Bill Fagerbakke, Jill Talley, and Dana Snyder Talk the SpongeBob Universe

December 22, 2022January 2, 2023 Sophia Soto

In 2023, Nickelodeon will take viewers on a multidimensional adventure throughout Bikini Bottom with the first-ever SpongeBob Universe crossover special, SpongeBob SquarePants Presents The Tidal Zone. The one-hour special encompasses SpongeBob SquarePants, The Patrick Star Show, and Kamp Koral: SpongeBob’s Under Years. At New York Comic Con, I had the opportunity to speak with Bill Fagerbakke, Jill Talley, and Dana Snyder about the beloved show and spin-offs.

Animation, Interview, Streaming

Mindy Kaling Explains Why She Identified with ‘Velma’ Growing Up

October 13, 2022October 13, 2022 Sophia Soto

Mindy Kaling, who is also an executive producer, voices Velma in the new series named after the iconic character, which is set to premiere in 2023 on HBO Max. At New York Comic Con, I had the pleasure of attending a press conference with the talented actress and Charlie Grandy!

Animation, Interview

Rodger Bumpass and Carolyn Lawrence Talk ‘Kamp Koral: SpongeBob’s Under Years’

October 4, 2022October 5, 2022 Sophia Soto

Rodger Bumpass and Carolyn Lawrence voice the beloved characters of Squidward and Sandy in Kamp Koral: SpongeBob’s Under Years, which is the first original spinoff of Nickelodeon’s SpongeBob SquarePants. The series was recently picked up for a second season. New episodes are now streaming on Paramount+.

Animation, Interview, Streaming

Maitreyi Ramakrishnan Talks Bringing Zipp to Life in ‘My Little Pony: Make Your Mark’

October 1, 2022October 2, 2022 Sophia Soto

Maitreyi Ramakrishnan voices Zipp in My Little Pony: Make Your Mark. The series builds on the television special, which debuted in the “Top 10” for Children’s programming on Netflix. New episodes are now streaming!

Anime, Movies

A Door to a New Adventure Opens in the trailer for Makoto Shinkai’s ‘Suzume’

July 21, 2022July 20, 2022 Bray Lawrence

Toho and Comix Wave have finally released the reveal trailer for Makoto Shinkai’s upcoming film, Suzume. The anticipation of the next film from the acclaimed Your Name and Weathering With You director has been building since the first key visual was released back in April.

Animation, Movies

Watch the Official Trailer for ‘Puss in Boots: The Last Wish’

March 15, 2022March 15, 2022 Sophia Soto

After first appearing in Shrek 2, Puss in Boots is returning for another adventure! Antonio Banderas will once again voice the character and this time be joined by Salma Hayek, Olivia Colman, Harvey Guillén, Samson Kayo, Wagner Moura, Anthony Mendez, John Mulaney, Florence Pugh, Da’Vine Joy Randolph, and Ray Winstone. Puss in Boots: The Last Wish will be released in theaters on September 23.

Animation, Interview, Movies

Comedian Nick Kroll on Returning for Illumination’s ‘Sing 2’

December 22, 2021 Sophia Soto

Nick Kroll is back as the voice of Gunter in Illumination’s Sing 2. The film, which is a sequel to Sing, combines dozens of classic rock and pop hit songs, electrifying performances, and breathtaking artistry. Sing 2 is in theaters on December 22!

Animation, Interview, Movies

Pop Star Tori Kelly Talks All Things ‘Sing 2’

December 21, 2021 Sophia Soto

Tori Kelly reprises her role as Meena in Illumination’s Sing 2. The film, which is a sequel to Sing, combines dozens of classic rock and pop hit songs, electrifying performances, and breathtaking artistry. Sing 2 hits theaters on December 22!

Animation, Interview, Television

Yvette Nicole Brown Talks the New Amazon Original ‘Fairfax’

October 29, 2021October 30, 2021 Sophia Soto

Yvette Nicole Brown voices the character of Trini in the new Amazon Original adult animated comedy series, Fairfax. All eight episodes began streaming October 29, exclusively on Prime Video.

Animation, Interview, Television

Kiersey Clemons and Skyler Gisondo Preview ‘Fairfax’

October 27, 2021October 30, 2021 Sophia Soto

Kiersey Clemons and Skyler Gisondo voice the characters of Derica and Dale in the new Amazon Original adult animated comedy series, Fairfax. All eight episodes will premiere October 29, exclusively on Prime Video.

Animation, Streaming

Watch the Trailer for Netflix’s ‘Maya and The Three’

August 24, 2021 Sophia Soto

From creator Jorge R. Gutiérrez, Maya and The Three is an animated event told in nine epic chapters. The talented voice cast includes Zoe Saldaña, Gabriel Iglesias, Allen Maldonado, Stephanie Beatriz, Diego Luna, Gael García Bernal, Alfred Molina, Kate del Castillo, Danny Trejo, Cheech Marin, Rosie Perez, Queen Latifah, Wyclef Jean, Jorge R. Gutiérrez, Sandra Equihua, Isabela Merced, Chelsea Rendon, Joaquín Cosío, Carlos Alazraqui, and Rita Moreno.

Animation, Marvel, Streaming

Black Panther, Star-Lord, and the Great Chadwick Boseman

August 20, 2021August 20, 2021 Jamal Michel

Like nearly all viewers tuning in to this week’s episode of Disney’s animated reimagining What If…?, I was excited, anxious, and sad about seeing and hearing Chadwick Boseman on screen in his last project. The second episode, directed by Bryan Andrews and written by Matthew Chauncey, was a bittersweet exploration of a possible reality where T’Challa takes the role of Star-Lord instead of its original figure Peter Quill. While heartwarming and hilarious, the episode felt like a rush through a journey that could have potentially been explored further but was unfortunately cut short.

Animation, Movies, Streaming

Check Out the Official Trailer and Key Art for ‘My Little Pony: A New Generation’

August 12, 2021August 12, 2021 Sophia Soto

My Little Pony: A New Generation is set to premiere September 24 on Netflix. The talented voice cast includes Vanessa Hudgens, Kimiko Glenn, James Marsden, Sofia Carson, and Liza Koshy. Netflix has just released the official trailer as well as key art for the new family film!

Animation, Marvel, Reviews

NOC Review: ‘What If’ Recontextualizes the MCU

August 10, 2021August 11, 2021 Mike Manalo

I’m going to do something a bit different for this one. You see, unlike the past three MCU shows we’ve been treated to (wow, I can’t believe we live in a world where I get to say something like that that!), What If takes more of an anthology approach ala Black Mirror and Twilight Zone. And that, essentially, was the spirit of the original comic book series.

Animation, Movies, Streaming

Netflix Has Released the Official Trailer for ‘Vivo’

July 29, 2021July 29, 2021 Sophia Soto

Netflix and Sony Pictures Animation’s Vivo will release globally August 6 on Netflix. The animated film includes the voices of Lin-Manuel Miranda, Zoe Saldaña, Juan de Marcos, Brian Tyree Henry, Michael Rooker, Nicole Byer, Ynairaly Simo, and Gloria Estefan. As we get closer to the premiere, Netflix just dropped the official trailer and poster for Vivo, only adding to fans excitement about the movie.

Animation, Movies, Streaming

Get All the Details on Netflix’s ‘Vivo’

July 21, 2021July 21, 2021 Sophia Soto

Vivo will be released globally August 6 on Netflix! The incredible voice cast includes Lin-Manuel Miranda, Zoe Saldaña, Juan de Marcos, Brian Tyree Henry, Michael Rooker, Nicole Byer, Ynairaly Simo, and Gloria Estefan.

Animation, Interview, Movies

Colin O’Donoghue Discusses ‘Trollhunters: Rise of the Titans’

July 20, 2021July 21, 2021 Sophia Soto

Colin O’Donoghue voices the character of Douxie in Netflix’s new Trollhunters: Rise of the Titans. The animated film premieres on July 21 and will serve as the epic finale for the Tales of Arcadia saga. Trollhunters: Rise of the Titans will unite the heroes from Trollhunters, 3Below, and Wizards, making it a can’t miss summer event.

Animation, Movies

Get Excited for Walt Disney Animation Studios’ New Original Film ‘Encanto’

July 8, 2021July 8, 2021 Sophia Soto

Walt Disney Animation Studios has just released the teaser trailer, new posters, and cast for Encanto. The film will open in theaters on November 24 and tell “the tale of an extraordinary family, the Madrigals, who live hidden in the mountains of Colombia in a magical house, in a vibrant town, in a wondrous, charmed place called an Encanto.”

Animation, Marvel, Streaming

‘What If’ Marvel Studios Shared a Trailer, Poster, and Release Date?

July 8, 2021July 8, 2021 Sophia Soto

Get ready to enter the multiverse with Marvel Studios’ first-ever animated series! What If…? will launch on Disney+ on Wednesday, August 11. New episodes will then continue to premiere Wednesdays on the streaming platform. The upcoming show, directed by Bryan Andrews with AC Bradley as head writer, will reimage famous events from the Marvel Cinematic Universe films.

Animation, Movies, Streaming

Meet the Cast of Netflix’s ‘My Little Pony: A New Generation’

June 30, 2021July 2, 2021 Sophia Soto

Netflix has released the cast for My Little Pony: A New Generation and it’s AMAZING! The cast includes Vanessa Hudgens, Kimiko Glenn, James Marsden, Sofia Carson, and Liza Koshy. The news was revealed through a video with each cast member introducing themselves and their characters. They also shared the official release date: September 24.

Animation, Interview

NOC Interview: Loren Bouchard and Nora Smith Tease ‘Central Park’ Season 2

June 24, 2021June 25, 2021 Sophia Soto

Loren Bouchard and Nora Smith are the creators, writers, and executive producers of Central Park season two alongside Josh Gad. The animated musical comedy series first premiered last May and is produced by 20th Television for Apple. It has also been recognized with an Emmy Award nomination for star Leslie Odom Jr., as well as an NAACP Image Award nomination in the Outstanding Animated Series category. The complete first season of Central Park is now streaming on Apple TV+.

Animation, Movies

Check Out the New Poster for ‘Hotel Transylvania: Transformania’

June 15, 2021 Sophia Soto

Hotel Transylvania: Transformania stars Selena Gomez, Andy Samberg, Kathryn Hahn, Keegan-Michael Key, Steve Buscemi, David Spade, Brian Hull, Asher Blinkoff, Brad Abrell, Fran Drescher, Jim Gaffigan, and Molly Shannon. Franchise creator Genndy Tartakovsky also returns as screenwriter and executive producer. The new movie will serve as the final chapter of the popular franchise and will hit theaters on July 23.

Animation, Movies, Streaming

Netflix Just Dropped the Full Trailer for ‘Trollhunters: Rise Of The Titans’

June 15, 2021June 17, 2021 Sophia Soto

Netflix has released the official trailer for Trollhunters: Rise Of The Titans! The film will serve as the conclusion of the Arcadia saga. The talented cast includes Emile Hirsch, Lexi Medrano, Charlie Saxton, Kelsey Grammer, Alfred Molina, Steven Yeun, Nick Frost, Colin O’Donoghue, Diego Luna, Tatiana Maslany, Cole Sand, Nick Offerman, Fred Tatasciore, Brian Blessed, Kay Bess, Piotr Michael, James Hong, Tom Kenny, Angel Lin, Amy Landecker, Jonathan Hyde, Bebe Wood, Laraine Newman, Grey Griffin, and Cheryl Hines.