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What's On
27-05-2025
- Entertainment
- What's On
There's a cool movie-inspired menu coming to Abu Dhabi
And it's being served at one of Abu Dhabi's finest… If you're unfamiliar with Taparelle or are just new on Abu Dhabi's dining circuit, this Mediterranean eat at Manarat Al Saadiyat has been making waves for a while. And now, it's bringing you a special new movie-inspired menu, called 'Le Cartoon'. The limited-edition culinary journey will be served up throughout June, and will be inspired by some of your favourite animated titles including A Goofy Movie and Coraline. Held in collaboration with CineMAS, the unique event will be held from June 26 to July 1. Images: supplied What's On the Menu? As you might've already guessed, dishes on this special menu will be an ode to iconic movie moments, and will feature three courses and a special themed beverage. You can taste everything from Coraline's olive tapenade, Max's cheese diavola pizza, fish cakes and tartar sauce inspired by Ponyo (2008), Flint's spicy arrabbiata and Kiki's coupe glacée. To make your experience even more memorable, each guest will also receive a special gift and free access to film screenings during the day. More on Taparelle The arrival of Taparelle at Manarat Al Saadiyat, one of Abu Dhabi's leading art and culture hubs, has allowed diners to enjoy neat Mediterranean fare while checking out cool new art installations and enjoying prized Saadiyat Island vibes. In addition to a menu that's fast become a hit with Abu Dhabi's diners, you're greeted by pottery and artistic creations that are for sale. Upping the cool factor is the fact that Taparelle's cutlery is also handmade by the same artist. Dine-W/Me, Taparelle, Manarat Al Saadiyat, Abu Dhabi, June 26 to July 1, Dhs200, 7pm, 8.15pm, 9.30pm, and 10.45pm. @taparellerestaurant > Sign up for FREE to get exclusive updates that you are interested in
Gizmodo
16-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Gizmodo
Disneyland's 70th Anniversary Brings Cartoony Chaos to This Summer's Celebration
'Encanto', 'Turning Red', 'Coco' and 'A Goofy Movie' step into the spotlight in the party's festivities. Disneyland is turning 70 this summer, and festivities begin this weekend at Walt Disney's first theme park. While past anniversaries emphasized a throwback to opening day nostalgia, this milestone wants to bring the party energy like no other. Thankfully, that doesn't mean turning the castle into a Birthday cake, but the zany fun comes in the form of mix-taping the greatest hits with the latest number ones from the the studio. After attending the media week preview at the Disneyland Resort, that's what we loved about this year's theme. The unabashed excitement for so many characters, from the fairytale Disney Princesses, The Muppets and Star Wars icons to the niche like Duffy the Disney Bear and A Goofy Movie. There were also incredible moments as well, including new Pixar and Disney animation faves Inside Out, Turning Red, Encanto and Moana all over the resort's 70th offerings. It's certainly celebration of cartoon chaos and we welcome Robot Walt's imminent arrival in July to coincide with the actual anniversary of the opening date of the park. Some of the best things we found at the event were discovered on their own. When I wandered around Disney California Adventure I stumbled upon the most unhinged Disneyland 70 merchandise. And it confirmed that Disney really got all of its various types of fans when I looked upon the face of an official googly-eyed Mickey Mouse shirt, and a spinner-top colorful baseball cap. Yes, there's the glam Loungefly Minnie ears and purses and Disney trendy lifestyle spirit jerseys, but the zany and bizarre get representation too. What's hilarious is that those items weren't made in mind with meme comedy in mind, but actually straight from the Disney Vault of yester-merchandise. And just across the way at the Animation building, a new set of visuals debuted in the musical lobby which highlighted added moments from Coco, Moana, Encanto, The Princess and the Frog, and Zootopia. When I need a time to just bask in the magic of animation while staying out of the heat, this is where I (like so many others) go, and it's such an underrated gem that rarely gets a refresh–not since the release of Frozen! And the Encanto representation at DCA didn't stop there–while we love 'We Don't Talk About Bruno', I'm glad to get a break from it to let the other amazing songs shine. In the new World of Color: Happiness, Anxiety from Inside Out 2 (my rising sun sign of the emotions) presents a great sequence where Luisa's 'Surface Pressure' gets a moment on the water, and it was so cool to hear everyone sing along. Hot take: it's the better song between it and Bruno. The Muppets opener for the show is an all-timer, too, with a muppety death defying act from Gonzo the Great. World of Color: Happiness also finally featured a kaiju-sized Panda Mei on the mist screen projections set to 'Nobody Like You' which led into the best in-universe run of real fake Disney pop hits, right into a Powerline moment from 'A Goofy Movie'. The beat drop on 'I2I' sent the crowds into a frenzy as Powerline electrified the stage like we were really at the show with the Goofs. We are loving the Max Goof inclusion too, as he joins his dad over at Disneyland for the Celebrate Happy Character Calvacade parade, right behind Duffy and ShellieMay Bear leading the way. I know they're tossing around all the different nomenclatures around 'Happy', but this was for those of us who are into the offbeat or niche things of the Disney fandom. For Star Wars fans, there's even a new R2 unit available at Droid Depot, with exteriors to match the pinks, purples, blues and yellow of the 70th. And we also took a peek at the new scrap pieces that debuted earlier this month for May the Fourth at Savi's lightsaber build experience. The ombre chrome look of the blaster emitter is a fierce need. Unfortunately, these pieces aren't individually available for those who have already built their lightsabers for over 200 bucks–if you want to cop these parts you'll have to try to get in on the limited time action with another whopping purchase before they're gone. Paint the Night, the rave-inspired answer to the Electrical Parade is back and we got to see it near the Small World promenade with a special new projection show on the ride's facade. Spooky and bizarro Disney lore fiends got a treat here with a fun Grim-Grinning Ghosts montage right into 'Hellfire' from The Hunchback of Notre Dame with Mr. Toad crazy eyes, the crone Evil Queen and Frollo giving children some gateway frightful imagery that they'll obsess over later in life. At the end of my second night, it capped off with Wondrous Journeys which takes the pages of countless animation cells and brings them to life on the Disneyland Castle walls showcasing the stories that have spoken to generations for 100 years. It really does feel like Disney wanted to reach far and wide for the park's big anniversary this year–and not be afraid to get a little zany in the process.
Buzz Feed
13-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Buzz Feed
33 Cartoon Characters That Are Actually Super Hot
We asked the BuzzFeed Community which cartoon characters they thought were actually super hot, and they did not disappoint. Here's what they said: Robin Hood from Robin Hood "Yes, he was a fox, but a damn foxy fox at that. I used to stare into his dreamy eyes and pretend I was standing with him during the song 'Love.'"—lottiejones Shego from Kim Possible "I know I wasn't the only girl who was in love with her. She may have been an evil villain, but she was definitely my type!"—milliesh Tramp from Lady and the Tramp "He was so sexy whenever he tried to protect Lady."—laurenl4f48c7080 Ms. Bellum from The Powerpuff Girls "I wanted to be a Powerpuff Girl but I wanted to be with —brie4ad083296 Buzz Lightyear from Toy Story "I never had any particularly amorous feelings towards Buzz Lightyear until he was in Spanish mode in Toy Story 3. Watching Spanish Buzz dance was my sexual awakening."—l4569d1433 Jim Hawkins from Treasure Planet "I loved his blue eyes, his incredible eyebrows, and his smile. I had a really big crush on this bad boy."—filli12364 Max Goof from A Goofy Movie "Max from A Goofy Movie really does it for me."—astib9 Danny Phantom from Danny Phantom "I think every girl who grew up during the 2000s can agree that Danny Phantom was *chefs kiss* SMOKIN'."—courtneyt411cbf1f3 Li Shang from Mulan "Li Shang was the hottest Disney prince ever. Just look at those muscles!"—rachbrung Velma Dinkley from Scooby-Doo "Velma from Scooby Doo was super cute and was also gay. I will not argue about this."—madelynf487f41e0c Dimitri from Anastasia —sibyllebloemen Hiccup from How to Train Your Dragon "He was especially hot in the second and third movies."—liabianchi007 Prince Zuko from Avatar: The Last Airbender "He had literally zero competition." —hannahp42ca0dc13 Shadow the Hedgehog from Sonic the Hedgehog "My first cartoon crush was Shadow the Hedgehog. Why? Because I definitely have a type, and its villains/antiheroes with tragic backstories."—nikkitty222 Dr. Facilier from The Princess and the Frog "His charisma was so sexy!"—sweetcaramelbrownie14 Tarzan from Tarzan "Damn, that man was my awakening."—hooriyyaha Kovu from The Lion King II: Simba's Pride "Yes, he's lion. But he's also gorgeous, what do you want from me?"—EAZ Dean from The Iron Giant "Dean from The Iron Giant was a total stud. He had this sexy beatnik vibe that totally worked. He was a newspaper-reading-artist who was down with sticking it to the Man. Plus, he was voiced by Harry Connick Jr.! Dreamboat!"—mp2tbnl The Hex Girls from Scooby-Doo "When I was younger, I didn't realize that I was gay. All I knew was that I was obsessed with them. Let's be real though, the Hex Girls can still get it. They need their own spin-off."—monikap6 Raven from Teen Titans "She was supernaturally hot! She was my number one preteen romance fantasy!—reissm2 TJ Detweiler from Recess "He was my first ever crush. I was so jealous when Spinelli kissed him in one episode."—gspiv3 Arnold from Hey Arnold! —kretelkrah Kuzco from The Emperor's New Groove "Kuzco from The Emperor's New Groove was hot, and even more so as the llama! Can't beat a funny guy."—mollie23 Mulan from Mulan "She was such a badass babe. I loved watching her own her power and kick serious ass."—rlahendro Prince Naveen from The Princess and the Frog "He is the hottest prince, hands down."—oliviamb Mufasa from The Lion King "Mufasa was a great dad, sure, but he was also just a straight up DADDY. That deep voice, that jawline, those eyes. No wonder I was so sad when he died."—hollyb31 Balto from Balto "It all made sense after I learned he was voiced by Kevin Bacon."—rachelm4b5117115 Jonesy from 6Teen —madisongowen Squidward from Spongebob Squarepants "He always had his ways of being mysteriously hot."—google_100533062052329926667 Esmeralda from The Hunchback of Notre Dame —kend4fe281761 Beast from Beauty and the Beast "Once he turned into the human prince he lost his rugged, bad boy looks."—mizzb Megara from Hercules "My goodness. What a woman."—EAZ And of course, Flynn Rider from Tangled "He was super hot when he smirked and made the "smolder" face. All my friends agreed."—lpmurphy2004 Be sure to follow the BuzzFeed Community on Facebook and Twitter for a chance to be featured in a future BuzzFeed post or video!
New York Times
07-04-2025
- Entertainment
- New York Times
‘A Goofy Movie,' With a Serious Impact
'If we listen to each other's heart / We'll find we're never too far apart,' sang the fictional pop star Powerline (voiced by Tevin Campbell) during a 2017 screening of 'A Goofy Movie' at El Capitan Theater in Hollywood. The ecstatic reaction from those in attendance confirmed to Kevin Lima that the first movie he ever directed, originally released on April 7, 1995, had indeed amassed an adoring fandom. 'I sat amongst an audience who was singing along, repeating back dialogue with the characters onscreen, dancing in their seats,' Lima recalled during a recent video interview from his home in Mill Valley, Calif. 'A Goofy Movie' observes the often hilarious, and at times thorny relationship between Goofy (voiced by Bill Farmer), the lanky anthropomorphic dog from Disney's classic cartoons, and his teenage son, Max (Jason Marsden), as they go on a road trip that will bring them closer. Unlike most Disney films made during that time, this heartfelt father-son adventure was a contemporary story entrenched in the 1990s via its upbeat pop music and the characters' wardrobes. Lima described it as 'an animated film that feels like a John Hughes movie.' Produced mostly in Paris by Disneytoon Studios, a television division with a far smaller budget than those for projects at Walt Disney Animation Studios, 'A Goofy Movie' made a modest $35.3 million, not adjusted for inflation, during its domestic theatrical release, according to Box Office Mojo. Yet with time, it found its audience among young millennials watching it on home video, namely VHS. Today, YouTube and TikTok are saturated with content about 'A Goofy Movie.' Disney has capitalized on this interest by releasing new merchandise that outnumbers the products that existed when the film was originally released. And special Fork n' Film screenings, at which audiences eat the food from the movie, have played to sold-out crowds. 'I'm very surprised that of all the films I've made, this one's had such a deep connection with its audience,' said Lima, who also directed 'Enchanted' (2007) and was one of the directors of 'Tarzan' (1999). That devotion has crystallized into 'Not Just a Goof,' a documentary about the making of 'A Goofy Movie,' streaming on Disney+, to mark the 30th anniversary of the feature. The directors of the documentary, Eric Kimelton and Christopher Ninness, met in 2010 while working for Lima and bonded over their shared love of 'A Goofy Movie.' Kimelton is also Lima's nephew and was inspired to pursue a career in filmmaking after attending the premiere of a 'A Goofy Movie' at Walt Disney World in Florida as a kid. 'I realized there was a whole other possibility to life and not just the small town I was living in,' Kimelton said. It was in 2020, after watching the documentary 'Into the Unknown: Making Frozen 2,' that Ninness thought he would like to see one about 'A Goofy Movie' as well. Initially, Kimelton and Ninness approached Lima with the intent of interviewing him for a short piece to discuss the movie's legacy, but after Lima shared with them more than 50 tapes of never-before-seen behind-the-scenes footage, the project evolved into a full feature. Ninness said that the way people connect with 'A Goofy Movie' across generations is what makes it enduring. 'If you're a kid you can relate with Max, and now that I'm a father, I'm probably going to start relating to Goofy more,' he said. 'Everyone considers their dad goofy to a certain degree.' With Lima's encouragement, Ninness gets personal in the documentary. He says that since he had a complicated childhood, his rewatching of 'A Goofy Movie' provided a safe space. 'I hope that when people watch my scene in the movie, they can maybe see themselves a bit,' he said. While a whole generation of movie watchers has enshrined 'A Goofy Movie,' many Black viewers in particular have embraced the film as a cultural cornerstone under the perception that Goofy and Max are a Black father and son. That read on the movie became the basis of a 2022 episode of the series 'Atlanta' titled 'The Goof Who Sat by the Door,' which was conceived as a revisionist fake documentary that imagines 'A Goofy Movie' as the brainchild of a Black man who became Disney's C.E.O. For one of the writers of the episode, Karen Joseph Adcock, creating this fiction was an exercise in reappropriation. 'It was like, even if this wasn't for us, we've decided that this is our thing now, and let's all experience it and talk about it in that way,' she said during a recent Zoom interview. Lima recalled being surprised when he learned about the 'Atlanta' episode but understood at that moment that 'A Goofy Movie' had earned a rarefied place in pop culture. 'Here's a whole community who took this movie and used it to represent something bigger,' he said. Adcock said she appreciated that Lima's movie shows Goofy, a character often portrayed as a simple-minded second fiddle to Mickey Mouse, in a more complex light. 'This was a story that really fleshed him out and opened up his world to show that he's going through it and is having a hard time, doing his best to be a good father and connect with his son.' Lima admitted that it hadn't been his lifelong quest to make a movie about Goofy, but he took the opportunity because he wanted to become an animation director. After watching the documentary, however, Lima realized that making his film had helped him grapple with his feelings about having an absent father. 'I took something that wasn't me and found a way to express myself through it,' he said. 'This movie became a way for me to imagine what it might have been to have a dad who loves you dearly.' 'I personally think it's a Disney classic that stands up with the epics of the Disney Renaissance,' said Ninness. 'What 'A Goofy Movie' might not have in scope, it makes up for in characters and emotion.'
