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‘Who Framed Roger Rabbit’ Anniversary Reunion to be Held April 4 in Beverly Hills

The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences will present a new digital restoration of Who Framed Roger Rabbit in celebration of the film’s 25th anniversary on Thursday, April 4, at 7:30 pm at the Samuel Goldwyn Theater in Beverly Hills. The evening will feature a post-screening onstage discussion with director Robert Zemeckis and members of the cast and crew, including actress Joanna Cassidy, voice actor Charles Fleischer, supervising animator Andreas Deja, screenwriter Peter S. Seaman and associate producers Don Hahn and Steve Starkey. The panel will be moderated by director Rich Moore, who received an Oscar® nomination for Animated Feature Film for Wreck-It Ralph this past year.

A masterful blend of live-action filmmaking and classic animation, Who Framed Roger Rabbit boldly announced the rebirth of the Disney animation studio. The film endures as an inventive tribute to animation’s golden age that also set a new standard for what the medium could achieve.

“Roger Rabbit brought together the greatest animators, the most skilled technicians, and the finest talent of the day,” said Zemeckis. “It’s good to have this chance to show our work to both those who remember the film as well as to a new audience.”

Who Framed Roger Rabbit (1988) received Oscars® for Film Editing, Sound Effects Editing and Visual Effects, and a Special Achievement Award for Richard Williams’s animation direction. It also was nominated for Art Direction, Cinematography and Sound.

This digital restoration is provided courtesy of the Walt Disney Studios. The Disney restoration team used the original 35mm picture, VistaVision optical work and original sound elements to create this pristine digital version.

Tickets for Who Framed Roger Rabbit are $5 for the general public and $3 for Academy members and students with a valid ID, and may be purchased online at oscars.org, in person at the Academy box office, or by mail. The Samuel Goldwyn Theater is located at 8949 Wilshire Boulevard in Beverly Hills. Doors open at 6:30 pm. All seating is unreserved. For more information, call (310) 247-3600 or visit oscars.org.

The Who Framed Roger Rabbit 25th anniversary edition Blu-ray will be released on March 12, 2013.

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New Disney Store Arrivals for March 4, 2013 (63 Items)

New Disney Store arrivals and sales for March 4, 2013 Below is a list of new items and sales now available for purchase at Disney Store. Clicking on a product’s image or description will launch the product’s page on Disney Store in another window. Note that this list is generated and posted automatically. Stitch Kingdom should not be held responsible for any inaccuracies, misinformation or item availability. Disclosure: This post includes specially formatted links which allow the site to receive a small percentage of purchases made through them. Using these links does not affect your shopping experience in any way, but it does help the site. Even if you don’t purchase anything, even just sharing products you like through Facebook, Twitter and Pinterest using the icons below them will help the site.

	Tinker Bell Flip Flops for Women – $8.50 Give your wings a rest as you take magical steps in these Tinker Bell Flip Flops. The lightweight footwear will make you feel like you’re flying and you’ll be joined by Tink on your journey to Never Land. share this item
	Mickey Mouse Beach Blanket Towel – Personalizable – Summer Fun – $19.50 Mickey’s family-size beach blanket towel gives you the space to sun in comfort, with pals, or spread-out a picnic – all on super soft and thirsty terrycloth with bright Summer Fun colors! share this item
	Oswald Ear Hat for Adults – $16.95 Put-up your rabbit ears to get a welcome reception from passers-by while wearing our popular ear hat inspired by Walt Disney’s original cartoon star, Oswald the Lucky Rabbit. share this item
	Jack Skellington Flip Flops for Women – $8.50 The Pumpkin King is sure to get under your feet with this pair of frightfully fashionable flip flops. Jack Skellington is pictured on the left footbed and makes a name for himself on the right sole of this ghoulish footwear. share this item
	Polka Dot Walt Disney World Minnie Mouse Tote — Black – $19.95 Carry Minnie’s signature polka dots around wherever the fun is found with her roomy Walt Disney World tote. Tiny ”hidden Minnie” icons are interspersed in the dotted pattern for a pop art Disney shopping bag with a bold fashion flair. share this item
	Disney Logo Tee for Women – Summer Fun – $14.50 Invite your favorite friends for a day of animated fun wearing our comfy 100% cotton tee emblazoned with the famous Disney logo plus seven iconic characters. share this item
	Oz The Great and Powerful Tote Bag – Create Your Own – $25.95 share this item
	Grumpy Flip Flops for Men – $8.50 The bad-tempered dwarf is not happy about being stepped on! Screen art sports the year Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs was released, and its surly star, who’ll be sure to get underfoot with these Grumpy Flip Flops for Men. share this item
	Mickey Mouse Tee for Men – New York – $19.50 Mickey shows his love for The Big Apple on this vintage-style souvenir tee made in the cool comfort of heathered jersey knit! share this item

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New Disney Arrivals at Hot Topic for March 3, 2013 (3 Items)

New Hot Topic arrivals for March 3, 2013 Below is a list of new items now available for purchase at Hot Topic. Clicking on a product’s image or description will launch the product’s page on Hot Topic in another window. Note that this list is generated and posted automatically. Stitch Kingdom should not be held responsible for any inaccuracies, misinformation or item availability. Disclosure: This post includes specially formatted links which allow the site to receive a small percentage of purchases made through them. Using these links does not affect your shopping experience in any way, but it does help the site. Even if you don’t purchase anything, even just sharing products you like through Facebook, Twitter and Pinterest using the icons below them will help the site.

	Disney Pop! Mickey Mouse 9″ Vinyl Figure – $36.50 Mickey Mouse is given a fun, and funky, stylized look as a limited edition collectible vinyl figure! 9″ tall Imported By Funko share this item
	Star Wars Keep Calm Girls T-Shirt – $15.00 Fitted black tee from Star Wars that reads “Keep Calm & Join The Darkside.” 100% cotton Wash cold; dry low Imported Listed in junior sizes share this item
	Star Wars Keep Calm Girls T-Shirt Plus Size – $15.00 Fitted black tee from Star Wars that reads “Keep Calm & Join The Darkside.” 100% cotton Wash cold; dry low Imported Listed in junior sizes share this item

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Fantasy Faire Preview for Disneyland Annual Passholders

The Disneyland Resort has announced that it will be offering a passholder-only preview for the new Fantasy Faire at Disneyland prior to its official opening on March 12, 2013.

The AP preview will take place between March 7 and March 9, from 12:00 pm – 6:00 pm. Each passholder is allotted two hours within that period to experience the Fantasy Faire.

To obtain wristbands, passholders may begin registering inside the entrance to Frontierland starting at 10:30 am on the day of the event. All participating Guests (ages 3 and older) must be valid Annual Passholders on the day of the event and must register in person. It is recommended that all members of the party register at the same time.

Once a passholder has presented their pass and event availability has been confirmed, they will receive a color-coded event wristband for the assigned entry time period.

For more information, visit the passholder event page.

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New Disney Arrivals at Junk Food Clothing for March 1, 2013 (6 Items)

New Junk Food Clothing arrivals for March 1, 2013 Below is a list of new items now available for purchase at Junk Food Clothing. Clicking on a product’s image or description will launch the product’s page on Junk Food Clothing in another window. Note that this list is generated and posted automatically. Stitch Kingdom should not be held responsible for any inaccuracies, misinformation or item availability. Disclosure: This post includes specially formatted links which allow the site to receive a small percentage of purchases made through them. Using these links does not affect your shopping experience in any way, but it does help the site. Even if you don’t purchase anything, even just sharing products you like through Facebook, Twitter and Pinterest using the icons below them will help the site.

	Star Wars You Get My Text Bro? Vintage Inspired Heather Tee – Junk Food – $34.00 Mens; Fit for another galaxy! You?ll be the talk of Tatooine in this Star Wars tee from Junk Food Clothing. This limited-edition Star Wars You Get My Text Bro? tee is a throwback to our favorite sci-fi trilogy. Our Star Wars shirt features soft fabric, vintage inspired graphics, and a relaxed stylish fit. Made in the USA; Ocean; 50% Cotton 50% Polyester. Fit Comments: Relaxed fit tee. True to size. share this item
	Star Wars Chewbaca Vintage Triblend – Junk Food – $34.00 Mens; Fit for another galaxy! You?ll be the talk of Tatooine in this Star Wars tee from Junk Food Clothing. This limited-edition Star Wars?Chewbaca tee is a throwback to our favorite sci-fi trilogy. Our Star Wars shirt features soft fabric, vintage inspired graphics, and a relaxed stylish fit.Import; Steel; 37% Cotton 50% Polyester 13% Rayon. Fit Comments: Casual fit tee. True to size. share this item
	Captain America Vintage Inspired Heather Tee – Junk Food – $34.00 Mens; This vintage inspired?tee features one of your favorite Marvel Comics superheroes, Captain America ! The Captain America Make It Happen Captain tee is like a canvas, painstakingly detailed by our talented Junk Food artists. This shirt features soft fabric, vintage inspired graphics, and a relaxed stylish fit Made in the USA; Ocean; 50% Cotton 50% Polyester. Fit Comments: Relaxed fit tee. True to size. share this item
	Wolverine Party Animal Vintage Inspired Solid Tee – Junk Food – $34.00 Mens; Is partying your superpower? This vintage inspired?tee features one of your favorite Marvel Comics superheroes, Wolverine! The?Wolverine Party Animal tee is like a canvas, painstakingly detailed by our talented Junk Food artists. This shirt features soft fabric, vintage inspired graphics, and a relaxed stylish fit. Made in the USA; Blackwash; 100% Cotton. Fit Comments: Relaxed fit tee. True to size. share this item
	Minnie Mouse Vintage Inspired Drifter Dolman – Junk Food – $42.00 Womens; Rule the Magic Kingdom in this Minnie Mouse Disney tee by Junk FoodClothing! This Minnie shirt is perfect for Disney fans who want a touch of WestCoast. This retro tee is a special, limited-edition release from Junk FoodClothing from the Disney collection. Our Disney tee features softfabric, vintage inspired graphics, and a relaxed stylish fit. Made in the USA; Electric White; 50% Cotton 50% Modal. Fit Comments: Relaxed fit dolman with seams at front and back panel. See models dimensions for appropriate size selection. share this item
	Mickey Butterfly Back Tank – Junk Food – $32.00 Womens; Rule the Magic Kingdom in this Mickey Mouse Disney tee by Junk FoodClothing! This Mickey shirt is perfect for Disney fans who want a touch of WestCoast. This retro tee is a special, limited-edition release from Junk FoodClothing from the Disney collection. Our Disney tee features softfabric, vintage inspired graphics, and a relaxed stylish fit. Made in the USA; Venice; 50% Cotton 50% Modal. Fit Comments: Regular fit drapey tank with open back.? See models dimensions for appropriate size selection. share this item

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New Disney Store Arrivals for March 1, 2013 (5 Items)

New Disney Store arrivals and sales for March 1, 2013 Below is a list of new items and sales now available for purchase at Disney Store. Clicking on a product’s image or description will launch the product’s page on Disney Store in another window. Note that this list is generated and posted automatically. Stitch Kingdom should not be held responsible for any inaccuracies, misinformation or item availability. Disclosure: This post includes specially formatted links which allow the site to receive a small percentage of purchases made through them. Using these links does not affect your shopping experience in any way, but it does help the site. Even if you don’t purchase anything, even just sharing products you like through Facebook, Twitter and Pinterest using the icons below them will help the site.

	Mickey Mouse Plush Bunny – 17” – Yellow – $14.50You won’t hear a peep from the proud new owner of our soft plush Mickey in furry yellow bunny suit, because they’ll be too busy cuddling this marshmallow scented cutie. share this item
	Minnie Mouse Plush Bunny – 17” – Pink – $14.50You’ll hear peeps of joy from your little chickadee while she cuddles our soft plush Minnie in furry pink bunny suit, infused with a marvelous marshmallow scent! share this item
	Minnie Mouse Plush Bunny – 17” – Purple – $14.50You’ll hear peeps of joy from your little chickadee while she cuddles our soft plush Minnie in furry lilac bunny suit, infused with a marvelous marshmallow scent! share this item
	Disney’s Babies Dumbo Plush Doll and Personalized Blanket – $22.95Our Disney’s Babies Dumbo Plush Doll and Personalized Blanket features a super-soft personalized Disney blanket with stars and crescent moons to keep this baby Dumbo plush nice and warm as he flies through the night sky on his way to lots of hugs. share this item
	Mickey Mouse Plush Bunny – 17” – Blue – $14.50You won’t hear a peep from the proud new owner of our soft plush Mickey in furry blue bunny suit, because they’ll be too busy cuddling this marshmallow scented cutie. share this item

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‘Iron Man 3′ Hi-Res Stills Feature Killian, Potts, Starks and Rhodes

L to R: Tony Stark/Iron Man (Robert Downey Jr.) & James Rhodes (Don Cheadle) Ph: Zade Rosenthal Â© 2012 MVLFFLLC. TM & Â© 2012 Marvel. All Rights Reserved.

Walt Disney Studios and Marvel Studios have shared with us a few new hi-res stills from Marvel Studios’ Iron Man 3, in theaters on May 3, 2013. Of particular interest is the image of a smirking Aldrich Killian (Guy Pearce), founder of Extremis developer A.I.M, entering the Stark Industries Headquarters with right-hand-woman Pepper Potts (Paltrow) not looking quite as pleased. The other stills feature Stark hard at work in what appears to be a garage/shed of some sort (with what appears to be a bit of the Iron Man suit lurking in the background) and Stark (in Team A.I.M. clothing) alongside Rhodes (Cheadle).

The new images have been added to the beginning of our gallery below. As always, click on the thumbnail to see a larger version. If the resize arrow appears, you may click it to see the image in its original resolution.

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Marvel Studios’ Iron Man 3 pits brash-but-brilliant industrialist Tony Stark/Iron Man against an enemy whose reach knows no bounds. When Stark finds his personal world destroyed at his enemy’s hands, he embarks on a harrowing quest to find those responsible. This journey, at every turn, will test his mettle. With his back against the wall, Stark is left to survive by his own devices, relying on his ingenuity and instincts to protect those closest to him. As he fights his way back, Stark discovers the answer to the question that has secretly haunted him: does the man make the suit or does the suit make the man?

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‘Oz the Great and Powerful’ Clip – ‘China Girl Joins the Party’

China Girl (voiced by Joey King); James Franco, right Â©Disney Enterprises, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

Courtesy of Walt Disney Studios New Zealand, we have a new clip from Disney’s upcoming Oz the Great and Powerful (in theaters March 8) titled ‘China Girl Joins the Party.’ Although we have seen many photos of China Girl to date, this is the first clip that actually shows her talking and interacting with fellow Ozians. In this case, it’s Oscar Diggs/Oz (James Franco) and Finley (voice of Zach Braff) after encountering her in China Town while in pursuit of the Wicked Witch of the West.

As an aside, considering Franco is the only tangible actor in this scene, China Girl actually had a stand-in on the set in the form of an actual (and very complicated) marionette by Philip Huber. For the film, the puppet’s performance was replaced by a CG character whose face digitally incorporates that of Joey King, the actress who voices her.

Disney’s fantastical adventure Oz The Great and Powerful, directed by Sam Raimi, imagines the origins of L. Frank Baum’s beloved wizard character. When Oscar Diggs (James Franco), a small-time circus magician with dubious ethics, is hurled away from dusty Kansas to the vibrant Land of Oz, he thinks he’s hit the jackpot — fame and fortune are his for the taking — that is until he meets three witches, Theodora (Mila Kunis), Evanora (Rachel Weisz) and Glinda (Michelle Williams), who are not convinced he is the great wizard everyone’s been expecting. Reluctantly drawn into the epic problems facing the Land of Oz and its inhabitants, Oscar must find out who is good and who is evil before it is too late. Putting his magical arts to use through illusion, ingenuity — and even a bit of wizardry — Oscar transforms himself not only into the great wizard but into a better man as well.

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APP REVIEW: ‘Toy Story: Smash It!’ is Flawless Spin on Mobile Classic

Title: Toy Story: Smash It! (link)
Publisher: Walt Disney
Released: February 27, 2013
Cost: $.99
Platforms: Apple iOS (iPhone, iPod Touch, iPad), Android Soon
Pros: Familiar intellectual property, addictive play, well executed spin on popular mobile game franchise
Cons: Restart button isn’t immediate
Review: Toy Story: Smash It!, a new title from Disney Mobile and Disney Mobile Studio Prague, is a physics oriented game that’s sure to make any player anything but angry.

EXCLUSIVE: Dane Cook to Lead Disney’s ‘Planes’

Walt Disney Studios and DisneyToon Studios are expected to announced today that comedian-slash-actor Dane Cook will be replacing Jon Cryer as the voice of Dusty Crophopper, the the protagonist of its upcoming theatrical release Planes. This news comes just as a new trailer for the film is expected (and previously leaked online), featuring the characters speaking for the first time.

Inspired by the world of Cars from Pixar Animation Studios, Disney’s Planes is an action-packed 3D animated comedy adventure featuring Dusty (voice of Dane Cook), a plane with dreams of competing as a high-flying air racer. But Dusty’s not exactly built for racing — and he happens to be afraid of heights. So he turns to a seasoned naval aviator who helps Dusty qualify to take on the defending champ of the race circuit. Dusty’s courage is put to the ultimate test as he aims to reach heights he never dreamed possible, giving a spellbound world the inspiration to soar.

The only other reported (unconfirmed) voice talent in the film belongs to Carlos Alazraqui as the voice of El Chupacabra (El Chupa for short), Brad Garrett as Chug and Stacy Keach as Skipper. It is unknown at this time when these and additional voice talent for characters such as Ripslinger, Bravo and Echo, amongst other peripheral characters will be announced/confirmed.

Disney’s Planes has an estimated time of arrival in theaters on August 9, 2013 and will be presented in Disney Digital 3D in select theaters. It is directed by Klay Hall.

UPDATE: Walt Disney Studios has now confirmed the casting and has released a new still from the film, pictured above.

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