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Film review: Elio (Disney/Pixar, 2025)

Pixar has a long tradition of delivering heartfelt, visually stunning animated stories, and Elio, their latest offering directed by Adrian Molina (co-director of Coco), continues this legacy with a vibrant space adventure full of emotion, humour and cosmic imagination. At the heart of the story is 11-year-old Elio Solis, an introverted and wildly imaginative boy who unexpectedly becomes the…
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Film review: How To Train Your Dragon (live-action) starring Gerard Butler

London Mums Magazine was delighted to be invited to the preview of the latest release of How to Train Your Dragon at the BFI IMAX in central London. Guests were warmly welcomed by a lively Viking-themed reception featuring axe throwing, face painting, a tattoo artist, and an abundance of delicious treats. The new How To Train Your Dragon movie soars onto the big screen with a fresh…
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Film review: Disney's Lilo & Stitch (2025)

Disney’s Lilo & Stitch (2025), a lovable, laugh-out-loud live action reboot, is set to be the best family film of the summer. Rating: 8/10 – London Mums & Kids Club. Walt Disney’s long-awaited live-action remake of Lilo & Stitch crash-lands into UK cinemas on 21 May 2025 – and it’s already being hailed as the ultimate family film of the summer. With its heartwarming…
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Paws Up, Mamas! Gabby’s Dollhouse is headed to the Big Screen!

Watch the trailer, meet the stars, and mark your calendars – this is one magical movie you won’t want to miss! Calling all mums of mini moggies – the sparkly, crafty, giggle-packed world of Gabby’s Dollhouse is leaping from your living room to the silver screen! DreamWorks Animation has just dropped the official trailer for Gabby’s Dollhouse: The Movie and it’s serving up pure…
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Film Review: Thunderbolts - Marvel's Anti-Hero Adventure Hits the Mark

On Tuesday 29th April, London Mums Magazine was invited to Leicester Square for an exclusive preview of Marvel’s much-anticipated release Thunderbolts, directed by the talented Jake Schreier. Expectations were high – and somehow, the film still managed to surpass them. Thunderbolts carves out its own space in the Marvel Cinematic Universe by delivering a fresh tone: a sharp blend of…
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Toys With a Mission: New Study Reveals 3 in 4 Parents Want Toys That Teach Kindness – and Care Bears Are Leading the Charge

What makes a good toy? New research reveals that almost 3 out of every 4 parents or grandparents (71%) want toys with principles and positive values. Toys that care – about their friends, about the planet and themselves too. One toy brand has been doing that for over forty years.The Care Bears. Togetherness, tolerance, inclusiveness, sustainability – we expect a whole lot…
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The King of Kings - From a Dickens “Hidden Gem” Comes Easter’s Biggest Animation Starring Pierce Brosnan & Acting Royalty

The King of Kings, the eagerly anticipated animated family film, arrived in cinemas on April 11th to a record-breaking opening weekend – and it’s continuing to captivate audiences nationwide. With a stellar cast including Oscar winners and acting royalty, it’s fast becoming this year’s unmissable Easter film. Blending breathtaking animation with a powerful and engaging narrative, The…
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Film Review: Sinners starring Michael B. Jordan

On Tuesday 15th April, London Mums Magazine was invited to an exclusive preview of the highly anticipated new film Sinners, starring Michael B. Jordan and directed by Ryan Coogler. From the opening scene, this hauntingly atmospheric story gripped me entirely. Set against the backdrop of a small Mississippi hometown, the setting itself takes on a life of its own, becoming a character within the…
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