Million Dollar Arm In Theaters Today! #MillionDollarArm

It’s here! The Rags to Riches story of Million Dollar Arm is in theaters today! I love love love when Disney makes a movie based on a true story. You family will well up with happy tears as you watch John Hamm tell a baseball story unlike any other.

Synopsis:

Based on a true story, sports agent JB Bernstein (Jon Hamm) finds that business has changed and things aren’t going well for his career. In a last ditch effort to save his livelihood he concocts a scheme to find baseball’s next great pitching ace. Hoping to find a young cricket pitcher he can turn into a major league baseball star, JB travels to India to produce a reality show competition called “The Million Dollar Arm.” With the help of cantankerous but eagle-eyed retired baseball scout Ray Poitevint (Alan Arkin), he discovers Dinesh (played by Madhur Mittal from “Slumdog Millionaire”) and Rinku (played by Suraj Sharma from “Life of Pi”), two 18-year-old boys who have no idea about playing baseball, yet have a knack for throwing a fastball. Hoping to sign them to major league contracts and make a quick buck, JB brings the boys home to America to train. While the Americans are definitely out of their element in India, the boys, who have never left their rural villages, are equally challenged when they come to the States. As the boys learn the finer points of baseball, JB, with the help of his charming friend Brenda (Lake Bell), learns valuable life lessons about teamwork, commitment and what it means to be a family.

MILLION DOLLAR ARM opens in theaters everywhere TODAY, May 16, 2014!

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Hundred Foot Journey New Movie Poster + Recipe #100FootJourney

I just love the new premise of the movie The Hundred-Foot Journey. The collision of cultures and culinary cuisine eventually blend in harmony in this Comedy/Drama from DreamWorks Pictures. I can’t wait for this to open this summer!  And just in time for the opening, Disney has just released a fabulous Hundred Foot Journey new movie poster + recipe for you to try!

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#Maleficent New Movie Posters + Clip

Well, Well my pretties! Are you ready for the new Maleficent movie? I’m shivering with fright and excitement! Well Disney has just released 6 new Movie Posters for your viewing and sharing pleasure!  I’m eerily attracted to the new King Stefan poster, since was not a huge role in the original Sleeping Beauty.

Maleficent comes to the big screen on May 30, 2014. I cannot wait! Be sure to “pin” your fave posters!

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I got see the sneak peek of #DisneynatureBears with my whole family in exchange for this post. All opinions are 100% my own

#DisneynatureBears Movie Review | A Touching Nod to Earth Day

Today (April 18th, 2014)  is the opening of the new DisneyNatureBears movie in theaters. I don’t know about you, but knowing the hard work, dedication and storytelling that goes into each one of these Disneynature movies is inspiring.

I mean honestly, would you ever want to be that close to a hungry momma bear? Like ever?

But Disney has a way of getting you right in the action. You can feel their emotions, their struggles and witness their triumphs as you learn and appreciate these creatures. And every time I watch a Disneynature movie, I learn something new and come home with a new appreciation for the beautiful animals on this planet. Oh yes Disney, you do a great job of spreading the Earth Day love.

Movie Synopsis:

In an epic story of breathtaking scale, Disneynature’s new True Life Adventure “Bears” showcases a year in the life of a bear family as two impressionable young cubs are taught life’s most important lessons. Set against a majestic Alaskan backdrop teeming with life, their journey begins as winter comes to an end and the bears emerge from hibernation to face the bitter cold. The world outside is exciting—but risky—as the cubs’ playful descent down the mountain carries with it a looming threat of avalanches. As the season changes from spring to summer, the brown bears must work hard to find food—ultimately feasting at a plentiful salmon run—while staying safe from rival male bears and predators, including an ever-present wolf. “Bears” captures the fast-moving action and suspense of life in one of the planet’s last great wildernesses—Alaska!

Disneynature Bears follows the journey of a mother and her two cubs during the first year of their lives. To be honest, I don’t think I have had such a deep impression of a Disneynature movie since Chimpanzee. It’s so magical to watch Disney blend nature and storytelling together in an epic adventure. I mean, it’s not like you can force a bear to “act” just so you can get the perfect shot!

Narrated by the ever talented John C. Reilly, you can tell how much he loved getting into this movie. Different voice overs, a little humor, and a natural story telling voice, I actually really appreciated his candor as the story unfolded. And a story it is.

A story of survival, a mother’s love, and the ultimate journey of bears in their natural habitat. And some of those most difficult camera shots, up close, personal, and in your face. Just breathtaking from scenery to action. For those wondering if the movie is just as suspenseful as Chimpanzee, absolutely. But don’t worry, the movie certainly has a happy ending.

My son is really into nature and animals, so he was thrilled to be able to watch this movie! He was on the edge of his seat during the intense fights, laughing hysterically at the bears’ first trip to the shore, and loved watching the bears catch salmon during the season. There are a few scary, suspenseful moments for those wondering about little ones. The music plays a big role in this. And there is a little “blood” on-screen from the fishing…but nothing like bears getting injured.

I think the biggest thing I can pull away from this movie is how relate-able Bears are to humans. A natural instinct to protect, provide food, comfort, and even playtime. Bears are more like us then you think. And I think that is the intention of this movie. Bears are like us. Why wouldn’t we want to protect them? A movie for adults and kids alike, I think you will be absolutely touched by the new #DisneynatureBears movie.

Here’s a great round up of FREE Disneynature Bears Printables to get your kids excited about the new release!

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Visit the website: http://Disney.com/bears

Follow along the Bears journey with hashtags #DisneynatureBears and #MeettheCubs

Be sure to check out Disneynature Bears in theaters everywhere starting today!

Disclosure ~ I received a free sneak peek of the new #Disneynature Bears movie with my family. While the memories are priceless and free, all opinions are 100% my own. Be sure to follow Raising Whasians via Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Pinterest and YouTube for more fun Disney happenings!

Peppa Pig: My Birthday Party DVD Review

The Nick. Jr. sensation Peppa Pig is here for the first ever retail-wide DVD release! Introducing the new Peppa Pig: My Birthday Party on DVD with 14 full length episodes for your toddlers and preschoolers to enjoy! Peppa Pig follows the fun adventures of little pig Peppa, her younger brother George, Mummy Pig and Daddy Pig as they share fun, adventure and learning together! Recommended for ages 2-7, Peppa Pig: My Birthday Party features themes that kids can relate to and reinforces strong values such as family, friendship, trust and humor.

Synopsis:

Peppa Pig: My Birthday Party DVD welcomes preschoolers to the charm and magic of Peppa’s world with All-New adventures featuring 14 fun-packed “Peppasodes” from the award-winning series, plus two fun educational extras, “Learn the Alphabet” and “Learn to Count.” In the title episode, “My Birthday Party,” it’s Peppa’s birthday and all of her friends are invited to her party where Daddy Pig gets lots of laughs with his attempt at performing a magic show. Other episodes include an exciting boat race, a school play, a train adventure, a day at the beach, a costume party and more!

14 Full Length Episodes:
“My Birthday Party”
“The Playground”
“Fancy Dress Party”
“Ballet Lesson”
“Dens”
“Grandpa Pig’s Boat”
“Daddy Puts Up a Picture”
“School Play”
“Rebecca Rabbit”
“Tidying Up”
“Grandpa’s Little Train”
“At the Beach”
“Frogs, Worms and Butterflies”
“Cleaning the Car”

So I’ll be honest, we NEVER had heard of Peppa Pig. Not having the Nick Jr. channel, I wasn’t sure what to expect with this DVD. But as soon as we put in the show and turned on the TV, the bright and colorful pictures of Peppa popped onto the screen and my kids IMMEDIATELY stopped what they were doing. Giggling from Peppa’s family snorting with laughter in each episode, I found my son waiting for the next snort to occur! Even my 13 month old could sit through an episode with her brother.

We love that this show centers on family. Learning as a family, doing things together as a family, and instilling great values for our kids. From playing with friends to tidying up your room, Peppa’s family won our hearts over! With 80 minutes of DVD fun including “Learning the Alphabet” and “Learning to Count” extras, Peppa Pig: My Birthday Party DVD is a perfect family-fun edition to your kids library.

Already a three year running #1 hit in the U.K., Peppa Pig is celebrating the first U.S. nation wide release! Peppa’s adventures are filled with wholesome entertainment the entire family can enjoy and always end happily with loud snorts of laughter. Be on the lookout for the new Peppa Pig: My Birthday Party DVD at your favorite kids DVD store for the low MSRP of $14.98 starting March 18, 2014! My family is charmed by Peppa Pig! I think you will be too.

You can check out the YouTube Trailer HERE for a sneak!

How about a giveaway? You know I LOVE to shower my fans with great kids releases before everyone else 🙂 You can win the new Peppa Pig: My Birthday Party DVD right now! Hurry, this giveaway ends 3/13!

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Disclosure ~ I received a free copy of the DVD listed above for review. No other compensation received. Though the product is free, the opinions are 100% my own. Be sure to follow Saving Said Simply via Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Pinterest and YouTube for more fun giveaways!

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Transformers Prime: Ultimate Bumblebee DVD Review. Post sponsored by Shout! Factory. All opinions are my own. May contain commissioned links.

 

Transformers Prime: Ultimate Bumblebee DVD Review

My son and the Transformer Bumblebee have a lot in common. So it comes to no surprise that he was completely excited about the brand new Transformers Prime: Ultimate Bumblebee DVD release! In no time he was off with his favorite little yellow car, proving that size isn’t everything when it comes to saving the world!

Synopsis:

Spring into action with BUMBLEBEE from Hasbro Studios’ Emmy® Award-winning series TRANSFORMERS PRIME! Beloved by kids and legions of fans worldwide, BUMBLEBEE is a dedicated warrior and a scout who serves as part of the elite squad lead by OPTIMUS PRIME. Though he may be one of the smallest and youngest of the TRANSFORMERS, don’t let that fool you. Time and time again, this AUTOBOT proves that he has the bravery to fight for what is right and the tenacity to throw himself into action to battle against his opponents no matter where they appear. Packed with visually stunning CG animation and unforgettable characters, this new DVD delivers fun-filled home entertainment that kids and parents will enjoy.

Four action-packed BUMBLEBEE adventures include:

• Masters and Students
• Operation Bumblebee, Part 1
• Operation Bumblebee, Part 2
• Deadlock

So I had to turn to my 5 year old son for help with this review. We definitely got to see a whole lot of his favorite Transformers, including Optimus Prime, Starscreen and of course, Bumblebee! Bumblebee is the smallest Autobot hero, so my little man instantly loved him. And since we got to see him recently at the new Universal Orlando Transformers 3D Ride, Bumblebee became SO much cooler. The animation and graphics were amazing and have come a long way since back in my “ahem” day. My son was very engrossed in every episode, loving how Bumblebee was the star of the show!

Be on the lookout for the Transformers Prime: Ultimate Bumblebee DVD from Shout! Factory Kids, in stores on February 25th, 2014! You can pre-order right now on Amazon for only $9.99! This will definitely make your Bumblebee fan super happy!

Disclosure ~ All links may contain affiliate links. I received a free product in exchange for this review. While the product is free, the opinions are 100% my own. Be sure to follow Raising Whasians via Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Pinterest and YouTube for more kid-friendly reviews, giveaways and more!

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Sid The Science Kid: The Movie Review
NCircle Entertainment/PR company provided a FREE product for this review

I received the opportunity to review the FIRST Sid The Science Kid Movie! Created by the Jim Henson Company, Sid the Science Kid, the loveable little guy from the hit PBS show is now featured in his first full length animated film titled Sid the Science Kid: The Movie!

Movie Synopsis:
Sid the Science Kid: The Movie” follows Sid and his friend Gabriela through their adventure in The Super Ultimate Science Museum.  After winning a science fair contest, Sid and Gabriela are named “Junior Investigators” and are awarded with a special inside look at the new museum before it opens to the public. Once there, they meet quirky scientist Dr. Bonabodon (voiced by guest star Christopher Lloyd), who has designed robot tour guides, including Bobbybot, his greatest creation.  Sid and Gabriela also meet Yangyang and Niuniu, the “Future Scientist” contest winners from China, and the four pals observe giant honey bees, investigate robots, and even encounter a giant singing Tyrannosaurus Rex.  But when their robot guide short-circuits, Sid, Gabriela, Yangyang, and Niuniu must work together and use science to try to save the day. Together, they learn that you can be a scientist at any age – and that thinking like a kid is sometimes the best way to solve a problem!

 
First of all, my son was SUPER excited to watch his new Sid the Science Kid movie (and I became the AWESOME-EST mom). We have only seen the short 30 minute shows on PBS, so having 75 minutes of Sid and his friends was a real treat! He loved dancing to the upbeat music, solving science problems with his buddies Sid and Gabriela, and laughing (and learning) his way through 75 minutes of non-stop Sid the Science Kid FUN! He loved the dinosaur room and the funny antics of the robots! I was completely impressed how the movie blended humor, music, fun facts and critical thinking throughout the movie. My son didn’t even realize how much science knowledge he was gaining!

To celebrate the release of Sid the Science Kid: The Movie on DVD on April 2nd, NCircle Entertainment is sponsoring FUN events for families across the U.S. in local children’s museums, including Orlando, Florida’s Orlando Science Center on April 13th! Be sure to check out the NCircle Entertainment Events page to see where the next FUN Sid the Science Kid event is happening!

Sid the Science Kid: The Movie is available for the first time on DVD on April 2nd, priced at $12.99 SRP. Check your local store and pick up a copy for your Sid the Science Kid fan!

Ready for a giveaway? 2 lucky Saving Said Simply winners will get a copy of Sid the Science Kid: The Movie to enjoy with your family! Ends 4/18/13!

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*Disclosure ~ I received a free product from NCircle Entertainment/PR company, in exchange for this review and giveaway. No other compensation received. Though the product was free, the opinions are 100% my own!