Tag Archives: Pops

Banks and Nanjiani lead Illumination’s family adventure, Migration

Migration follows the adventurous journey of the Mallards, a duck family led by dad Mack (voiced by Kumail) and mom Pam (Elizabeth). Despite Mack’s inclination to keep the family safe in their New England pond, Pam yearns to explore the world with their kids, Dax and Gwen. Inspired by migrating ducks, the Mallards embark on […]

Illumination is said to be pitching a Super Smash Bros. movie

After the massive success of The Super Mario Bros. Movie, fans eagerly anticipate Illumination’s next move in collaboration with Nintendo. While a sequel to The Super Mario Bros. Movie remains unconfirmed, reliable Hollywood source Daniel Richtman suggests that Illumination is in the early stages of pitching a shared Nintendo cinematic universe. This ambitious project would […]

Illumination is said to be proposing an Avengers-style Super Smash Bros. movie to Nintendo

The renowned animation studio Illumination, celebrated for its recent success with The Super Mario Bros Movie, is reportedly venturing into grand territory by proposing an ambitious Super Smash Bros. film to Nintendo. This potential cinematic endeavor seems to be part of a broader vision to create a Nintendo Cinematic Universe, capitalizing on the momentum generated […]

Comparing Different Grinch Movies: Which One to Choose?

Each Grinch movie offers a unique charm, and not one has fallen short of capturing the essence of Dr. Seuss’ iconic character. The Grinch, that green and mean Christmas villain, made his debut in 1957 in Theodor Geisel’s classic children’s book. Chuck Jones, a friend of Geisel, brought the Grinch to life in the 1966 […]

Review: Illumination’s ‘Migration’ is a Charming Duck Family Adventure with Modest Soaring

Seeking family-friendly entertainment this season? Look no further than the whimsical and heartwarming adventure of migrating ducks in “Migration.” Before delving into the film’s bird inaccuracies, the animated feature, directed by Benjamin Renner, centers on a New England-based mallard duck family led by cautious father Mack (voiced by Kumail Nanjiani) and adventurous mother Pam (voiced […]

Director Benjamin Renner almost declined Illumination’s offer for ‘Migration’ but changed his mind. Here’s why

In an exclusive interview conducted by Cartoon Brew in collaboration with INBTWN Animation, acclaimed director Benjamin Renner, renowned for his outstanding 2D productions such as Ernest & Celestine and The Big Bad Fox and Other Tales, shared intriguing insights into his latest venture, Migration. The Illumination film, set to be released by Universal, marks Renner’s […]

Illumination CEO responds to rumors about a Legend of Zelda movie

Chris Meledandri, the CEO of Illumination Entertainment, has responded to the recent flurry of rumors surrounding a potential film adaptation of the iconic video game series, The Legend of Zelda. These speculations gained traction following the immense success of Illumination’s The Super Mario Bros. Movie, which not only surpassed expectations as a critically and commercially […]

Which Christmas movie holds the title for the highest box office earnings?

Christmas movies have become a significant genre with a considerable impact on box office earnings, with two franchises, The Grinch and Home Alone, vying for the top positions. In terms of overall box office revenue, the highest-grossing Christmas movie is 2018’s The Grinch, an Illumination adaptation of Dr. Seuss’s timeless story. Starring Benedict Cumberbatch as […]