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EXCLUSIVE: Mickey: The Story of a Mouse interviews with Floyd Norman and more

by Joe Henkel
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Mickey: The Story of a Mouse is now streaming on Disney+.

Disney brings us a new movie, the true story of their greatest hero: Mickey. In this documentary we discover what has made Mickey so famous and iconic for decades. This story about Mickey is also the story of his creator: Walt Disney. Mickey: The Story of a Mouse follows the history of this character. Featuring interviews with creators, historians and fans this documentary provides a fresh appreciation for what Walt Disney built. This movie also reminds us of why we loved Mickey and Disney as a child and why we still love them.

The Knockturnal recently interviewed some of the artists involved in this film. First we interviewed Floyd Norman, an animation artist that was hired by Disney in 1956. In the film, Floyd shared his experiences working with Walt Disney and animating for Disney. We then interviewed Dr. Carmenita Higginbotham, she’s a prominent art history. She shared her experience studying Mickey and talked about what made this mouse an enduring character. Then we interviewed Meghan Walsh and she talked about the process of collaborating with Disney and the other creatives involved in creating this movie.

Stream Mickey: The Story of a Mouse now on Disney+.

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Exclusive: Tony Hale, Mystic Inscho, and more talk The Mysterious Benedict Society

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Season 2 of The Mysterious Benedict Society is now streaming on Disney+.

Following the success of season one of the Mysterious Benedict Society, the crew is back together for season two. In season one, this group of four ‘misfits’ Reynie, Sticky, Kate and Constance were brought together to stop the evil Dr. Curtain and save the world. They used their wit, intelligence, kindness and empathy to stop the evil schemes. In this new season, they return to help Mr. Benedict once again. When their leaders Mr. Benedict and Number Two are kidnapped, these kids must use their minds to find their leaders. This is a fun series for the whole family. Each episode is filled with mystery, beauty and humor.

The Knockturnal recently spoke with the cast and creators of this show. Tony Hale, who plays Mr. Benedict and his evil twin brother Dr. Curtain, shared his creative journey of developing these characters. Mystic Inscho (“Reynie Muldoon”), Marta Kessler (“Constance Contriare”), Seth Carr (“George “Sticky” Washington”) and Emmy DeOliveira (“Kate Wetherall”) are the four main heroes of this show. We spoke with them about the costumes, sets and exciting process of creating another season of this show. Gia Sandhu (“Ms. Perumal”) and MaameYaa Baofo (“Rhonda Kazembe”) told us about working with these young actors and the excitement that filled each new day of filming. We also spoke with the creators of this series Darren Swimmer, Todd Slavkin, Phil Hay and Matt Manfredi. They shared their creative processes of collaborating on the Mysterious Benedict Society.

Watch The Mysterious Benedict Society season two now only on Disney+.

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EXCLUSIVE: Bitch Ass interviews with Tunde Laleye, Me’Lisa Sellers, and Bill Posey

by Joe Henkel
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Bitch Ass is now available on selected streaming platforms.

This Halloween season watch your back, there’s a new serial killer on the block. Bitch Ass the smart and scary killer and “the first Black serial killer in a mask.”

The legendary Candyman actor Tony Todd introduces us to this threat in the opening scene of this movie. The story follows four young gang members break into a house seeking reward, but are punished by Bitch Ass. They are forced to play games in desperation and the challenges are creepy twists on children’s games. If they win they survive, but if they win they die.

This movie stars Tony Todd, Sheaun McKinney, Tunde Laleye, Me’Lisa Sellers, Teon Kelly and more. The Knockturnal recently interviewed Tunde and Me’Lisa about their experience filming this movie. Tunde Laleye shared the process of internalizing and developing this new villain. Me’Lisa Sellers talked about creating this powerful and empathetic character that she’s excited to share on screen.

We talked with director Bill Posey about the inception and creation of this film. He told us about the contrast of the dark themes with religious undertones. His influences of watching movies when he was young, growing up in Massachusetts and attending Catholic school all inspired him as he created this movie. Posey shared what it was like booking Tony Todd and having him work on set. They only had one day to film Tony’s scenes and that day of filming was powerful.

Now available to watch on Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV, Redbox, Vudu and more. Be sure to watch this movie this Halloween season and watch your back for the serial killer Bitch Ass.

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EXCLUSIVE: Corbin Bleu talks High School Musical and HSMTMTS

by Joe Henkel
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Watch High School Musical: The Musical The Series Season 3 now streaming on Disney+!

Corbin Bleu’s success as a Disney star, musician, dancer and actor has been iconic to say the least. In 2006, He starred in High School Musical for one of his most memorable roles as Chad Danforth. After over 14 years since High School Musical 3, Corbin is back as a Wildcat. He returns to the HSM franchise playing himself in High School Musical: The Musical The Series.

The Knockturnal recently interviewed Corbin while he was promoting this new season of HSMTMTS. We talked about the amazing mind and leadership of director Kenny Ortega. Corbin told us about how Kenny helped create this amazing franchise and brought out greatness in the cast. We talked about the friendships he built during the years making these films and the emotional conclusion of HSM 3.

Corbin shared his excitement and optimism for the previous and future seasons of HSMTMTS. He is grateful that the series continues the legacy of the original films, while creating something unique for the current generation. Working on set with this cast of Wildcats was a fantastic experience for Corbin. There was a mutual respect between him and the younger actors, he explained to the Knockturnal. We even tried to get some insider info about the show’s season 3 soundtrack, but he declined to comment on whether he sings in the new season. We’ll have to tune in for the new music and episodes as Corbin and the HSMTMTS cast go to summer camp.

Corbin also told us about how he is proud of the diversity of roles he’s been able to work during his career. His producing, acting in film, his music and theater performances have provided some amazing experiences so far.

HSMTMTS season 3 is now streaming on Disney+ as HSM fans everywhere look forward to Corbin’s return to the franchise.

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EXCLUSIVE: Milo Manheim, Meg Donnelly, Matt Cornett and More Talk Zombies 3

by Joe Henkel
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Stream Zombies 3 now on Disney+!

The popular Disney movie series Zombies concludes with Zombies 3. The final film in the trilogy is filled once again with amazing acting, dancing and music from our beloved characters. Leading the crew once again is Milo Manheim as the zombie football star Zed and the girl cheerleader Meg Donnelly. They shine once again with their beautiful romantic duets and leading their epic dance offs. Their town and school in Seabrook has changed dramatically since their first film. The zombies, wolves, and humans in Seabrook now face an alien invasion.

The Knockturnal spoke with the Zombies 3 stars. Milo and Meg star once again in the lead roles. Appearing in all three of the Zombies films is Carla Jeffery as Bree, Trevor Tordjman as Bucky and Kylee Russell as Eliza. The werewolves return again after first staring in Zombies 2. The leading werewolves include Chandler Kinney as Willa, Ariel Martin as Wynter and Pearce Joza as Wyatt. Appearing as the aliens for the first time in the Zombies universe is Terry Hu as A-spen, Matt Cornett as A-lan and Kyra Tantao as A-li. We spoke to this cast about their dancing, acting and music in this film. They shares their stories of team bonding and working together to create this epic film.

Zombies 3 is now available for streaming only on Disney+.

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Exclusive: Michael Cera, George Takei and Rob Minkoff talk Paws of Fury: the Legend of Hank

by Joe Henkel
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Paws of Fury: The Legend of Hank is playing in theaters everywhere on July 15, 2022.

From Paramount Pictures and Nickelodeon Movies comes a brand new animated film, Paws of Fury: Legend of Hank. In a world of cats, the good villagers are threatened by a powerful evil cat. An unlikely hero and dog, Hank, must learn to fight against these evil cats and protect the villagers. The humor and action of this movie will be fun for the whole family. This movie stars Michael Cera, Ricky Gervais, Samuel L. Jackson, Mel Brooks, George Takei, Gabriel Iglesias, Djimon Hounsou, Michelle Yeoh, and many more!

The Knockturnal spoke with some of the cast of this film Michael Cera, Kylie Kuioka, Cathy Shim and George Takei. The cast told us about the process of creating these characters. Originally announced as ‘Blazing Samurai‘ this film has been a work in progress for over seven years and confronted many challenges during production. Even during the pandemic, they continued creating remotely. Most of the actors recorded their parts from their homes and in their closets remotely. We also spoke with director and producer Rob Minkoff and he told us about the process of creating this film. The team overcame many obstacles and created this inspiring and hilarious movie.

Watch Paws of Fury: The Legend of Hank in theaters this weekend!

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