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Koala Kid REVIEW and {G!VEAWAY}

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We enjoy family movie nights almost every Saturday night. We were all very excited to watch a new movie last Saturday together that has recently come out on DVD as of April 30th, 2013. First off, the voices by Rob Schneider, Norm MacDonald (a Canadian actor, yay!), Tim Curry and Alan Cumming were very well done. The accents of the animals were simply adorable and fun! As a parent, I always like to see movies that have a message on top of being entertaining. This movie certainly does have a positive message that is to accept the things about you … Continue reading →

Koala Kid Comes to DVD on April 30th! {G!VEAWAY}

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On April 30th, 2013, Koala Kid is being released in stores on DVD! I cannot wait to add yet another fun movie to our kid movie collection for Family Movie Night! If you would like your opportunity to win a copy of this DVD for your family, be sure to enter the giveaway below! Koala Kid Synopsis:Journey down under and meet a whole new breed of hero in this laugh-filled, action-packed animated adventure with an all-star voice cast, including Rob Schneider, Tim Curry and Alan Cumming. Johnny (Schneider) is a rare white koala bear who just wants to fit in … Continue reading →

My Little Pony: Friendship Is Magic is the #1 show on Treehouse in Canada! {G!VEAWAY}

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My daughter, who is now 8, still adores My Little Pony and frankly, I don’t blame her. We have recently rediscovered her bin of My Little Pony toys after watching the newly released DVD. My Little Pony: Friendship Is Magic is the #1 show on Treehouse in Canada! My Little Pony: Friendship Is Magic – Adventures in the Crystal Empire just recently came out on DVD in Canada on April 2nd. The DVD that both my son and daughter have been enjoying includes 5 episodes from the adorable tv series, and bonus features include a sing-along and colouring sheet. My … Continue reading →

Spring Break Guidance Brought To You By The Movie: Parental Guidance {+G!VEAWAY}

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Next week, on March 26th, 2013, the movie Parental Guidance will be coming out on DVD and Blu-ray – just in time for many of you to enjoy on Spring Break! Below, we have shared some ideas on how you can have fun this Spring Break with your little ones, including playing baseball, going shopping for Summer clothes and of course watching Parental Guidance on Blu-ray. Billy Crystal, Bette Midler and Marisa Tomei prove that laughter is relative in this hilarious comedy that’s fun for the whole family! Synopsis:Old-school grandparents Artie (Crystal) and Diane (Midler) get more than they bargained … Continue reading →

Parental Guidance Coming to Blu-ray and DVD March 26th {G!VEWAY}

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Parental Guidance coming to Blu-ray and DVD! This movie arrives in stores on March 26th, 2013, starring Billy Crystal, Bette Midler, Marisa Tomei and Tom Everett Scott. Synopsis: Billy Crystal, Bette Midler and Marisa Tomei prove that laughter is relative in this hilarious comedy that’s fun for the whole family! Old-school grandparents Artie (Crystal) and Diane (Midler) get more than they bargained for when they get stuck babysitting their type-A daughter’s (Tomei) overprotected kids. But things go from hectic to hysterical when Artie realizes the kids are running the house with their newfangled technology. By playing by his own rules, … Continue reading →

Life of Pi {G!VEAWAY}

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Twentieth Century Fox Home Entertainment presents a groundbreaking cinematic experience you will have to see to believe when LIFE OF PI debuts on stunning Blu-ray 3D, Blu-ray and DVD on March 12, 2013. LIFE OF PI follows Pi Patel, a young man on a fateful voyage who, after a spectacular disaster, is marooned on a lifeboat with the only other survivor, a fearsome 450 lb Bengal Tiger named Richard Parker. Hurtled into an epic journey of adventure and discovery Pi and his majestic companion make an amazing and unexpected connection. While this is a family movie, full of drama and … Continue reading →

Mulan Blu-ray Combo Pack {G!VEAWAY}

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Celebrate the 15th anniversary of Disney’s critically acclaimed masterpiece “Mulan” with this sensational 2-Movie Collection. On March 12, 2013, this movie is being presented for the first time in Blu-ray™ High Definition. I am still floored with the difference in quality when viewing a movie via Blu-ray! Mulan’s triumphant tale of honor, courage and family pride shines brighter than ever with new digitally mastered picture and sound! This is one of the very few Disney Princess movies that I have not seen and I cannot wait to watch it with my family on an upcoming Family Movie Night! Would you … Continue reading →

Movie: The Odd Life of Timothy Green

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Here is a movie that I have been waiting to see! It has a great cast, a heart felt story, a magical experience, good music and is family friendly. appealing to children and adults alike, likely for different reasons. Starring Jennifer Garner, Joel Edgerton and Ron Livingston, this strong cast brings true magic to life in this 100 minute, PG Rated movie. Our family has been on the hunt for new movies that we can watch for our weekly movie night and this one has been on my list of “must sees” for quite a while. I love the message … Continue reading →

FINDING NEMO is now available on Blu-ray

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The combo package of Blu-ray/Digital is now available for FINDING NEMO as of December 4th, 2012.From the creators of Toy Story and Monsters, Inc., Disney•Pixar’s critically acclaimed and heart warming tale splashes off the screen with brilliant digital picture, high definition sound and breathtaking 3D bonus features that transport you beyond your imagination. About FINDING NEMO:The movie was first released in theaters in 2003, earning the Oscar® for Best Animated Feature Film and remains the fifth highest grossing animated film worldwide. In 2008, the American Film Institute named Finding Nemo among the top 10 greatest animated films ever made, and … Continue reading →

THE GREAT MOUSE DETECTIVE Special Edition Blu-ray Combo Pack is in Stores Now! {G!VEAWAY}

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On October 9, 2012, Disney’s The Great Mouse Detective Mystery in the Mist Edition came out on 2-Disc Blu-ray Combo Pack and HD Digital for all fans to enjoy! I just love the message that this movie shares with us: ~Big Heroes Can Come in Small Packages~ Sherlock Holmes fans are sure to enjoy this treasure of a movie with their children. This movie is a great choice for family movie night. There are multiple references to Sherlock Holmes during this movie and the mice are simply adorable! I was once again reminded why I just love movies with mice … Continue reading →