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Daily Mirror
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Disney fans say same thing as they discover age of iconic Pixar film
The hit Pixar movie is celebrating a major anniversary today Fans of Finding Nemo might be gobsmacked to realise just how old Oscar-winning flick is turning today. First hitting American cinemas on May 30, 2003, the Pixar masterpiece is now marking its 22nd anniversary, leaving its fans in shock. Helmed by the acclaimed director and voice artist Andrew Stanton, the tale charts the journey of clownfish Marlin (voiced by Albert Brooks) as he searches the ocean for his kidnapped son Nemo (Alexander Gould). Joined by the forgetful blue tang Dory (Ellen DeGeneres), the duo embarks on an epic underwater odyssey. At its heart, this touching story explores themes of kinship and camaraderie, alongside the trials and tribulations of parenting, reports the Mirror US. The film boasts a glittering ensemble including Willem Dafoe, Brad Garrett, and Oscar laureate Allison Janney. Upon hitting cinemas, the animated gem received a rapturous reception, securing four nods at the 76th Academy Awards. Nominated for Best Original Screenplay, Best Original Score, Best Sound Editing, and Best Animated Feature, it was Stanton who snagged the Oscar for Best Animated Feature, earning his first Oscar win. The accolades for Finding Nemo didn't end with the Oscars; the family comedy also clinched an exceptional 99 per cent rating on Rotten Tomatoes, hailed by reviewers as "breathtakingly lovely and grounded by the stellar efforts of a well-chosen cast." Viewers have been celebrating the major milestone, with many expressing their disbelief at how many years have passed since the film landed in cinemas. In a thread celebrating the occasion by @FilmUpdates, fans are sharing their shock, some noting that they are even younger than the beloved movie. "The film that defined my whole childhood. ALSO JESUS F*** THIS MOVIE'S TWO YEARS OLDER THAN ME," one fan exclaimed. Echoing the disbelief, another one shared: "HOW LONG AGO?!" A third simply expressed their shock with: "Twenty Two?!?" "Oh god I remember watching this in theatres," confessed another. A different fan questioned: "Wdym [what do you mean] 22 years?" As well as their surprise, enthusiasts are heaping praise on the enduring comedy hit. "One of the best Pixar movies," declared a cinema buff. Another admirer added their voice, saying: "Kinda the greatest film ever."
Yahoo
19-05-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
A Bill Requiring State Prisons to Have Air Conditioning Has Passed
Marlin, TX (FOX 44) – The Texas House has passed a bill that would require state prisons to have air conditioning. The bill would require the Texas Department of Criminal Justice to install air conditioning at each of its facilities by the end of 2032. The TDCJ will install climate control units in three phases, each covering around one-third of the facilities they control. Experts suggest that the lack of air conditioning in correctional facilities poses significant health and safety risks for inmates and staff because of the state's extreme heat conditions. In an exclusive interview only on Fox44 News, I spoke with an ex-inmate who served her time in Marlin's Hobby Unit. She says the summer months were deadly with no air conditioning. 'I'm upstairs, the top floor, and we're in a metal building, it's like extremely hot. It gets up to 150 degrees. They have little fans downstairs but not for upstairs. I mean we are criminals, but we are human. They treat us like dogs….and people are dying, they're killing us,'said former inmate Vanessa Parker. Each phase is expected to cost around $100 million with the first required to be completed by December 31, 2028. The second phase would be completed by 2030, with the remaining facilities being complete by dec. 31, 2032. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
14-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
RGR Q1 Earnings Call: Flat Sales in Weak Market, Focus Remains on Innovation and Capacity
American firearm manufacturing company Ruger (NYSE:RGR) fell short of the market's revenue expectations in Q1 CY2025, with sales flat year on year at $135.7 million. Its non-GAAP profit of $0.46 per share was 29.2% below analysts' consensus estimates. Is now the time to buy RGR? Find out in our full research report (it's free). Revenue: $135.7 million vs analyst estimates of $148 million (flat year on year, 8.3% miss) Adjusted EPS: $0.46 vs analyst expectations of $0.65 (29.2% miss) Adjusted EBITDA: $14.3 million vs analyst estimates of $18.71 million (10.5% margin, 23.6% miss) Operating Margin: 6.2%, in line with the same quarter last year Free Cash Flow Margin: 7.4%, up from 4.1% in the same quarter last year Market Capitalization: $612.4 million Ruger's first quarter results reflected the impact of a challenging firearms market, with management citing pressure across handguns, rifles, and shotguns. CEO Todd Seyfert emphasized that while industry-wide retail sales declined, Ruger's own performance held steady, supported by demand for recent new product introductions such as the RXM pistol and the Marlin lever-action rifles. Seyfert highlighted operational improvements and the company's ability to adapt production levels to market conditions, noting, 'Our flexible manufacturing model allowed us to adjust production based on demand while maintaining our focus on safety, quality, delivery, and cost.' Looking forward, management outlined plans to accelerate new product launches and expand production capacity, even as broader consumer demand remains uncertain. Seyfert described a 'full pipeline of roadmaps for our product categories' and indicated that capital investments would support getting new models to market faster. He acknowledged industry headwinds but projected that Ruger's financial discipline and U.S.-centric supply chain would help the company maintain stability and pursue growth opportunities, stating, 'We actually feel that we have opportunity to go out in certain categories, be more aggressive, take share, and we have the balance sheet to do that.' Management attributed Ruger's flat sales to continued demand for new products and operational adaptability in a declining market. They also highlighted ongoing investments intended to improve long-term competitiveness. Leadership Transition: The quarter marked Todd Seyfert's first as CEO, following Chris Killoy's retirement. Seyfert has prioritized maintaining Ruger's culture of quality and operational discipline during the transition. Industry-wide Demand Weakness: Management pointed to a nearly 10% year-on-year decline in overall U.S. retail firearm unit sales, with Ruger's results outperforming this trend by remaining flat. Seyfert noted, 'Although the firearms industry may be cyclical, Ruger does not have to be.' New Product Contribution: New product sales made up 31.6% of quarterly revenue. High-demand launches included the RXM pistol, second-generation Ruger American rifle, and Marlin lever-action rifles, indicating ongoing customer interest in recently introduced models. Flexible Manufacturing and Supply Chain: Ruger's U.S.-based manufacturing footprint and sourcing insulated the company from immediate tariff impacts. The company increased raw material inventories to buffer against potential supply disruptions and cost increases. Capital Investment Plans: Management discussed higher capital expenditures—potentially exceeding $30 million for the year—to support faster new product introductions, capacity expansion, and manufacturing upgrades. Seyfert stated, 'We will be more aggressive in terms of the pace of the launches.' Management expects near-term performance to be shaped by ongoing market headwinds, but plans to pursue growth through accelerated product launches, operational investments, and market share gains. Accelerated Product Launches: The company plans to increase the pace of new firearm introductions, aiming to capture customer interest and respond quickly to shifting market preferences. This approach is designed to offset weak industry demand. Capacity Expansion and Efficiency: Planned investments in production capacity and manufacturing upgrades are intended to improve output and reduce production bottlenecks. Management believes this will position Ruger to capitalize on future market recovery and consumer trends. Monitoring Industry Risks: Management acknowledged risks from persistent weak consumer demand, potential supply chain disruptions, and the impact of tariffs. While immediate effects are limited, the company is closely watching input costs and inventory dynamics to maintain margin stability. Rommel Dionisio (Aegis Capital): Asked if higher capital spending signals a more aggressive pace of new product launches. Seyfert confirmed, 'We will be more aggressive in terms of the pace of the launches.' Rommel Dionisio (Aegis Capital): Inquired about marketing and sales investment impact on profitability. Seyfert said near-term spending would be capital-focused, with expense increases tied to future growth in new product introductions. Rommel Dionisio (Aegis Capital): Questioned which product categories offer the most significant launch opportunities. Seyfert declined specifics but stated the pipeline is robust across all platforms. Mark Smith (Lake Street): Asked about the RXM pistol's effect on average selling price (ASP). Seyfert noted a short-term impact from the ramp-up, expecting stabilization as production levels out. Mark Smith (Lake Street): Probed confidence behind capacity expansion amid weak demand. Seyfert cited a combination of strong new product roadmaps and the ability to invest aggressively due to Ruger's solid balance sheet. Looking ahead, the StockStory team will be monitoring (1) the pace and commercial reception of new product launches across Ruger's core and emerging platforms, (2) the effectiveness of capital investments in boosting production efficiency and meeting demand, and (3) any signs of improvement or further deterioration in broader U.S. firearms market trends. Updates on supply chain stability and tariff impacts will also be important indicators of future performance. Ruger currently trades at a forward EV-to-EBITDA ratio of 11.3×. Should you double down or take your chips? See for yourself in our free research report. 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Edinburgh Live
13-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Edinburgh Live
Cast of popular animation Finding Nemo now from tragic death to ditching acting
Our community members are treated to special offers, promotions and adverts from us and our partners. You can check out at any time. More info Disney's Pixar studios hit a milestone with the multi-award-winning Finding Nemo, which became a cherished part of many childhoods thanks to its groundbreaking animation. The film follows Marlin's quest to find his missing son, taking him on an adventure through and beyond the ocean, meeting a host of characters voiced by a star-studded cast. But what has happened to the cast of Finding Nemo more than 20 years after its 2003 release? Albert Brooks - Marlin Taking the role as the lead character, Marlin, Brooks voices the clownfish in his desperate search for his son. Outside of Finding Nemo, Brooks is no stranger to voice acting, he's picked up credits on The Secret Life of Pets and various roles on The Simpsons over the years. He came back in 2016 to reprise his role in Finding Dory, but outside animation, he appeared in some big-budget films. He's picked up credits in Taxi Driver, Drive and Concussion, but now, aged 77, has dialled his appearances back slightly. (Image: Jason LaVeris/FilmMagic) A huge name in the industry for his work as a comedian and a filmmaker, in 2023, a documentary, Albert Brooks: Defending My Life, was released with interviews with Larry David, Ben Stiller and Conan O'Brien all sharing stories about working with Brooks. Ellen DeGeneres - Dory (Image: AFP via Getty Images) Bringing her a memorable performance to the forgetful Dory, DeGeneres picked up a few other acting credits during her career but became much more famous from her wildly popular talk show, The Ellen DeGeneres Show, which aired across 19 seasons with 3294 episodes. The show wrapped up in 2022, but after being "cancelled" for allegations that she created a toxic workplace on her show and the star moved to the Cotswolds for a quieter life alongside her wife, Portia De Rossi. The pair are thought to live in the same village as Jeremy Clarkson and are known to drop into his pub in the quiet Oxfordshire village. Alexander Gould - Nemo (Image: Sipa/REX/Shutterstock) Just nine when he voiced the film's title character Nemo, but now, more than 20 years later, he has taken a step back from acting. After the Pixar classic, the former child star picked up a role in the comedy TV series Weeds, but when that came off the air in 2012, Gould was now 18 when he chose to attend college over continuing to pursue acting. In Finding Dory, he picked up a cameo as delivery truck driver, Carl, but was recast as the lead role. Speaking on Good Morning America, Gould said: "People ask me to do the voice and then I have to explain that I was, you know, 9 years old and my voice has changed a little bit since then." Willem Dafoe - Gill (Image: Getty Images for BAFTA) Dafoe played the wise, old and crafty fish Gill, stuck in a dentist's fish tank, and Nemo finds himself stranded in it. Since his smaller role in the film, Dafoe has gone on to become one of the most recognisable actors of the past few decades. He has earned four Oscar nominations for his roles in Platoon, Shadow of the Vampire, The Florida Project and At Eternity's Gate, but also gained fame for his parts as the Green Goblin in the Tobey Maguire Spider-Man films. Geoffrey Rush - Nigel Playing the lovable and extremely Australian pelican, Nigel, the Oscar-winner went under the radar and marked a much more casual role for the award-winning actor. He may be best known for his roles as Shakespeare in Love, Quills, The King's Speech and the Pirates of the Caribbean movies. Joe Ranft - Jacques The writer and voice actors played the lovable and eccentric French shrimp who is obsessed with the fish tank's hygiene. Known more for his writing talents, Ranft played a big part in the creation of Toy Story, for which he also earned an Oscar for Best Original Screenplay. He also helped write the story for A Bug's Life, Toy Story 2 and Cars. The writer was killed in a car accident in 2005, with the Pixar film he was working on becoming dedicated to his memory. Andrew Stanton - Crush Stanton was the director and co-writer of the original film, but also picked up a voice-acting role as the surfer-dude sea turtle crush. In his 20 years since the film he directed, Wall-E, Finding Dory, as well as a host of TV episodes. He remains at the studio where he is now the Creative Vice President.
Daily Record
13-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Record
Cast of Finding Nemo now from tragic death and ditching fame to huge stardom
The hit Pixar film played a key role in many of our childhood's but since its release in 2003 many of the A-list cast have had a change in career The multi-award-winning Finding Nemo was a landmark film for Disney's Pixar studios, becoming a much-loved part of many people's childhood with it's animation way ahead of its time. Marlin's mission to search the sea for his lost son finds him trekking through the ocean and, at times beyond, meeting a wide array of characters that created a huge cast full of big names. But more than 20 years since its release in 2003, the cast's careers have gone-off in several different directions - so what happened to the cast of Finding Nemo: Albert Brooks - Marlin Taking the role as the lead character, Marlin, Brooks voices the clownfish in his desperate search for his son. Outside of Finding Nemo, Brooks is no stranger to voice acting, he's picked up credits on The Secret Life of Pets and various roles on The Simpsons over the years. He came back in 2016 to reprise his role in Finding Dory, but outside animation, he appeared in some big-budget films. He's picked up credits in Taxi Driver, Drive and Concussion, but now, aged 77, has dialled his appearances back slightly. A huge name in the industry for his work as a comedian and a filmmaker, in 2023, a documentary, Albert Brooks: Defending My Life, was released with interviews with Larry David, Ben Stiller and Conan O'Brien all sharing stories about working with Brooks. Ellen DeGeneres - Dory Bringing her a memorable performance to the forgetful Dory, DeGeneres picked up a few other acting credits during her career but became much more famous from her wildly popular talk show, The Ellen DeGeneres Show, which aired across 19 seasons with 3294 episodes. The show wrapped up in 2022, but after being "cancelled" for allegations that she created a toxic workplace on her show and the star moved to the Cotswolds for a quieter life alongside her wife, Portia De Rossi. The pair are thought to live in the same village as Jeremy Clarkson and are known to drop into his pub in the quiet Oxfordshire village. Alexander Gould - Nemo Just nine when he voiced the film's title character Nemo, but now, more than 20 years later, he has taken a step back from acting. After the Pixar classic, the former child star picked up a role in the comedy TV series Weeds, but when that came off the air in 2012, Gould was now 18 when he chose to attend college over continuing to pursue acting. In Finding Dory, he picked up a cameo as delivery truck driver, Carl, but was recast as the lead role. Speaking on Good Morning America, Gould said: "People ask me to do the voice and then I have to explain that I was, you know, 9 years old and my voice has changed a little bit since then." Willem Dafoe - Gill Dafoe played the wise, old and crafty fish Gill, stuck in a dentist's fish tank, and Nemo finds himself stranded in it. Since his smaller role in the film, Dafoe has gone on to become one of the most recognisable actors of the past few decades. He has earned four Oscar nominations for his roles in Platoon, Shadow of the Vampire, The Florida Project and At Eternity's Gate, but also gained fame for his parts as the Green Goblin in the Tobey Maguire Spider-Man films. Geoffrey Rush - Nigel Playing the lovable and extremely Australian pelican, Nigel, the Oscar-winner went under the radar and marked a much more casual role for the award-winning actor. He may be best known for his roles as Shakespeare in Love, Quills, The King's Speech and the Pirates of the Caribbean movies. Joe Ranft - Jacques The writer and voice actors played the lovable and eccentric French shrimp who is obsessed with the fish tank's hygiene. Known more for his writing talents, Ranft played a big part in the creation of Toy Story, for which he also earned an Oscar for Best Original Screenplay. He also helped write the story for A Bug's Life, Toy Story 2 and Cars. The writer was killed in a car accident in 2005, with the Pixar film he was working on becoming dedicated to his memory. Andrew Stanton - Crush Stanton was the director and co-writer of the original film, but also picked up a voice-acting role as the surfer-dude sea turtle crush. In his 20 years since the film he directed, Wall-E, Finding Dory, as well as a host of TV episodes. He remains at the studio where he is now the Creative Vice President.
