EXCLUSIVE behind the scenes of Zootropolis, Disney’s animal talking comedy adventure with film directors Byron Howard & Rich Moore

Mar 12 2016

I was recently star-struck when I met two of the most successful animation directors of this decade, Byron Howard (Tangled, Bolt) and Rich Moore (Wreck-It Ralph, The Simpsons), who came to London to promote their latest film Zootropolis, which is one of the best comedy adventures Disney has ever produced. In this exclusive interview they reveal lots of behind the scenes anecdotes.

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Film Heads Up: MARVEL’S CAPTAIN AMERICA: CIVIL WAR (29 April 2016)

Mar 09 2016
CAPTAIN AMERICA: CIVIL WAR

In the run up to the launch of new superheros’ movie MARVEL’S CAPTAIN AMERICA: CIVIL WAR, Disney has launched a great teaser campaign with fantastic looking posters – especially for all those Avengers’ fans out there (including London Mums and Kids Club). The unthinkable seems to happen in the Avengers’ world: they fight against each other and obviously take sides either with Captain America or with Iron Man. Frankly it would be very difficult for me to choose. But having said that, I cannot wait to see Ant Man and Spiderman back in action. What about you? Check the various new teams here and let us know your choice. I will be reporting on this movie ahead of release so watch this space for more superheros’ news. 

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Film Review – Divergent:Allegiant

Mar 07 2016

It may not be official, but this March seems like Sequels Month. The latest from Batman and Superman arrives just before Easter, as does My Big Fat Greek Wedding 2 and Kung Fu Panda 3 is out at the end of this week. It’s getting crowded. First out of the blocks, however, is the latest in the post-dystopian series, Divergent:Allegiant.

It’s the third in the franchise and arrives in cinemas this Thursday, 10 March 2016. London Mums’ resident film critic, Freda Cooper, tries to find some signs of life.

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