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Jessie-Centric Story in ‘Toy Story 5’ Proves These Toys Still Matter

June 16, 2026June 16, 2026 Michael Lee

Toy Story is one of those animated franchises that has stood the test of time. Across three decades, multiple shorts, made-for-television specials, and Disneyland attractions, the series has continued expanding, now reaching its fifth feature film. It would be easy to assume that the franchise has finally run its course, but Toy Story 5‘s Jessie-centric story proves that every time these characters appear ready to take their final bow, Pixar finds a new way to justify bringing them back.

Animation, Movies

‘In Your Dreams’ Stars on Turning Childhood Fantasy into a Story About Letting Go

November 4, 2025November 3, 2025 Michael Lee

Netflix’s In Your Dreams may look like that burst of color and imagination coming alive in the world of a child’s dreams, but underneath the sugar-coated chaos and sweet soundtrack is a story about an older sister and younger brother refusing to let their parents separate and relying on the myth of the Sandman to pull a drifting family back together.

Animation, Movies

‘In Your Dreams’ Director Alex Woo on Family, Fantasy, and Nightmares

September 25, 2025September 25, 2025 Michael Lee

“So dreams are where you can break the rules, but the story still has to feel true.” That’s how director Alex Woo sums up the delicate balance at the heart of Netflix’s In Your Dreams.

Animation, Interview, Movies

Natasha Lyonne, Danielle Brooks, Awkwafina, and the Fun Chaotic Folks of ‘The Bad Guys 2’

August 1, 2025August 2, 2025 Michael Lee

The Bad Guys 2 is bigger, funnier, and has totally unhinged heists and action sequences. We got to talk to the cast and crew of the DreamWorks sequel: Mr. Wolf (Sam Rockwell), Kitty Kat (Danielle Brooks), Mr. Shark (Craig Robinson), Mr. Piranha (Anthony Ramos), Pigtail Petrova (Maria Bakalova), Ms. Tarantula (Awkwafina) and the director, Pierre Perifel. Our interviews below:

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‘The Bad Guys 2’ Walks a Fine Line Between Redemption and Hilarious Chaos

July 30, 2025 Michael Lee

The Bad Guys 2 delivers fast-paced action, high-concept heists, and plenty of laughs as the lovable criminal crew returns. Things are different this time as they find themselves teaming up with an all-female trio of criminals while struggling to prove they’ve truly turned over a new leaf.

Animation, Movies, Streaming

Alex Woo on Stepping into the Director’s Chair for Netflix’s ‘In Your Dreams’

June 12, 2025June 12, 2025 Michael Lee

For filmmaker and animator Alex Woo, directing an animated feature film has always been a dream come true. Before co-founding Kuku Studios, Woo helped shape some of modern animation’s most beloved stories, including Pixar’s Finding Dory and Lucasfilm’s The Clone Wars. Now, that dream becomes reality with his directorial debut for Netflix’s In Your Dreams.

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Craig Robinson and Claudia O’Doherty Discuss Season 2 of ‘Killing It’

August 17, 2023August 17, 2023 Sophia Soto

Craig Robinson, who is also an executive producer, and Claudia O’Doherty star in Killing It. All episodes of the second season are now streaming on Peacock.

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Peacock Unveils Several New Unscripted, Comedy, True Crime, and Sports Series

February 17, 2021August 2, 2021 Jamal Michel

Today, Peacock announced all-new programming at the Television Critics Association Press Tour. New unscripted series Ex Rated has been picked up with host and executive producer Andy Cohen, and highly anticipated Real Housewives of Miami is in development.