Author: Francine Brokaw

‘Paddington in Peru’ is fun for the whole family

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The third movie in the Paddington franchise does not disappoint. It is a fun adventure with everyone’s favorite little British bear as he travels back to his homeland in search for his family. Paddington in Peru is adorable.

The movie begins with a look back at Paddington’s beginnings when he was rescued by Aunt Lucy who took care of him but eventually sent him to London where he was taken in by the Brown family.

Now, firmly ensconced in British life (even with his own British passport) and a beloved member of the Brown family, Paddington learns that his Aunt Lucy is missing from the home for retired bears in Peru. This upsetting news has the entire Brown family heading off to Peru to help find Lucy.

Paddington (voiced by Ben Whishaw), Henry Brown (Hugh Bonneville), Mary  Brown (Emily Mortimer), Judy Brown (Madeleine Harris), and Jonathan Brown (Samuel Joslin), along with their friend Miss Kitts (Jessica Hynes) are off for an adventure of a lifetime.

When they get to Peru the family hires a boat owned by Hunter Cabot (Antonio Banderas) who has a nefarious reason for taking the family to find Aunt Lucy once he discovers Paddington’s bracelet is the key to the lost city of El Dorado. It seems the Cabot family have long been gold hunters and El Dorado is legendary for being the lost city of gold.

Along the way, they all encounter one problem after another as they search for Aunt Lucy. In the meantime, Miss Kitts has stayed behind with the Reverend Mother (Olivia Colman) at the home for retired bears. It’s there she discovers things aren’t what they seem to be.

This adventure is filled with many dangerous situations but several emotionally charged scenes as Paddington is relentless in finding his Aunt Lucy. After all, she saved his life when he was a cub and now he needs to save her.

As he says, “You can take the bear out of the jungle but you can’t take the jungle out of the bear.” He is comfortable in the jungle. It is where he began, however he is equally comfortable in London.

What happens SPOILER ALERT is that Paddington does locate Lucy who has been rescued by a tribe of bears and these bears are Paddington’s real tribe. It is where he came from.

Now the question is – will Paddington stay with his tribe or return with his “family” the Browns? 

When Henry’s new boss instructed him to “embrace the risk,” he never knew how much that would affect him and on this journey he takes many risks, to the surprise of his family.

The movie was filmed on location in Peru, Colombia, and London.  There is no doubt Paddington is a beloved little bear and British character that has been embraced by the country and the late Queen Elizabeth II.

Stay tuned for the ending credits as Paddington shows his visiting bear tribe the sights of London.

Bonus material include a sing-along with the nuns as they performed a cute little ditty when they learned Paddington was returning to Peru to search for his Aunt Lucy.

Other bonuses include instructions on how to create your own adventure map and make your own friendship bracelet like the one Paddington wears. There are also set tours as well as a cute “Making Of” featurette.

Paddington in Peru won the 2025 Truly Moving Picture Award from Heartland Film. Yes, it is a touching story with plenty of heartwarming scenes. It is also filled with fun and funny moments adding to the love of the franchise and the characters – especially one little bear named Paddington.

Paddington in Peru is now available VOD and will be available on Blu-ray and DVD beginning April 29, 2025.

The movie is rated PG for action, mild rude humor, and some thematic elements.

About the Author

Francine Brokaw has been covering all aspects of the entertainment industry for over 30 years. She also writes about products and travel. She has been published in national and international newspapers and magazines as well as Internet websites. She has written her own book, Beyond the Red Carpet The World of Entertainment Journalists, is the entertainment correspondent for Good Day Orange County, and has her own TV show, Beyond the Red Carpet, on Village Television in Orange County. She is a longstanding member of the Television Critics Association and is accredited by the MPAA.

‘Meet Cute in Manhattan’ is a fun rom-com

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Meet Cute in Manhattan is a fun romantic comedy within a romantic comedy. The film was written by Karen Morey along with Terence Chen who stars as Jason Lin, an actor/screenwriter who finds himself smack dab in the middle of a real rom-com.

Chinese-American Jason is stuck in a relationship with his “influencer” girlfriend Chloe Wang (Amanda Shi) who is obsessed with posting great photos. She’s shallow and her apartment looks like a carton of Pepto Bismol exploded there.

Nora Dawson (Kendall Leary) is intent on getting a job as an architect so she can design buildings that stand the test of time. Her boyfriend Kip (Martin K. Lewis) is a bit controlling and has their entire life planned out. It’s up to her to follow the steps he set out.

While waiting for a job offer Nora works in a coffee shop and one day “bumps” into Jason, spilling his hot coffee on his favorite jersey. When she asks how she can make it up to him, he asks her to go with him to an audition for a commercial casting real-life couples for a dating app. Nora agrees even though she is apprehensive because they are not a real-life couple. 

What happens next is the fun part. It seems the two have crossed paths all over Manhattan throughout the years but never met until that fateful day in the coffee shop. As they talk about themselves in the audition, their chemistry impresses the director and they are hired. And, it seems, they are a bit hit when the ad comes out. So they are signed to do several more ads, each one is a nod to a famous rom-com: Sleepless in Seattle, Singing in the Rain, Roman Holiday, and more.

Meanwhile, as their ads are splashed all over Times Square and the entire city, their significant others are taken aback. There is definitely a strong chemistry between Jason and Nora, although they are the last to know.

Throughout the film Jason is describing their story to filmmakers as he pitches his screenplay, which is really the story that viewers see unfolding throughout the film.

There are many nods to romantic films throughout the movie as the story of Jason and Nora plays out.

Jason is a true rom-com aficionado along with his sister and parents who learned to speak English by watching romantic comedies when they came to America.

This is a cute story made for lovers of romantic comedies and romantic films. It captures the essence of a good rom-com, and with the elements of popular films woven throughout the story, it is truly a little gem of a movie.

The movie will be available to stream VOD via Prime Video, and more. It premieres March 28, 2025. The movie is rated PG-13.

About the Author

Francine Brokaw has been covering all aspects of the entertainment industry for over 30 years. She also writes about products and travel. She has been published in national and international newspapers and magazines as well as Internet websites. She has written her own book, Beyond the Red Carpet The World of Entertainment Journalists, is the entertainment correspondent for Good Day Orange County, and has her own TV show, Beyond the Red Carpet, on Village Television in Orange County. She is a longstanding member of the Television Critics Association and is accredited by the MPAA.

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Harry Bosch’s solo crime stories come to a screeching halt!

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Despite the outcry from fans, Harry Bosch’s solo crime stories come to a screeching halt!

Bosch: Legacy debuted on then-Freevee in 2022 as its first original series. It’s a continuing saga of Amazon Prime’s longest running and most popular character-based procedural series, Bosch, adapted from Michael Connelly’s novels. The next chapter (spin-off) of Bosch focuses on three returning characters; retired LAPD homicide detective-turned-private investigator Harry Bosch (Titus Welliver), attorney Honey “Money” Chandler (Mimi Rogers), and Maddie Bosch (Madison Lintz) as they explore and navigate through uncharted waters in their personal pursuit of justice.

It’s been a minute since Bosch: Legacy Season 2 left us hanging on a collect call from Preston Borders (Chris Browning) — a convict put away decades ago by Bosch serving a life sentence for murder — intimating Harry’s hand in the death of Kurt Dockweiler (David Denman).

The murder investigation of Dockweiler, the serial rapist who kidnapped and buried Maddie alive as his bargaining chip, threatens to ruin the lives of the Legacy trio. Maddie, now fully immersed in her calling as an LAPD patrol officer, gets entangled in a series of violent follow-home robberies. Although she has always been aware of the fine line between justice and vengeance her father walks, a whiff of such a transgression drives a wedge between them.

Harry is retained to look for a family vanished completely without leaving one single trace. With neither the authority nor the specialized resources for good old-fashioned police work at his disposal, Harry comes to grapple with the limits of justice.

Once a high profile defense attorney, Honey “Money” Chandler runs for District Attorney against the incumbent who stops at nothing to smear her and destroy her credibility. She’s had it with the corruption of the system; WIIFAM (What’s in it for me?) politicians abuse power for political gain and squander Angelenos’ faith and trust in the law and justice system.

Amazon wants us to buy the inane twaddle that Bosch: Legacy concludes this spring as planned. Translation? Expect the soft landing Amazon’s golden boy deserves. In your dreams! The streamer canceled the show long after Season 3 had wrapped filming; it wasn’t a creative decision but a financial one. The flagship series — not only Prime Video’s but also video streaming services’ longest-running and most popular franchise to date — has left an indelible mark on the crime drama genre thanks to Titus Welliver’s full embodiment of Harry Bosch (the TV version, mind you). Sure, ending a beloved series with a bang is no walk in the park, but Welliver deserves better. Bosch diehard fans deserve better!

Come to think of it, Amazon’s all-consuming passion for appealing solely to the lucrative younger demographic (new audience = ad revenue) at the expense of the authenticity of the story has been glaring at me from the get-go. The theme song attempts to infuse a sense of youthful energy: “There’s a fire of a new day coming ‘round/It’s a rhythm of a new song singing/(Oh, my, my) Times are changing/(Oh, my, my) Times are changing.” Although it’s reminiscent of the Big Three networks’ old-fashioned detective series — clearly contrary to Amazon’s intention —, I for one got the message loud and clear. It reminds me that my time is up and a dinosaur — a person with very old-fashioned values, out of step with the current times or about to become obsolete — like me must cease to exit.

When Bosch pays Mo Bassi (Chang), tech-forward gadget whiz, in cash, he makes fun of him. “Cash is so last century!” Dinosaur Bosch rejoins, “So am I, brother.” Mo’s off-the-cuff quips make me laugh, but I don’t appreciate sacrilege against my hero committed by Detective Christina Vega (Jacqueline Obradors) and Rondell Pierce (DaJuan Johnson). The new blood clearly resents the old guard; they don’t want to be bossed around and taken advantage of every time Bosch needs something from them. I thought Bosch is well respected among the law enforcement, but apparently there is no love lost between the old guard and the new blood. It’s appalling and heart-breaking to overhear how they condemn my hero behind his back.

Vexed, self-righteous and short-fused, but also loyal, compassionate and soulful lone wolf with a moral compass in tact, Harry Bosch is the whole hard-boiled cop package. Let’s not further tarnish the most iconic character of contemporary crime fiction as a means to win younger demographic and ad revenue.

Bosch: Legacy Season 3 returned with the first four episodes on March 27, followed by two episodes dropping every Thursday until the series finale on April 17.

About the Author

Meg Mimura is a TV critic who actually watches shows zealously in search of thought-provoking and paradigm shifting human drama worth our precious time. She is a member of Television Critics Association. Follow her on Twitter.

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‘On Paper’ streams on UP Faith and Family

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Now streaming on UP Faith and Family, On Paper is a cute story of love, confusion, and decisions in the workplace. Even though this was produced in 2014, it is still a fun story with interesting characters.

Natalie (Lindsay Hartley) is an associate book editor in Portland, Oregon. She loves real literature and poo-poos romance novels. When her good friend Avery (Haley Strode) offers her the job of editor in her Los Angeles publishing company, Natalie is on the next plane to LaLa Land. 

Avery has ulterior motives. Her best-selling pain-in-the-butt romance novelist Beverly Wilcox (Morgan Fairchild) is in need of a new editor and no one will take the job. When Natalie arrives she is eager to get to work, until she discovers her friend has pulled a fast one on her and assigned her the job of editing Beverly’s next romance novel.

In the meantime, Natalie must find an apartment, which she does, get a new wardrobe to fit in with her new job and city, which she does, and tackle the work of editing an author who does not want anything changed in her manuscript.

The handyman at her apartment is called Coop (Drew Fuller). He loves to surf and mentors a young child while looking out for the boys diabetic mother. He is sensitive and caring.

That is exactly the kind of man Avery wants her friend to stay away from. She instructs her to look for a man whose qualities are “good on paper” meaning he has a steady job, nice apartment, etc.

Then Natalie meets Bob (Kieren Hutchison), an attorney with a good future. Now he’s the kind of guy Avery wants her friend to date, which she does.

While Natalie is struggling with Beverly’s demands as well as her mixed feelings about Coop, her relationship with Bob gains traction.

Okay, so most viewers will realize from the beginning who Natalie will end up with, but there is a little twist that is an “I didn’t see that coming” moment in the story.

As Natalie confronts her decisions, she has an epiphany and as they say, all’s well that ends well.

On Paper is now available to stream at your convenience via UP Faith and Family.

About the Author

Francine Brokaw has been covering all aspects of the entertainment industry for over 30 years. She also writes about products and travel. She has been published in national and international newspapers and magazines as well as Internet websites. She has written her own book, Beyond the Red Carpet The World of Entertainment Journalists, is the entertainment correspondent for Good Day Orange County, and has her own TV show, Beyond the Red Carpet, on Village Television in Orange County. She is a longstanding member of the Television Critics Association and is accredited by the MPAA.

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LectroFan micro2 from ASTI bluetooth speaker/sound machine – Product Review

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The LectroFan micro2 is a unique little gadget that does more than plays sounds and white noise. It works with bluetooth phones to make it a speakerphone and also can be used to listen to music, podcasts, audio books, or whatever you have on your mobile device.

First of all, it’s tiny, yet delivers big sounds. This little device measures a mere 2 inches high and 2 inches wide, and then the speaker can be positioned to different angles, depending on where you want the sound.

It comes complete with a variety of noises:

White Noises:

  • Super Dark Brown Noise
  • Darker Brown Noise
  • Darker Pink Noise
  • Hot Pink Noise

There are also preset sounds:

Fan Sounds:

  • Large Fan
  • Industrial Fan
  • Mellow Fan Low
  • Attic Fan
  • Vent Fan

Ocean Sounds:

  • Ocean
  • Surf

In total, there are 11 sounds from which to select.

The unit is easy to control with touchable buttons to turn it off, on, change sounds, and adjust the volume. And if you get two units you can pair them and have stereo sound. How cool is that?

The LectroFan micro2 comes with its own charging cable that fits USBA – USBC. Before using the machine it is necessary to charge it then you’re ready to go.

This portable little unit is so small it is easy to pack away in a suitcase or even a purse.

While many people find it easy to sleep with complete silence, that’s not the case for many. Adding some kind of noise helps people fall asleep and quiet the mind. Personally, I find the ocean noises are just what I need to relax and drift off.

The only downfall I can see with this is that it is not capable of pairing with a smart TV. Now that would be great. I have a feeling the folks at ASTI are working on that now. Fingers crossed.

In the meantime, this little unit lives up to its reputation. And it can be gently placed in a stroller or carriage to add some soft noise when baby is sleeping. Note: they do make a couple other designs that are useful in various situations.

And think of college dorms. They can get so raucous and noisy. This might just be what your college student needs to help him or her relax after a long day of classes and studying.
Check out their website for all their noise machines.

And if you’re looking for a small item to add to an Easter Basket this year, think about putting one of these in the basket. Purchasing several units to tuck away for “just because” gifts or hostess gifts might also be something to think about.

About the reviewer

Francine Brokaw has been covering products, travel, and all aspects of the entertainment industry for over 35 years. She has been published in national and international newspapers and magazines as well as Internet websites. She has written her own book, Beyond the Red Carpet The World of Entertainment Journalists, is the entertainment correspondent for Good Day Orange County, and has her own TV show, Beyond the Red Carpet, on Village Television in Orange County. She is a longstanding member of the Television Critics Association and is accredited by the MPAA.

Note: This unit was sent to me for an honest review with no expectations.

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Bogie’s are great for Easter Baskets and make “just because” gifts

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Although they technically came out around Christmas time, the adorable plush Bogie characters are just the right size to put in an Easter Basket.  They are soft, colorful, and each face has a different expression.

Just looking at them puts a smile on your face. They’re filled with love for anyone who has them.

The red Bogie has a red heart on her stomach, a red tail, and a sweet smile on her face. She’s almost saying, “I love you.”  The blue one has a blue heart and blue fluffy tail while his expression is one of confusion, wondering if anyone will give him a loving home. “Please love me.”

The pink Bogie has a pink heart on her stomach, a pink striped tail, and a wide-eyed look of love. “Let’s have a great day today.” And the yellow Bogie  has a yellow heart on her stomach, a yellow and white striped tail, and a little mischievous expression wondering ”What are we going to do today?”

These little guys are soft and adorable. They make great friends and as mentioned above, are just the right size to put in an Easter basket for something special.

Or, if you don’t use them in an Easter basket, they are fun to have on hand whenever you need a little something extra for your child who might be having a bad day. They are instant pick-me-ups.

Measuring about four inches tall and with their tail spread out, they are about eleven inches long however their tails can be shaped to wrap around the bodies or simply piled up to create a different look.  

Bogies are just the right size for little hands, plus they are filled with love for kids and adults. And they can be fun to place around the house to add a little bit of charm anywhere they are placed.

So whether you want to add a special treat to an Easter basket this year or simply have some fun with these little plushies who are filled with expressions to adore, Bogies fit the bill. And, as many parents do, they put trinkets aside for a special treat or an extra present. Whatever you decide to do with your Bogie, it’s sure to bring a smile to anyone’s face.

About the Reviewer

Francine Brokaw has been covering all aspects of the entertainment industry for over 30 years, including reviews of products, books, and also travel. She has been published in national and international newspapers and magazines as well as Internet websites. She has written her own book, Beyond the Red Carpet The World of Entertainment Journalists, is the entertainment correspondent for Good Day Orange County, and has her own TV show, Beyond the Red Carpet, on Village Television in Orange County. She is a longstanding member of the Television Critics Association and is accredited by the MPAA

Note: These items were sent to me for an honest review with no expectations.

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Toothbrush Toys make brushing fun

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Toothbrush Toys make brushing a fun experience while teaching kids oral hygiene.  They come with an additional brush head, and when the brush is removed kids have a fun little toy to play with.

By changing an ordinary – but necessary – daily task into something fun and adventurous, Toothbrush Toys make brushing a fun experience.

With a variety of fun characters, kids look forward to brushing their teeth, not only due to the cute characters, but also the stories that come along with the brushes. We all know that brushing for 2 minutes minimum is optimal for good oral hygiene. Who knows when two minutes are up? Let’s face it, kids rarely look at the clock when they brush their teeth.

With specially designed stories to go along with the characters, kids can enjoy the stories while they brush, and the stories are each designed to last about 2 minutes. That definitely takes the guess work out of how long your kids are brushing.

By starting kids brushing correctly while they are young, their habits will remain for them the rest of their lives (hopefully). Yes, brushing is mundane, even with a cute character to hold while cleaning teeth. But with the addition of two-minute stories, brush time goes quickly and before they know it their duty is done!

So, what kinds of characters will interest your kids?:

  • Princess Pearly Whites sports a big, bright white smile.
  • Brushy the Brushasaurus is a green dinosaur with a wide toothy grin.
  • Chompers the Shark shows off his white pointy teeth.
  • Petey the Puppy is tan with a sweet expression.
  • Captain Cavity sports a blue suit and blue mask to remind kids they must brush their teeth.
  • Aqua the Mermaid shows off her happy smile. ($22.95)

Each of these kits comes with a spare tooth brush and replacement brush packets are available with three brushes each (10.95). There is also a two-minute timer for an additional purchase ($12.95).

Also available are little adventure books to go along with the stories so kids can read while brushing. Combinations of brushes and subscriptions are available at the website.
Put a tablet next to the sink and select which animated story to watch during the two minutes of brushing. It’s a fun way to add some whimsy to the everyday routine. Just go to the animations site on the webpage for this fun option.

For kids that don’t want to hear the story, the timer lights up and plays music to accompany brushing and turns off after 2 minutes. Personally, I think this is a good idea for adults too!!!!

Toothbrush Toys are a fun addition to an Easter Basket this year. After all, with all that Easter candy, kids definitely need to be reminded to brush their teeth and this is a good time to start good oral hygiene habits.

Click the link below to hear the timer and see the lights.

https://youtube.com/shorts/njxXwGCJuMg?feature=share

About the Reviewer

 

Francine Brokaw has been covering all aspects of the entertainment industry for over 30 years, including reviews of products, books, and also travel. She has been published in national and international newspapers and magazines as well as Internet websites. She has written her own book, Beyond the Red Carpet The World of Entertainment Journalists, is the entertainment correspondent for Good Day Orange County, and has her own TV show, Beyond the Red Carpet, on Village Television in Orange County. She is a longstanding member of the Television Critics Association and is accredited by the MPAA

Note: These items were sent to me for an honest review with no expectations.

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Disney Easter Plush for 2025

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It is Easter time and time for more fun with Disney characters. This year the folks at Disney have clothed Mickey, Minnie, Stitch, and Angel in pastel plush that is absolutely gorgeous.

Mickey and Minnie can stand if propped up and can sit with ease, while Stitch and Angel sit on all fours.

Stitch and Angel sit about 14 inches high while Mickey and Minnie when standing propped up are about 19  inches high and when seated are about 13 inches up to their ears.

Their ears do have a small piece of plastic inside in order to adjust a little however I doubt it is hard enough to cause any damage to little ones. Also, they are encased in the soft plush anyway.

Their bodies are pastel plush, so there is nothing to remove. They also have little cotton tails to make them true Easter bunnies.

There are countless ways to enjoy these fellows. First, they are simply great companions and bedtime friends for little kids – of all ages, hmm hmm.  Second, they make great decorations to brighten up your house and prepare it for the Easter season.


Third, they are fun to put into an Easter basket for a little extra treat. And they are also memorable keepsakes for collectors.

The hardest part about these plushies is deciding which one (s) to get. Perhaps Mickey and Minnie, Stitch and Angel, Mickey and Stitch, Angel and Minnie, or all four!!!!

They are soft, cuddly and easy to hold. Stitch and Angel are plumper than Mickey and Minnie, however they are all easy to hug and definitely love.

 

Just looking at them brightens up any mood, so just think what they will do for your house. Any Disney fan will be delighted to add these to their collection or just give as a fun or special treat to anyone in need of extra love. And many times we just need a little something to help up through a bad time.

Thank you to the Disney Store for providing these four plushies to me (without any restrictions on my comments). There’s nothing bad I can say about these fellows. They are well made, cuddly, cute, and put a smile on my face as soon as I opened the box. Thank you Disney! You know me. I am a true Disney girl.

 

About the Reviewer

Francine Brokaw has been covering products, travel, and all aspects of the entertainment industry for over 35 years. She has been published in national and international newspapers and magazines as well as Internet websites. She has written her own book, Beyond the Red Carpet The World of Entertainment Journalists, is the entertainment correspondent for Good Day Orange County, and has her own TV show, Beyond the Red Carpet, on Village Television in Orange County. She is a longstanding member of the Television Critics Association and is accredited by the MPAA.

Note: These plushes were sent to me with no expectations.

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‘The Day the Earth Blew Up: A Looney Tunes Movie’ opens in theaters

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Porky Pig and Daffy Duck star in this new Looney Tunes feature length movie. The Day the Earth Blew Up: A Looney Tunes Movie is a buddy movie with the two characters joining together to save the planet.

At the beginning of the film the story looks back to the origin of these two characters. These two orphan farm animals were saved by Farmer Jim who cared for them and brought them up as his own family. When it was time for his demise he left them with the knowledge that as long as they stuck together they would be all right. He also instructed them to look after their house.

When the house needs fixing to pass inspection, Porky and Daffy take jobs at the local bubble-gum factory to earn enough money to fix their home. They meet Petunia Pig, a flavor master at the factory who is always in search of new flavors for the gum.

Then the duo discover an alien mind-control plot that would turn everyone into zombies when chewing the gum. This particular gum has very strange repercussions and Porky and Daffy think it is going to be used to end the world.

So, what do our two intrepid buddies do? They end up saving the planet only to learn that an asteroid is on a collision course with Earth and the plot they thwarted was actually going to save the world from the asteroid.

So now they have to help the alien, a scientist, and Petunia develop another plan to save the planet.


The movie is filled with plenty of antics from our two stars. Perhaps the best part of the story, besides the duo saving the world, is their close bond. They look out for each other as true brothers would. And they always remember what Farmer Jim told them: If they stick together they will be all right.

This is a true buddy movie, albeit animated and with a lot of whacky scenes. But the love the two have for each other is at the heart of the story. Yes, they often get on each others’ nerves, but in the end it is their close bond that sees them through all the ups and downs and together they know they can face anything that comes along.

This hand-drawn animated movie reflects the old animation films from the past. It’s not filled with CGI. Instead it is filled with great animation and two intrepid characters.

It is nice to see the two back on the big screen. It’s also interesting to know their back story and how they ended up together. 

This is a true buddy film for kids and families. It’s a colorful and emotional sci-fi action adventure story

The Day the Earth Blew Up: A Looney Tunes Movie opens in theaters March 14, 2025. It is rated PG for cartoon violence/action and rude/suggestive humor.

About the Author

Francine Brokaw has been covering all aspects of the entertainment industry for over 30 years. She also writes about products and travel. She has been published in national and international newspapers and magazines as well as Internet websites. She has written her own book, Beyond the Red Carpet The World of Entertainment Journalists, is the entertainment correspondent for Good Day Orange County, and has her own TV show, Beyond the Red Carpet, on Village Television in Orange County. She is a longstanding member of the Television Critics Association and is accredited by the MPAA.

 

Images courtesy and used with the approval of Ketchup Entertainment / Warner Brothers Animation

Food at Disneyland’s Season of the Force – yum

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For anyone going to this year’s Season of the Force at Disneyland, there are plenty of options to whet your appetite and add to the enjoyment of the event.

To check out everything  guests will be able to eat and drink, check out the Foodie Guide. It’s filled with all the delicious and decorative items available during The Season of the Force which runs from March 28-May 11, 2025.

And for more info about this Star Wars experience, read our overview.

Images supplied courtesy Disneyland