Ashley Carter
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Journalist turned digital creator. Posts about theme parks, movies, TV, business, pop culture and other interests.
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The review embargo has lifted, so here's my full review of Zootopia 2:
Zootopia 2 - Movie Review (Disney)
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November 25, 2025 at 5:57 PM
The review embargo has lifted, so here's my full review of Zootopia 2:
Marty Supreme is a wild and chaotic ride. An anxiety-inducing drama, with razor-sharp dialogue and laugh-out-loud humor. Loved the 80s inspired score. Timothée Chalamet is electric and delivers one of the best performances of his career. #filmsky
November 25, 2025 at 3:20 AM
Marty Supreme is a wild and chaotic ride. An anxiety-inducing drama, with razor-sharp dialogue and laugh-out-loud humor. Loved the 80s inspired score. Timothée Chalamet is electric and delivers one of the best performances of his career. #filmsky
Walt Disney Imagineering has revealed a new free-roaming robotic Olaf figure coming to World of Frozen at Disneyland Paris and Hong Kong Disneyland.
November 24, 2025 at 5:42 PM
Walt Disney Imagineering has revealed a new free-roaming robotic Olaf figure coming to World of Frozen at Disneyland Paris and Hong Kong Disneyland.
Wicked: For Good pulled in $150 million (domestic), $226 million (worldwide) at the box office on opening weekend. That's the biggest debut ever for a Broadway musical adaptation.
November 23, 2025 at 4:12 PM
Wicked: For Good pulled in $150 million (domestic), $226 million (worldwide) at the box office on opening weekend. That's the biggest debut ever for a Broadway musical adaptation.
Zootopia 2 is excellent. A worthy sequel that doesn't lose the charm or heart of the first movie. The story is sharp. The new characters are fun. The movie zips by and is absolutely hilarious. So many pop culture references, animal puns and gags. This exceeded my expectations.
November 22, 2025 at 7:56 PM
Zootopia 2 is excellent. A worthy sequel that doesn't lose the charm or heart of the first movie. The story is sharp. The new characters are fun. The movie zips by and is absolutely hilarious. So many pop culture references, animal puns and gags. This exceeded my expectations.
A Fraggle Rock show is coming to Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex next month. 'Fraggle Rock: A Space-y Adventure' will feature full-body costumed walk-around versions of the Fraggles as well as puppet versions of the Doozers that were created by Jim Henson's Creature Shop.
November 20, 2025 at 3:08 PM
A Fraggle Rock show is coming to Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex next month. 'Fraggle Rock: A Space-y Adventure' will feature full-body costumed walk-around versions of the Fraggles as well as puppet versions of the Doozers that were created by Jim Henson's Creature Shop.
Universal Orlando has released the dates for Mardi Gras: International Flavors of Carnaval. The event returns to Universal Studios Florida from Feb. 7-April 4, 2026.
November 20, 2025 at 2:31 PM
Universal Orlando has released the dates for Mardi Gras: International Flavors of Carnaval. The event returns to Universal Studios Florida from Feb. 7-April 4, 2026.
Seeing Double: Madame Tussauds has unveiled a wax figure of actor Jeff Goldblum. The figure will be on display at Madame Tussauds Orlando in December.
November 20, 2025 at 1:44 PM
Seeing Double: Madame Tussauds has unveiled a wax figure of actor Jeff Goldblum. The figure will be on display at Madame Tussauds Orlando in December.
Mattel has announced plans to develop indoor water parks at five locations, with Orlando targeted as first for this new concept.
Each Mattel Wonder Indoor Waterpark will feature attractions themed to different Mattel brands such as Barbie and Hot Wheels.
Each Mattel Wonder Indoor Waterpark will feature attractions themed to different Mattel brands such as Barbie and Hot Wheels.
November 19, 2025 at 3:43 PM
Mattel has announced plans to develop indoor water parks at five locations, with Orlando targeted as first for this new concept.
Each Mattel Wonder Indoor Waterpark will feature attractions themed to different Mattel brands such as Barbie and Hot Wheels.
Each Mattel Wonder Indoor Waterpark will feature attractions themed to different Mattel brands such as Barbie and Hot Wheels.
#IAAPAExpo: SeaWorld Orlando has shared a first look at SEAQuest: Legends of the Deep, the suspended dark ride it plans to open in 2026. www.fox35orlando.com/news/seaworl...
November 19, 2025 at 12:42 PM
#IAAPAExpo: SeaWorld Orlando has shared a first look at SEAQuest: Legends of the Deep, the suspended dark ride it plans to open in 2026. www.fox35orlando.com/news/seaworl...
Wicked: For Good is wonderful. An emotional, intense second act that delivers in ways that will satisfy fans. Cynthia Erivo is a force and Ariana Grande is amazing. The songs are great and 'No Good Deed' will give you chills. A few pacing issues, but otherwise overall good time.
November 18, 2025 at 3:24 AM
Wicked: For Good is wonderful. An emotional, intense second act that delivers in ways that will satisfy fans. Cynthia Erivo is a force and Ariana Grande is amazing. The songs are great and 'No Good Deed' will give you chills. A few pacing issues, but otherwise overall good time.
A new look at ‘The Mandalorian & Grogu;’ in theaters May 22, 2026. (via Empire Magazine)
November 17, 2025 at 4:38 PM
A new look at ‘The Mandalorian & Grogu;’ in theaters May 22, 2026. (via Empire Magazine)
Wicked has taken over Roku City (the Roku screensaver) ahead of the release of Wicked: For Good in theaters.
November 16, 2025 at 3:33 AM
Wicked has taken over Roku City (the Roku screensaver) ahead of the release of Wicked: For Good in theaters.
A new Star Trek movie is in the works at Paramount. Jonathan Goldstein and John Francis Daley (the duo behind 'Dungeons & Dragons') are set to write, direct and produce the movie.
November 14, 2025 at 6:59 PM
A new Star Trek movie is in the works at Paramount. Jonathan Goldstein and John Francis Daley (the duo behind 'Dungeons & Dragons') are set to write, direct and produce the movie.
First looks at Tom Holland and Anne Hathaway in Christopher Nolan's 'The Odyssey' via Empire
November 14, 2025 at 6:19 PM
First looks at Tom Holland and Anne Hathaway in Christopher Nolan's 'The Odyssey' via Empire
Walt Disney Presents at Disney's Hollywood Studios now features an exhibit with props and costumes from holiday films like 'The Muppet Christmas Carol' and 'The Santa Clause.'
November 14, 2025 at 3:03 PM
Walt Disney Presents at Disney's Hollywood Studios now features an exhibit with props and costumes from holiday films like 'The Muppet Christmas Carol' and 'The Santa Clause.'
Candlelight Processional Update: Jennifer Garner is no longer one of the celebrity narrators this year. She's been replaced with Susan Egan (voice of Megara in 'Hercules') on Dec. 3 and 4.
November 13, 2025 at 8:20 PM
Candlelight Processional Update: Jennifer Garner is no longer one of the celebrity narrators this year. She's been replaced with Susan Egan (voice of Megara in 'Hercules') on Dec. 3 and 4.
A 'V for Vendetta' TV series is in the works at HBO. According to Variety, writer Pete Jackson ('Somewhere Boy') has been tapped to pen the scripts. DC Studios' James Gunn and Peter Safran will executive produce.
November 10, 2025 at 11:09 PM
A 'V for Vendetta' TV series is in the works at HBO. According to Variety, writer Pete Jackson ('Somewhere Boy') has been tapped to pen the scripts. DC Studios' James Gunn and Peter Safran will executive produce.
Remy's Ratatouille Adventure at EPCOT has temporarily closed for a brief refurbishment so that the attraction can be converted from 3D to 2D. The ride will reopen Nov. 14 with "enhanced digital visuals and clearer imagery."
November 10, 2025 at 10:17 PM
Remy's Ratatouille Adventure at EPCOT has temporarily closed for a brief refurbishment so that the attraction can be converted from 3D to 2D. The ride will reopen Nov. 14 with "enhanced digital visuals and clearer imagery."
Here's a first look at the Tower suite on the Disney Destiny. The Marvel-inspired suite is located in the ship's forward funnel and features design elements inspired by Tony Stark (aka Iron Man).
November 10, 2025 at 9:13 PM
Here's a first look at the Tower suite on the Disney Destiny. The Marvel-inspired suite is located in the ship's forward funnel and features design elements inspired by Tony Stark (aka Iron Man).
Disney has revealed the hero-inspired royal suites on the Disney Destiny. The four suites will feature either a Greco-Roman theme inspired by 'Hercules' or a mid-century modern design inspired by 'The Incredibles.'
November 10, 2025 at 9:00 PM
Disney has revealed the hero-inspired royal suites on the Disney Destiny. The four suites will feature either a Greco-Roman theme inspired by 'Hercules' or a mid-century modern design inspired by 'The Incredibles.'
Disney has shared a new look at the Grand Hall on the Disney Destiny cruise ship, which features a statue of Black Panther (T'Challa). The chandelier above is designed to look like Vibranium from Wakanda.
November 10, 2025 at 6:10 PM
Disney has shared a new look at the Grand Hall on the Disney Destiny cruise ship, which features a statue of Black Panther (T'Challa). The chandelier above is designed to look like Vibranium from Wakanda.
Volcano Bay will be closed Monday (Nov. 10) and Tuesday (Nov. 11) due to inclement weather, according to Universal.
The water park will also be closed Wednesday and Thursday, but those are previously scheduled seasonal closure dates.
Volcano Bay is expected to reopen Friday.
The water park will also be closed Wednesday and Thursday, but those are previously scheduled seasonal closure dates.
Volcano Bay is expected to reopen Friday.
November 10, 2025 at 11:46 AM
Volcano Bay will be closed Monday (Nov. 10) and Tuesday (Nov. 11) due to inclement weather, according to Universal.
The water park will also be closed Wednesday and Thursday, but those are previously scheduled seasonal closure dates.
Volcano Bay is expected to reopen Friday.
The water park will also be closed Wednesday and Thursday, but those are previously scheduled seasonal closure dates.
Volcano Bay is expected to reopen Friday.
Disney World has shared new photos of the renovated lobby at Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa.
November 5, 2025 at 10:15 PM
Disney World has shared new photos of the renovated lobby at Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa.
Netflix and Sony have finalized a deal for a sequel to 'K-Pop Demon Hunters' with plans to release it in 2029. (via Bloomberg)
November 5, 2025 at 8:04 PM
Netflix and Sony have finalized a deal for a sequel to 'K-Pop Demon Hunters' with plans to release it in 2029. (via Bloomberg)