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Disney faces $10 billion lawsuit over claims of stealing popular movie

LOS ANGELES -- An animator is suing the Walt Disney Company for $10 billion claiming the company stole the idea for “Moana” and the movie’s sequel, which was released in 2024. Animator Buck Woodall filed a lawsuit Jan. 10 against the Walt Disney Company …

Source: Cleveland.com - Ohio - Neutral
Published on Jan 15, 2025

A lawsuit against Google/YouTube over kids data collection moves forward (Bloomberg)

Google LLC and YouTube LLC must face some claims of a long-running proposed class action alleging they collected information concerning children who watched videos on their channels in violation of state privacy and consumer-protection laws. The plaintiffs …

Source: Kidscreen - Neutral
Published on Jan 15, 2025

BAFTA announces its 2025 film award nominees

The shortlist for the 2025 EE BAFTA Film Awards has been released, and kids & family features had a particularly strong showing. Aardman Animations’ Wallace & Gromit: Vengeance Most Fowl (pictured above) and DreamWorks Animation’s The Wild Robot …

Source: Kidscreen - Neutral
Published on Jan 15, 2025

Giordano Saudi Arabia launches “Giordano x Kung Fu Panda” collaboration to celebrate the New Year

The renowned global apparel retailer Giordano has unveiled its "Giordano x Kung Fu Panda" collaboration series to celebrate the New Year 2025. This marks Giordano's inaugural partnership with DreamWorks Animation’s beloved Kung Fu Panda …

Source: Saudi Gazette - Uncategorized
Published on Jan 15, 2025

Disney sued for $10 billion over Moana 2 copyright – Animator says they stole his ideas!

Auli'i Cravalho and Dwayne 'the Rock' Johnson smiling for pictures at the Moana 2 UK Premiere at Cineworld Leicester Square in London. Credit: Shutterstock, Fred Duval Animator demands justice in explosive $10 billion lawsuit against Disney: In …

Source: Euro Weekly News - Neutral
Published on Jan 15, 2025

Disney sued for $10B over ‘Moana,’ writer’s lawsuit cites ‘breathtaking’ similarities to his script

A filmmaker is suing the Walt Disney Co. for copyright infringement, claiming that the media conglomerate’s hit movies “Moana” and “Moana 2” copied substantial parts of a script he wrote. The lawsuit, filed Friday by Buck Woodall in California federal …

Source: New York Post - Right-wing
Published on Jan 15, 2025

Mufasa: The Lion King Worldwide Box Office: Less Than $6M Away From Becoming The 8th Highest-Grossing Film Of 2024!

Mufasa: The Lion King Worldwide Box Office: Set To Become The #8 Biggest Film Of 2024( Photo Credit – Instagram ) Mufasa: The Lion King is now performing better than Sonic the Hedgehog 3 at the box office. The animated feature is adamant about beating Kung …

Source: Koimoi - Neutral
Published on Jan 15, 2025

9 Most Underrated Jeff Goldblum Movies

2024 was a great year for Jeff Goldblum and 2025 is set to be equally good for him as he will reprise his role as The Wonderful Wizard of Oz in Wicked: For Good. Wicked has been nominated for over 50 awards across different organizations and grossed close …

Source: Movie Web - Neutral
Published on Jan 14, 2025

Writer sues Disney over 'breathtaking' parallels between his script and 'Moana'

A filmmaker is suing Disney over copyright infringement of the "Moana" franchise, claiming the films show several similarities to an idea he had worked on years ago. Buck Woodall, a writer, producer and artist, filed a lawsuit on Friday, Jan. 10, …

Source: News Chief - Florida - Label Pending
Published on Jan 14, 2025

Moana: Animator sues Disney for alleged copyright infringement

An animator is claiming that Moana 2, one of the biggest animations released by Disney in 2023, stole his idea The animator Buck Woodall is claiming that Disney creators also stole his creation for the first Moana Woodall says that his film and Moana share …

Source: TUKO - Neutral
Published on Jan 14, 2025

Disney Sued for $10 Billion by Animator Alleging ‘Moana’ Movies Plagiarized His Screenplay

The Walt Disney Company has been sued by an animator who claims the studio’s hit Moana and Moana 2 animated movies ripped off his original screenplay. He is seeking $10 billion — yes, “billion” with a “b” — in damages. In the suit filed Friday in a …

Source: Breitbart - Right-wing
Published on Jan 14, 2025

Disney is facing a US$10-billion Moana lawsuit

As Moana 2 gets ever-closer to earning US$1 billion at the box office, franchise owner Disney could be facing some choppy legal waters. A new lawsuit filed in a California federal court on Friday has accused the studio of stealing the core premise from …

Source: Kidscreen - Neutral
Published on Jan 14, 2025

Rockaway Theatre Company’s latest production brings ‘Shrek’ to life

Shrek the Musical Jr. is now playing at the Rockaway Theatre in Fort Tilden. Photos via Rockaway Theater Company/Facebook Sign up for our QNS email newsletter to get news, updates, and local insights delivered straight to your inbox! The Rockaway …

Source: QNS - New York - Neutral
Published on Jan 14, 2025

Why is Disney being sued for billions over 'Moana 2'?

Disney has been hit with a copyright lawsuit alleging that the popular Moana franchise was lifted from a decades-old screenplay without the writer's consent. The writer is now suing for $10billion in a new copyright claim. An animator is suing Disney …

Source: Euronews - Neutral
Published on Jan 14, 2025

Universal Kids Goes Dark in March, Making It the Latest Cable Network To Be Shut Down By NBCU

Universal Kids, the youth-oriented network that began life as the preschool-centric PBS Kids Sprout (and later, Sprout) before being rebranded as a destination for a wider age range in 2017, is shutting down, Variety has confirmed. The network is expected …

Source: Variety - Label Pending
Published on Jan 14, 2025

Google can’t shake class claims it invaded minors’ privacy through ads

A judge ruled that although claims of unjust enrichment won't stick, some related to federal privacy law will. SAN JOSE, Calif. (CN) — A judge allowed on Monday for privacy claims to survive dismissal in a class action against Google filed by minors …

Source: Courthouse News - Neutral
Published on Jan 14, 2025

NBCUniversal Shutting Down Universal Kids Cable Network

NBCUniversal, which has already been evaluating its stake in the declining pay-TV business, plans to shut down cable network Universal Kids. The move, slated to take effect March 6, comes as NBCU prepares to spin off most of its cable networks into a new, …

Source: Deadline - Neutral
Published on Jan 13, 2025

NBCUniversal is shutting down Universal Kids

Comcast subsidiary NBCUniversal has confirmed to Kidscreen that it will pull the plug on its Universal Kids channel on March 6. Formerly called Sprout, the net launched in 2005 as a preschool-focused joint-venture between PBS KIDS, Comcast and Sesame …

Source: Kidscreen - Neutral
Published on Jan 13, 2025

Disney being sued for billions over Moana claims

Disney is being sued over Moana and Moana 2, with an animator claiming the films copied plot points from one of their screenplays. Animator Buck Woodall filed a lawsuit in California federal court on Friday that claims Disney stole elements of a screenplay …

Source: Sky News - Neutral

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Published on January 16, 2025 - 13:38 GMT

Thin-Film Encapsulation (TFE) Market Size to Hit USD 549.27 Million at a CAGR of 19.5% by 2032 | Report by SNS Insider

The thin-film encapsulation (TFE) market growth, fueled by innovations in flexible electronics and organic light-emitting diode (OLED) technologies. AUSTIN, TX, UNITED STATES, January 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Market Size & Industry …

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Published on January 16, 2025 - 06:31 GMT

Transparent Conductive Films Market Expands with Advancements in Electronics and Renewable Energy | Scope By 2025

Transparent Conductive Films: Revolutionizing electronics with highly conductive and transparent film materials CALIFORNIA, CA, UNITED STATES, January 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- "𝐂𝐮𝐭𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠-𝐄𝐝𝐠𝐞 𝐒𝐨𝐥𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐄𝐧𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐁𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐌𝐚𝐤𝐞 …

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Published on January 16, 2025 - 13:27 GMT

Graphics Film Market Size Will Achieve USD 45.78 billion By 2033 – Data Analysis by Emergen Research

The graphics film market is expected to grow from an estimated USD 29.51 billion in 2024 to USD 45.78 billion in 2033, at a CAGR of 5.00%. VANCOUVER, BC, CANADA, January 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Graphics Film Market is expected to grow …

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Published on January 16, 2025 - 11:30 GMT

Polyester Film Market Size Expected to Hit US$ 56.1 Billion, with 5.7% CAGR by 2034 | Fact.MR Analysis

Rockville, MD , Jan. 16, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- According to Fact.MR, a market research and competitive intelligence provider, the global polyester film market is estimated to reach a valuation of US$ 32.2 billion in 2024 and is expected to grow at a …

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Published on January 15, 2025 - 10:00 GMT

The MiraBan Network Launches Support Programme for Emerging Filmmakers: Funding, Training and Career Development

The MiraBan community supports filmmakers by providing training, funding, and mentorship from experienced professionals GREATER LONDON, ENGLAND, LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, January 15, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- London, January 2025 – The MiraBan UK …

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Published on January 14, 2025 - 22:27 GMT

New Native American Curriculum and Documentary Film Illuminate the Life and Legacy of Chicago’s Billy Caldwell

This curriculum not only educates students about Caldwell's life but also encourages a more inclusive narrative about the history of the city and the Midwest.” CHICAGO, IL, UNITED STATES, January 14, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A new …

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Published on January 15, 2025 - 09:52 GMT

Awards Ceremony for the Film and Television Talent Training Programme in recognition of outstanding participants

MACAU, January 15 - Organised by the Cultural Affairs Bureau (IC, from the Portuguese acronym) and Wynn Macau, the “Award Ceremony for the Film and Television Talent Training Programme” was successfully held on 10 January 2025, at the Grand Ballroom, Wynn …

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Published on January 14, 2025 - 11:14 GMT

Polyvinyl Butrayl (PVB) Films for Automobile Market Trend and Scope, Technology, Growth Forecast to 2031

The global polyvinyl butrayl (pvb) films for automobile market size is projected to reach $277.8 million by 2031, growing at a CAGR of 4.7% from 2022 to 2031. WILMINGTON, DE, UNITED STATES, January 14, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As per the …

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Published on January 16, 2025 - 14:00 GMT

RBmedia to Publish All New Audio Editions for Mega Bestselling Outlander Series

New recordings of Gabaldon’s beloved books will feature narration by Kristin Atherton, a leading actor on STARZ’s ‘Outlander’ LANDOVER, MD, UNITED STATES, January 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- RBmedia, the largest audiobook publisher in the …

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Published on January 16, 2025 - 11:00 GMT

Stars of Surviving Mann & All-Stars Season 3 to Appear at SHOT Show 2025

Surviving Mann stars appear at SHOT Show 2025, including Don Mann, Sheriff Mark Lamb, and Ken Shamrock, with meet-and-greets and the All-Stars Season 3 premiere LAS VEGAS, NV, UNITED STATES, January 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Fans of the hit …

Distribution channels: Conferences & Trade Fairs, Culture, Society & Lifestyle ...
Published on January 16, 2025 - 11:00 GMT

Pop Music Sensation Kelsie Kimberlin's Foundation Launches 'WINGS FOR UKRAINE' Campaign To Purchase American-Made Drones

Pop Music Sensation Kelsie Kimberlin's Foundation Launches “WINGS FOR UKRAINE” Campaign To Purchase American-Made Drones to help Ukraine's Fight for Freedom LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, January 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Pop …

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Published on January 16, 2025 - 09:28 GMT

Jason Coulter Releases Heartfelt Single “When Cowboys Pray”

BEAUMONT , TX, UNITED STATES, January 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Major Record Distribution, LLC is thrilled to announce the upcoming release of Jason Coulter's inspiring new single, "When Cowboys Pray." Pre-orders will be …

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Published on January 16, 2025 - 06:00 GMT

1/3 Scale 'God of War Ragnarök Kratos' Statue Pre-Orders to Begin Jan. 16, 2025

TOKYO, JAPAN, January 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Prime 1 Studio’s high-end brand, PRIME 1 STATUE, announces the release of a 1/3 scale polystone statue of Kratos, the protagonist from God of War: Ragnarok, as part of its Real Elite …

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Published on January 16, 2025 - 00:00 GMT

Hollywood Hit Maker Releases Piano-Based Album of Original Music

Fawn’s “Horizon” album delves into a wide range of intricate emotions and profound layered feelings HOLLYWOOD HILLS, CA, UNITED STATES, January 15, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Stonedef Records announces the release of "Horizon," a new …

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Published on January 15, 2025 - 18:51 GMT

JRP Virtual Alumni Shine in Netflix’s The Recruit Season 2

JRP Virtual alumni Nico Pancine and Noah Centineo shine in Netflix's The Recruit Season 2, premiering January 30, 2025. ITASCA, IL, UNITED STATES, January 15, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- JRP Virtual is excited to celebrate a truly remarkable …

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Published on January 15, 2025 - 18:11 GMT

"Students Are Heroes: A Sickle Cell Warriors Story" Spotlight by African American Women In Cinema during Sundance Fest

Panel discussion with America’s Blood Centers and Sickle Cell Consortium to raise awareness about this cause during National Blood Donor Month NEW YORK , NY, UNITED STATES, January 15, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The film "Students Are …

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Published on January 15, 2025 - 17:00 GMT

Sheena B Savage: The Multifaceted Artist Breaking Into the Mainstream

Discover the lyrical genius from Robbins, IL, whose versatile style is conquering the music scene. ROBBINS, IL, UNITED STATES, January 15, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Emerging from the vibrant musical landscape of Robbins, IL, Sheena B Savage …

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Published on January 15, 2025 - 15:03 GMT

2025 Ushers In A New Era Of Undetectable Facelifts

How Facelifts Are Getting A Facelift With A More Natural-Looking Appearance CINCINNATI, OH, UNITED STATES, January 15, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A new era of Facelifts has arrived! According to Dr. Jon Mendelsohn, a facial plastic surgeon and …

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Published on January 15, 2025 - 14:00 GMT

NAMIC Announces the 2025 Board of Directors & Chapter Officers

NAMIC Celebrates Newly Appointed Leaders to its National Board of Directors and Chapters. NEW YORK CITY , NY, UNITED STATES, January 15, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The National Association for Multi-ethnicity in Communications (NAMIC), Inc., …

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Published on January 15, 2025 - 10:00 GMT

The MiraBan Network Launches Support Programme for Emerging Filmmakers: Funding, Training and Career Development

The MiraBan community supports filmmakers by providing training, funding, and mentorship from experienced professionals GREATER LONDON, ENGLAND, LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, January 15, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- London, January 2025 – The MiraBan UK …

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Published on January 15, 2025 - 08:00 GMT

Alicia Keys, Jon Batiste and Cory Henry Among Nominees in the Annual Pianote Awards - Voting is Live

Vote now for your favorite artists in this year's Pianote Awards ABBOTSFORD, BC, CANADA, January 15, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Pianote is thrilled to announce the nominees for this year's highly anticipated Pianote Awards, honoring the …

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Published on January 15, 2025 - 07:15 GMT

Tony J. Selimi Celebrates Global Achievements at Dubai Expo's Black-Tie Awards Ceremony Organised by Mind Valley

Tony J. Selimi celebrates 12 global visionaries recognized for their transformative contributions at the Dubai Expo Black Tie Awards Ceremony. LONDON, DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES, January 15, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Tony J. Selimi Celebrates …

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Published on January 15, 2025 - 01:04 GMT

Janet Walker, Screenwriter, Director, Producer, Returns to EFM, Unveils New Key Art Assets

Janet Walker, Screenwriter, Director, Producer, Unveils New Key Art Assets BEVERLY HILLS, CA, UNITED STATES, January 14, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Janet Walker, award-winning screenwriter, director, producer, publisher, and owner of the online …

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Published on January 15, 2025 - 00:59 GMT

Spotlight on: 'I’m Going Home' Chronicles a Young Couple’s Struggles Amid the Turmoil of the Civil War

CRAWFORDVILLE, FL, UNITED STATES, January 14, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Author George McKee, a gifted storyteller rooted in Southern heritage, presents his latest novel, I’m Going Home: This Is the Story of a Young Couple Struggling to Make a …

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Published on January 14, 2025 - 22:28 GMT

Discover the Path to Inner Peace with “Soul Licensed Tips and Tales” by David E. Tuttle

TOMAH, WI, UNITED STATES, January 14, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Embark on a transformative journey of self-discovery and tranquility with “Soul Licensed Tips and Tales" authored by David E. Tuttle. This compelling narrative invites readers …

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Published on January 14, 2025 - 22:27 GMT

New Native American Curriculum and Documentary Film Illuminate the Life and Legacy of Chicago’s Billy Caldwell

This curriculum not only educates students about Caldwell's life but also encourages a more inclusive narrative about the history of the city and the Midwest.” CHICAGO, IL, UNITED STATES, January 14, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A new …

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Published on January 14, 2025 - 18:48 GMT

KORYEAH DWANYEN & TED PRYOR SHAKE IT OFF LIVE, ON SUNDAY NITE

NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, January 14, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- On Sunday, January 19, 2025, from 7-9 PM (Eastern), Koryeah Dwanyen and Ted Pryor will join Mert Roberts and Lucas A. Ferrara on AM970’s hottest new radio talk show, “SHAKE IT …

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Published on January 14, 2025 - 17:55 GMT

NEW MOVIE HAZARD TEAMS WITH APPAREL COMPANY LFDW ON LIMITED EDITION RECOVERY T-SHIRT TO BENEFIT 'HOPE IN THE HILLS'

~The award-winning film kicked off a national theatrical rollout last week on January 10th~ HAZARD, KY, UNITED STATES, January 14, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Emphatic Films, the producers of the new Appalachia-set opioid addiction drama HAZARD …

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