Disney likely to treat Lucasfilm like Pixar - Variety

Disney likely to treat Lucasfilm like Pixar - Variety
11/08/2012
Disney likely to treat Lucasfilm like PixarVarietyWhile Disney is the ideal company to exploit "Star Wars" through theme parks, the acquisition included Industrial Light & Magic, the greatest name in visual effects. Vfx pros remember Disney's acquisition and dismantling of another vfx studio, Dream ...

Big earnings on Thursday: Disney, Nvidia, Groupon - MarketWatch
11/08/2012
Big earnings on Thursday: Disney, Nvidia, GrouponMarketWatchWalt Disney is expected to report fourth-quarter earnings of 68 cents a share, according to a survey by FactSet. Disney has limited secular growth concerns, very strong competitive positions and leading global brands, said analysts at Deutsche Bank in ...and more »

Walt Disney CFO and CSO – Two Titles, One Employee - Triple Pundit
11/08/2012
Triple PunditWalt Disney CFO and CSO – Two Titles, One EmployeeTriple Punditwalt disney healthy food disney parks CSR CSO CFO carbon tax carbon offsets BSR Conference According to a new Deloitte study, two-thirds of CFOs say they are involved in driving sustainability strategies in their organizations, and more than half say ...

Schoolgirl stars in Disney movie with Angelina Jolie - This is Total Essex
11/08/2012
This is Total EssexSchoolgirl stars in Disney movie with Angelina JolieThis is Total EssexA SPRINGFIELD schoolgirl has swapped the classroom for the studios of Hollywood by starring as the young Angelina Jolie character in a new Disney blockbuster. Isobelle Molloy, 12, will play the young version of the title character, Maleficent, based on ...and more »

More diversity needed in Disney
11/08/2012
More diversity needed in DisneyStateHornet.comIt was recently reported that Disney had created the first film to feature a Latina princess, "Sofia the First: Once upon a Princess," but days later a co-executive producer from Disney said Sofia was of "mixed heritage" and not Latina as it was first ...

From empire fighter to empire builder - Chicago Tribune
11/08/2012
UK The Kentucky KernelFrom empire fighter to empire builderChicago TribuneAnd Disney's acquisition of that empire itself represents a coup for Robert Iger, Disney's acquisitive CEO (witness his buyouts of Pixar and Marvel). The pricetag may seem high, but Disney envisions a new cycle of "Star Wars" sequels accompanied by ...Disney's purchase of Lucasfilm will produce quality filmsUK The Kentucky KernelWill Disney Finally Save 'Star Wars'?Huffington PostDisney takeover of Lucasfilm leaves future films in questionKansas State CollegianThe Newark Advocate -Northwest Missourian -CBS Localall 1,313 news articles »

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Erik Compton Gets Zaharias Courage Award at Disney - Golf Channel

Erik Compton Gets Zaharias Courage Award at Disney - Golf Channel
11/07/2012
Erik Compton Gets Zaharias Courage Award at DisneyGolf ChannelLAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. – Erik Compton's week at a PGA Tour stop typically includes more than practice rounds, pro-ams and tournament play. It often involves a trip to a local hospital to encourage fellow transplant patients. "Tournaments where I've ...and more »

Chopard Dazzles Disney With Princess-Inspired Jewels - ARTINFO
11/07/2012
ARTINFOChopard Dazzles Disney With Princess-Inspired JewelsARTINFOPrincesses exude style, class, and grace — so it's no wonder that Chopard would collaborate with Disney on a holiday collection of haute joaillerie inspired by Disney princesses for London department store Harrods. Aurora, Belle, Snow White, and ...Disney's New Jewelry Collection!Fanlalaall 5 news articles »

Tom Hanks Plays Walt Disney in 'Saving Mr. Banks' - Opposing Views
11/07/2012
Examiner.comTom Hanks Plays Walt Disney in 'Saving Mr. Banks'Opposing ViewsTom Hanks has been on a promotional tour for his latest film, Cloud Atlas, the past few weeks, and doing so with some new facial hair. Since it's a very styled sort of a 'tache, I figured it was for a role, I just didn't know which one. Now, thanks to ...Photo: Tom Hanks spotted at Disneyland portraying Walk DisneyExaminer.comFirst Look: Tom Hanks as Walt Disney in 'Saving Mr. Banks'/FILM (blog)Hanks Transforms into Walt Disney for 'Saving Mr. Banks'...It's the 'Stache!Get The Big Picture (blog)AceShowbiz -PerezHilton.com -Digital Spyall 24 news articles »

Jacksonville's banking history includes missed opportunity with Disney - (blog)
11/07/2012
Jacksonville's banking history includes missed opportunity with DisneyBizjournals.com (blog)After a considerable amount of research, Disney and members of his financing staff flew to Jacksonville to make their pitch to Ed Ball, the president of one of the largest banks in Florida at the time, Florida National Bank. The group came armed with ...

Disney 'Cars,' Strong TV Seen Driving Revenue In Q4 DIS TWX LMCA - Investor's Business Daily
11/07/2012
International Business TimesDisney 'Cars,' Strong TV Seen Driving Revenue In Q4 DIS TWX LMCAInvestor's Business DailyDisney spent more than $1 billion renovating its Disney California Adventure theme park in California, and in June opened Cars Land — based on the Disney Pixar movie "Cars." Those rides and characters also generate sales of its licensed toys and other ...Walt Disney Earnings Preview: Sports And 'Cars' Drive Home Higher ProfitsInternational Business Timesall 4 news articles »

New era Disney movie clings to roots - Fairfield Mirror
11/07/2012
Yes! WeeklyNew era Disney movie clings to rootsFairfield MirrorDisney is known for their heart-wrenching movies about friendship and self-discovery, and their newest release "Wreck-It Ralph" is no exception. However, its original angle and likeable characters make the movie an entertaining one – even if audience ...John C. Reilly rocks as Wreck-It Ralph, another animated Disney dazzlerYes! WeeklyDisney's "Wreck-It Ralph" Rings Up a RecordMotley FoolLatest Disney cartoon in competition for Oscar gloryEagle Newsithaca.com -Harvard Crimson -Reel Life With Janeall 83 news articles »

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Compton wins the Babe Zaharias Courage Award - Huffington Post

Compton wins the Babe Zaharias Courage Award - Huffington Post
11/07/2012
Compton wins the Babe Zaharias Courage AwardHuffington PostLAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. — Before he sets out to try to keep his PGA Tour card, Erik Compton received an award Wednesday that was just as meaningful. Compton, a two-time heart transplant recipient, was selected for the Mildred "Babe" Didrikson Zaharias ...

Cartoon Tools for Tapping Your Inner Disney - New York Times
11/07/2012
Cartoon Tools for Tapping Your Inner DisneyNew York TimesIt's said that when making the animated masterpiece "Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs," Disney's animators shot over a third of a million frames of film by hand. Before computer graphics came along, animated cartoons like this involved shooting a frame ...

Hasbro Denies Disney Acquisition Rumors - /FILM (blog)
11/07/2012
PerezHilton.comHasbro Denies Disney Acquisition Rumors/FILM (blog)Disney already owns Pixar, Marvel, and Lucasfilm, so when a rumor circulated Monday that the studio was looking to acquire Hasbro, it had a ring of believability to it. So much so, in fact, that the whispers gave the toy company's stock a bit of a ...RUMOR: Disney To Buy HasbroTheForce.netDisney Is Tier 1Motley FoolHasbro Denies Rumor that they are in Negotiations with Disneyseibertron.comPerezHilton.com -SDSU Collegian -Screen Rantall 26 news articles »

Disney the final PGA Tour event of the year, with a lot on the line - Fox News
11/07/2012
SB NationDisney the final PGA Tour event of the year, with a lot on the lineFox NewsOnly five players from the top 50 on the PGA Tour money list are at Disney — Garrigus (26), Ben Curtis (30), Jonas Blixt (35), Brendon de Jonge (39) and Charlie Wi (45). And six players have won on tour this year — two against weak fields in the Fall ...Disney no vacation for PGA Tour players fighting to get aheadThe Detroit NewsFor many, Disney is last chance for 1 good weekOrlando SentinelEvans: Pro s plight takes center stage at DisneyESPNBoston Herald -SB Nation -Golfweek.comall 561 news articles »

Can Dumping Iron Into The Sea Fight Climate Change? - EarthFix
11/07/2012
EarthFixCan Dumping Iron Into The Sea Fight Climate Change?EarthFixJohn Disney (second from left) looks over the underwater probe used in his company's ocean fertilization project, at a news conference in Vancouver, British Columbia, in October. credit: Andy Clark/Reuters/Landov. /. Previous image Enlarge Close Next ...and more »

'The Steve Jobs Building': Why Pixar Dedicated Itself To Apple's Late Founder - International Business Times
11/07/2012
International Business Times'The Steve Jobs Building': Why Pixar Dedicated Itself To Apple's Late FounderInternational Business TimesOnce Toy Story achieved critical success, Jobs again stepped in to defend and later save Pixar from future partners and rivals, including Disney; in fact, it was Jobs' idea to take Pixar public in Nov. 1995 after "Toy Story" was released, to strike ...and more »

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Lily Nicksay, 'Boy Meets World' Sister Morgan, Wants In On Disney Channel ... - Huffington Post

Lily Nicksay, 'Boy Meets World' Sister Morgan, Wants In On Disney Channel ... - Huffington Post
11/06/2012
TVOvermindLily Nicksay, 'Boy Meets World' Sister Morgan, Wants In On Disney Channel ...Huffington PostLily Nicksay might have been just five-years-old when she joined the cast of "Boy Meets World," but her character, Cory's (Ben Savage) little sister Morgan, quickly became a favorite. Rumors surfaced that the Disney Channel is planning a sequel series ...'Boy Meets World' Disney spinoff: Great idea or the best idea?Entertainment WeeklyDisney Developing 'Girl Meets World' with Original Series Actors?TVOvermindTopanga and Cory May Reunite on Disney's Boy Meets World SpinoffTechnologyTell (blog)Examiner.com -The Hollywood Gossip -BSCkidsall 147 news articles »

First Look at Tom Hanks as Walt Disney in SAVING MR. BANKS
11/06/2012
Collider.comFirst Look at Tom Hanks as Walt Disney in SAVING MR. BANKSCollider.comThe atypical facial hair was for a high profile role that Hanks is currently filming: that of Walt Disney in the real-life drama Saving Mr. Banks. The story centers on Disney's twenty-year pursuit of the film rights to author P.L. Travers' (Emma ...

George Lucas' special effects firm will help Disney save as much as $20 ... - New York Daily News
11/06/2012
New York Daily NewsGeorge Lucas' special effects firm will help Disney save as much as $20 ...New York Daily News"Star Wars" was the force behind Walt Disney's $4 billion purchase of producer George Lucas's Lucasfilm entertainment holdings. Not so far, far away is Lucas' Industrial Light and Magic, his award-winning special effects shop that will likely save ...Earnings Preview: Disney 4Q Seen up Amid Weak TVABC NewsThe Skinny: Disney - A new hope?Daily HeraldNew 'Star Wars' Will Be 'Biggest Event Movie Ever,' Says 'Lost' Co-CreatorRollingStone.comFanSided -New University Onlineall 1,146 news articles »

Disneyland's reindeer staying at North Pole - OCRegister
11/06/2012
Disneyland's reindeer staying at North PoleOCRegisterThe back story: Disney officials recently discovered a little-known federal rule, in the Animal Welfare Act, requiring a 6-foot-high fence around certain animals, including reindeer, in public displays. Disney was allowed to get around the rule by ...

Disney meets Star Wars and a history of commonly misheard lyrics (a mixed bag ... - CBS News
11/06/2012
Disney meets Star Wars and a history of commonly misheard lyrics (a mixed bag ...CBS News(CBS News) We showed you a fun, tongue-in-cheek, Disney-themed musical parody piece just a moment ago in the form of some princesses welcoming the latest addition to their team, Princess Leia. Now we've got a sweet Star Wars meets Disney ...

First Look: Tom Hanks as Walt Disney in 'Saving Mr. Banks' - /FILM (blog)
11/06/2012
AceShowbizFirst Look: Tom Hanks as Walt Disney in 'Saving Mr. Banks'/FILM (blog)When filming a major Hollywood movie at one of the busiest locations on the planet, a photo or two is bound to leak out. That's just happened with Saving Mr. Banks. Tom Hanks, who plays Walt Disney in the film, has been spotted in character during ...'Saving Mr. Banks' filming at Disneyland; Tom Hanks stars as Walt DisneyExaminer.comFirst Look: Tom Hanks Channels Walt Disney on 'Saving Mr. Banks' SetAceShowbizTom Hanks As Walt Disney! First Look!PerezHilton.comCinema Blend -OCRegister -WorstPreviews.comall 12 news articles »

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Disney XD's Newest Series, CRASH & BERNSTEIN Hits Series High - Broadway World

Disney XD's Newest Series, CRASH & BERNSTEIN Hits Series High - Broadway World
11/07/2012
Disney XD's Newest Series, CRASH & BERNSTEIN Hits Series HighBroadway WorldFeaturing all-new episodes of hit series Monday night, Disney XD's newest original series, "Crash & Bernstein," hit across-the-board series highs, "Kickin It" spiked to season or near-Season 2 highs, while "Lab Rats" delivered its best ratings in six ...and more »

MACHINE HEAD Banned Again From Performing At A Disney Property - The Gauntlet
11/07/2012
The GauntletMACHINE HEAD Banned Again From Performing At A Disney PropertyThe GauntletMACHINE HEAD Banned Again From Performing At A Disney Property. Walt Disney has blocked Machine Head from performing at the December 4th show at the House of Blues Orlando which is on Disney's Lake Buena Vista property. (read more); Power ...Machine Head, Banned at House of Blues: Disney Doesn't Allow Group to ...NoisecreepMachine Head's Ongoing Disney Ban Forces Show's CancellationMusic Feedsall 7 news articles »

Love tries to extend his streak at Disney - The Associated Press
11/06/2012
Love tries to extend his streak at DisneyThe Associated Press(AP) — Ryder Cup captain Davis Love III is back to being a player, and he wraps up a busy Fall Series at Disney. Even though his 20 career wins make him a lifetime member on the PGA Tour, Love still has an amazing streak on the line. His tie for ...

Will the Real Disney Princesa Please Stand Up? - Huffington Post
11/06/2012
Will the Real Disney Princesa Please Stand Up?Huffington PostBy now, many of you have heard about Disney's "Sofia the First" controversy. Is Princess Sofia Latina? If so, is she Latina enough? What I've said in relation to "Sofia the First" has been misunderstood by some and distorted by others. I was quoted as ...and more »

Jonas Blixt seeking good memories at Disney - Orlando Sentinel
11/06/2012
Jonas Blixt seeking good memories at DisneyOrlando SentinelJonas Blixt let out a nervous laugh when asked Tuesday whether he planned to stop by the old apartment while in town for the Children's Miracle Network Hospitals Classic. No, a visit to the old neighborhood isn't in the plans this week. The Swede was ...and more »

Disney the last chance to keep a job - The Associated Press
11/06/2012
ESPNDisney the last chance to keep a jobThe Associated PressBy DOUG FERGUSON, AP Golf Writer – 4 minutes ago. LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (AP) — One player dug his feet into the sand and hit one bunker shot after another, his focus unbroken. A few hundred yards away, another player cast his line into a pond filled ...Love tries to extend streak at DisneyESPNFormer Mocs Need Fireworks at Disney This WeekThe LedgerTour players use Disney as last chance for 2013 statusGolfweek.comGolf365.co.zaall 379 news articles »

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Kerry Bentivolio Results: Republican Wins Michigan 11th Congressional District ... - Huffington Post

Kerry Bentivolio Results: Republican Wins Michigan 11th Congressional District ... - Huffington Post
11/07/2012
Kerry Bentivolio Results: Republican Wins Michigan 11th Congressional District ...Huffington PostSen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) & The Mad Hatter (<em>Alice In Wonderland</em>) <em>Photo credit: Disney/Getty</em>. Former Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin (R) & Jane (<em>Tarzan</em>) <em>Photo credit: AP/Disney</em>. Rep. Charlie Rangel (D-N.and more »

Janice Daniels Results: Troy, Mich. Mayor Recalled, Voted Out Of Office During ... - Huffington Post
11/07/2012
Janice Daniels Results: Troy, Mich. Mayor Recalled, Voted Out Of Office During ...Huffington PostSen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) & The Mad Hatter (<em>Alice In Wonderland</em>) <em>Photo credit: Disney/Getty</em>. Former Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin (R) & Jane (<em>Tarzan</em>) <em>Photo credit: AP/Disney</em>. Rep. Charlie Rangel (D-N.and more »

The Disney Store gets some new Exclusive MARVEL Select Figures, plus new ... - The Rock Father
11/07/2012
The Disney Store gets some new Exclusive MARVEL Select Figures, plus new ...The Rock FatherI still think it's a little weird to see MARVEL items in The Disney Store , but Disney's ownership of the brand has certainly spawned some cool things, and I'm sure we'll be seeing some similarly-rockin' STAR WARS swag popping up in the Store as time ...and more »

Disney Epic Mickey 2 demo available on XBLM, PSN - Joystiq
11/07/2012
TweakTownDisney Epic Mickey 2 demo available on XBLM, PSNJoystiqNovember 6, 2012 - Disney Interactive today announced that a demo of the highly-anticipated "Disney Epic Mickey 2: The Power of Two" video game is now available for download on the PlayStation®Network and Xbox LIVE® Marketplace for the Xbox 360® ...Disney Epic Mickey 2: The Power of Two demo now available on Xbox Live ...TweakTownall 39 news articles »

Disney Is Tier 1 - Motley Fool
11/07/2012
Disney Is Tier 1Motley Fool"And, by the way, the bulk of the billions in Berkshire Hathaway (NYSE: BRK-B ) has come from the better businesses...And most of the other people who've made a lot of money have done so in high-quality businesses." -- Charlie Munger. At Tier 1 ...and more »

Late Night Linkage: Awful Movies, Disney's Appetite, & Fake Video ... - Side Mission (blog)
11/07/2012
Late Night Linkage: Awful Movies, Disney&#039;s Appetite, &amp; Fake Video ...Side Mission (blog)Linkage readers are already aware that I am all about the Disney purchase of LucasFilms, but that doesn't mean I can't see the humor in this Owley creation. Now Pixar, Star Wars, and Marvel all live together in Disney's stomach. Happily ever after ...

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Patrick Reed Given Final Sponsor's Invitation to Disney Event - Golf Channel

Patrick Reed Given Final Sponsor's Invitation to Disney Event - Golf Channel
11/06/2012
Patrick Reed Given Final Sponsor's Invitation to Disney EventGolf ChannelReed was given the exemption that was initially awarded to Boo Weekley, who got into the tournament on his own status after 2009 Disney champion Stephen Ames withdrew. Reed has Monday qualified for six Tour events this season earning $302,977 and ...and more »

Harrison Ford 'Open' to Reprising His Role as Han Solo in STAR WARS VII - Broadway World
11/06/2012
The GuardianHarrison Ford 'Open' to Reprising His Role as Han Solo in STAR WARS VIIBroadway WorldStar Wars resonates with consumers around the world and creates extensive opportunities for Disney to deliver the content across its diverse portfolio of businesses including movies, television, consumer products, games and theme parks. Star ...Harrison Ford Wants to Return for "Star Wars: Episode 7"WorstPreviews.comHarrison Ford 'open' to returning as Han Solo in Star Wars Episode 7The GuardianHarrison Ford 'open' to Star Wars returnChannel 24all 54 news articles »

Disney In Talks For Boy Meets World Spinoff, Check The Cast Then And Now To ... - VH1
11/06/2012
Disney In Talks For Boy Meets World Spinoff, Check The Cast Then And Now To ...VH1What if this is the true sign of the Apocalypse? It seems more likely the Mayans were predicting a chronologically-accurate Boy Meets World reboot than the actual end of the world, right? As the ancient legends foretold, Disney is allegedly "in talks ...

Disney to buy Hasbro, 'Magic: The Gathering' movie and theme park on its way?
11/06/2012
Examiner.comDisney to buy Hasbro, 'Magic: The Gathering' movie and theme park on its way?Examiner.com"Magic: The Gathering" and Wizards of the Coast, a subsidiary of Hasbro since 1999, might find themselves under new ownership by Disney in the middle of next year. After purchasing Lucasfilm last week for almost $4 billion, a rumor has surfaced today ...and more »

Disney parks share artistic photography on new blog - WESH Orlando (blog)
11/05/2012
Disney parks share artistic photography on new blogWESH Orlando (blog)Disney is always introducing new ways to share its magic, and now they're taking to Tumblr. LINK: 'The Looking Glass' Tumblr blog. The popular blog format will now be home to "The Looking Glass," which will bring together several professional ...

Disney changes Galveston sailings for 2013-14
11/05/2012
Examiner.comDisney changes Galveston sailings for 2013-14Examiner.comDisney Cruise Line announced early today another change to the line-up for sailings from Galveston, Texas next season. This follows an earlier announcement in which some sailings were changed to four, six, and eight night itineraries accommodating a ...Disney Cruise Line to Sail from Galveston, Making Jamaica Port CallsTravel AgentCaribbean adventure: Disney Cruise Line plans Galveston to Jamaica ...CultureMap HoustonDisney to add Jamaica cruise calls for first timeTravel WeeklyGo Jamaicaall 6 news articles »

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