The beloved Boxcar Children are headed to the silver screen! The new animated feature film THE BOXCAR CHILDREN - SURPRISE ISLAND hits theaters nationwide for a special one-day event on May 8. This exciting after-school event is a partnership between Fathom Events, Shout! Kids, and Legacy Classics, and it will also offer moviegoers an exclusive introduction with actor Griffin Gluck and Director Dan Chuba explaining the process of adapting the book to film, and the process of animating. … [Read more...]
Kendrick Brothers and FamilyLife Present the Like Arrows Movie
From executive producers Alex and Stephen Kendrick (War Room, Courageous), FamilyLife's Dennis and Barbara Rainey, and Bob Lepine, the inspirational event Like Arrows will debut in movie theaters nationwide for two nights this May. Like Arrows focuses on the power of a family to shape the next generation as they turn to their faith after all else has failed. Fathom Events and Collide Media Group partner to present this unique event in U.S. cinemas on Tuesday, May … [Read more...]
Maya the Bee 2 FREE Printable Study Guide and Activity Book
"A fun family film filled with plenty of buzz." –Francine Brokaw, Family Choice Awards Maya, the little bee with a big heart, is back for another adventure. Sequel to the wildly popular feature film, Maya The Bee 2: The Honey Games makes its buzzworthy debut on DVD and Blu-ray on May 1, 2018 from Shout! Factory Kids. We were introduced to this cute little bee on Netflix, and now it's one of Nate's favorite cartoons to watch in the evening. We love Maya! Maya The Bee 2: The Honey … [Read more...]
Star Wars The Last Jedi Movie Crafts and Activities
My husband and I pre-watched this before we took our ten year. So my lucky husband saw this movie twice in the theater. We really do love the Star Wars movies and when the opportunity arose for us to review Star Wars The Last Jedi, of course, I couldn't turn it down. This movie contains one of our absolute favorite fighting scenes - the Royal Guards Fight Scene. Lucasfilm’s Star Wars: The Last Jedi—the next action-packed chapter of the Star Wars saga— Earned critical acclaim and the No. 1 … [Read more...]
Visually Stunning, Biblically Accurate: Paul Apostle of Christ Movie
Disclosure (in accordance with the FTC’s 16 CFR, Part 255: “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising”): Many thanks to Propeller Consulting, LLC, Collide Media Group and Columbia TriStar Marketing Group, Inc. for providing tickets to see this movie on its release in exchange for this promotional post. Opinions are 100% my own and NOT influenced by monetary compensation. In PAUL, APOSTLE OF CHRIST , Luke risks his life to visit Paul, who is held captive in … [Read more...]
Thor Ragnarok and the Jack Kirby Comics Influence
There is no denying the Jack Kirby comics influence on the world of Sakaar in the movie Thor: Ragnarok. {Jack Kirby is widely regarded as one comics major innovators and one of its most prolific and influential creators. Kirby created numerous characters for DC Comics including Captain American and Thor.} Marvel Studios' Thor: Ragnarok -- Tribute to Kirby Hidden References to Jack Kirby Comics in Thor: Ragnarok Here are 11 comic book Easter eggs (hidden references) related to … [Read more...]
The Australia/New Zealand Influence in Thor: Ragnarok (8 Easter Eggs!)
8 Australia/New Zealand Easter Eggs from Thor: Ragnarok: In a special clip from the Commentary Track you'll find the Australia/New Zealand influence on the space ships in the film, along with a variety of additional AU/NZ fun facts from Thor Ragnarok director Taika himself! 1. The horns on Surtur's helmet were crafted out of an ancient Australian boomerang that the crew received as a gift while filming in Australia. 2. The Grandmaster's henchwoman, Topaz, is played by Rachel House. She … [Read more...]
