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Blu-Ray Review: Cars 3

Cars 3 brings us back to the core values of the first film. We get an amazing comeback movie reminiscent of the original Cars movie in a young vs. old and change vs. heritage story. The humor, heart, action and a nostalgia of the first movie is back in this third movie in the franchise.

We open with Lightning McQueen on top of the world but suddenly his world changes with the arrival of hotshot rookie Jackson Storm (voiced by Armie Hammer). Jackson Storm takes the racing world by storm and brings a wave of next generation racers into the racing world and many of Lightning's friends are forced into retirement.

Lightning continues to race and pushes himself too far that leads to this dramatic crash that we saw in the first teaser trailer and poster. Now Lightning questions if he should race again. After months of time to think he decides to make a comeback with the help of an ambitious new sponsor, Sterling (voiced by Nathan Fillion) and an over-eager trainer, Cruz Ramirez (voiced by Cristela Alonzo).

Lightning begins his training with Cruz and we get into the deeper story of someone who is aging and slowly comes to terms with not being the best at what they do anymore. The relationship between Lightning and Cruz is a great one and you watch it grow and develop throughout the movie. You learn that Cruz is not only a more than capable trainer but she once had a dream of being a racer herself but ruined her only chance.

It is to be noted that Cars 3 makes little to no mention of Cars 2 and seems more like a direct sequel to the first Cars movie rather than the third of the franchise. On the other side of that, Doc Hudson is of huge importance here. Paul Newman passed away after the first film and they used his dialogue from the original to great effect throughout the film. We get a much greater sense of Doc's story and how it pertains to Lightning's thought process of his future.

This is definitely the best of the Cars franchise. It ends in a way that you can see a fourth film down the road. It is a wonderful film about moving on with one's life or career while surrounding itself in an underdog sports story.

Video Quality:

Cars 3 is another gorgeous 1080p blu-ray from Disney. The rainbow of colors is what really stands out here. The colors of the cars and the various types of paints shine. The textures on the various surfaces are near photo-realistic from sandy beaches to the glossy interior of the state-of-the-art training facilities. Every detail is impressive from the tire treads to the rust on Mater's body. Another outstanding transfer from Disney.

Audio Quality:

The DTS-HD Master Audio 7.1 lossless soundtrack is stunning. The sounds of the race track are spot on. You get a sense of precise movement on the track with the immersive audio, the sounds of the engine to the PA announcements. The score is extremely clear as is the dialogue.

Bonus Features: 

Disc One: 

• Lou (1080p, DTS-HD MA 7.1, 6:43): Another outstanding Pixar animated short about recess and lost-and-found items coming to life.
• Miss Fritter's Racing Skoool (1080p, 2:48): A funny commercial aimed at cars looking to get their groove back.
• Ready for the Race (1080p, 5:40): Real-life human race car driver William Byron discusses his passion for racing and life as a professional driver.
• Cruz Ramirez: The Yellow Car That Could (1080p, 7:46): A closer look at designing and voicing the film's key new character.
• Audio Commentary: Director Brian Fee, Producer Kevin Reher, Co-Producer Andrea Warren, and Creative Director Jay Ward discuss their work on the franchise, character design, story and themes and how they are broadly and intimately depicted in the film, diversity in the voice cast, general technical construction, and a whole lot more.

Disc Two: 

• Behind the Scenes (1080p): A five-part feature.
• Generations: The Story of Cars 3 (11:20): An insightful look at the story making process of Cars 3. 
• Let's. Get. Crazy. (7:41): A look at the making the Thunder Hollow sequence.
• Cars to Die(cast) For (5:21): Taking a look at the toys of Cars 3.
• Legendary (11:22): The filmmakers take a look at racing history to help them make a better film. 
• World's Fastest Billboard (5:30): Take a look at the logos and made-up brands in the film.
• Fly Throughs (1080p): A look through some of the film's key digital environments. Included are Thomasville (1:10), Florida International Speedway (0:37), and Rust-Eze Racing Center (0:56).
• My First Car (1080p): Cast and crew discuss their first cars: A Green Car on the Red Carpet with Kerry Washington (1:53), Old Blue (1:21), and Still in the Family (2:16).
• Deleted Scenes (1080p, 26:17 total runtime): The Boogie Woogie, Lug Nuts, Jars of Dirt, The Bolt, and More Than New Paint. With optional director introduction.
• Trailers (1080p): Crash -- North America Teaser (0:56), Icon -- North America Trailer (2:33), Theatrical Payoff -- Japan Trailer (2:02), All New -- International Teaser (0:31), and Rivalry -- Global Trailer (2:10).
• Promos (1080p): Cars D'oeuvres (4:27) offers character moments against a black background while Car Reveals briefly shows off a trio of characters -- Lightning McQueen (0:39), Cruz Ramirez (0:41), and Jackson Storm (0:39) -- in close-up.

Conclusion:

While this may or may not be the end of the Cars franchise, it returns to the core values of the first film. A wonderful young vs. old and change vs. heritage racing story. Add Disney's high level video and audio transfer and a wealth of great bonus features make this a highly recommended addition to your blu-ray library. 

WHO ARE THE REVENGERS? FIND OUT NOW IN THE NEW "THOR: RAGNAROK" FEATURETTE!

Find out who the Revengers are (or are not!) and much more when you take a roller-coaster ride with Chris Hemsworth, Tom Hiddleston, Tessa Thompson and Mark Ruffalo through Marvel Studios’ “Thor: Ragnarok”—in “Revengers,”!

In Marvel Studios’ “Thor: Ragnarok,” Thor is imprisoned on the other side of the universe without his mighty hammer and finds himself in a race against time to get back to Asgard to stop Ragnarok—the destruction of his homeworld and the end of Asgardian civilization—at the hands of an all-powerful new threat, the ruthless Hela. But first he must survive a deadly gladiatorial contest that pits him against his former ally and fellow Avenger—the Incredible Hulk!

“Thor: Ragnarok” is directed by Taika Waititi and returns Chris Hemsworth starring as Thor and Tom Hiddleston reprising his role as Loki. They are joined by Cate Blanchett, Idris Elba, Jeff Goldblum, Tessa Thompson and Karl Urban, with Mark Ruffalo and Anthony Hopkins.

Kevin Feige is producing with Louis D’Esposito, Victoria Alonso, Brad Winderbaum, Thomas M. Hammel and Stan Lee serving as executive producers. Eric Pearson and Craig Kyle & Christopher L. Yost wrote the screenplay.  Marvel Studios’ “Thor: Ragnarok” thunders into U.S. theaters on November 3, 2017.

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Palacio de Bellas Artes Hosts Mexico City Premiere of Disney/Pixar's "Coco"

Last night, Disney•Pixar’s “Coco” filmmakers and voice talent celebrated the Mexico City Premiere of the film at Palacio de Bellas Artes, the cultural flagship of Mexico. Director Lee Unkrich, co-director Adrian Molina, producer Darla K. Anderson, and Gael García Bernal, who lends his voice to charming trickster Héctor in both the English-language and the Latin American- and Spanish-language versions of “Coco,” joined a host of celebrities at the event, which benefited families injured by the recent earthquake, as well as the Center for Music Training and Development of the Mixe Culture (CECAM AC). The Latin American/Spanish-dub voice cast members were in attendance, marking largest Mexican dubbing cast ever assembled for an animated film. “Coco” opens in Mexico on Oct. 27, 2017.

“As soon as we decided that we wanted to tell a story that takes place in Mexico, we immediately booked our first research trip,” said Unkrich. “Over the course of three years, we visited museums, markets, plazas, workshops, churches, haciendas and cemeteries throughout Mexico. Families welcomed us into their homes and taught us about the foods they enjoy, the music they listen to, their livelihoods and their traditions. Most importantly, we witnessed the importance they place on family. We really wanted to explore the family bonds that tie us to the generations that came before us. This story is about celebrating our past—even as we look to the future.” 

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Giveaway: $100 Disney Gift Card

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Star Wars: The Last Jedi New York Comic Con Experience

Check out what happened when Star Wars fans were caught between the Resistance and the First Order at New York Comic Con's The Last Jedi exhibit.

It makes me think this is a sign of things to come at Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge when it opens at Disneyland in 2019! 

Brand New Clip and Featurette from Disney•Pixar's "Coco"

Check out this new clip Mariachi Plaza from Disney•Pixar’s “Coco”. Plus, take a look at Crafting Coco, a new featurette that includes interviews with filmmakers and talent, showcasing the immense research and detail that went into bringing the story and music of “Coco” to life.

Directed by Lee Unkrich (“Toy Story 3”), co-directed by Adrian Molina (story artist “Monsters University”) and produced by Darla K. Anderson (“Toy Story 3”), Disney•Pixar’s “Coco” opens in U.S. theaters on Nov. 22, 2017. For more information, check out http://movies.disney.com/coco, Hashtag: #PixarCoco, Pixar Coco Facebook, Pixar Coco Twitter and Pixar Coco Instagram.

U.S. Release Date: November 22, 2017

Voice Cast: Gael García Bernal, Anthony Gonzalez, Benjamin Bratt, Renée Victor, Ana Ofelia Murguía, Jaime Camil, Sofía Espinosa, Luis Valdez, Lombardo Boyar, Edward James Olmos, Alanna Ubach, Selene Luna, Alfonso Arau, Herbert Siguenza, Octavio Solis, Gabriel Iglesias, Cheech Marin, Blanca Araceli

Director: Lee Unkrich

Co-director: Adrian Molina

Producer: Darla K. Anderson

Despite his family’s baffling generations-old ban on music, Miguel (voice of Anthony Gonzalez) dreams of becoming an accomplished musician like his idol, Ernesto de la Cruz (voice of Benjamin Bratt). Desperate to prove his talent, Miguel finds himself in the stunning and colorful Land of the Dead following a mysterious chain of events. Along the way, he meets charming trickster Héctor (voice of Gael García Bernal), and together, they set off on an extraordinary journey to unlock the real story behind Miguel's family history.

Photos from Marvel Studios’ “Thor: Ragnarok” October 15th special screening event in Sydney

In Marvel Studios’ “Thor: Ragnarok,” Thor is imprisoned on the other side of the universe without his mighty hammer and finds himself in a race against time to get back to Asgard to stop Ragnarok—the destruction of his homeworld and the end of Asgardian civilization—at the hands of an all-powerful new threat, the ruthless Hela. But first he must survive a deadly gladiatorial contest that pits him against his former ally and fellow Avenger—the Incredible Hulk!

“Thor: Ragnarok” is directed by Taika Waititi and returns Chris Hemsworth starring as Thor and Tom Hiddleston reprising his role as Loki. They are joined by Cate Blanchett, Idris Elba, Jeff Goldblum, Tessa Thompson and Karl Urban, with Mark Ruffalo and Anthony Hopkins. 

Kevin Feige is producing with Louis D’Esposito, Victoria Alonso, Brad Winderbaum, Thomas M. Hammel and Stan Lee serving as executive producers. Eric Pearson and Craig Kyle & Christopher L. Yost wrote the screenplay.  Marvel Studios’ “Thor: Ragnarok” thunders into U.S. theaters on November 3, 2017.

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Photos from the October 13th Australian premiere of Marvel Studios’ “Thor: Ragnarok” in Gold Coast

Take a look at some photos from the October 13^th Australian premiere of Marvel Studios’ “Thor: Ragnarok” in Gold Coast

In Marvel Studios’ “Thor: Ragnarok,” Thor is imprisoned on the other side of the universe without his mighty hammer and finds himself in a race against time to get back to Asgard to stop Ragnarok—the destruction of his homeworld and the end of Asgardian civilization—at the hands of an all-powerful new threat, the ruthless Hela. But first he must survive a deadly gladiatorial contest that pits him against his former ally and fellow Avenger—the Incredible Hulk!

“Thor: Ragnarok” is directed by Taika Waititi and returns Chris Hemsworth starring as Thor and Tom Hiddleston reprising his role as Loki. They are joined by Cate Blanchett, Idris Elba, Jeff Goldblum, Tessa Thompson and Karl Urban, with Mark Ruffalo and Anthony Hopkins. 

Kevin Feige is producing with Louis D’Esposito, Victoria Alonso, Brad Winderbaum, Thomas M. Hammel and Stan Lee serving as executive producers. Eric Pearson and Craig Kyle & Christopher L. Yost wrote the screenplay.  Marvel Studios’ “Thor: Ragnarok” thunders into U.S. theaters on November 3, 2017.

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LONG LIVE THE KING. MARVEL STUDIOS' "BLACK PANTHER" NEW TRAILER

Marvel Studios’ “Black Panther” opens in U.S. theaters on February 16, 2018.

  

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Marvel Studios’ “Black Panther” follows T’Challa who, after the death of his father, the King of Wakanda, returns home to the isolated, technologically advanced African nation to succeed to the throne and take his rightful place as king. But when a powerful old enemy reappears, T’Challa’s mettle as king—and Black Panther—is tested when he is drawn into a formidable conflict that puts the fate of Wakanda and the entire world at risk. Faced with treachery and danger, the young king must rally his allies and release the full power of Black Panther to defeat his foes and secure the safety of his people and their way of life.

“Black Panther” stars Chadwick Boseman, Michael B. Jordan, Lupita Nyong’o, Danai Gurira, Martin Freeman, Daniel Kaluuya, Letitia Wright, Winston Duke, with Angela Bassett, with Forest Whitaker, and Andy Serkis.               

The film is directed by Ryan Coogler and produced by Kevin Feige with Louis D’Esposito, Victoria Alonso, Nate Moore, Jeffrey Chernov and Stan Lee serving as executive producers. Ryan Coogler & Joe Robert Cole wrote the screenplay.

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Giveaway: Disney Princess Mystery Box from Pley

It is time for a Halloween giveaway from the awesome team at Pley.com! Three people will win a Disney Princess Merida Box that my friend Amanda and I recently unboxed!

The giveaway is only open to the U.S. and the winners will be notified by email! Good luck!

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Vehicle Review: 2017 Mazda MX-5 Miata Grand Touring RF - Disneyland and Food Adventures

This is my first time reviewing the Mazda Miata since 2014 and I can already tell there have a been a lot of changes over the years! New for 2017 is this Mazda Miata MX-5 Grand Touring RF. The RF is for Retractable Fastback which refers to the power-folding hardtop. But let's get into the review! 

Thanks to my buddy Mike for the incredible drone photography! 

The cabin is nicely laid out and there is plenty of legroom for myself and I am 5 foot 6 but taller friends had difficulty getting out of the car. 

Gauges are bright and controls are all easily within reach. There is automatic climate control, push button ignition and power everything as to be expected with a vehicle of this type! 

The large 7-inch touchscreen has voice command, HD Radio, Aha, Pandora and Stitcher internet radio integration, SMS text message audio delivery and reply, Mazda Navigation System, SiriusXM, and speed sensing automatic audio controls. The steering wheel has audio, phone and cruise controls. There is a Bose 9-speaker audio system that delivers crystal clear sound with driver and passenger headrest speakers and a subwoofer. There is even a CD player! 

The first place I headed to was of course to Disneyland! My awesome friend Erin and I had tickets to Mickey's Halloween Party, an event that is sold out every single year! We went as Hiro Hamada and GoGo Tamago from Big Hero 6! And yes, that Baymax is a candy bucket! We ended up with more than enough candy from all the treat stops that we didn't even go to all of them! Plus, there are special Halloween fireworks, a Halloween parade and special character meet and greets and other entertainment that make this a good to event every single year!

Halloween also brings special food and drink offerings to The Disneyland Resort! Erin and I both got the poison apple-tini with the exclusive green poison apple glow cube from The Carthay Circle Lounge in Disney California Adventure!

Giveaway: Mickey Mouse Pumpkin Popcorn Bucket

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“Coco VR” Experience Showcases Pixar’s Visual and Storytelling Magic

PIXAR ANIMATION STUDIOS’ FIRST-EVER VR EXPERIENCE

ANNOUNCED THIS MORNING AT OCULUS CONNECT

“Coco VR” Experience Showcases Pixar’s Visual and Storytelling Magic

SAN JOSE, Calif. (Oct. 11, 2017) – Pixar Animation Studios announced its first-ever VR experience this morning at Oculus Connect, the fourth annual developer conference in San Jose, Calif. Directed by Ross Haldane Stevenson and produced by Academy Award® winner Marc Sondheimer, “Coco VR” is a co-production from Disney•Pixar and Oculus with VR creative development and execution by Magnopus. Supervising technical director John Halstead spearheaded the technical efforts for Pixar. 

“Coco VR” allows people to explore the worlds of “Coco” with their friends. The next-level social VR Experience will be available on Oculus Rift November 15 and Samsung Gear VR November 22, the day of the film's U.S. release. The experience will be available for a sneak peek at the following events and locations: 

• Día de los Muertos festivals in Los Angeles, New York City, Houston, Phoenix, Dallas, San Antonio, Oakland and Chicago beginning Oct. 28

• Camp Flog Gnaw Music Festival in Los Angeles on Oct. 28-29

• Select Disney Stores and movie theaters nationwide through Nov. 22.  

For more information and to see a trailer, check out http://movies.disney.com/coco, Hashtag: #PixarCoco, Pixar Coco Facebook,Pixar Coco Twitter and Pixar Coco Instagram.