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Disney Pixar Sued by Evel Knievel’s Son over Toy Story 4 Production

Tony Abu Momoh Sep 25, 2020 0

Kelly Knievel, the son of late stuntman Evel Knievel is suing Disney and Pixar for using the daredevil character Duke Caboom in the movie, Toy Story 4. The character is based on Evel Knievel real name Robert Craig Kneivel Jnr who was a…

Rising COVID-19 Cases In Florida Cast Shadow Over Tourism, Disney

Emmanuel Okara Jul 13, 2020 0

Florida recorded more than 12,600 new coronavirus cases on Monday, its second-highest daily tally since the outbreak began. SEE ALSO: China To Impose Visa Curbs On US Citizens Over Hong Kong Issues This coincides with the U.S. state’s…

‘The Lion King’ makes one billion dollars under 3 weeks

Anita Eboigbe Jul 31, 2019 0

Disney’s ‘The Lion King’ has crossed the billion-dollar mark after less than 3 weeks in theaters.News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the live-action remake of the 1994 movie features Beyonce, Donald Glover and Chiwetel Ejiofor in…

‘Lion King’ generates $142m overseas, nears $1bn globally

Babajide Awoyinfa Jul 29, 2019 0

Disney’s “The Lion King” remains box office royalty, generating another $142 million at the international box office.Director Jon Favreau’s hyper realistic remake of the animated classic is already the fifth-biggest global release of…

2019’s 12 Months of Cinematographic Goodness: Movies to watch out for in 2019

Maryann Ifeanacho Jan 12, 2019 0

With movies like the Black Panther, Infinity Wars, Gringo, Crazy Rich Asians and Aquaman, 2018 was indeed a good year.However, 2019 is the Messiah we have all been waiting for- film-wise, of course.Numerous trailers telling of…

Nigerians react to Disney Nigerian fairy-tale movie: `Princess Sade’

Maureen Okon Aug 22, 2018 0

Some Nigerians on Wednesday in Abuja commended the new Disney Nigerian fairy-tale princess called `Sade’, presently being produced by Rick Famuyiwa and Co-written by Ola Shokunbi.The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the movie…

Cuppy and Asa recreate Lady and the Tramp Disney Love Scene (photos)

Femi Famutimi Aug 14, 2018 0

Billionaire Femi Otedola's daughter, DJ Cuppy, shared a romantic kiss with Davido's manager, Asa Asika to mark the latter's birthday.The kiss was inspired by Disney's heartwarming 1955 cartoon, Lady and the TrampWe all remember…

Winnie The Pooh Banned From China For Looking Like President

Femi Famutimi Aug 8, 2018 0

Most people know Winnie the pooh as a harmless, silly old bear that was the darling of many children's books and cartoons.But in China, he's persona non-grata as the movie has now been banned due to the alleged resemblance between the…

James Gunn Firing: Dave Bautista ‘Nausated’ by Disney’s Actions

Femi Famutimi Aug 6, 2018 0

Guardians of the Galaxy star, Dave Bautista, has stated that he finds working with Disney 'nauseating' after the mega-company, fired director James Gunn over old tweets.The director of the first two movies, which have enjoyed wide…

Disney to develop African fairytale “Sade’’ with Nigerian producer

News Agency of Nigeria Jul 30, 2018 0

Renowned production studio, Disney, is currently developing an African fairy tale movie “Sade’’ with Nigerian-American producer and director, Rick Famuyiwa.Sade, according to news from Disney over the weekend, will be centered on an…

Thor Ragnarok Smashes 2017 Record In Weekend Debut

The Herald NG Nov 6, 2017 0

Thor Ragnarok, the third installment in the Disney and Marvel series made bank in one of the biggest opening weekends of the year.The action superhero flick starring Chris Hemsworth is expected to clear $121 million in America and…

Apple Reportedly Looking to Buy Disney For Over $200 Billion

Tosin Apr 14, 2017

Over the years, Disney has bought up lots of companies that include Pixar, Lucasfilm, and Marvel making them the biggest powerhouse in Hollywood.Now it looks like Disney could end up being the one that is bought and that buyer is…

Parents Slam Disney Over Homosexual Content In Beauty and the Beast Remake

Owolabi Oluwasegun Mar 2, 2017

Beauty and the Beast as told over the years took a new turn with Disney's little surprise, arguably to reduce the scourged of homophobia, the company had introduced a 'Same-sex surprise' in the movie.The idea however turned out to be…

Kevin Hart to Play Santa Claus in Disney’s New Movie

Onome Agesse Oct 28, 2016

Disney is in negotiations to star Kevin Hart in its upcoming family Christmas comedy: "Dashing Through the Snow."Accorsing to The Hollywood Reporter, the story tells of a New York City detective who is a workaholic and has a strained…

Disney’s Aladdin Also Gets Live-Action Movie

Onome Agesse Oct 11, 2016 0

Guy Ritchie - Writer, Director and Producer known for his crime films especially Sherlock Holmes - is getting close to directing Disney’s upcoming live-action adaptation of the 1992 animated classic, Aladdin.…

Mulan’s Live Action Movie to be released in 2018

Onome Agesse Oct 5, 2016 0

Do you remember Mulan?We are finally going to experience Disney's live-action film for Mulan. The studio announced yesterday that the movie, which is being fast-tracked, is slated for a Nov. 2, 2018, release in theaters.Disney…

How New Disney movie ‘Queen of Katwe’ Lifted An entire Ugandan Town

Femi Famutimi Sep 30, 2016 0

Disney’s “Queen of Katwe” is not just the true story of Ugandan chess champion Phiona Mutesi overcoming overwhelming odds stacked against her; it’s also a rare uplifting tale from the African continent.“God knows there’s an…

Disney remakes Lion King in live action

Onome Agesse Sep 29, 2016 0

Jon Favreau is an American actor, film maker and comedian who has been contacted by Disney to oversee its upcoming live action remake of The Lion King.Favreau already boasts of success modernizing "The Jungle Book" for the studio. He…

Davido And MC Galaxy’s Songs Featured In New Disney Movie

Onome Agesse Sep 23, 2016 0

The new Disney movie, Queen of Katwe, is a American biographical sports drama directed by Mira Nair from a screenplay by William Wheeler.It stars David Oyelowo, Lupita Nyong'o and Madina Nalwanga, the film depicts the life of Phiona…

From Uganda slum to Disney heroine, chess champion inspires girls battling poverty

Femi Famutimi Jul 14, 2016 0

The true story of a teenager from a Ugandan slum who transformed her life from corn seller to international chess player is to make its European premiere at the London Film Festival in October.The Disney movie, "Queen of Katwe", is…

Cars versus Autobots: Disney sues Chinese firms in copyright dispute

Femi Famutimi Jun 22, 2016 0

Walt Disney Co has taken three Chinese firms to court over concerns local animation; ``The Autobots’’ copied elements from Disney's own hit movie; ``Cars’’.The U.S. firm looks to protect its drive into the world's second-largest…

Box Office: Disney’s ‘Zootopia’ Opens Big With $73.7 Million Debut

John Ogunsemore Mar 7, 2016 0

Disney’s “Zootopia” scored the fourth biggest March opening ever, debuting to $73.7 million over the weekend.The animated story about a rabbit who joins the police force ranks as the biggest Disney Animation launch (though not the best…

The Jungle Book, Toy Story 4 and other movies Disney Will Release over the Next 4 Years

Bisi Jan 20, 2016 0

Movie Studio Walt Disney recently announced all the movies it will be releasing before 2019. During the D23 fan convention earlier this year, Disney laid out its theatrical schedule through 2017. And now, the Mouse House has now announced…