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Tag: Pixar

Stack Overflow: 7 Art Books About Movie Magic

January 29, 2018January 28, 2018Jonathan H. Liu

I’ve got another set of beautiful books for you today. I know we just covered some great coffee table books in November, but today’s books all have something else in common: they’re all about movies!

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‘Coco’: Pixar Takes on Day of the Dead

November 23, 2017Marziah Karch

‘Coco’ is the latest movie from Pixar. It’s colorful, delightful, sad at times, and overall worth the price of admission.

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10 Things Parents Should Know About ‘Coco’

November 21, 2017December 14, 2017Matt Blum1

The latest Disney/Pixar film is hitting theaters. What should you know before you take your kids?

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10 Things Learned About the Future of Disney From the D23 Expo

July 18, 2017December 13, 2017Whit Honea

Disney’s D23 Expo just wrapped in Anaheim, California, and we learned a lot about the future of Disney (and the past!). Our Whit Honea was there to take notes.

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Review: Revell’s ‘Cars 3’ Junior Model Kits Help Build Memories

June 16, 2017Mordechai Luchins

There’s a new ‘Cars’ movie out, which means the toy aisles are going to be loaded with Lightning McQueen. How about solving your child’s desire for a Lightning McQueen of his or her very own and also starting them on the proud tradition of model building?

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‘Ellie in Concert’: GeekDad Q&A with Mike Wu

May 3, 2017Jamie Greene2

We chat with Mike Wu about his newest book ‘Ellie in Concert’ and how much his “day job” at Pixar influences his own work.

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Watch the Teaser Trailer for the Upcoming Disney Pixar Movie ‘Coco’

March 16, 2017December 16, 2017Preston Burt

Pixar is at it again, this time taking viewers on a magical, musical journey through the Land of the Dead with ‘COCO.’ Watch the teaser trailer now!

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Pixar’s ‘Cars 3’: What We Know So Far

January 11, 2017Lisa Tate

Take a peek at Cars 3, and get geared up for Pixar’s next summer release.

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End 2016 on a High Note with GeekDad’s Massive Disney Giveaway

December 20, 2016Jamie Greene1

Enter to win big in GeekDad’s impressive Disney grab bag giveaway! Included are all of the 2016 Blu-ray releases from Disney, Pixar, Marvel, and Lucasfilm. Plus more goodies!

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‘Finding Dory’ Is Now Available (Plus Easter Eggs)

November 16, 2016Will James

‘Finding Dory’ is now available on Blu-ray, DVD, and Digital HD. My preference, as always with Disney movies, is the Combo pack. We use the Blu-ray at home, the DVD in the car, and the Digital whenever we’re travelling (Digital HD has saved more than one plane ride for us!)

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Pumpkinspiration with ‘Finding Dory’ in 10 Simple (Soul-Crushing) Steps

October 31, 2016Jamie Greene2

I’ll be honest with you. I think I like the idea of carving pumpkins for Halloween way more than the activity itself. So it was with mixed emotions that a package of ‘Finding Dory’-themed pumpkin-carving tools and accessories was delivered right to my door.

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You Too Can Wear a Super Suit in Public

September 3, 2016Whit Honea

We all know you’ve been wearing superhero-themed underpants since fourth grade (and by you, we mean us), so why not take it up a notch and sport your very own super suit?

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8 Things Parents Should Know About ‘Finding Dory’

June 17, 2016Matt Blum

Does the sequel (13 years later) to ‘Finding Nemo’ sink or swim? Here are eight things you should know before you sit down in the theater.

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‘Three Little Words’: Oh, The Places You’ll Swim!

June 17, 2016Kelly Knox

‘Three Little Words’ is a perfect present for small fans of Nemo or graduates heading out into the big ocean for the first time.

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‘Finding Dory’: A Celebration of Disability, Differences, and Friendship

June 17, 2016Marziah Karch

I was pleasantly surprised by ‘Finding Dory.’ It’s a sequel worth watching in the theater.

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Disney Art Academy

June 13, 2016Kelly Knox

Much like the current craze of adult coloring books, ‘Disney Art Academy’ can be just what you need to take your mind off your troubles.

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The New ‘Finding Dory’ Trailer Has Come to Take You Home

March 3, 2016Tony Nunes

Yesterday, ‘The Ellen Show’ released the new full trailer for the ‘Finding Nemo’ sequel, ‘Finding Dory.’ Check it out…

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Weekly Poll: Which Is Your Favorite Pixar Oscar Winner?

February 29, 2016December 13, 2017Rob Huddleston3

This week, we want to find out which Pixar Academy Award winner is your favorite. Vote today!

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‘The Good Dinosaur’ Recyclosaurus Contest Winners

February 23, 2016Will James

‘The Good Dinosaur’ released on Blu-Ray, Digital HD, and Disney Movies Anywhere today, and we have some winners to announce for our GeekDad® giveaway contest!

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Pixar's 'The Good Dinosaur' Is Coming to Blu-Ray

January 22, 2016Will James

‘The Good Dinosaur,’ Pixar’s latest hit, is coming to Blu-Ray on February 23rd.

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10 Things Parents Should Know About ‘The Good Dinosaur’

November 25, 2015Jim MacQuarrie2

Pixar’s long-delayed sixteenth film, ‘The Good Dinosaur,’ opens today. It’s a story you’ve seen many times in a variety of forms, but some stories are worth retelling and reimagining, and this is one of them.

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Meet the Director of ‘The Good Dinosaur’

November 24, 2015Jim MacQuarrie

Pixar’s latest film is the “coming of age story,” ‘The Good Dinosaur’. On a recent Sunday afternoon, I had the opportunity to take part in some group discussions with some of the people involved with the film. First up, Director Peter Sohn and Producer Denise Ream.

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‘Inside Out’ Characters Brought to Life in Play Doh

November 11, 2015Jonathan H. Liu

I just spotted this the other day—’Inside Out’ characters (the five emotions plus Bing Bong) done in stop-motion animation with Play Doh.

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The First ‘Finding Dory’ Trailer is Here

November 10, 2015Ken Denmead

A dozen years later, we finally get a sequel to one of the best Pixar movies.

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PAX Australia 2015 (Part 1): The Geek Social Hub

November 6, 2015December 13, 2017Evil Genius Mum

If the “geek shall inherit the Earth” then PAX is where they divvy up the loot. As an expo, it is a huge opportunity to try new games, find new talent, and “mingle with your people.”

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‘Inside Out’ Hits Blu-ray With an Impressive Collection of Special Features

November 4, 2015Tony Nunes

Today, ‘Inside Out’ hits Blu-ray, DVD, and Digital HD and brings along with it an impressive collection of special features great for film buffs and parents alike.

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‘Inside Out’ on Blu-ray: Pixar Makes it Clear Women Can Do Anything!

November 3, 2015Patricia Vollmer

This week, Disney-Pixar’s latest creation, ‘Inside Out’, will be released on Blu-ray. Owners will not only enjoy a touching story of a pre-teen processing several major life changes, but also the numerous bonus features.

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John Lasseter Studio Collection: Hawaiian Shirts Ahoy!

August 20, 2015Jamie Greene6

Today, I’m bringing you an up-close look at a LOT of loud Hawaiian shirts. The John Lasseter Studio Collection occupied a bit of floor space opposite the Pixar booth at the D23 Expo. The exhibit showcased Lasseter’s line of custom-designed, movie-themed Hawaiian shirts.

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Great Big Beautiful Podcast: Episode 24 – Ronnie del Carmen

August 19, 2015Jamie Greene

This week, we’re joined by Ronnie del Carmen, who happens to be the co-director of a little film that came out recently, which you may have heard of: ‘Inside Out.’

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Disney Is Streaming ‘Lava’ for Free

August 1, 2015Rachel Cericola2

If you have a Disney Movies Anywhere account, you can watch Disney Pixar’s short for a limited time.

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