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KellieAnn Halvorsen
FAN EFFECT REVIEW: Disney’s latest version of ‘Pinocchio’ is a nostalgic dose of CGI magic
"Pinocchio" gives a modern touch to the animated classic with CGI-infused magic, a handful of updated plot points, and a diversity of players.5 months ago
KellieAnn Halvorsen
FanX Salt Lake Comic Convention to have some ‘Scream’ingly cool celebrity guests for the 2022 convention
This year's FanX event will welcome four "Scream" cast members to its list of celebrity guests.9 months ago
KellieAnn Halvorsen
FAN EFFECT REVIEW: “The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent” is a hilarious grown-up comedy with an emphasis on grown-up
“The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent” is a wonderfully weird, insightfully intelligent, and absolutely hilarious grown-up action-comedy.9 months ago
KellieAnn Halvorsen
William Shatner is coming back to FanX Salt Lake Comic Convention 2022
Actor William Shatner is returning to FanX Salt Lake Comic Convention 2022 in September.10 months ago
KellieAnn Halvorsen
Fan Effect reviews musical adaptation of “Cyrano”
It is a tricky feat to take a beloved classic, give it a twist, and present it to audiences.11 months ago
KellieAnn Halvorsen
FAN EFFECT REVIEW: “Death on the Nile” is a glamourous mystery that diverts from the book
Branagh's "Death on the Nile" is an enjoyable ride with enough twists and turns to keep even the most devoted Poirot fans guessing.12 months ago
KellieAnn Halvorsen
Fan Effect Review: “Moonfall” misses the mark of sci-fi fun and disaster camp
Review: “Moonfall” attempts to toe the line between disaster movie, science fiction, and human drama, with a dash of comedic levity.12 months ago
KellieAnn Halvorsen
Celebrate National Popcorn Day at home and the theaters
National Popcorn Day is Wednesday, Jan. 19. It's a day where popcorn lovers can celebrate the savory snack.1 year ago
Leah Asmelash, CNN
Buzz Lightyear’s origin story is teased in a new trailer from Pixar
Disney and Pixar released the brand new teaser trailer for "Lightyear" on Wednesday. With Chris Evans voicing Buzz Lightyear, the film will tell the story of the "real" person behind the iconic toy and character featured in the classic "Toy Story" movies.1 year ago
Amy Woodyatt, CNN
Chris Pratt will star as voice of Mario in ‘Super Mario Bros.’ movie
Chris Pratt will star as the voice of Mario in an upcoming "Super Mario Bros." movie, in one of showbiz's most unlikely castings.1 year ago
Jack Guy, CNN Business
Netflix buys rights to Roald Dahl’s beloved children’s stories
Netflix says it has acquired the rights to Roald Dahl's stories and plans to create a "unique universe" of products based on them.1 year ago
Lindsey Bahr AP Film Writer
Black Widow dominates the box office as moviegoers head to theaters
Even with an option to watch “Black Widow” at home, audiences went to the movie theater in pandemic record numbers this weekend.2 years ago
Colby Walker
‘See you at the movies’ Marvel teases Phase 4 group of films
Disney and Marvel Studios hope to get moviegoers back to dark theaters with a large bucket of popcorn and a cold Diet Coke this year.2 years ago
Robynn Garfield
BIG MOVIE REVIEW: The Courier
The Courier starts off a little slow but turns into one of the finest films in this genre from the past few years.2 years ago
Curt Gresseth
The Movie Show: The true-crime filmakers behind “Murder Among the Mormons”
Doug Wright sat down with two filmmakers to talk about their true-crime Netflix docuseries: "Murder Among the Mormons."2 years ago
Frank Pallotta, CNN Business
Here’s why new ‘WandaVision’ episodes debut in the middle of the night
Marvel Studios' first original series for Disney+ has found a loyal audience, even though new episodes debut at a really weird time. So why does WandaVision air in the middle of the night?2 years ago
Rob Picheta, CNN Business
Disney+ warns viewers that ‘The Muppet Show’ includes offensive content
Disney+ is warning viewers that some episodes of "The Muppet Show" feature "negative depictions" and "mistreatment of people or cultures."2 years ago
JAKE COYLE AP Film Writer
‘Wizard of Oz’ remake planned with ‘Watchmen’ director
Are we off to see the wizard, the Wonderful Wizard of Oz — again? New Line Cinema is making a new adaptation of “The Wonderful Wizard of Oz.”2 years ago
Scottie Andrew, CNN
Sen. Patrick Leahy, the man third in the line of presidential succession has been in five ‘Batman’ movies
One of the Caped Crusader's most fervent supporters lies not in a comic book, but in the US Senate, and he's known the Bat for more than 80 years.2 years ago
EMILY WANG FUJIYAMA and HUIZHONG WU Associated Press
2 films offer 2 tales ahead of Wuhan lockdown anniversary
Two new films about Wuhan have been released on the eve of the anniversary of the 76-day lockdown in the central Chinese city where the coronavirus was first detected.2 years ago
Saige Miller
Utah officials warn of new scams targeting veterans
The state of Utah is warning the public of new scams targeting military veterans.2 years ago
LINDSEY BAHR AP Film Writer
Bruce, the last ‘Jaws’ shark, docks at the Academy Museum
Bruce, the fiberglass shark made from the “Jaws” mold, is ready for his close-up. The 1,208 pound, 25-foot-long, 45-year-old shark, famous for being difficult to work with on the set of Steven Spielberg’s classic thriller, on Friday was hoisted up in the air above the main escalator of the new Academy Museum of Motion Pictures in Los Angeles.2 years ago
Frank Pallotta, CNN Business
‘Wonder Woman 1984’ is heading to HBO Max
"Wonder Woman 1984" was widely expected to be one of the biggest films of the year, with a good shot at making $1 billion globally. Then the coronavirus pandemic broke out. Now, the film will settle for becoming the biggest debut in the history of streaming.2 years ago
Frank Pallotta and Brian Lowry, CNN Business
‘The Mandalorian,’ Disney’s biggest blockbuster of 2020, returns with a new mission
"The Mandalorian" premiered almost a year ago, serving as the biggest enticement to subscribe to Disney's startup streaming service. The launch exceeded any reasonable expectations, but with Disney facing a much-altered media galaxy, there's even more pressure on the live-action "Star Wars" series to deliver a big bounty to the studio.2 years ago
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