Karen Gillan shares a week in the life of Nebula with a behind-the-scenes video of the making of Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3.
If you need a little more Guardians of the Galaxy to get you through the weekend, Karen Gillan has you covered. The actress has posted a fun 25-minute vlog which takes you through a week of Nebula’s life on the recent Marvel movie set. The video finds Karen Gillan explaining the Nebula makeup process, making her way through the set, and shooting scenes. If you haven’t seen the movie, there are a few spoilery moments, so be warned.
“I’ve decided to make this vlog, because I essentially snuck my iPad onto the set of Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 and decided to film all of this behind-the-scenes footage, and I totally got in trouble for doing it,” Karen Gillan said in the introduction. “I haven’t really seen that many behind the scenes Marvel things, but I have to assume I have gotten about as close as you can possibly get to showing how you make one of these movies. I took my camera from first thing in the morning, until the last thing at night, over multiple days, of filming. It was meant to be a day in the life but I enjoyed it so much it turned into a week. I hope that you enjoy this sneaky peek into what it’s like spending the week playing Nebula!“
Although it’s always possible Nebula could return in future Marvel movies, Karen Gillan has said that Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 is likely the final chapter for her character.
The latest installment of the Guardians of the Galaxy franchise finds our beloved band of misfits settling into life on Knowhere. But it isn’t long before their lives are upended by the echoes of Rocket’s turbulent past. Peter Quill, still reeling from the loss of Gamora, must rally his team around him on a dangerous mission to save Rocket’s life—a mission that, if not completed successfully, could quite possibly lead to the end of the Guardians as we know them.
New York City's Premier Three-Day Celebration Showcasing the Abundant History and Impact of African Americans Returns to Brooklyn, NY June 16-18.
Participating Partners for the Juneteenth NY Celebration include Airbnb, Atlantic Terminal Mall, Black Restaurant Coalition, Brooklyn Nets, Brooklyn Navy Yard, The Drivers Cooperative, The Home Depot Foundation, Liberty Coca-Cola Beverages, New York Liberty, NY State of Health, PacSun and Visa
Official Media Broadcast Partner is WABC-TV, the #1 Station in New York and the Most Watched Local Station in the Country
NEW YORK, June 5, 2023 (Newswire.com)
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The 14th Annual Juneteenth NY Celebration - one of New York City's premier and largest annual events commemorating the federally-recognized holiday - is quickly approaching for an exciting and action-packed three-day celebration, kicking off virtually and in-person on Friday, June 16th through June 18th from the epicenter of Black culture and community in Brooklyn, NY.
Juneteenth NY Celebration 2023 is proud to announce their exciting partners and sponsors, both nationally and locally recognized brands, who join in solidarity for the continued efforts to bring awareness and visibility to such an important holiday for Black culture. Juneteenth NY organizers and board would like to thank New York City Mayor Eric L. Adams and his Community Affairs Unit for their assistance and partnership this year. For the entire weekend, transportation to and from all events will be sponsored by our exclusive transportation partner, The Drivers Cooperative (download the app here). Additionally, the Black Restaurant Coalition will be providing food and beverage specials all weekend with special pricing to commemorate the Juneteenth holiday. As previously announced, the official media broadcast partner for the Juneteenth NY Celebration is WABC-TV, the #1 station in New York and the most-watched local station in the country, which includes station-wide media coverage on linear, digital and social platforms.
The Juneteenth NY Celebration was created to empower the Black community, advance the economic and cultural arts in underserved areas, as well as champion small, Black-owned businesses. And this year's sponsors are continuing to enhance the work being done in and around the Black communities in the area and throughout the country. Attendees of the festive three-day celebration will experience the best in Black culture and community with live performances, exhibitions, authentic local cuisine, wellness and other family fun activities. Over the past 14 years, Juneteenth NY has grown and expanded exponentially from a local gathering to a nationally recognized event with this year's attendees expected to reach over 37,000+.
2023 Juneteenth NY Schedule of Events: Friday, June 16th (Day 1)
● Juneteenth NY Celebration will begin the three-day festivities with a free virtual summit from 9am-6pm with topics and conversations from world-class leaders ranging from education and entertainment to healthcare and financial literacy. To register for the free virtual summit, please visit here.
● The Celebration of Black Kings Awards Reception, a private event, will be held at the illustrious Brooklyn Navy Yard. During the annual celebration, Juneteenth NY will honor 28 influential male leaders that have made a significant impact in the New York community through their personal and professional endeavors. Hosted by WABC-7 Anthony Johnson, the signature event will feature honorees, musical performances and much more. The Celebration of Black Kings Awards Reception tickets are 2 for $125, please visit here to purchase tickets. All proceeds will go toward the Destiny Helpers Outreach Inc.
Saturday, June 17th (Day 2)
● The annual Juneteenth Family Fun Day Festival is on Saturday at Linden Park/Gershwin Park in Brooklyn, NY, where locals to the NYC community will gather to enjoy a vibrant day of rich culture through music, dance, poetry, skits, local vendors and fun for the entire family! Our official sports partners, the Brooklyn Nets and New York Liberty, will provide kids' basketball clinics and include performances from their professional dance teams. To register for the Family Fun Day, please visit here.
Sunday, June 18th (Day 3)
● On Sunday, the free Grand Finale Rally and Concert will begin at 9am at the Grand Army Plaza entrance of Prospect Park in Brooklyn, NY, where community members, local businesspeople and more will march towards the main stage with a local marching band to deliver engaging speeches, including New York City Council Member Farah N. Louis and Jump-In Enrichment as well as Sean Williams, CEO of Dad Gang. Juneteenth NY Concert will start at 12pm at the Nethermead area. An anticipated 15,000+ attendees will enjoy musical performances, a fashion show, food trucks, field day and so much more family fun. To register for the Family Fun Day, please visit here.
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About Juneteenth
Juneteenth - also known as "Juneteenth Independence Day" or "Freedom Day" - is a holiday that commemorates the June 19, 1865, announcement of the abolition of slavery in Galveston, Texas, and, more generally, the emancipation of African American slaves throughout the Confederate South. The state official celebration is generally celebrated on June 19th and is now recognized as a national holiday. Juneteenth symbolically serves as a reference point from which to measure and appreciate the progress and contributions made by African Americans to society.
About Juneteenth NY Celebration
Now in its 14th year, the Juneteenth NY Celebration is one of the longest-running events commemorating Juneteenth and the preeminent celebration of the holiday in the Tri-State area. Located in Brooklyn, the first Juneteenth NY Celebration was held in East New York and hosted by George Walker Jr. in 2009 with Umoja Events entrusted to carry on the Celebration in 2011. The Celebration was designed to celebrate and empower the Black community. Each year features a theme that seeks to educate the Black community on its history while also changing the narrative of the devastating impact of slavery.
About WABC-TV New York
WABC-TV has been the leader in local news and entertainment programming in the New York City area for more than 61 years. Producing more than 45 hours of live, local news and weather each week, Channel 7 "Eyewitness News" is the most-watched local news in New York and the United States. WABC-TV also produces "Live with Kelly and Ryan," weekdays at 9:00 a.m., which is seen in more than 200 markets across the U.S. Quality news and programming, cutting-edge technology and ongoing community outreach are the hallmarks of excellence that have consistently kept WABC-TV New York's No. 1 station and the most-watched television station in the nation.
NEW YORK, June 5, 2023 (Newswire.com)
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Free Country, a leading outdoor apparel brand, is proud to announce its partnership with The Fresh Air Fund, a not-for-profit youth development organization, in honor of National Great Outdoors Month. Held annually every June, Great Outdoors Month is a nationwide celebration and invitation for individuals and families to get outside and embrace the beauty of the outdoors.
In alignment with this mission, Free Country will be donating 10% of its sales proceeds to The Fresh Air Fund from Sunday, June 11th, to Saturday, June 17th. This partnership aims to support The Fresh Air Fund's pursuit of providing free life-changing summer experiences in the outdoors to children from underserved communities in New York City. Since its establishment in 1877, The Fresh Air Fund has impacted the lives of more than 1.8 million children, offering them opportunities to explore and connect with nature.
"At Free Country, we believe that the outdoors belongs to all of us. And we want to give everyone the freedom to belong outside, in comfortable clothing for wherever their adventure takes them" said Ira Schwartz, Founder and CEO of Free Country. "By partnering with The Fresh Air Fund during National Great Outdoors Month, we hope to make a positive impact on the lives of underserved children, allowing them to experience the wonders of nature and create lasting memories."
"We are thrilled to join forces with Free Country in celebration of National Great Outdoors Month. This partnership will not only raise crucial funds to support our mission but also shine a spotlight on the importance of outdoor experiences for children from underserved communities," said Lisa Gitelson, CEO of The Fresh Air Fund. "Together, we can unlock the transformative experiences the great outdoors can offer, nurturing the growth, resilience and joy of countless young lives."
To further celebrate National Great Outdoors Month, Free Country will be hosting a month of exciting giveaways. Each Monday in June, three lucky customers from the previous week's orders on FreeCountry.com will be randomly selected to receive a $100 gift card. Additionally, Free Country will run giveaways every weekend on their Instagram page, @freecountryapparel, giving followers a chance to win two $100 gift cards.
About Free Country:
Founded with a mission to provide quality, comfortable outdoor apparel at affordable prices, Free Country has become a trusted brand known for its dedication to outdoor enthusiasts since 1990. With a wide range of stylish and functional clothing for women, men and children, Free Country empowers individuals to embrace the outdoors while feeling comfortable and confident. Headquartered in New York City, the company embodies the spirit of adventure and empowers people to lead a fun, active, outdoor lifestyle, making the outside accessible to all.
About The Fresh Air Fund:
Since 1877, The Fresh Air Fund, a not-for-profit youth development organization, has provided free life-changing summer experiences in the outdoors to more than 1.8 million children from New York City's underserved communities. Young people also participate in year-round leadership, career exploration and educational programs. For more information, visit FreshAir.org.
Contact Information:
Ramiro Pineda
Director of eCommerce [email protected]
212-719-4596
Safety Training Seminars' training programs in Santa Cruz include new and renewal certification courses in CPR, BLS, ACLS, and PALS. Each class offers a flexible blend of online learning components and on-site skills testing. All courses are AHA compliant and result in initial or renewal certification.
ACLS Renewal courses offer initial and renewal certification in Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support. Attendees learn about continuous, high-quality CPR and how to administer it correctly. The program is designed for professionals responding to cardiopulmonary arrest or other cardiovascular emergencies.
CPR & First-aid classes are designed for a wide variety of participants who may respond to emergencies, including teachers, babysitters, grandparents, supervisors, and others. Students learn proper CPR for infants, children, and adults. The courses lead to initial or renewal certification. The course covers choke saving, AED use, bleeding treatment, seizures, EpiPen® administration, burn treatment, and more.
BLS CPR Provider Heartcode courses are offered for new or renewal certification. They help attendees identify and respond to life-threatening emergencies, properly administer chest compressions, perform ventilation, and use AEDs.
PALS Courses are designed for those working in emergency response, emergency medicine, intensive care, and critical care units. Each course is designed to meet the criteria for initial or renewal certification. Pediatric Advanced Life Support courses help attendees recognize emergencies and administer lifesaving treatments in infants and children.
"An emergency situation can arise at any time, and our goal is to equip as many Californians as possible with the lifesaving skills and confidence to react when seconds count," said Laura Seidel, owner of Safety Training Seminars.
Safety Training Seminars has provided crucial courses for certification and lifesaving training since 1989. The woman-owned company offers certification classes in CPR, First Aid, BLS, ACLS, PALS, NRP, and EMSA Childcare. With over 40 locations across Northern California, Safety Training Seminars provides affordable, flexible training in welcoming classrooms furnished with the most up-to-date training resources and equipment. To learn more about Safety Training Seminars and its locations across Northern California, visit www.bayareacpr.org.
Contact Information:
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415-437-1600
Sofia Coppola helms a new Suntory ad starring Keanu Reeves, bringing together the former flames to mark the whisky’s anniversary.
For relaxing times, make it Suntory time. Sofia Coppola has gone back to the renowned Japanese whisky Suntory to direct an ad for its 100th anniversary, with none other than Keanu Reeves leading the way.
In the Suntory ad, we see Keanu Reeves enter a bar as Joan Jett’s cover of “Crimson and Clover” is played on vinyl. From there, Reeves takes a seat with locals and enjoys a pour of the whisky, leading into a montage of various stills and clips, including some from Sofia Coppola’s Lost in Translation.
Sofia Coppola’s 2003 Oscar winner and WGA favorite Lost in Translation of course featured Suntory in one of its best scenes, with Bill Murray’s has-been actor Bob Harris sitting through a spot with a native Japanese director. But the Coppola connection goes back decades before, as her father, Francis Ford Coppola, appeared in a 1980 Suntory ad directed by one of the greatest Japanese filmmakers ever, Akira Kurosawa, a clip of which is featured in Sofia’s commercial.
Suntory singled out director Sofia Coppola in their YouTube write-up, saying, “The Suntory Whisky Anniversary Tribute tells the remarkable story of the brand’s heritage and whisky-making legacy over the last 100 years, depicting the meaning of ‘Suntory Time’ through the eyes of its creator. More than an iconic line in a brilliant film, ‘Suntory Time’ continues to evolve and gain recognition in Japanese whisky culture. Twenty years after the release of Lost in Translation, it is still embraced and echoed across the globe in connection with our world-renowned spirits. It all started with a glass of Hibiki, but today there is a ‘Suntory Time’ for every individual, every occasion, and every friend we meet along the way.”
Sofia Coppola and Keanu Reeves actually dated previously after the latter played Jonathan Harker for her old man in Bram Stoker’s Dracula. Wait, was Coppola fine with Winona Ryder “marrying” Keanu Reeves while filming…? On their Suntory collaboration, Keanu Reeves said, “It was cool [to get] a chance to work with Sofia Coppola and to work with [her brother] Roman Coppola on a kind of short commercial and then a docu-series. It was a really special opportunity…It was wonderful, really wonderful. It was extraordinary to have the opportunity to spend time with people from Suntory, in terms of going to the founding distillery Yamazaki, then going and just meeting master blenders and all the craftspeople.” And that, dear readers, is how you get a lifetime supply of one of the tastiest whiskys on the market.
What do you think of Sofia Coppola’s Suntory ad featuring Keanu Reeves? It’s OK, you can tell us: what’s your go-to whisk(e)y?
Sustained acoustic medicine delivered by wearable ultrasound device and topical diclofenac patch reduced patients' pain and improved clinical outcomes beyond traditional patient care.
TRUMBULL, Conn., June 5, 2023 (Newswire.com)
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A new clinical study in the January Global Journal of Orthopedics Research shows that, for those who saw no improvement from physical therapy alone, ZetrOZ Systems' sustained acoustic medicine device (sam®), in combination with common topical diclofenac, reduces pain and restores health in patients with acute and chronic injuries to the shoulder, elbow, leg, and foot.
The study examined the results of long-duration sonophoresis (LDS) and the use of ultrasound to enhance the movement of medications into tissue, involving 135 patients at Yale-New Haven Health System and Sport and Orthopaedic Physical Therapy in Connecticut undergoing physical therapy for a variety of acute and chronic injuries and whose pain did not respond to physical therapy for four weeks or more.
Researchers found that patients in all age groups reported their pain decreased significantly and they felt healthier and more capable.
"Both the clinical research and daily patient real-world outcomes demonstrate that sam® helps people heal faster and improve the quality of their everyday lives," said Dr. George Lewis, founder and CEO of ZetrOZ. "This new research shows another way that sam® with topical diclofenac can improve treatment for soft tissue injuries and other conditions, by activating healing for multiple hours each day."
The new study involved sam® treatment in combination with the medication diclofenac, which together reduces inflammation and pain and is used to treat injuries to joints, muscles, and bones. Typically diclofenac can be taken orally or applied topically, but both methods can be problematic. Long-term use of oral diclofenac sodium can lead to gastrointestinal bleeding and other adverse effects while the effectiveness of topical diclofenac cream is limited because of the messy application and limited absorption.
ZetrOZ's sam® is a wearable ultrasound device that delivers continuous therapy for up to four hours. The long-duration ultrasound activates cellular proliferation and generates deep heat, convection, and vasodilation, which "potentially enhances the localized drug delivery," the researchers said.
In the study, the sam® device with 2.5% diclofenac was applied to the shoulder, elbow, lower hamstring, and plantar fascia of the patients. The patients reported that the device was easy to use at home, and 100% of patients said they would be willing to keep using the device.
In addition, 98.5% of patients reported that the long-duration ultrasound improved musculoskeletal injury care. Before the study, patients reported an average pain score of 6.88 on a 10-point scale, indicating moderate to severe pain. After the treatment, patients reported that most of their pain had been eliminated, with a 4.44-point reduction to the original score.
Patients also were asked to assess how much their health had changed, on a scale of -7 ("a very great deal worse") to 7 ("a very great deal better"). The average response was 4.85, indicating the patients perceived a significant health improvement.
Patients of all ages reported improved pain and health, with younger patients reporting the greatest benefits. The degree of improvement varied by type of injury but was positive and significant across all injuries, the researchers found.
"LDS may be easily integrated into patient care to reduce the pain and accelerate the healing process," the researchers concluded. The study had a high treatment satisfaction rate, showing the ease of use of the at-home treatment option for patients.
ZetrOZ Systems is leading healing innovations in sports medicine, developing wearable bioelectronic devices for the delivery of sustained acoustic medicine (sam®). Researched and funded by the federal government, ZetrOZ is built on the proprietary medical technology of +46 patents and is the exclusive manufacturer and developer of the sam® product line, which is designed for the treatment of acute and chronic musculoskeletal conditions.
SINGAPORE, June 5, 2023 (Newswire.com)
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EveLab Insight, a leader in AI skin analysis, announces the preliminary findings from a collaborative study under the Joint Laboratory for Skin Analysis & Digital Standardization (Lab-SADS). The study of 431,321 participants, the most extensive of its kind to date, utilized the skin analysis platform Eve M to identify key inflection points of wrinkle development and severity. This marks a significant step forward in using AI to understand skin aging.
Visible signs of aging, such as wrinkles, have been central to the scientific study of skin aging and are a key component of the multibillion-dollar skincare industry. However, the extent and speed at which these signs occur has not been fully understood.
Utilizing an EveLab Insights AI skin analysis platform, Eve M, researchers at Lab-SADS were able to accurately quantify facial wrinkle phenotypes and understand the progression of skin aging at a more granular level across multiple regions of the face.
In a study titled "Identification the inflection points of wrinkle types in a large-scale population study of 431,321 subjects,"released at the 2023 meeting of the International Societies of Investigative Dermatology (ISID), Lab-SADS researchers analyzed eight wrinkle-related skin-aging traits and developed polynomial regression models to estimate aging rates.
Early findings of this research revealed the severity of smile-related expression lines, such as crow's feet and nasolabial folds, begin to rapidly increase at an early age, 23-24 years old, but then stabilize as women mature into their early 50s. In contrast, wrinkles associated with expressions of anger or sadness, such as marionette lines, frown lines, and lacrimal sulcus, tend to appear later, around age 30, and do not stabilize until the late 50s.
Although a more complete analysis of the data sets is necessary before reaching final conclusions, these early findings offered a glimpse of new methods to quantify skin aging.
"The joint study has the potential to significantly enhance our understanding of skin aging characteristics," said Fudi Wang, Principal Research Scientist at EveLab Insight and co-author of the study. "EveLab Insight has played a crucial role in the experiment by providing precise and stable quantitative AI skin detection technology."
The findings were showcased at the prestigious International Society for Investigative Dermatology (ISID) 2023 meeting in Japan, where top dermatologists, scientists, and industry experts from across the globe gathered to witness the unveiling of world-class scientific research achievements.
"This research offers unprecedented insights into the timing and progression of wrinkle development," said EveLab Insight General Manager Eagle Lee. "These findings will have profound implications for the development of personalized skin aging protection and skin rejuvenation strategies."
The team's detailed analysis and identification of wrinkle development inflection points provided a critical foundation for future skincare research and product development. By enhancing the understanding of skin aging, this study paves the way for more effective and targeted skincare solutions in the future.
Kidoodle.TV, the Safe Streaming™ service, launches its "Summer Spotlight Series" on June 5 with co-viewing content that leans into crafts, magic, dance, and more.
CALGARY, Alberta, June 5, 2023 (Newswire.com)
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In an effort to combat screen time concerns in many households during the summer break, Kidoodle.TV is bringing families its "Summer Spotlight" series. The Top Ten list will help kids and parents connect this summer with a best-in-class curation of content that is educational, entertaining, and craft-driven, providing interactive activities that offer great opportunities for families into summer.
"Kidoodle.TV has always put families first," said Brenda Bisner, Chief Content Officer at A Parent Media Co., Inc., the owners of the Safe Streaming service for kids and families globally. "Every single second of content is reviewed by real humans, and this offering for our "Summer Spotlight" series will showcase some great co-viewing favorites that are fun for everyone and give experiential ways to learn and play together as a family."
As part of the "Summer Spotlight" series this year, we feature "Happy Camper Live," the wildly popular show that comes to us direct from a great real-life camp, allowing for kids and families to experience summer camp from their home, with counselors teaching arts and crafts, sports and fun and games to kids.
"We are thrilled to introduce Happy Camper Live's series: 365 Days of Camp, bringing the classic summer camp experience directly to families worldwide through KidoodleTV," says Allison Miller, founder of HappyCamperLive.com. "It's an honor to be included in the Summer Spotlight." With real counselors and coaches, kids can experience hundreds of activities like arts and crafts, sports, magic, cooking, theater and much more from anywhere.
Miller brings her 25-year veteran camp director experience and passion to this new series, providing kids with the opportunity to explore and develop their passions through the fun and creativity of summer camp throughout the year.
Happy Camper Live and the whole Summer Spotlight series will launch on Kidoodle.TV's FAST channels and as a category on its streaming service on June 5.
Kidoodle's Top Ten Summer Shows include:
Happy Camper Live: 365 Days of Camp - Bringing the magic of summer camp right to you, this show offers hundreds of activities to try and helps kids feel what it's like to go to camp with friends.
5-Minute Crafts - Every episode of 5-minute Crafts provides dozens of helpful ideas for craft projects that empower families to solve everyday problems with creative, simple solutions.
GrooveOn1 - GrooveOn1 is a dance show that lets you learn new dance moves, or just sit back and enjoy. Let Ryan, Taylor and Reese walk you through the steps of urban dance styles, and then join in with them!
Junk Drawer Magic - Fun co-hosts Akira and Walker teach you how to make and perform amazing magic tricks with just the ordinary objects you find in that kitchen junk drawer.
Life Hacks for Kids - Kids teach kids how to use ordinary things you have at home to decorate a room, make old clothes new again, and much more in this clever, crafty show.
Danny Go! - With a mix of music, silliness and learning, this show helps children become confident in their creativity.
KIDZ BOP - KIDZ BOP, the biggest name in pop music for kids, features today's biggest hits "sung by kids for kids" in short videos that will get kids and parents up and dancing and singing along.
The Great Wolf Pack - This group of animated forest friends is always ready to help those in need, no matter how swampy, snowy, or scary the adventures become.
Guinness World Records - With this series of short videos, let certified world record holders teach you how to do fun tricks, from yo-yos to juggling to bottle-flipping and more.
ChefClub Kids - Help your kids learn to love cooking with a show about experimenting with new flavors, and making yummy foods.
Kidoodle.TV is available in more than 160 countries and territories and is accessible on more than 1,000 devices. Kidoodle.TV does not collect any personally identifiable information from any child and is a recipient of the kidSAFE+ COPPA Seal. Kidoodle.TV is the winner of the Mom's Choice Award, Parent Tested, Parent Approved Award, Best Mobile App Award, and Stevie Award (Family & Kids category).
Join the Kidoodle.TV Safe Streaming™ family on kidoodle.tv, or download the app and start watching for free today.
About APMC and Kidoodle.TV®
Kidoodle.TV® is a family-focused Safe Streaming™ service committed to ensuring children have a safe alternative to stream their favorite TV shows and movies. Available in over 160 countries and territories on thousands of connected devices, Kidoodle.TV provides peace of mind with every show available on Kidoodle.TV strictly vetted by caring people committed to Safe and Free Streaming for Kids™. Kidoodle.TV is available on iOS, Android, Apple TV, Fire TV, LG, Samsung, VIDAA-enabled Hisense TVs, Chromecast, Roku, Vizio SmartCast, Amazon, Jio, Xfinity X1, Connected TVs, HTML5 Web, and many other streaming media devices. Kidoodle.TV is owned and operated by A Parent Media Co. Inc., a family-based company. Kidoodle.TV is certified by the kidSAFE® Seal Program and is the proud recipient of the Mom's Choice Award®, a Stevie® Award, platinum winner of the Best Mobile App Award, and Parents' Picks Award - Best Elementary Products. Visit www.kidoodle.tv to learn more. *Content availability varies by location.
Some cliche somewhere said that ‘a picture is worth a thousand words.’ This has proven to be the case for me and especially when it comes to fan art. I have always sought out great fan art and have wanted to share it with as many people as possible. “Awesome Art We’ve Found Around The Net” is the outlet for that passion. In this column, I will showcase the kick-ass artwork of some great artists, with the hopes that these artists get the attention they deserve. That’s the aim. If you have any questions or comments, or even suggestions of art or other great artists, feel free to contact me at any time at [email protected].
The Little Mermaid is expected to take in around $105 Million for its opening weekend while its 4-day total could exceed $125 Million.
After a solid $10.3 million haul in Thursday previews, it looks like Disney’s live action remake/ re-imagining/ re-whatever is going to land at around $105 million for the 3-day weekend with the full 4-day holiday haul likely to exceed $125 million, falling nearly in-line with our predictions. A pretty decent opening weekend, although far from the highs of a Lion King ($191.7 million opening) or Beauty and the Beast ($174.7 million) but higher than the $91.5 million taken in by 2019’s live action Aladdin and far better than the straight to streaming Pinocchio from last year that starred Tom Hanks, was directed by Robert Zemeckis and still managed to be incredibly disappointing (to me at least).
This new version of The Little Mermaid was actually pretty good. It took the original and made it feel more epic which is basically all I want from these live action updates, of course that isn’t to say that I liked it better than the original classic, I didn’t, or that it wasn’t without its faults, as a lot of the added bits just felt completely unneeded. But overall, I enjoyed my time watching the film, even if it wasn’t a 100% faithful adaptation (where was that infamous priest scene?!) Halle Bailey was perfectly cast as Ariel. I know her casting has gotten a lot of chatter on the internet, but with the exception of us here at Joblo and of course our loyal readers, the internet is full of a bunch of… well anyway! Bailey’s voice was absolutely phenomenal, belting out the classic songs while her entire performance and demeanor in the film conveyed the innocence that was needed for the literal fish out of water tale. Critical reception for the film is mixed right now with most echoing what I said about it being an enjoyable film with great performances but a bit overlong with the added material (check out our own Chris Bumbray’s 6/10 review here).
Second place belongs to Family as Fast X is looking to take a pretty noticeable drop in its second week with what, as of right now, is looking like a near 70% decline from its already soft opening with just under $22 million. For what its worth, these movies are absolutely ridiculous, but I have been along for the ride since day one and will be until they stop making them. They are Ludacris (misspelling and pun intended) but entertaining as hell. To go from boosting DVD players to being international spies with superhuman level strength who are essentially immortal, that’s pretty impressive. Jason Momoa is definitely the best villain the series has seen by far because he just seems to be chewing every inch of scenery there is, and having a blast while doing it. I know you aren’t supposed to love the bad guy, but Momoa is just so damn good that it’s hard not to hope one day he can say grace at the family barbecue (and the way these films go, that is a very real possibility).
Third and fourth place are going to the Chris Pratt double bill of Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 with just over $20 million and The Super Mario Bros. Movie with just over $6 million while fifth place looks to be the Bert Kreischer led film The Machine opposite Luke Skywalker himself, Mark Hamill with just over $6 million (you can check out our own Alex Maidy’s 8/10 review here). That is actually a flip from what I thought would happen as I felt the Sebastian Maniscalco film About My Father opposite Robert DeNiro would play better, but that one is faltering with just under $4 million for the 3-day weekend. I actually saw About My Father yesterday and found it to be a perfectly fine, if nothing overly special, way to kill an hour and a half. It played in the vein of a Meet The Parents or Wedding Crashers but just wasn’t on that same level of those classic films (you can check out Alex Maidy’s 6/10 review here).
Seventh and eighth place go to another pair of new releases as the Gerard Butler starring Kandahar will open around $2 million while the Julia Louis-Dreyfus film You Hurt My Feelings, which was a solid hit at this years Sundance Film Festival, is looking at around $1 million. The difference being that Kandahar was a wide release at over 2100 screens while You Hurt my Feelings was limited to just over 900, so in tickets sold, You Hurt My Feelings is actually the winner.
Have you made it to theaters yet this weekend or is it still on your list of things to do? Let us know in the comments and don’t forget to check back tomorrow when we have a full run down of this weekend’s box office numbers.
