The Magician’s Elephant: Exclusive Interview with Director Wendy Rogers and Producer Julia Pistor

The Magician’s Elephant: Exclusive interview with Director Wendy Rogers and Producer Julia Pistor

Some films leave a lasting impression…

My family recently screened, “The Magician’s Elephant.” This is a beautiful film that you don’t want to miss! It is a story about hope, family, and resilience.

Check out our exclusive interview with the Director Wendy Rogers and Producer Julia Pistor.

Watch “The Magician’s Elephant” with your entire family today!

SYNOPSIS:

When young Peter, who is searching for his long-lost sister, crosses paths with a fortune teller in the market square, there is only one question on his mind: is his sister still alive? The answer — that he must follow a mysterious elephant — sets Peter off on a remarkable journey to complete three seemingly impossible tasks that magically change the face of his town forever. THE MAGICIAN’S ELEPHANT is based on Newbery Award-winning author Kate DiCamillo’s classic novel.

Quote from the Director Wendy Rogers:

“It is my honor to introduce you to The Magician’s Elephant, a joyful animated reimagining of Kate DiCamillo’s prize-winning novel. Our film follows optimistic young Peter on a quest to find his sister – an adventure that involves achieving three impossible tasks and an unexpected elephant encounter. Combining Martin Hynes’ comedic and thoughtful script with the well-respected experience of producer Julia Pistor, The Magician’s Elephant was a wonderful privilege to create as my directorial debut. I am forever grateful for our brilliant crew at Netflix and Animal Logic that collectively designed and crafted a beautiful, surreal yet tangible world in which our compellingly layered and diverse cast of characters flourishes. I could not have asked for a more emotionally fulfilling story to tell in partnership with such talented filmmakers and voice actors.

I hope you will enjoy the cinematic journey into our fabled world, and be inspired by Peter’s grit, determination and belief that anything is possible: his spirit has strong resonance for our present day, a time in which we must not only believe that the world can be different, but that we must take action to make positive change! “- Wendy Rogers

NETFLIX: Ginny & Georgia Season 2 Interview with Cast

Ginny & Georgia. (L to R) Chelsea Clark as Norah, Sara Waisglass as Maxine Baker in episode 201 of Ginny & Georgia. Cr. Amanda Matlovich/Netflix © 2022

NETFLIX: Ginny & Georgia Season 2 Interview with Cast

Last month, we interviewed Brianne Howey, Antonia Gentry, Felix Mallard and Sara Waisglass for Ginny and Georgia. We love this series so much, and are excited to share that you can stream season 2 TODAY on Netflix!

Check out our interview below!

There is sooo much to look forward to this season you don’t want to miss out! If you haven’t see the show you can go back and stream season 1!

About

How do you live with the knowledge that your mother is a murderer? That’s what Ginny is going to have to figure out. Burdened with the new understanding that Kenny – her step-dad – didn’t die of natural causes, now Ginny must deal with the fact that Georgia not only killed, she killed to protect Ginny.

Georgia on the other hand would much prefer that the past be left in the past, after all, she’s got a wedding to plan! But the funny thing about Georgia’s past is that it never stays buried for long..

Ginny & Georgia. (L to R) Scott Porter as Mayor Paul Randolph, Brianne Howey as Georgia in episode 206 of Ginny & Georgia. Cr. Courtesy of Netflix © 2022

Creator/Executive Producer: Sarah Lampert

Showrunner/Executive Producer: Debra J. Fisher (Alias, Criminal Minds, Being Mary Jane) 

Executive Producers: Debra J. Fisher, Sarah Lampert, Jeff Tahler, Jenny Daly, Holly Hines, Daniel March, Lance Samuels, Daniel Iron and Armand Leo

Writer/Executive Producer: Angela Nissel (206)

American Underdog: Exclusive Interview with Actor Hayden Zaller

American Underdog: Exclusive Interview with Actor Hayden Zaller

Last week, Queen Bee Latina spoke to actor Hayden Zaller to talk about his role in the new film, “American Underdog.”. Hayden stars as Zach Warner, the adopted son of Kurt Warner. This is Zaller’s break out role that took him straight to the red carpet.

This adorable 11 year old starts along Zachary Levi. The back story is, he is son to Brenda Warner’s son Zach was visually impaired due to a traumatic brain injury as an infant. Zaller is extremely talented and perfectly matched his role in this new film that was released in December 2021.

This film is NOW available on DVD, On Demand, BLU-RAY, and 4k Ultra HD!

Thank you Lionsgate or partnering on the post. All opinions are my own.

Watch the official trailer here:

Synopsis

The inspirational true story of Kurt Warner, who overcomes years of challenges and setbacks to become a two-time NFL MVP, Super Bowl champion, and Hall of Fame quarterback. Just when his dreams seem all but out of reach, it’s only with the support of his wife, Brenda, and the encouragement of his family, coaches and teammates that Warner perseveres and finds the strength to show the world the champion that he already is.

American Underdog is moving and truly inspirational. It’s an NFL fairytale worth watching with the entire family!

American Underdog is a 2021 American biographicalsports film about National Football League (NFL) quarterback Kurt Warner. Directed by Andrew and Jon Erwin, the film follows Warner’s journey as an undrafted player who ascended to winning Super Bowl XXXIV. It stars Zachary Levi as Warner alongside Anna Paquin as his wife Brenda and Dennis Quaid as St. Louis Rams head coach Dick Vermeil.

Space Jam: A New Legacy Hits Theaters & HBO Max July 16th

Where are all my Loony Tunes fans?

As a kid growing up in the 80’s, I remember getting up early in the mornings to turn on the tube. I would sit in the kitchen with a bowl of Apple Jax, and watch my favorite cartoons. Some of favorite cartoon shorts featured characters including Bugs Bunny, Daffy Duck, Porky Pig, Sylvester, Tweety, Road Runner, Wile E. Coyote, Elmer Fudd, Yosemite Sam, Taz, Marvin the Martian, Beaky Buzzard and my all time favorite Speedy Gonzales!

So when Warner Bros called invited us to screen Space Jam: A New Legacy, and celebrate the film with an incredible interactive experience, we were beside ourselves! I realized that this film would bring back some of my childhood memories and give my family an opportunity to enjoy an afternoon of shooting hoops.

Disclosure: Thank you Warner Bros Pictures for inviting us to screen Space Jam: A New Legacy. All opinions are my own.

After screening this film, we hit a special pop-up Space Jam experience and explored the ServerVerse, played games, took photos, met Bugs Bunny and Lola Bunny!

Synopsis:

Superstar LeBron James and his young son, Dom, get trapped in digital space by a rogue AI. To get home safely, LeBron teams up with Bugs Bunny, Daffy Duck and the rest of the Looney Tunes gang for a high-stakes basketball game against the AI’s digitized champions of the court — a powered-up roster called the Goon Squad.

Watch Trailer Here…

NBA Lakers super star LeBron James takes on a role of a loving father who like many of us, wants his children to follow in his footsteps. His son Cedric (Dom James) however, wants a different path. The new film has a great message for both parents and kids!

My takeaway was, that we as parents should support our children’s dreams, and help them be the best version of themselves. I love this!

This family fun film offers entertaining moments that adults can enjoy with their children.

Check out Space Jam: A New Legacy in theaters and HBO Max July 16th!

#Loki NOW Streaming on Disney Plus

Marvel fans!

The God of Mischief has his very own new series. #Loki is NOW Streaming on Disney Plus! Drew and I took an early look at the first two episodes, and it will not disappoint viewers. The special effects, the storyline is just spectacular. I won’t give you any spoilers, but you gotta watch it!

We have a great fascination with Loki. Tom Hiddleston, ( I have a mad crush on him) masterfully portrays his character in this new series. Not only naturally, but intellectually. His character development is brilliant ! We can’t wait to see what’s in store in the rest of the upcoming episodes of Loki.

ABOUT

This NEW Disney+ series can be streamed today! 

Marvel Studios’ “Loki” features the God of Mischief as he steps out of his brother’s shadow in a new Disney+ series that takes place after the events of “Avengers: Endgame.” Tom Hiddleston returns as the title character, joined by Owen Wilson, Gugu Mbatha-Raw, Sophia Di Martino, Wunmi Mosaku and Richard E. Grant. Kate Herron directs “Loki,” and Michael Waldron is head writer.

The first episode of Marvel Studios’ #Loki is now available. Watch new episodes every Wednesday on Disney Plus.

Episode 1- “Glorious Purpose”

Loki is arrested by the Time Variance Authority when he creates a new timeline after escaping from the Battle of New York with the Tesseract in 2012.  The TVA resets the timeline, and this “variant” Loki stands trial in front of Judge Ravonna Renslayer at the TVA’s headquarters for crimes against the “Sacred Timeline.” Loki blames the Avengers for creating this situation by traveling back in time, but Renslayer says their actions were meant to happen, unlike Loki’s escape

Episode 2- “The Variant”

Loki joins a TVA mission following an ambush by the fugitive Variant of Loki in 1985 Oshkosh, Wisconsin. He wants assurance that the TVA will let him meet the Time Keepers instead of disintegrating him, but Mobius figures out that he is stalling.

Jingle Jangle: A Christmas Journey a New Netflix Holiday Classic

The holidays have been difficult this year, with quarantine among us. Our family has done little things to try and get into the Christmas spirit, which includes excessive cookie making, an extremely large hot cocoa consumption, and movie binging. Jingle Jangle: A Christmas Journey is a delightful way to get into the Christmas Spirit. This holiday season, my son and I had the amazing opportunity to interview this talented cast, while also prescreening the film.

Jingle Jangle: A Christmas Journey hits select theaters and streaming on Netflix November 13th!

About Jingle Jangle: A Christmas Journey

A musical adventure and a visual spectacle for the ages, Jingle Jangle: A Christmas Journey is a wholly fresh and spirited family holiday event. Set in the gloriously vibrant town of Cobbleton, the film follows legendary toymaker Jeronicus Jangle (Academy Award winner Forest Whitaker) whose fanciful inventions burst with whimsy and wonder. But when his trusted apprentice (Emmy winner Keegan-Michael Key) steals his most prized creation, it’s up to his equally bright and inventive granddaughter (newcomer Madalen Mills) — and a long-forgotten invention — to heal old wounds and reawaken the magic within.

JINGLE JANGLE: A CHRISTMAS JOURNEY (2020) John Legend and Madalen Mills on the set of Jingle Jangle: A Christmas Journey. Cr.Gareth Gatrell/NETFLIX

From the imagination of writer-director David E. Talbert, Jingle Jangle: A Christmas Journey reminds us of the strength of family and the power of possibility. Featuring original songs by John Legend, Philip Lawrence, Davy Nathan, and “This Day” performed by Usher and Kiana Ledé.

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Here is the audio interview with:

  • Director David E. Talbert and Producer Lyn Sisson-Talbert paired
  • Madalen Mills, Kieron Dyer, and Lisa Davina Phillip paired

After watching this movie on repeat, sometimes I catch my son humming the tunes from the movie while completing his daily routine, and sometimes…I sing along. This charming film follows a classic theme, while beautifully achieving a long overdue diverse cast. Here’s what this phenomenal cast and director had to ay about the film.

The Bravest Knight is Now Streaming on Hulu

Written By: Clarissa Elyse Camacho

Growing up, I rarely saw little girls in cartoons that resembled me. I had broomstick hair, brown colored skin, and jet black eyes. I also don’t remember seeing other people of color, LGBQ+ families, or people with disabilities. Sadly, that’s just how it’s always been.

Last week, we spoke to voiceover talent TR Knight (Sir Cedric) and Storm Reid (Nia) from the new Hulu original children show, The Bravest Knight.

The new series “The Bravest Knight” is breaking boundaries, featuring a household with two dads (Sir Cedric and Prince Andrew), making it one of the first children’s television series with an openly gay main character. Following the inspiring and perseverant former pumpkin farmer, Sir Cedric, now grown and married to the prince of his dreams, “The Bravest Knight”recounts personal tales of his journey. Sir Cedric shares his story with his adopted 10-year-old daughter Nia, on how he transformed from day-time farmer to full-fledged knight. Nia, who is training to become a brave knight herself, learns important values such as honor, justice and compassion; proving that knighthood is much more than slaying dragons.  

The Bravest Knight — “Cedric & the Cave” — Nia is taught how to track in the woods as she hears the tale of Cedric and Grunt hiding from a Yeti in a mountainside cave. By being resourceful, they are able to
escape the beast and find the secret to its anger. (Photo courtesy of Hulu)

The show boasts a star-studded cast including T.R. Knight as “Sir Cedric,” Bobby Moynihan as young Cedric’s troll sidekick “Grunt,” Storm Reid as Not-Yet-Knight “Nia,” and will also feature the voice talents of RuPaul, Christine Baranski, Wanda Sykes, Wilson Cruz, Teri Polo, Steven Weber, Donna Murphy, AJ McLean, Dot-Marie Jones, Maz Jobrani, Chance Hurstfield and more.  The Bravest Knight’s opening theme song was written and performed by Grammy-nominated musician, songwriter and activist Justin Tranter.

Unfortunately, our marginalized communities have learned to grow without representation. However, things have changed with the new Hulu original The Bravest Knight! In this new show, not only do we follow a young African American lead, but she has same sex parents. Throughout the series, Storm Reid said we will see conclusions centralized around love, acceptance, and empowerment. I absolutely LOVE this!

This is a wonderful stepping stone for LBGTQ+ visibility, and the normalization of two partner parents. The 4.5% of Americans that identify as queer, deserve to see themselves as leaders, parents, teachers, politicians, doctors, or literally anything they want on television. This new show will subtly normalize what has been prohibited for so long, while also representing a strong African American, female lead. Bravo Hulu!

The Bravest Knight — “Cedric & the Green Leaf” — Nias jousting lesson turns into the story of Sir Cedrics first tournament as a Not-Yet-Knight, and the folly of underestimating your opponent. (Photo courtesy of Hulu)

This new heartwarming show is great for kids and has wonderful life lessons. Stream it with your kids on Hulu today!

Clarissa Elyse is an actress, model, published author, and a passionate Latina activist. Follow her on Instagram @ClarissaECamacho