Frozen 2 Digital/Blu-ray Release Celebration at Walt Disney Animation Studios

Posted on February 11, 2020 by Erin

Frozen 2 Celebration

By Melanie Gable

*I attended the “Frozen 2” home entertainment press day at Walt Disney Animation Studios for the purposes of this article. All thoughts and opinions are my own.*

Walt Disney Animation Studios in Burbank, CA recently opened its doors to press, bloggers, and content creators to celebrate the in-home release of “Frozen 2,” which will be available on digital February 11 and 4K, Blu-ray, and DVD on February 25.

During its theatrical run, “Frozen 2” became the highest-grossing animated film of all time, and we had the opportunity meet with creators, artists, and talent behind the movie, as well as preview some of the bonus features included on the in-home release. (Full list of features at the end of this article.)

Bonus Feature Screenings

Our day began with a light breakfast in the Caffeine Patch, the studios’ central gathering spot/coffee bar, which was decked out with “Frozen 2” concept art and photo ops. A small stage with a piano and pair of microphones was set up near the center of the space, so we anticipated there might be a surprise performance in store for us that day!

After breakfast we were ushered into a small screening room, where we were treated to a viewing of several of the bonus features on the in-home release, including some funny recording booth outtakes from Kristen Bell (Anna), Idina Menzel (Elsa), Jonathan Groff (Kristoff), and Josh Gad (Olaf).

Kristen Anderson-Lopez and Bobby Lopez, the Oscar-winning songwriters of “Frozen” and “Frozen 2,” were the stars of the next featurette and shared insight into their creative process. (One anecdote told by the couple revealed that the first draft lyrics of “When I Am Older” was written while Anderson-Lopez was ice skating!) Anyone wondering how songs are incorporated into the story—and vice versa—of a Disney animated film can find out more on the “Meet the Lopezes” digital exclusive.

We also watched a storyboarded version of one of the deleted songs from the film, “I Wanna Get This Right,” in which Kristoff attempts to propose to Anna. The song was ultimately cut because it didn’t fit into the final story, but this goofy gem of a musical number is just one example of some of the great material that sometimes ends up on the cutting room floor, but can thankfully be shared in bonus features.

Two deleted scenes—“Secret Room” and “A Place of Our Own”—also never found a place in the final film, but revealed more about Anna and Elsa’s parents, and even made some of us a bit misty-eyed.

These were just a sampling of the bonus features audiences can check out on the “Frozen 2” in-home release.

Teleflora Celebrates Valentine’s Day + Giveaway

Posted on February 10, 2020 by Erin

Teleflora Celebrates Valentine’s Day +$75 Gift Code Giveaway

By Erin

*I have received a bouquet of flowers for purposes of this post, all thoughts and opinions remain my own.*

Spread the love to all your loved ones this Valentine’s Day with a beautiful bouquet from Teleflora, the world’s leading floral delivery service. Teleflora has a gorgeous brand-new collection of romantic and cheerful floral arrangements for Valentine’s Day. Whether you’re celebrating with a significant other, your mother or other family members, with your friends on Galentine’s Day, or by treating yourself to some self-love, a Teleflora bouquet – always made by hand and hand-delivered by a local florist – is the ultimate gifting experience that will make any Valentine feel special and cherished.

TELEFLORA’S NEW VALENTINE’S DAY BOUQUET LINEUP INCLUDES:

(All Valentine’s Day arrangements are available for sale on Teleflora.com in standard, deluxe or premium size options.)

TELEFLORA’S PRETTY IN QUARTZ BOUQUET

(Available on Teleflora.com for $109.99)

Make your Valentine swoon with this masterpiece of red roses, pink Asiatic lilies, red carnations, pink Limonium and green accents. Inspired by the rose quartz gemstone that symbolizes love, this precious arrangement is nestled in a hand-blown art glass vase with soft pink gradient tones that will be cherished for years to come. It is a gorgeous bouquet that would brighten up anyones Valentine’s Day. I love flowers, so if anyone would like to send me a Valentine, this would totally do. 😉

TELEFLORA’S RADIANTLY ROUGE BOUQUET

(Available on Teleflora.com for $79.99)

Take your Valentine’s breath away with this beautiful and bold bouquet of lush red roses, white Asiatic lilies, red carnations and green accents. This striking arrangement is presented in a bright red mirrored ceramic vase that will make this Valentine’s Day red hot. These flowers are so beautiful. They have a great variety that brings out the red roses and carnations.

TELEFLORA’S PLAYFULLY PINK BOUQUET

(Available on Teleflora.com for $54.99)

Let the blushing begin with this sweet arrangement that is delivered in an artisanal ceramic pink vase decorated with a charming “loved” heart ornament that can be displayed all year long. Anyone, including your Galentines, will be tickled pink to receive this cheerful bouquet bursting with pink roses, red alstroemeria, pink carnations, and soft greens accents.

TELEFLORA’S OOH LA OMBRE BOUQUET

(Available on Teleflora.com for $59.99)

Impress your friends, family and significant others with this modern show-stopper featuring red roses, pink alstroemeria, pink carnations and green accents set in a hand-blown glass cube with a metallic red ombre finish. This statement-making bouquet will steal the show this Valentine’s Day.

LOVE OUT LOUD this Valentine’s Day and make your loved ones feel special with a Teleflora bouquet. To place your order for a beautiful floral arrangement made by hand and delivered by hand by your local florist, please visit www.teleflora.com.

GIVEAWAY!

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Teleflora gift code details:

· Valued at $75 USD, plus free delivery service fee included*

· Expires on September 1, 2020

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· Coupon cannot be combined with any other discount or promotion codes.

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*NOTE: There may be a service fee associated with the order that extends beyond the allotted gift code amount.

GOOD-LUCK AND HAPPY VALENTINE’S DAY!!

Timmy Failure: Mistakes Were Made–Only on Disney+

Posted on February 6, 2020 by Erin

Timmy Failure: Mistakes Were Made

By Carolina Edson

*Disney Plus invited Erin to attend the “Timmy Failure: Mistakes Were Made” Press event, and she asked me to attend in her place for the purposes of this post. All thoughts and opinions are my own.*

Recently I had the opportunity to attend the press event for Timmy failure: Mistakes Were Made coming to Disney+ Friday February 7th. The event took place on The Walt Disney Studios lot. We had an intimate interview with the cast of the movie and learned about the deeper meaning of the movie, some acting skills & and if there was really a polar bear on set.

Timmy Failure: Mistakes Were Made is a movie about an 11 year old boy who has a 1500 pound polar bear as an imaginary friend. Timmy is the founder of Total Failure Inc. and together they solve crimes and mysteries around the streets of Portland. It is a beautiful story of how important it is to continue to stay true to yourself and to embrace your imagination.

During the first part of the press event we had the opportunity to sit with the adult actors – Ophelia Lovibond, who plays Timmy’s mom, Patty Failure, Kyle Bornheim, who plays Crispin & Wallace Shawn who plays Mr. Crocus.

It was an open and casual round table discussion and the first question asked was what attracted them to be a part of the movie. Everyone agreed that the story of embracing one’s imagination and uniqueness are what attracted them to the film. Reading how Timmy had the most vivid imagination but also believing it was true was amazing to them. Also knowing how the Director Tom Mccarthy and Author Stephan Pastis would use their talents to bring the book to life you knew it wouldn’t be like any other family comedy out there, it would have its own flair and creativity.

Shawn joked about how thrilled he was to even be offered a job and to be paid for it no less. But in seriousness he was genuinely worried for Timmy. Here he had a kid who wasn’t doing his hw, flunking out of class and letting his imagination run wild. He felt a sort of responsibility to look out for him. He mentioned he had some imagination but his fear of being kicked out of school was much greater. So Timmy being fearless really drove Shawn’s anxiety to help him.

When asked how their experience as working with kids it was unanimous on how it didn’t feel different at all. Once ‘action’ is called everyone behaves and does as they are told as everyone is there for the same reason. The kids on set would act more like little adults then kids at times and had a level of being professional everyone was impressed with.

Shawn mentioned the times he and Winslow would shoot a scene together the director treated them both equally. There was a sense of equality throughout the set and it was flawless adapting to it.

The question we all had on our mind was, was the Polar Bear real?