The Guardians Are Back with Vol 2!
L-r: Kevin Feige, Elizabeth Debicki, Michael Rooker, Chris Pratt, Kurt Russell and James Gunn
L-r: Kevin Feige, Pom Klementieff, Karen Gillan, Zoë Saldaña, Dave Bautista, Sylvester Stallone and Sean Gunn
Guardians of the Galaxy Vol 2 is just fun to get lost in. I liked the storyline for the most part and enjoyed the back and forth between the characters.
I noticed there’s more music in this movie and it’s music that I enjoy and that was fine with me.
The one weakness in the film for me was Sylvester Stallone’s performance; I couldn’t understand him at times.
Now check out a few videos from the press conference below, watch the trailer and listen to director James Gunn talk about watching the film as a 4DX experience.
They saved the galaxy once. Now they are trying for a second time: Marvel Studios’ Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 with Star-Lord (Chris Pratt), Gamora (Zoë Saldaña), Drax (Dave Bautista), Baby Groot (Vin Diesel-voice), Rocket (Bradley Cooper-voice), Yondu (Michael Rooker), and Nebula (Karen Gillen).
Now that they have the father issue behind them, we can move on to Guardians 3. Meanwhile, 2 is in theaters May 5, in RealD 3D and IMAX 3D.
All in all, GUARDIANS Rules!
The Dark Tower Official Trailer
The Dark Tower coming August 4. Based on Stephen King’s book, The Dark Tower starring Idris Elba (last Gunslinger), Matthew McConaughey (Man in Black), Tom Taylor, Claudia Kim, Fran Kranz, Abbey Lee, and Jackie Earle Haley.
Cinco de Mayo, Good Food and Movies
GOYA products approached us again for a fun cooking post for Cinco de Mayo. And I said of course we’ll do it!
I’ve said before, I’m not a trained cook, but my love for cooking is strong. And fixing a dish for Cinco de Mayo would be fun.
Cinco de Mayo means many different things to many people. Here in the U.S.A. it’s about parties and drinking—and I don’t have a problem with that, except that I like to think more about the reason behind the day. To me, it’s a holiday that celebrates the date of the Mexican Army’s 1862 victory over France at the Battle of Puebla during the Franco-Mexican War (1861-1867). It is not a huge holiday in Mexico, but over the years it has become a commemoration of Mexican culture and heritage in the U.S.A.
Adding some mole flavors to the carne–ground turkey and pork with seasonings.
Now with the history of Cinco de Mayo behind us, I’ve chosen a dish that has flavors of a mole that’s fun to share with family and friends. To do a real mole, it takes time to prep and cook slowly. My quick version from start to serving takes roughly three hours. As most cooks know, the prep portion sometimes take more time than the actual cooking.
In this dish I used ground turkey and pork with Goya’s seasonings (garlic, comino, oregano), salt and pepper. I melted down some chocolate with 75% and 90% cacao with chili flakes and cayenne pepper, while Goya’s chile ancho soaked in some hot water.
In a sauté pan I had some leeks going and in the blender there were whole roasted tomatoes waiting for the chile anchos to join them with a little lime juice and añejo tequila.
The final dishes
The chopped almonds, sesame seeds and leeks are mixed into meat (see photos). At the end, I ended up with two tasty dishes: carne over leftover mac and cheese, and two tostadas with Goya’s refried black beans, plain yogurt (or sour cream), and meat. Both were garnished with Jicama, limejuice, queso fresco,and a little paprika. For dessert, pumpkin ice cream.
I also thought it would be fun to suggest a few films to enjoy for the day or evening.
Here’s the list:
- For the kids – Moana, Kubo, Zootopia, Finding Dory, The Jungle Book or The BFG.
- For the older crowd – La La Land, Rings, Rogue One: A Star Wars Story, Puerto Ricans in Paris, Doctor Strange, or Mad Max Anthology.
As a sentimental favorite, it would be nice to watch the original 1931 Spanish-language version of Drácula, starring Mexican actress Lupita Tovar–the same Lupita Tovar who starred in Santa, Mexico’s first talkie, eighty-five years ago. She was actress Susan Kohner’s mother and grandmother to filmmakers Chris Weitz and Paul Weitz. Tovar passed on November 12, 2016 at the age of 106. — A.O.
Photos: ©2017 Angela María Ortíz S.
2017 Fiesta Broadway in Pictures
Bumblebee figure from Transformers: The Last Knight
Fiesta Broadway takes place annually in downtown Los Angeles and for the past few year’s upcoming films have been promoted at the festivities. Here are a few fun images from the April 30 event.
Our publisher, Angela Ortíz had fun walking around and checking out all the special games and events promoting some of the films, like: Transformers: The Last Knight (June 23), King Arthur (May 12), Spiderman: Homecoming (July 7), The Emoji Movie (July 28), Baywatch (May 25), Wonder Woman (June 2), and Noche de Chicas (June). Photos: ©2017 Angela María Ortíz S.
©2017 Allied Contigo
©2017 Allied Contigo
©2017 Allied Contigo
Some goodies from Transformers: The Last Knight, Wonder Woman, Jumanji, Emoji Movie, Baywatch, King Arthur, and Noche de Chicas, Bumblebee, Optimus Prime truck, Transformers: The Last Knight, Fiesta Broadway
Se Fija Online at Fiesta Broadway with the movies
Selfies and people watching Fiesta Broadway
Se Fija! hanging with some of Allied Contigo crew and our friends @nukethefridge promoting Bumblebee, Optimus Prime from this summer’s Transformers: The Last Night
Bumblebee and Optimus Prime truck from Transformers: The Last Knight
Rings Psychological Horror Blu-ray Release
L-r: Matilda Anna Ingrid Lutz, Angela Ortíz and Alex Roe
Rings Samara got into Se Fija!’s Angela Ortiz who put the fear into @joseangel818 @thisfunktional @dandel17 @cheesyg and @desdehollywood
Se Fija! publisher Angela Ortíz interviewed Rings director F. Javier Gutiérrez and its two leading stars, Matilda Anna Ingrid Lutz and Alex Roe on the release of the horror franchise’s third installment in Bluray/DVD combo on May 2. The Digital HD is available now. Now watch the interviews below.
Fast and Quick Giveaway, Fifty Shades Darker!
*Thank you for participating, stay tuned for our next GIVEAWAY!
We have three copies of the second installment of the Fifty Shades franchise for three lucky winners. Would you like to win a copy of Fifty Shades Darker? Then just click here to send us an email with your name and address. And that’s all!
We’ll draw the winner at 10A (PT), Wednesday, May 3!
Fifty Shades Darker Digital HD available now, 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray™, DVD and On Demand, on May 9. Bring home the exclusive unrated extended edition featuring an all-new sneak peek of Fifty Shades Freed.
*Blu-ray or DVD based on availability.
La La Land Day in Pictures
©2017 Angela María Ortíz S.
Mayor Eric Garcetti proclaimed April 25 La La Land Day in Los Angeles and honored writer/director Damien Chazelle for his magical portrayal of the city and its iconic locations.
©2017 Angela María Ortíz S.
To mark the occasion, BANDALOOP aerial dancers performed a medley of dances inspired by the film high up on the façade of City Hall and the mayor performed with the Jazz band from the movie.
Mayor Garcetti was joined by director/writer Damien Chazelle, producer Jordan Horowitz, composer Justin Hurwitz, production designers Sandy Wasco and David Wasco, and cinematographer Linus Sandgren.
Now enjoy some of the images and video clips of the day and composer Hurwitz tells us, how he keeps working on being a better composer all the time.
La La Land is now available on Digital HD, Blu-ray and DVD. — A.O.
Fast and Quick Giveaway, Rings !
*Thank you for participating, stay tuned for our next GIVEAWAY!
We have two copies of the new chapter in the Ring horror franchise, Rings for two lucky winners. Would you like to win? Then just click here to send us an email with your name and address. And that’s all!
We’ll draw the winner at 10A (PT), Wednesday, APRIL 26!
Rings Blu-ray Combo Pack, DVD, and On Demand available on May 2.
First you watch it. Then you die.
*Blu-ray or DVD based on availability.
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Blu-ray and DVD Releases
DEADPOOL & WOLVERINE are COMING TOGETHER…Watch at home with your BEST BUBS again and again and again!
Add The Highest-Grossing R-Rated Film of All-Time to Your Marvel Studios Movie Collection when it arrives on Digital on October 1 and on 4K Ultra HD™, Blu-ray™ and DVD on October 22.
Experience all the laughs with hours of all-new exclusive bonus content including a gag reel, deleted scenes, filmmaker commentary and all-new featurettes!
Cast Ryan Reynolds (Wade Wilson/Deadpool), Hugh Jackman (Logan/Wolverine), Emma Corrin (Cassandra Nova), Matthew Macfadyen (Mr. Paradox), and Dafne Keen (Laura / X-23).
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Veep: The Complete Series. All 65 episodes from the 17-Time Emmy® Award winning series will be available to purchase on Blu-ray October 22.
Warner Bros. Discovery Home Entertainment will be releasing the complete series. Get ready to binge on all 65 episodes (seven seasons) from HBO’s Emmy® award-winning original series, along with all the previously released special features. The political comedy series follows United States Vice President Salina Meyer (Julia Louis Dreyfus) and her incompetent team as they attempt to secure a legacy, but often instead become bogged down in day-to-day political games. Pre-order your copy today. Also starring Anna Chlumsky, Tony Hale, Reid Scott, Timothy Simons, Matt Walsh, Sufe Bradshaw, Kevin Dunn, Gary Cole, Sam Richardson, Sarah Sutherland, and Clea DuVall. The series was created by Armando Iannucci.
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The West Wing: The Complete Series for the first time ever on Blu-ray, in celebration of the 25th anniversary of the critically acclaimed series. Get ready to binge all 156 episodes from NBC/WBTV’sEmmy® Award-winning original series.
The brilliant political drama, following an extraordinarily intimate look at an American President and the inner workings of the White House, will be available to own on Blu-ray on October 1.
Widely considered one of the best series of all time, The West Wing remains a landmark achievement in television, earning 26 Emmys, including four for Outstanding Drama Series. With its sharp writing and memorable ensemble cast, the show continues to inspire audiences with its intimate look at the triumphs, sacrifices and inner politics of the White House.
Created by Aaron Sorkin who executive produced with Thomas Schlamme, and John Wells, The West Wing stars Rob Lowe, Dulé Hill, Allison Janney, Janel Moloney, Richard Schiff, John Spencer, Bradley Whitford, and Martin Sheen. The series was produced by John Wells Productions in association with Warner Bros. Television.
The Complete Series Includes all 156 episodes from all seven seasons on 28 discs, plus over 20 commentaries, behind the scenes featurettes, unaired scenes, gag reels and more.
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HBO’s The Gilded Age: The Complete Second Season to DVD on October 1, 2024. The Gilded Age season 2 was recently nominated for six Emmy® Awards including Outstanding Drama Series. Indulge in all 8 episodes from the second season of the historical drama that won fans over with its charming cast and compelling storylines plus over 20 pieces of bonus content including never-before-released featurettes.
The Gilded Age season 2 cast includes Carrie Coon, Christine Baranski, Cynthia Nixon, Morgan Spector, Louisa Jacobson, Denée Benton, Ben Ahlers, Michael Cerveris, Kelley Curran, Taissa Farmiga, and more.
The American Gilded Age was a period of significant economic change, conflict between old and new systems, and fortunes made and lost.
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FRIENDS: The Complete Series in 4K Ultra HD for the first time on September 24.
This ultimate collector’s set features ALL 10 seasons from one of television’s most popular sitcoms completely remastered–plus all new bonus content!
Pre-order your copy now.
From Warner Bros. Television, FRIENDS follows the lives and loves of a close-knit group of friends living in New York City: siblings Ross (David Schwimmer) and Monica Geller (Courteney Cox), along with friends Chandler Bing (Matthew Perry), Phoebe Buffay (Lisa Kudrow), Joey Tribbiani (Matt LeBlanc) and Rachel Green (Jennifer Aniston).
FRIENDS marks its 30th anniversary this year, the beloved TV series continues to hold an enduring place in popular culture and hearts worldwide.
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