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Creation of New White Character, Prince Anders, in Live-Action Aladdin Draws Controversy
In July, it was announced that Naomi Scott had been selected to play Princess Jasmine in the upcoming live-action Aladdin film, which will be directed by Guy Ritchie. Some were critical of the casting choice as Naomi Scott is half-white and half-Indian, which caused some to question why Disney couldn’t find a female lead that … Creation of New White Character, Prince Anders, in Live-Action Aladdin Draws Controversy
LucasFilm and Star Wars: Episode IX Director Part Ways
Disney and LucasFilm issued a statement today announcing that Colin Trevorrow will no longer be directing the upcoming Star Wars: Episode IX. No replacement was named. The statement suggests that LucasFilm and Trevorrow have “mutually chosen to part ways” and that their “visions for the project differ.” Variety is reporting that Trevorrow and studio executives … LucasFilm and Star Wars: Episode IX Director Part Ways
Toni Basil, Singer of “Mickey,” Suing Disney and Others for Unauthorized Use of Song
One-hit-wonder Toni Basil who is best known for her 1982 single “Mickey,” filed a lawsuit on August 31, 2017, against Disney, Viacom, VH1, and others “for unauthorized use of her persona, image, and voice.” The filing claims that Basil was “not consulted, did not give written consent to the assignment or licensing of Mickey.” It … Toni Basil, Singer of “Mickey,” Suing Disney and Others for Unauthorized Use of Song
‘Vampirina’ Set to Premiere on Disney Junior October 1
Back in June, we told you about the new, blood-curdling kids’ show Vampirina that would be coming to Disney Junior this Fall and we’ve now learned that the show has been slated for its broadcast premiere on Sunday, October 1 at 11 a.m. Eastern. Two back-to-back episodes will debut on Disney Channel and Disney Junior. … ‘Vampirina’ Set to Premiere on Disney Junior October 1
Disney Files for Another Dismissal of ‘Zootopia’ Lawsuit Based on New Documents
Disney is seeking yet another dismissal regarding a lawsuit over copyright infringement alleged by Gary Goldman, this time due to new materials which give greater detail to the plaintiff’s creation Looney, which he says was the basis for the hit film Zootopia. The first motion to dismiss filed by Disney was mostly successful, but the … Disney Files for Another Dismissal of ‘Zootopia’ Lawsuit Based on New Documents
Video: Kermit the Frog Has a New Voice Courtesy of Matt Vogel
Merely a month after Kermit performer Steve Whitmire was fired by Disney, the brand new voice of Kermit the Frog, Matt Vogel, has made his first debut in a brief YouTube clip for the “Muppet Thought of the Week.” This debut was rather inconspicuous for Vogel, with no big announcement from Disney or The Muppets’ … Video: Kermit the Frog Has a New Voice Courtesy of Matt Vogel
Marvel Studios Announces THOR: RAGNAROK – “Superpower of STEM Challenge”
Marvel Studios is, once again, encouraging young girls to explore the superpower of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) with the Marvel Studios’ THOR: RAGNAROK SUPERPOWER OF STEM CHALLENGE. This program, supported by American Association for the Advancement of Science, Broadcom Masters, and Society for Science & the Public, seeks to inspire young girls to … Marvel Studios Announces THOR: RAGNAROK – “Superpower of STEM Challenge”
David A. Bossert’s New Book Tells Just How Lucky Oswald Really Is
OSWALD THE LUCKY RABBITThe Search For The Lost Disney CartoonsBy David A. Bossert176 pp. Disney Editions. Hardback,$40.00.On Sale: August 27, 2017 If you were to ask most Disney fans about the history of Oswald, they would tell you he was created by Walt Disney, lost to Winkler Productions and as a result of that – … David A. Bossert’s New Book Tells Just How Lucky Oswald Really Is
‘Beauty and the Beast’ is Coming to Netflix This September
The live-action adaptation of Beauty and the Beast is coming to Netflix. On September 19, 2017, the box office success will be available for streaming. The film, which grossed over $1.2 billion worldwide, stars Emma Watson, Luke Evans, Josh Gad, Kevin Kline, Gugu Mbatha-Raw, Audra McDonald, Ewan McGregor, Ian McKellen, Dan Stevens, Emma Thompson, and … ‘Beauty and the Beast’ is Coming to Netflix This September
Han Solo Spinoff Cuts Michael Kenneth Williams’ Character Due to Reshoot Complications
A role in the upcoming Han Solo Star Wars film portrayed by Michael Kenneth Williams has been cut due to reshoot scheduling. Director Ron Howard, who replaced previous directors Phil Lord and Chris Miller, is currently conducting reshoots which conflict with Williams’ filming commitments. He is currently in South Africa working on a spy drama with … Han Solo Spinoff Cuts Michael Kenneth Williams’ Character Due to Reshoot Complications
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