Author: Francine Brokaw

Fun activities for kids at Disney California Adventure’s Food and Wine Festival 2022

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If you think the annual Food and Wine Festival at Disney California Adventure is just for adults, you are wrong. There are many activities geared for kids during the festival that runs from March 4 – April 26, 2022. And in keeping with the theme of the festival, they are focused on food.

 

Jammin’ Chefs

Jammin’ Chefs is a fun and upbeat show featuring Daisy, Clarabelle, Chip, and Dale, plus a lively MC as well as some hoppin’ chefs. The characters dance and the chefs drum (on the pots and pans) and everyone has a great time. It’s an energetic show that will put a hop in your step. And if you are a bit tired from your visit to DCA, why not stop for a brief time and enjoy the music and the characters as they put on a fun show. It’s short but sweet (no pun intended). And the MC is filled with puns that adults will enjoy while the kids are busy dancing along with the four characters.

This show is presented several times a day in the Hollywood Backlot.

 

Alice’s Wonderland Bakery Unbirthday Party

Alice’s Wonderland Bakery is a new show on Disney Junior, Disney+ and Disney Channel. For the Food and Wine Festival Alice and Princess Rosa help Minnie and the MC of this show as they instruct a select group of little guests how to decorate their very own cupcake. Yep, these little girls and boys get their own cupcake and decorating kit, which includes a vanilla cupcake, icing, and sprinkles. Why don’t they let adults take part in this activity? Just watching the kids and smelling the frosting is enough to make everyone yearn for a sweet, delicious treat.

The stage is in the Hollywood Backlot. There are festive tables in the front of the area where the new little pastry chefs get to work on their cupcakes while their parents and other guests to the park look on. Minnie gets in the spirit of the show while on screen Alice and Princess Rosa lend their support. This is definitely a cute idea and a great experience for the little kids.

Even if you do not have a child taking part in this activity, take a seat on the benches and watch as the little ones work intently on decorating their cupcakes. And you’ll probably see at least a few of them eating the icing right out of the tube. Hey, it’s something I would do!

The expressions on their faces is a combination of joy and intensity as they go about their business of making their cupcakes as pretty as possible. But some of the cupcakes might not make it until the end of the show. Let’s face it, kids love to eat them (and adults too), so once in awhile you’ll catch a glimpse of a child taking a bite. I wish they would let adults do this. Sigh. Anyway, it is a great addition to the Food and Wine Festival this year and something memorable for all the little pastry chefs.

 

Alice’s Wonderland Bakery Unbirthday Party runs a few times a day. Bon Appetite.

 


About the Author

Francine Brokaw has been covering all aspects of the travel and entertainment industries for over 30 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, was a longstanding member of the Los Angeles Press Club, and is accredited by the MPAA. Follow her on Twitter.

A new ‘Highway to Heaven’ brings back angels, hope, and love

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From 1984-1989 Michael Landon starred as angel Jonathan Smith in the popular TV series Highway to Heaven. Last Christmastime Lifetime aired a new movie with the same title starring Jill Scott as angel Angela, with Barry Watson as Bruce who support to Angela, only after he gets over the shock that she is an actual angel. The movie is now available on DVD and Digital so viewers can watch this inspiring and heartwarming show at any time.

The original series was a family-viewing event every week in millions of homes. Watson admitted, “ It just seemed like the world needs a Highway to Heaven right now.  Everybody needs something that I think can maybe kind of like lift them up and maybe help them move beyond kind of where they’re stuck in the past maybe.”  Indeed, with what we have all been through regarding the pandemic as well as the current state of world affairs, this is a good time for some uplifting stories. While the show will not be a weekly event, Lifetime has said they will produce a series of movies.

The show does not go into specific religions, however faith is a big part of the storylines. As Scott acknowledged, “My grandmother introduced prayer to me.  And that has been a portion of my life since as long as I can remember.”

Many of us have had experiences we simply cannot explain. We have been guided in a specific direction and maybe in those cases it was an angel leading the way. Who knows for sure? But it is definitely nice to think that angels are looking out for us.

When asked about this, Watson answered, “I do believe in angels.  I believe that there are souls out there that watch over us.  I actually do.  That’s my belief.  I think that’s probably what’s got me through some of my toughest times of my life is having this universe of angels kind of looking over me and hopefully guiding me in ways I don’t know.  Even when I think I’m never gonna get out of something.  I feel like if you believe, you eventually kind of will get through it.”

Scott agrees and admitted she also believe in angels. “What I know is that people in my life, personally, have showed up and strangers that do kind things that have directed me in a different way than where I was headed.  I’ve missed gunshots.  I’ve missed fights.  I’ve missed being robbed by seconds, minutes, moments.  And I really believe that my grandmother has been a portion of that, that she’s — and all of my ancestors — just guiding me.  If that means angels to some people, then so be it.  For me, yeah.  Angels and ancestors. … So, yes, I believe in angels.”

This first movie focuses on a young student who is having a difficult time since his mother passed away the previous year. Angela steps in and with the help of her “boss” aka God, steers him in the right direction and gets him back on a good path.

With the state of the world, it is perhaps the best time to bring back a show, although it is a reboot, that is uplifting, inspiring, touches the heart, gives hope, and ends up being a feel-good experience for the entire family. Amen.

Highway to Heaven is now available on DVD (no bonus features) and Digital.

About the Author

Francine Brokaw has been covering all aspects of the entertainment industry for over 25 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, was a longstanding member of the Los Angeles Press Club, and is accredited by the MPAA. Follow her on Twitter.

How do you keep the poster child of unicorns from falling right off the cliff?

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A new anthology series titled Super Pumped is slated to premier Sunday, February 27 on Showtime. The first installment Super Pumped: The Battle For Uber is based on the nonfiction book by the New York Times reporter Mike Issac and follows Travis Kalanick, a hard-charging and messianic Uber co-founder and former CEO, in his quest to build Uber into one of the world’s most valuable private companies.

The Silicon Valley elite, particularly unicorns (privately held startup companies valued at over $1 billion), stops at nothing to attain and keep their positions and power, but Travis Kalanick (Joseph Gordon-Levitt) really takes the cake when it comes to his cult leader-like maneuvers to establish and expand his kingdom. Drunk with his unprecedented successes and hungry for the world domination, Travis alternately bullies and charms not only his followers (his entourage and employees who drank the Kool-Aid), but also his army (Uber drivers he exploited) into blind and complete subservience. Travis is hard-wired to deceive, manipulate, brainwash by sweet-talking, and obliterate whoever and whatever get in the way of his grandiose visions.

The only person who calls out on Travis’ unbecoming conduct as an eminent founder is Bill Gurley (Kyle Chandler), the venture capitalist who attempts to keep Uber afloat in the early days. Despite Bill’s sincere efforts to guide, counsel, and intervene, the Jeff Bezos fanboy becomes more enmeshed in a growing megalomania, sloppy corporate governance and atrocious stewardship. When John Zimmer (John Magaro), Lyft founder, points out that Bill is enabling him to believe the world owes him win after win with no strings attached, he realizes that this is no longer a classic Silicon Valley story  — a founder and funder at each other’s throats over whose ideas are better. Bill has a tough decision to make!

”There is a lot to learn from this story and I think people should be aware of what goes on behind the curtains,” said Chandler in the virtual press conference held on February 23. Right on! Now that I know how the sausage gets made, I’m proud to announce neither have I ever used Uber nor does my investment portfolio include unethical or predatory companies like Uber. Sadly, my blacklist of companies I shouldn’t do business with is getting longer every day while my world is getting smaller and smaller. I need to be conscious about who I give money to, though; the winning at all costs mentality is damaging to our humanity. Aren’t we sick and tired of those revolutionaries who turn into fascists once they get into power?

Super Pumped: The Battle For Uber premieres Sunday, February 27, 2022 on Showtime.

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.

Disneyland Resort brings back popular nighttime spectaculars

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Disneyland Resort today announced the homecoming of four beloved nighttime spectaculars and a new grand finale to the “Main Street Electrical Parade” for its 50th anniversary. Since Disneyland Resort reopened, guests have been able to rediscover the wonders and magic of returning entertainment, and new experiences have been introduced too—highlighting the incredible momentum at the Disneyland Resort as part of its phased reopening.

On April 22, 2022, the “Main Street Electrical Parade” and “Disneyland Forever” fireworks spectacular will ignite the night at Disneyland Park, and “World of Color” will return to Disney California Adventure Park. “Fantasmic!” is preparing for its return to Disneyland on May 28, 2022. 

“Main Street Electrical Parade” has been a guest favorite since its debut in 1972, and the enchantment continues for a new generation of dreamers. To honor the milestone 50th anniversary of “Main Street Electrical Parade,” Disney Live Entertainment will introduce a magnificent grand finale that celebrates the theme of togetherness in an all-new float. This universal theme is reflected in the creative concept of the grand finale sequence, drawing inspiration from the original design of classic “Main Street Electrical Parade” floats and Mary Blair’s iconic art style on “it’s a small world.” The seven-segment float stretches 118 feet in length and brings to life more than a dozen Walt Disney Animation Studios and Pixar Animation Studios films, making it one of the longest and grandest sequences in the parade’s history.

“World of Color” at Disney California Adventure brings animation to life with powerful fountains that create an immense screen of water. Combining music, fire, fog and laser effects with memorable animated sequences, “World of Color” floods the senses and immerses audiences in some favorite Disney and Pixar stories.

“Disneyland Forever” fireworks spectacular is a street-to-sky celebration filled with sparkling pyrotechnics and immersive projections that envelop guests in a breathtaking journey with surprising special effects. 

“Fantasmic!” is an emotional extravaganza of colorful Disney-animated film images, choreographed to an exciting musical score and highlighted by the 45-foot-tall, fire-breathing Maleficent dragon. 

 

‘The Real Anthony Fauci’ by Robert F. Kennedy Jr. – Book Review

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In his newest book, The Real Anthony Fauci, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. brings to light some of the most amazing facts about what the world has experienced during the past couple years. Once you read it, you won’t be a sheep anymore, following along with whatever the government tells you to do “for your own sake” but will instead ask questions, check into facts, and think independently about the situations. This book is about how the powers that be manipulated the population into doing things that were, quite honestly, detrimental to our physical and mental lives, and the economy of the world.

This book is filled with comments, facts, details, and graphs that explain what the health czar (aka Fauci) duped the world into doing. His blatant disregard for the truth is unconscionable. The book is a narrative that is backed up with facts.

To be honest, when I began reading the book I was dumfounded and had to go retrieve my yellow highlighter to highlight the statements that were on the printed page. By the end of the day my highlighter was almost out of ink. I’m not being facetious.

Since Fauci came into his power, “the Fauci generation” is now “the sickest generation in American history. (P xxi) The United States was one of the healthiest countries and is now one of the sickest.

Kennedy details how the misrepresentation of facts led to the world believing that the only way out of the pandemic was to have vaccinations. RFK Jr. describes this entire chapter in world history has been manipulated for personal and financial gain by many people who were complicit in duping the public. What bowled me over was the fact that there were many medications readily available that would have helped those who were getting the virus and those who had the virus, which would have helped these patients make a fast recovery. But these pharmaceuticals were intentionally kept out of the public’s reach and were, in many cases, destroyed to keep the narrative of the vaccine panacea front and center around the world.

And let’s not forget about the nursing home debacle that was led by the former New York Governor who is guilty of causing the deaths of many elderly citizens due to his callous guidelines. The guidelines in many states were more harmful to patients than they were helpful. Mr. Kennedy points out that if his elderly mother had contracted the virus there was basically nothing that could be done for her under the guidelines until she reached a critical stage of the disease. Doctors and Big Pharma have known about medicines that have been out in the world for decades and can help in recovery from the virus. But thanks to the guidelines from the powers that be, they were not able to help the population.

President Trump quickly put the two Navy medical ships into operation – one on the East coast and one on the West coast – to help with the containment and treatment of patients. But were they used to their capacity? No. It was more of a political move not to take advantage of the ships and the tents that were constructed for patients.

Make no mistake; politics was at the center of the fight against Covid. And Fauci was not the only person who was complicit in this  situation. Kennedy looks at the role Bill Gates has in the world as well as Big Pharma. Kennedy looks at several doctors who decided to take matters into their own hands for the sake of their patients. Using cocktails of already approved drugs, people were treated and, hold onto your hats, they survived. Early treatment with these established medicines was the key. But the government, and especially Fauci, had ulterior motives, which were part financially motivated as well as ego manipulated. Yes, Kennedy is not a fan of vaccinations, however he does point out in detail how other forms of medications have proven to be useful in the fight against Covid.

While I have disagreed with Mr. Kennedy on several issues, and conversely agreed with him on many issues, this is an eye-opening book that was well researched, well written, thoughtful, and meant to open the eyes of the public. Whether you agree with the vaccinations or not, this is definitely a book that will open your eyes to what has occurred in our country and indeed, the world. After reading the facts, which are presented one after another after another (I told you, you cannot sit down and read it from cover to cover at one sitting), you will see that Mr. Kennedy has uncovered many lies, deceptions, and cruelty that has been perpetrated against the public.

Besides the current pandemic, the book delves into the career Fauci has carved for himself, making him the do-all-and-be-all sage for all things medical. Whether it was HIV/AIDS or whatever Fauci has interjected himself into the causes with horrific results. His ego reaches into the stratosphere. Fauci, through his manipulations, has created mass fear and stress for years, when it comes to illnesses. Kennedy describes the outbreak of the Zika virus, Bird Flu, Swine Flu, and others as he thoughtfully and meticulously looks at Fauci’s approach to the illnesses.

This is not a book dividing democrats and republicans. It is completely bipartisan. There were bad things done on both sides. Do not think that since Mr. Kennedy has been a life-long democrat that this is an anti-republican book. It is not. It is a research document that lays out what we have all been duped into experiencing and hopefully, after reading and educating yourself, you will be wiser and more intent on taking control of your own life.  Whether you are a Fauci fan or not, it is worth your time to read what has been uncovered. I can only say that this is an honest and important book for our time.

  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Skyhorse 
  • Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 480 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1510766804
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1510766808

About the Reviewer

Francine Brokaw writes about products, books, travel, and entertainment. 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, from Sourced Media Books, 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. Follow her on Twitter.

‘Killing Eve’ returns for the last time and explores the question if a soulless killing machine can reinvent herself

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Since its splashy debut in 2018, Killing Eve has been chronicling an endlessly fascinating and bizarre love-hate relationship between a ruthless, attention-seeking assassin, Villanelle (Jodie Comer), and an obsessively curious British Intelligence analyst, Eve (Sandra Oh) and the deadly and soul-crashing ripple effects on their loved ones.

The third season left us hanging on London’s Tower Bridge when the dueling duo walked away from each other, but stopped and turned back for one last glance. Ending the will-they-or-won’t-they dance is a tricky business, but going out with a bang is impossible because you simply can’t please everybody. The fourth and final season of Killing Eve promises “a messy, nuanced, and totally glorious series finale.” We shall see.

In the first three episodes we find disenchanted but purposeful Eve working for a private security firm. Liberated from her incessant curiosity about psychopaths and a boring husband, Eve is almost giddy with glee like a kid who finally gets to sit at the grown-ups’ table. Now that she’s done exploring her darker nature, she is utterly comfortable in her own skin. She is razor focused on tracking down The Twelve, a league of assassins responsible for numerous murders around the world. She is all gung-ho about chopping the head off the monster or die trying; she has nothing to lose!

Carolyn (Fiona Shaw), Eve’s former boss, works in Mallorca as a cultural attaché of the British Embassy and is hell bent on revenging the death of her son Kenny and eradicating evil altogether. Kicked out of MI6 Russian Section, she’s forced to conduct investigations into The Twelve exploiting her ‘old friends.’ This quest for revenge is more personal than ever before so the underlying doom is palpable.

The only one going the opposite direction is none other than Villanelle. Her maddening quest to be a better person for Eve wreaks havoc on innocent people (not her contract killing targets). Just because you badly want something to be real doesn’t make it so. Her childish urgency and obsession on an easy and quick fix is nothing but an anguished cry for help. Abandoned by her own mother and programmed to be a ruthless assassin with flair, she suffers from arrested psychological development. Villanelle has neither the insight into who she is nor a vision for the life she wants.

Can a soulless killing machine reinvent herself? Try as she might, she can never break free of her past and her nature. My mantra — a leopard cannot change its spot — applies here. In a survival of the fittest sense, however, a psychopath like Villanelle without a moral compass certainly has a better chance of winning the game. Having said that there is still an opportunity to prove she has indeed changed if Villanelle dies protecting Eve. How’s that for a messy and totally glorious ending! Not nuanced enough?

Season 4 of Killing Eve premieres Sunday, February 27, 2022 on BBC America and the AMC+. A weekly encore presentation airs on AMC on Mondays, beginning February 28.

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.

‘The King’s Man’ on digital, DVD, and Blu-ray

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The prequel to the Kingsman franchise, The King’s Man, is now available on all formats. Among the stars are Ralph Fiennes, Harris Dickinson, Gemma Arterton, Rhys Ifans, and Djimon Hounsou.

This is the story of the origin of the Kingsman intelligence agency. It explores many facets of history as Orlando Oxford and his son Conrad (Fiennes and Dickinson), joined together in the journey to save democracy and freedom.  The story takes place in the beginning of the 20th century when World War I was ravaging the countries of Europe.

Many evil characters were plotting to take over. Among them was Grigori Rasputin, the close advisor to Czar Nicholas.  The film also delves into the cousins that rule a large part of the world: Czar Nicholas, King George, and Kaiser Wilhelm.

What makes this an interesting story is the depiction of the historical figures. Grand Duchess Anastasia, Queen Victoria, Archduke Ferdinand, all the Czar’s children, Lenin, Woodrow Wilson, and others come into play in the film. While the evil characters are plotting the demise of millions of people, the intelligence agency sorts out the devilish plots and save humanity.

Some of the photography in the film is interesting. It is definitely bloody and not suitable for young viewers, though. It is long (over 2 hours) and rated R.

This is the prequel to the 2014 film Kingsman: The Secret Service and the subsequent 2917 film Kingsman: The Golden Circle. It has some correlations to The Man From U.N.C.L.E. TV series (1964-1968) and subsequent  films in many ways, least of which is the fact that a tailor shop is the front for the organization.

The Kings Man is now available on digital, on DVD, on Blu-ray as well as 4K UHD. Some of the photography in the film is interesting however it is a bit long (over 2 hours). It is definitely bloody and not suitable for young viewers, though. The Kings Man is rated R.

About the Author

Francine Brokaw has been covering all aspects of the entertainment industry for over 25 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, was a longstanding member of the Los Angeles Press Club, and is accredited by the MPAA. Follow her on Twitter.

‘Sonic the Hedgehog 2’ is coming soon

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The world’s favorite blue hedgehog is back for a next-level adventure in Sonic the Hedgehog 2. After settling in Green Hills, Sonic is eager to prove he has what it takes to be a true hero. His test comes when Dr. Robotnik returns, this time with a new partner, Knuckles, in search for an emerald that has the power to destroy civilizations. Sonic teams up with his own sidekick, Tails, and together they embark on a globe-trotting journey to find the emerald before it falls into the wrong hands.

Sonic the Hedgehog 2 comes out April 8, 2022.

Plush Mirabel – Product Review

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The animated film Encanto is taking the world by storm. With its colorful scenery – and casita – as well as the beautiful costumes and endearing story, the movie has become an instant classic for Disney fans. At the heart of the story is Mirabel, a fifteen-year-old girl who is a little different than the rest of her family. They each have special magical powers but Mirabel does not. However even without magic, this little hero manages to save her family and her house.

The new plush doll stands about 18 inches high. Her dress is bright and colorful with beautiful embroidery depicting aspects of the story. Mirabel’s name is embroidered on the waistband and her family name is on her skirt. The background is a rich teal with fuchsia, bright green, orange, yellow, and turquoise embroidery making it exceptionally bright and colorful.

Mirabel’s face has her iconic green glasses embroidered on it and she sports a big, wide smile. Just looking at her it is almost impossible not to smile or feel happy. She is the epitome of happiness.


Her dark hair has some soft ribbon curls framing her face. Her hair is also soft and plush so this doll is appropriate for very young kids. The hair does not need brushing. It can be squished and hugged and not lose its style.

Is she soft and cuddly? Yes to both. And she is larger than many other plush dolls.

The shopDisney website has a singing Mirabel doll as well, and as of this writing the plush is sold out however please check back often to see when it will be back in stock. She is definitely worth waiting for.

This plush Mirabel will brighten up any room, bed, or bookshelf. And young fans of the movie will enjoy sleeping with her as well as taking her in the car on those errands with mom or dad. I can see this happy little doll becoming a child’s best friend. Who can resist the happiness and joy she inspires?

Mirabel is sitting on my desk as I write and whenever I look at her I have to smile. We all need some happiness and joy and Mirabel delivers. And no, Disney is not paying me for this review. I genuinely think this plush is well made, colorful, and inspiring.

About the Reviewer

Francine Brokaw writes about products, books, travel, and entertainment. 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, from Sourced Media Books, 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. Follow her on Twitter.

 

 

Nana – The newest Disney Baby with Pouch – product review

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We all love our plush animals. The Disney Babies Plush in Pouch collection is perfect for ages 0+ because there are no eyes or items that can be pulled off. These 10-inch plush characters represent favorite Disney films and are soft and furry and ready to hug or display.

The newest addition to the collection is baby Nana. She’s the doggy nursemaid to the Darling kids: Wendy, Michael, and John. She’s there when Peter Pan comes to take them to Never Land. Baby Nana represents the adult Saint Bernard (some think she is a Newfoundland) with her little white cap and blue strap with a bow. She looks like she is anxiously waiting to grow up so she can take care of the Darling children.

Baby Nana’s pouch is also soft, with a hidden Velcro closure. This velour fabric depicts Peter Pan, Tinker Bell, Never Land, and Big Ben in a soft lilac colored background. There is a loop on the pouch to easily hang it from a hook or bedpost. Nana’s eyes are expressive and her entire appearance will make you say “aww.” She’s sweet and definitely loveable. Every thing on Nana is embroidered so little fingers won’t be able to tug and pull off items.

Once unhooked, Nana comes out of her pouch and is ready for hugs and play. She is super soft, and even her embroidery is soft. Whether she is tucked into her pouch or on her own, Baby Nana is a huggable little puppy.

Dog lovers, fans of Peter Pan, Disney Babies in Pouch collectors, and those who simply love huggable plush animals will delight with Baby Nana. Wouldn’t it be fun to have a caring dog as a nursemaid? Peter Pan was released in 1953, with several incarnations and spinoffs. This film caught the imaginations of viewers around the world. Now when your family gathers to view the movie again or for the first time, kids can hug Baby Nana and take her off to bed with them.

There are other characters in the Disney Babies in Pouch collection. Check out your favorite…but don’t forget about Nana!

About the Reviewer

Francine Brokaw writes about products, books, travel, and entertainment. 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, from Sourced Media Books, 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. Follow her on Twitter.