The New York Times – Film:
There have been ups and downs, including a widely reviled big-screen disaster. But the latest film shows a story that is headed in the right direction.
Category: Animated Films
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5 Children’s Movies to Stream Now
The New York Times – Film:
This month’s picks include two 2026 animated adventures and the finale to a Guillermo del Toro franchise.
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How Pierre Coffin Breathed New Life Into the Minions Franchise With ‘Minions & Monsters’
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The director Pierre Coffin, who also voices the yellow chaos agents, wasn’t interested in returning. Then a producer suggested an idea he couldn’t resist.
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‘Minions & Monsters’ Review: Third Time’s the Charm
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The latest film of the wildly successful spinoff franchise ushers the Minions into a new era of cultural ubiquity, while bringing some new creative juice.
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Margaret Kerry, Body and Soul of Disney’s Tinker Bell, Dies at 97
The New York Times – Film:
A film crew and illustrator meticulously documented her pirouettes and pouts, giving substance to a character depicted previously as a spotlight onstage.
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‘Toy Story 5’ Fuels Hollywood’s Hottest Summer Since 2019
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The Disney-Pixar sequel was expected to make $160 million in North America over the weekend, lifting the summer box office to $1.85 billion to date.
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Why ‘Toy Story’ is the Best Franchise Ever
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The New York Times film critic Alissa Wilkinson explores how the ‘Toy Story’ films leverage layers of nostalgia as a recipe for success.
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Joan Cusack, the Actress Behind Jessie in ‘Toy Story,’ Takes the Lead
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After 27 years, the beloved cowgirl doll voiced by Cusack is finally in charge, but the actress played an important role in shaping the character early on.