On January 3, activist hedge funds ValueAct Capital and Blackwells Capital expressed their support for Walt Disney Co (DIS.N) as the company faces a board challenge from activist investor Trian Fund Management. This development adds a unique twist to the ongoing battle for Disney’s board, highlighting the significant stakes involved in the company’s turnaround efforts […]
In a poignant development, the remains of Sandra Lemire, who had been missing for a staggering 12 years, have seemingly been located in a minivan discovered submerged in a small retention pond near Walt Disney World. This discovery follows Lemire’s mysterious disappearance in 2012 after she left a restaurant in Kissimmee, Florida, never to be […]
A recent lawsuit filed against Disney by an employee, referred to as Jane Doe, sheds light on disturbing allegations of a pervasive culture of sexual misconduct and cover-up within the company. The legal complaint, submitted in Los Angeles Superior Court, accuses Disney of concealing the alleged pattern of sexual misconduct by Nolan Gonzales, a former […]
Is the phrase ‘comparison is the thief of joy’ resonating with Walt Disney World visitors? It might be time for them to shift their perspective and embrace the park’s constant evolution. Disney’s theme parks, particularly The Walt Disney World Resort in Orlando, Florida, are always evolving. Changes come and go, yet visitors often express surprise […]
The biography titled ‘An American Original’ delves into Walt Disney’s Irish roots, shedding light on a lesser-known aspect of the iconic figure’s heritage. While the Disney name was once common in Ireland during the 1600s to the 1800s, it’s in Kilkenny that a rich family history emerges, dating back to the early 1600s. The Disney […]
Join Kumail Nanjiani in the role of Mack Mallard, the anxiety-ridden father of the adventurous Mallard family, as Illumination’s latest animated spectacle, Migration, takes flight. Directed by the Oscar-nominated filmmaker Benjamin Renner, the movie promises a perfect blend of humor and heart, reminiscent of Illumination’s past hits like The Super Mario Bros. Movie, Minions, Despicable […]
Illumination Entertainment, the renowned animation studio celebrated for its blockbuster franchises like Despicable Me and Minions, is facing an unexpected setback with the release of its newest animated feature, Migration. This film, centered around a family of ducks navigating the challenges of getting lost in New York on their way to Jamaica, has unfortunately earned […]
I approached Migration with little expectation, as the initial teaser heavily relied on clips from Illumination’s other films, such as Despicable Me, The Secret Life of Pets, and The Super Mario Bros Movie. The promotional use of Pharrell Williams’s “Just a Cloud Away” from Despicable Me 2 further tempered my expectations. When a movie emphasizes […]
The latest animated offering from Illumination, featuring the vocal talents of Kumail Nanjiani and Elizabeth Banks, has achieved a noteworthy milestone in the global box office arena. The year 2023 witnessed Universal Studios reclaiming the title of the most successful studio—a feat not accomplished since 2015. While major contributors to this triumph included blockbuster releases […]
Following a somewhat lackluster opening weekend, the animated film “Migration” has managed to stage a noteworthy comeback by surpassing a significant global box office milestone. Produced by Illumination Entertainment, the acclaimed studio behind mega-hits like Despicable Me and Minions, “Migration” unfolds the captivating story of an anxious duck family embarking on an unexpected adventure in […]