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Associated Press
24-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Associated Press
Butch Hartman's THE GREATEST THING EVER: A GARDEN CARTOON MOVIE Set for July VOD Release as Families Seek Summer Content
Join Lenny Lion & Lucy Lamb in Butch Hartman's 'THE GREATEST THING EVER: A GARDEN CARTOON MOVIE,' a heartwarming faith-filled adventure perfect for families! LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, June 24, 2025 / / -- BMG-Global will release 'THE GREATEST THING EVER: A GARDEN CARTOON MOVIE " on home entertainment platforms on July 1st, bringing the faith-based animated adventure to families during the peak summer viewing season when parents are searching for content that both entertains and inspires. Created by animation icon Butch Hartman (The Fairly OddParents, Danny Phantom), the film marks the first feature-length adventure for characters Lenny Lion and Lucy Lamb. The story follows our lovable heroes as they journey through 'the Garden' on a quest to find 'The Greatest Thing Ever"—a mysterious treasure that 'The Boss' has challenged them to discover. As their adventure unfolds, they gradually realize that life's most valuable treasures cannot be held in their paws—a heartwarming revelation that perfectly aligns with BMG-Global's mission to deliver meaningful faith-based content that resonates with audiences of all ages. 'Children are naturally curious about big questions; this film meets them where they are,' said Steve Bulzoni, EVP of BMG-Global. 'THE GREATEST THING EVER: A GARDEN CARTOON MOVIE' embodies our mission to create faith-based entertainment that children connect with emotionally. Lenny and Lucy's discovery about what truly matters in life speaks directly to the spiritual growth we hope to nurture in young audiences.' 'As the demand for content that bridges entertainment with spiritual themes increases, 'THE GREATEST THING EVER: A GARDEN CARTOON MOVIE' is another example of how BMG-Global is addressing that audience's need,' said Hartman. 'This movie encompasses all the components that family audiences enjoy and that I have become known for over the past couple of decades: adventure, spectacle, humor, working towards a goal, suspense – all fortified by foundational messages of family connection and positive values. I'm thrilled with the result, and I think families all around the world will be too.' The film's premise sends the lovable animal protagonists on an imaginative journey, considering various possibilities for what 'The Greatest Thing Ever' might be—from hidden treasure and royal crowns to cosmic adventures and prehistoric wonders. As their quest unfolds, viewers are treated to breathtaking animated visuals and heartwarming moments that ultimately reveal the spiritual message at the heart of the story. Created, executive produced, and directed by Hartman, the film features an impressive voice cast including James Arnold Taylor (The King of Kings, Star Wars: The Clone Wars), Cristina Milizia (The Casagrandes), Brian Stivale (Return), and renowned iHeart radio personality Delilah (host of the nationally syndicated radio program reaching millions of listeners nightly), with Katie Leigh (Muppet Babies) and Hillary Phillips (The Big Blue Book) rounding out the ensemble. The creative team includes Ramiro Olmos as Creative Director, Nick Kalmar and Stephen Picher as Co-Directors, with Producer Taylor Bradbury, p.g.a., alongside Executive Producer Julieann Hartman. 'THE GREATEST THING EVER: A GARDEN CARTOON MOVIE' comes from Garden Productions. The July release positions 'THE GREATEST THING EVER: A GARDEN CARTOON MOVIE' as counterprogramming to summer blockbusters, offering families a value-based alternative during the competitive season. 'This project invites viewers to 'discover where the Gospel grows' through characters and storytelling that appeal across generations,' Bulzoni added. 'We believe Butch Hartman's creative vision and BMG's distribution mission create the perfect partnership to deliver this important message to families this summer.' The film arrives as part of BMG-Global's expanding slate of carefully curated projects that examine faith questions in today's world while providing authentic spiritual content with depth and accessibility. With its colorful animation, recognizable voice talent, and uplifting message, 'THE GREATEST THING EVER: A GARDEN CARTOON MOVIE' aims to become a perennial family favorite in the faith-based entertainment market. 'THE GREATEST THING EVER: A GARDEN CARTOON MOVIE' will be available on major digital platforms and DVD beginning July 1, 2025. Melissa Anschutz 1Pulse Marketing +1 616-836-5362 email us here Visit us on social media: YouTube Instagram Facebook TikTok X LinkedIn Legal Disclaimer: EIN Presswire provides this news content 'as is' without warranty of any kind. We do not accept any responsibility or liability for the accuracy, content, images, videos, licenses, completeness, legality, or reliability of the information contained in this article. If you have any complaints or copyright issues related to this article, kindly contact the author above.
The Star
30-04-2025
- Business
- The Star
Comfy homes within reach
KUALA LUMPUR: Affordable homes should not simply be 'pigeonholes' but instead must be comfortable to live in, says Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim. 'We have to make changes,' the Prime Minister said, adding that upcoming affordable home developments would have the necessary amenities, including parks and swimming pools. 'We have thought about all this to the best of our ability.' He said the government would be able to realise this as there is no money wasted to corruption. 'There is money to be returned to the people,' he added, at the groundbreaking ceremony of the Rumah Belia Madani and Rumah Mampu Milik developed by BMG Global Sdn Bhd here yesterday. He said there are affordable housing complexes that have not been upgraded since the 1960s and some that have remained the same since his first stint in government more than two decades ago. Anwar reiterated that the focus of his tenure would not be on building skyscrapers but instead on developing meaningful projects for the people, especially homes. 'Development is not about skyscrapers or mega projects. It must be meaningful to the people,' he added. He said over 80% of Kuala Lumpur residents buy meals from small restaurants or stalls, while only a small number could afford to feast at luxury hotels. 'If that is the case, why is it that when it comes to development, we give less attention to projects that would benefit the masses?' he asked. Therefore, he said the government's focus should be on developing projects that would cater to the needs and interests of the people. The Rumah Belia Madani project will feature 1,048 residential units and be equipped with a community hall, surau, laundrette and stalls, and even vehicle charging ports. A mosque named after the late former Domestic Trade and Cost of Living Minister, Datuk Seri Salahuddin Ayub, will also be built. BMG Global will also be developing 1,996 units of affordable homes in Kuala Lumpur. Anwar said he wants the project to be implemented as soon as possible and that there should be no delays. Housing and Local Government Minister Nga Kor Ming, who was also present at yesterday's event, said the homes will be equipped with solar panels. 'After the project is (completed) successfully, the company will hand over 1,048 units which cost RM115mil to the government for free,' he added. 'We will set a reasonable rental rate for the project. '(For) one square foot, we only charge one ringgit in rent in Kuala Lumpur.' Nga said BMG Global had bagged the project through an open tender project which 10 companies had bid for. He said the government is also on track to hit the target of constructing half a million affordable homes under the 12th Malaysia Plan, after having built 468,000 units. 'As of this afternoon (yesterday) we have achieved 468,000 units, which is about 95%,' he said. He added that Anwar will also launch the biggest affordable housing project in Penang, which is set to feature over 80,000 units. Additionally, the Bandar Madani project, which is expected to be launched at the end of this year, will feature some 13,000 units. 'With this, the target will be achieved,' he said.
The Star
29-04-2025
- Business
- The Star
Almost 470,000 affordable homes built under 12MP, says Nga
KUALA LUMPUR: Putrajaya is on track to hit its target of constructing half a million affordable homes under the 12th Malaysia Plan, says Nga Kor Ming. "As of Tuesday (April 29) we have built 468,000 units, which is about 95% (of the goal)," said the Housing and Local Government Minister. He said that in June, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim will launch the biggest affordable housing project in Penang with over 80,000 units. He also said the Bandar Madani project, expected to be launched at the end of the year, will feature some 13,000 units. "With this, the target will be achieved," he said at the ground-breaking ceremony of the Rumah Belia Madani and Rumah Mampu Milik project developed by BMG Global Sdn Bhd in Batu on Tuesday. Nga said the homes developed by BMG Global would be equipped with solar panels, a mosque named after the late domestic trade and cost of living minister Datuk Seri Salahuddin Ayub and Madani stalls. "After the project is completed successfully, the company will hand over 1,048 units costing RM115mil to the government for free," he said, adding they would set a reasonable rental rate of RM1 per square foot for each house. Nga said BMG Global bagged the project through an open tender project, beating out bids from 10 companies. The company will develop 1,996 units of affordable housing and 1,048 units of Rumah Belia Madani in Kuala Lumpur.
The Star
29-04-2025
- Business
- The Star
Affordable homes should not be just 'pigeonholes', says Anwar
KUALA LUMPUR: Affordable homes should not simply be 'pigeonholes ' (sarang burung) that are not equipped with the necessary amenities such as playgrounds, says Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim adding that such homes must also be comfortable to live in. 'We have to make changes,' the Prime Minister said at the ground-breaking ceremony for Rumah Belia Madani and Rumah Mampu Milik developed by BMG Global here on Tuesday (April 29). He said upcoming developments of affordable homes would have the necessary amenities including swimming pools. 'We have thought about all this (aspects) to the best of our ability,' he said. He said the government would be able to realise this as there is no money wasted on corruption. 'There is money to be returned to the people,' he added. He noted that there are affordable housing complexes that have not been upgraded since the 1960s and some that have remained the same since his first stint in government more than two decades ago. Anwar reiterated that the focus of his tenure would not be on building skyscrapers but instead the aim was to develop meaningful projects for the people, especially homes. 'Development is not about skyscrapers or mega projects but it must be meaningful to the people,' he said. He said over 80% of Kuala Lumpur residents buy meals from small restaurants or stalls, while only a small amount could afford to feast at luxury hotels. 'If that is the case, why, when it comes to development, do we give less attention to projects that would benefit the masses?' he asked. Therefore, he said the government's focus should be on developing projects that would cater to the needs of the people and protecting the interest of the people. BMG Global would be developing 1,996 units of affordable housing and 1,048 units of Rumah Belia Madani (RBM) in Kuala Lumpur. Earlier reports on the project had stated that the RBM units would be built on a cross-subsidy basis by the Housing and Local Government Ministry and BMG Global. The sales profits being used to build RBM units are a return in kind to the government. Anwar said he wants the project to be implemented as soon as possible, adding that there should be no delays to it. He added that he would also monitor the progress of projects launched.
