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	<title>Jo Reviews &#187; Animation</title>
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		<title>LADY &amp; THE TRAMP Blu-Ray Review</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 07 Feb 2012 20:07:59 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>jodmendez</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[DVD Tuesday]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[Share the love of “Lady and the Tramp” with your loved ones this Valentine’s Day.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://www.joreviews.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/getdynamicimage.jpg"><img class="size-medium wp-image-5607 alignleft" title="getdynamicimage" src="http://www.joreviews.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/getdynamicimage-213x300.jpg" alt="" width="213" height="300" /></a>It’s an all time classic that I could not be more excited about Disney releasing for the first time on Blu-Ray and DVD. “Lady and the Tramp” (Diamond Edition) hits shelves today February 7, 2012 and could not come at a better time. An absolutely adorable tale that will make a wonderful Valentine’s Day gift. It’s Disney’s classic love story about two dogs from opposite tracks that meet and fall in love.</p>
<p>Lady is a lovely young pedigree cocker spaniel who is use to the life of luxury. Tramp is a rugged pooch who lives every day on the edge. Lady at first is hesitant of Tramp and his free style way of living, but soon treks on an adventure with him. The pooches enjoy several fun dates together including the most memorable Disney moment, a romantic spaghetti dinner by moonlight that includes a noodle kiss.</p>
<p>Their love is tested by Lady’s loyalty to her human family and their newborn baby and Tramp’s carless attitude that costs both pups their freedom when they find themselves in the dog pound. As in all fairy tales Tramp proves to have a heart of gold by winning his true love Lady’s heart and the affection of her human family.</p>
<p>The release of “Lady and the Tramp” shows how much has technically improved since the 1950’s. The colors are vibrant and brilliant. The high definition sound will have you enjoying every moment of joyous sounds. The animation is superb and will be a treat for kids of all ages. DVD Bonuses include three never before seen Deleted Scenes, Diane Disney-Miller: Remembering Dad and Puppy Pedia: Going to the Dogs. Share the love of “Lady and the Tramp” with your loved ones this Valentine’s Day.</p>
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		<title>THE SECRET WORLD OF ARRIETTY Advance Screening Passes in KC!</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 05 Feb 2012 02:43:54 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>jodmendez</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Check out this screening and discover a secret world within our own!]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 20px; margin-left: 0px; outline-width: 0px; outline-style: initial; outline-color: initial; font-size: 13px; vertical-align: baseline; background-image: initial; background-attachment: initial; background-origin: initial; background-clip: initial; background-color: transparent; background-position: initial initial; background-repeat: initial initial; padding: 0px; border: 0px initial initial;">JoReviews is sending a select number of fans to an advance screening of “<strong>THE SECRET WORLD OF ARRIETTY</strong><strong style="outline-width: 0px; outline-style: initial; outline-color: initial; font-size: 13px; vertical-align: baseline; background-image: initial; background-attachment: initial; background-origin: initial; background-clip: initial; background-color: transparent; background-position: initial initial; background-repeat: initial initial; padding: 0px; margin: 0px; border: 0px initial initial;">”</strong></p>
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<p style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 20px; margin-left: 0px; outline-width: 0px; outline-style: initial; outline-color: initial; font-size: 13px; vertical-align: baseline; background-image: initial; background-attachment: initial; background-origin: initial; background-clip: initial; background-color: transparent; background-position: initial initial; background-repeat: initial initial; padding: 0px; border: 0px initial initial;">We have a limited number of admit two passes to the screening Saturday, February 11th at 10:00am at AMC Town Center. Winners will be chosen on Friday, February 10. <strong style="outline-width: 0px; outline-style: initial; outline-color: initial; font-size: 13px; vertical-align: baseline; background-image: initial; background-attachment: initial; background-origin: initial; background-clip: initial; background-color: transparent; background-position: initial initial; background-repeat: initial initial; padding: 0px; margin: 0px; border: 0px initial initial;">Text the word ANIMATION </strong><strong style="outline-width: 0px; outline-style: initial; outline-color: initial; font-size: 13px; vertical-align: baseline; background-image: initial; background-attachment: initial; background-origin: initial; background-clip: initial; background-color: transparent; background-position: initial initial; background-repeat: initial initial; padding: 0px; margin: 0px; border: 0px initial initial;">(space) and your zip code to 43549</strong> for a chance to win a complimentary passes to see <strong>THE SECRET WORLD OF ARRIETTY</strong>. Winners will be sent a winning text message informing them that they have won.</p>
<p style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 20px; margin-left: 0px; outline-width: 0px; outline-style: initial; outline-color: initial; font-size: 13px; vertical-align: baseline; background-image: initial; background-attachment: initial; background-origin: initial; background-clip: initial; background-color: transparent; background-position: initial initial; background-repeat: initial initial; padding: 0px; border: 0px initial initial;"><em style="outline-width: 0px; outline-style: initial; outline-color: initial; font-size: 13px; vertical-align: baseline; background-image: initial; background-attachment: initial; background-origin: initial; background-clip: initial; background-color: transparent; background-position: initial initial; background-repeat: initial initial; padding: 0px; margin: 0px; border: 0px initial initial;">There is no charge to text 43KIX. Message and data rates from your wireless carrier may apply. Check your plan.</em></p>
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		<title>LADY &amp; THE TRAMP on DVD</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 17 Jan 2012 14:34:19 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>jodmendez</dc:creator>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>JoReviews is giving a lucky fan a copy of <strong>LADY &amp; THE TRAMP</strong> on DVD.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><img class="size-medium wp-image-5540 aligncenter" title="LadyAndTheTrampDiamondBlurayComboArt (3)" src="http://www.joreviews.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/LadyAndTheTrampDiamondBlurayComboArt-3-254x300.jpg" alt="LadyAndTheTrampDiamondBlurayComboArt (3)" width="254" height="300" /></p>
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<p>Text the word <strong>TRAMP </strong>(space) and your zip code to 43549  for a chance to win a complimentary copy of the LADY &amp; THE TRAMP on DVD. Winner  will be notified Tuesday, Feburary 7. There is no charge to text 43KIX.  Message and data rates from your wireless carrier may apply. Check your  plan.</p>
<p><strong>Synopsis</strong>: A classic love story unfolds in the best Disney tradition as a lovely young pedigreed cocker spaniel named lady, who lives a pampered life, finds herself falling romantically for Tramp, an amorous street-smart pooch without prospects.  Although they have fun together on several dates, including a sentimental spaghetti dinner by moonlight at Tony’s restaurant, their relationship is strained not only by Lady’s loyalty to her human family and their newborn baby, but by Tramp’s devil-may-care attitude that eventually gets Lady in trouble and tossed into the dog pound.  However, good-hearted Tramp redeems himself by saving the baby from potential harm and thus wins Lady’s love and the affection of her human family.</p>
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		<title>BEAUTY and the BEAST 3D Advance Screening Passes</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 04 Jan 2012 21:01:38 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>jodmendez</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Registration CLOSED. Congrats to our winners!]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 20px; margin-left: 0px; outline-width: 0px; outline-style: initial; outline-color: initial; font-size: 13px; vertical-align: baseline; background-image: initial; background-attachment: initial; background-origin: initial; background-clip: initial; background-color: transparent; background-position: initial initial; background-repeat: initial initial; padding: 0px; border: 0px initial initial;">JoReviews is sending a select number of fans to an advance screening of “<strong>BEAUTY AND THE BEAST 3D”</strong></p>
<p style="margin: 0px 0px 20px; outline-width: 0px; font-size: 13px; vertical-align: baseline; background-color: transparent; padding: 0px; text-align: center;"><strong><img class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-5515" title="BeautyandtheBeast3D" src="http://www.joreviews.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/BeautyandtheBeast3D-202x300.jpg" alt="BeautyandtheBeast3D" width="202" height="300" /><br />
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<p style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 20px; margin-left: 0px; outline-width: 0px; outline-style: initial; outline-color: initial; font-size: 13px; vertical-align: baseline; background-image: initial; background-attachment: initial; background-origin: initial; background-clip: initial; background-color: transparent; background-position: initial initial; background-repeat: initial initial; padding: 0px; border: 0px initial initial;">We have a limited number of admit two passes to the screening Saturday, January 7th at 10:00am at AMC Town Center. Winners will be chosen on Friday, January 6. <strong>Text the word MRSPOTTS </strong><strong>(space) and your zip code to 43549</strong> for a chance to win a complimentary passes to see <strong>BEAUTY AND THE BEAST 3D</strong>. Winners will be sent a winning text message informing them that they have won.</p>
<p style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 20px; margin-left: 0px; outline-width: 0px; outline-style: initial; outline-color: initial; font-size: 13px; vertical-align: baseline; background-image: initial; background-attachment: initial; background-origin: initial; background-clip: initial; background-color: transparent; background-position: initial initial; background-repeat: initial initial; padding: 0px; border: 0px initial initial;"><em>There is no charge to text 43KIX. Message and data rates from your wireless carrier may apply. Check your plan.</em></p>
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		<title>PREP &amp; LANDING DVD Review</title>
		<link>http://www.joreviews.com/movies/prep-landing-dvd-review</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 19 Dec 2011 14:43:17 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>jodmendez</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Be sure to get your stocking stuffer and make a little one’s holiday a little brighter!]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img class="size-medium wp-image-5502 alignleft" title="PL" src="http://www.joreviews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/PL-210x300.jpg" alt="PL" width="210" height="300" />The time to be festive is here and holiday movies are the perfect way to get in the spirit of things. “Prep &amp; Landing” is an event the whole family can enjoy. Now out on DVD gather the kiddos around and enjoy a quiet evening at home. This short story is an adorable animated comedy. Wayne is an elf with the prep and landing crew and has been putting in many years of work and is very excited for what he thinks will be a promotion offered to him.</p>
<p>Disappointment quickly sets in when Wayne learns his partner received his promotion and he has gained a new rookie partner Lanny. Lanny is eager and filled with holiday cheer. Wayne has become a bit of a scrooge and has forgotten the importance of being on the prep landing crew. When Christmas is almost ruined for a child Wayne takes responsibility and suits up to make the impossible possible.</p>
<p>Wayne with the help of Lanny will save Christmas for one little boy and be reminded of what the holiday is all about. “Prep &amp; Landing” is a special film that can be enjoyed by the entire family. The gadgets these elves have are so hi-tech and make the film very fun to enjoy. The whole prep and landing crew will fill children with the spirit of Christmas and answer all those questions about how Santa delivers all those gifts on Christmas day. “Prep &amp; Landing” is available on DVD now and is loaded with extras. Be sure to get your stocking stuffer and make a little one’s holiday a little brighter!</p>
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		<title>HAPPY FEET TWO Movie Review</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 19 Nov 2011 03:07:15 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>jodmendez</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[If you are looking for a family fun holiday weekend then “Happy Feet Two” is for you.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://www.joreviews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/Happy_Feet_Two_Poster.bmp"><img class="size-full wp-image-5442 alignleft" title="Happy_Feet_Two_Poster" src="http://www.joreviews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/Happy_Feet_Two_Poster.bmp" alt="Happy_Feet_Two_Poster" width="292" height="432" /></a>It&#8217;s time to get the Happy Feet gang together again. In “Happy Feet Two” Mumble&#8217;s (Elijah Wood) son Erik (Ave Acres) is discovering who he is in the Penguin world. His struggle with his identity will need a quick resolution when his family and friends face a new threat.</p>
<p>Opening up with a gang of penguins singing and dancing it does not seem there is much of a threat coming. That is until an avalanche leaves much of the penguin population trapped without food or means of escaping.</p>
<p>Erik is scared for his mother Gloria (Pink) who is on of the trapped. With the help of his father Erik will prove to have the courage to save his friends and family. Gathering together other penguin nations including the Mighty Sven (Hank Azaria), the only penguin who can fly they will bring hope to those trapped. Setting up an assembly line of fish for those trapped to ensure all are being fed.</p>
<p>When things don&#8217;t look promising for an escape the penguins must think outside the box to find an escape and new home. With the help of a few new friends they will dance their happy feet away to a new life. “Happy Feet Two” was an adorable family film. It is in 3D and offers a few moments of great effects, but the bubbles you can pop at the ending credits were by far the best.</p>
<p>The storyline lacked the comedy and charm the original had. More suitable for the older kids this film can be enjoyed but won&#8217;t be the one that will wear out on your DVD player at home. If you are looking for a family fun holiday weekend then “Happy Feet Two” is for you.</p>
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		<title>CARS 2 Blu Ray Review</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 09 Nov 2011 03:36:07 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>jodmendez</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Kids will enjoy the first round of watching, but they won't burn out the DVD as they did with “Cars” the original.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://www.joreviews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/cars_2_movie_poster_02.jpg"><img class="size-medium wp-image-5435 alignleft" title="cars_2_movie_poster_02" src="http://www.joreviews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/cars_2_movie_poster_02-202x300.jpg" alt="cars_2_movie_poster_02" width="202" height="300" /></a>After a smash hit in 2006 it was time for another round of the lovable cars. The film was released earlier this year and recently came out on Blu-Ray/DVD. “Cars 2” picks up from the original in Radiator Springs which has done a complete turn around and is a bustling town, thanks in big part to Lightning McQueen (Owen Wilson). McQueen is very successful having won four Piston cups and has just received an invitation to participate in the World  Grand Prix.</p>
<p>Quickly the story goes from focusing on McQueen to his best buddy Mater (Larry the Cable Guy). Thanks to mistaken identity Mater becomes the center of an investigation. The mysterious tale of espionage becomes confusing with Mater on the case. When a couple spies are brought on the scene we find out that an evil group is out to destroy the World Grand Prix, when the need for them to supply oil is in jeopardy.</p>
<p>As we go on the adventure we visit many glamourous destinations including Japan, Italy and England. Mater is all over the place during the travels and finds himself in some crazy scenarios. Switching Mater to the lead was a sad mistake. “Cars” had a genuine feel that made the film work. It was a heartfelt film that gave children something to enjoy from beginning to end. “Cars 2” can not do the same. It lacks in many areas and was unappealing to the youngsters.</p>
<p>McQueen&#8217;s lacking in the lead was a major factor that took away form the magic the original had. The  mysterious spy plotting added another unnecessary layer. The Blu Ray did offer superb vivid colors during many scenes. The audio had an exceptional soundtrack and was very clear and crisp. The added bonus of audio commentary, the short of Hawaiian Vacation and Air Mater was a great addition. “Cars 2” may be lacking in some areas, but they all can&#8217;t be winners. Kids will enjoy the first round of watching, but they won&#8217;t burn out the DVD as they did with “Cars” the original.</p>
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		<title>ARTHUR CHRISTMAS Advance Screening Passes in KC!</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 08 Nov 2011 15:45:46 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>jodmendez</dc:creator>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>JoReviews is sending a select number of fans to an advance screening of “<strong>ARTHUR CHRISTMAS</strong>”</p>
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<p>We have a limited number of admit-two passes for the screening  Tuesday, November 15 at 7:00pm at AMC Town Center. Winners will be chosen  on Saturday, November 12. The winners will receive an email with  instructions on how to print out their pass. Make sure to bring the pass  with you to the screening. Be sure to get there early. These screenings  are overbooked to fill every seat. Only ONE entry per email address.  Only eligible for Kansas/Missouri metro area residents. NO PURCHASE  NECESSARY.</p>
<p><strong>SYNOPSIS:</strong> The3D, CG-animated family comedy Arthur Christmas, an Aardman production for SonyPictures Animation, at last reveals the incredible, never-before seen answer toevery child&#8217;s question: &#8216;So how does Santa deliver all those presents in onenight?&#8217; The answer: Santa&#8217;s exhilarating, ultra-high-tech operation hiddenbeneath the North Pole. But at the heart of the film is a story with theingredients of a Christmas classic &#8211; a family in a state of comic dysfunctionand an unlikely hero, Arthur, with an urgent mission that must be completedbefore Christmas morning dawns.</p>
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		<title>CARS 2 on DVD</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 02 Nov 2011 14:47:31 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>jodmendez</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Registration CLOSED. Congrats to our winner Darren from Olathe, KS!]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>JoReviews is giving a lucky fan a copy of <strong>CARS 2</strong> on DVD.</p>
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<p>Text the word <strong>RACECAR </strong>(space) and your zip code to 43549 for a chance to win a complimentary copy of the CARS 2 on DVD. Winner will be notified Friday, November 4.</p>
<p><strong>Synopsis</strong>: Star racecar Lightning McQueen and the incomparable tow truck Mater take their friendship to exciting new places in “Cars 2” when they head overseas to compete in the first-ever World Grand Prix to determine the world’s fastest car.  But the road to the championship is filled with plenty of potholes, detours and hilarious surprises when Mater gets caught up in an intriguing adventure of his own; international espionage.  Mater finds himself torn between assisting Lightning McQueen in the high-profile race and towing the line in a top-secret mission orchestrated by master British super spy Finn McMissile and the stunning rookie field spy Holley Shiftwell.  Mater’s action-packed journey leads him n an explosive chase through the streets of Japan and Europe, trailed by his friends and watched by the whole world.  The fast-paced fun includes a colorful new all-car cast, complete with menacing villains and international racing competitors.</p>
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		<title>WINNIE THE POOH on DVD</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 25 Oct 2011 13:12:01 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>jodmendez</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Registration CLOSED. Congrats to our winner Patricia from Overland Park, KS!]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>JoReviews is giving a lucky fan a copy of <strong>WINNIE THE POOH </strong>on DVD.</p>
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<p>Text the word <strong>HONEY</strong> (space) and your zip code to 43549 for a chance to win a complimentary copy of the WINNIE THE POOH on DVD. Winner will be notified Friday, October 28.</p>
<p><strong>Synopsis</strong>: Disney returns to the Hundred Acre Wood with “Winnie the Pooh.”  Featuring the timeless charm, wit and whimsy of the original featurettes, this all-new movie reunites audiences with the philosophical “bear of very little brain” and friends Tigger, Rabbit, Owl, Kanga, Roo – and last, but certainly not least, Eeyore, who has lost his tail.  “Ever have one of those days where you just can’t win, Eeyore?”  asks Pooh.  Owl sends the whole gang on a wild quest to save Christopher Robin from an imaginary culprit.  It turns out to be a very busy day for a bear who simply set out to find some home.  Disney’s all-new “Winnie the Pooh” movie is inspired by three stories from a. A. Milne’s books in Disney’s classic, hand-drawn art.</p>
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