The heartwarming story of friendship and adventure, My Penguin Friend is now available on Digital ($14.99) and On Demand ($5.99) from Lionsg...
The heartwarming story of friendship and adventure, My Penguin Friend is now available on Digital ($14.99) and On Demand ($5.99) from Lionsgate.
SYNOPSIS
Inspired by the incredible true story of DinDim the Penguin, My Penguin Friend tells the story of a little lost penguin who-after being rescued from an oil spill-transforms the life and soul of the heartbroken fisherman.
The penguin and the fisherman become unlikely friends, so bonded that even the vast ocean cannot divide them.
The uplifting story features Jean Reno (Leon: The Professional), Academy Award Nominee Adriana Barraza (Babel), Alexia Moyano (“The Kingdom”) and Nicolás Francella (“Victoria Small”).
My Penguin Friend (2024) Official Trailer
Directed by David Schurmann and Produced by Steven P. Wegner, known for family films including The Garfield Movie and Dolphin Tale 2.
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If there’s anything men appreciate, it’s comfort. So give the men in your life the gift of softness, breathability, and style with Manmade’s...
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Langers Juice is offerring a special and exclusive promotion connected with the release of DreamWorks Animation’s "The Wild Robot"...
Langers Juice is offerring a special and exclusive promotion connected with the release of DreamWorks Animation’s "The Wild Robot" now in theaters.
For a limited time, starting this September, Langers Juice customers can purchase any combination of their favorite four (64-ounce or larger) bottles of Langers juice to receive the official The Wild Robot t-shirt.
To receive the exclusive The Wild Robot merch, buy any four or more bottles of Langers juices.
Look for The Wild Robot promo on these flavors:
100% Pineapple
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Apple Peach Mango 100% Juice
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Each t-shirt requires $1.99 for shipping and handling, which can be mailed by check with the form or paid online - www.langer-juice-company.myshopify.com
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Langers Juice is available at grocers and retailers nationwide as well as on their website.
Want to do something different for family game night? A visit to Sugar Mouse NYC offers various ways families can enjoy an updated gaming ex...
Want to do something different for family game night? A visit to Sugar Mouse NYC offers various ways families can enjoy an updated gaming experience.
Note: I was invited as media for review purpose. However, any views expressed are always 100% my own.
During a visit, I took my teen son and his friend to spent some time gaming, snacking and bonding while we learned how families can spend time together at Sugar Mouse NYC.
We fully enjoyed our time there, and think it's a great space for families to visit.
Gaming Space
Since our visit happened during Anime NYC, the walls were covered with moving projections from various anime series. I learned that using 360° projection technology the walls can be change multiple ways. Even customized by section for private parties and gatherings.
After taking photos with the anime walls....cause teen boy....we set out to play the various games.
We played pool, ping pong and foosball. The teens had fun learning how to play and playing against each other.
It was a nice way to get them off their smartphones and interacting deeper in real time. I can totally see families making memories and deeper bonds while playing these games.
Food Options
In between playing the various games, we tried a few items on the Sugar Mouse NYC menu. There's a few different pizza options, finger foods including chicken fingers and various juices and sodas.
Overall simple but tasty food options. However if your family has specific food needs or request, then contact Sugar Mouse NYC before your visit to discuss. They might be able to preorder something for a fee. They're starting to build partnerships with surrounding restaurants.
Adult Only Perks
While the kids are enjoying the games and activities, you have the option to enjoy an adult beverage with your food.
The full bar offers both non-alcoholic and alcoholic drinks. I personally enjoyed drinks from both menus. Highly recommend either option.
Just a FYI
Overall the venue is versatile, offering everything from themed creative activities for kids, a relaxed settings for adults, and even a space for live music.
However, I do recommend keeping a few things in mind.
If you have young kids, then go early when Sugar Mouse NYC opens or during one of their family focused events.
For teens best to go as a group and maybe with an adult. Again going during focused events.
For planning private events, currently Sugar Mouse NYC recommends to do a rental before they open at 4pm. Contact them to preplan curate unique content for the guest (i.e., birthday space little mermaid, Marvel, Batman, etc.)
Sugar Mouse NYC
Located in the East Village, Sugar Mouse NYC is a family-friendly space designed to be more than a typical game hall.
Featuring:
Immersive Experience: Unlike traditional game halls, the space is equipped with advanced 360° projection technology that surrounds players in a dynamic, interactive environment. This adds a new dimension to your gaming experience, making it more engaging and memorable.
Diverse Entertainment Options: Alongside the immersive digital experiences, they offer a variety of classic games like pool and ping pong. This blend of new and traditional ensures there’s something for everyone, whether they’re tech enthusiasts or fans of classic board games that you grew up playing.
Customizable Events: The game hall is designed for social interaction. Whether it’s a group of friends, a family outing, or a team-building event, the space encourages collaboration and friendly competition in a lively, immersive setting.
There's flexible options for hosting events, from private parties to corporate gatherings. With the ability to customize the gaming environment and activities, guests can tailor their experience to fit any occasion.
Warm, Welcoming Environment: The whimsical decor, with its vibrant colors and playful design, makes Sugar Mouse NYC a magical place for families to unwind together. Whether you're celebrating a birthday, enjoying a day out, or just stopping by for a treat, Sugar Mouse NYC provides an inviting environment for everyone.
Community-Centered: Sugar Mouse NYC is committed to being a part of the local community by hosting events like family game nights, storytelling sessions, and seasonal celebrations. It's a space where families can connect and make lasting memories.
In the film My Penguin Friend, Adriana Barraza (Oscar nominee Mexican actress) portrays a wife dealing with many levels of heart breaking tr...
In the film My Penguin Friend, Adriana Barraza (Oscar nominee Mexican actress) portrays a wife dealing with many levels of heart breaking trauma, but still has love, support and then renewed hope when DinDim the penguin enters their life.
Note: I was invited as media for #MyPenguinFriend screening and interview. However any personal views expressed are always 100% my own.
For me, Adriana's role as Maria, wife of João (Jean Reno) was just as key to the storytelling as the main "man and penguin" connection.
I was able to interview Adriana Barraza, and ask her more about her role, the importance of seeing Hispanic families in films and of course, what it's like working with a penguin.
Advice for other women/families dealing with sadness. And finding ways to move forward
Adriana Barraza: I don't feel that it would be appropriate to give any advice in the face of one of the biggest and most painful losses in life, a person suffering when loosing a child or loved one.
The only thing I can share from my personal experience with loss, in general, is that I feel you must trust in time, patience, your personal spiritual faith. Faith in life and faith in nature.
All those combined can alleviate the pain in some way with time.
Adriana Barraza: I believe that resilience comes from the inner depths of our soul. If you have more children, a partner or people who equally need you as much as you need them, that can be a driving force that helps us to keep moving forward.
Did you have fun working with the Penguin
Adriana Barraza: More than fun, it was a wonderful life lesson. The protocol to be able to work with the penguins began by maintaining absolute silence when they came on to the set.
Approaching them delicately, treating them respectfully and communicating with them based on the atmosphere of mutual respect, not only for them, but for the nature they represent.
I always thought that those moments gave all of us the opportunity to be the best version of ourselves in front of them. And that was very beautiful to witness!
How important to show Hispanic families in movies
Adriana Barraza: It is always an extremely important opportunity to have positive representation of all our Hispanic communities through the narrative of storytelling, filmmaking and movies, in this case.
And it is always a great pleasure to be able to have a story as beautiful as this one, where we can praise such important values as unconditional friendship, forgiveness for oneself and others, hope, second chances, the power of community, etc.
And fortunately we have all this in our beautiful and moving film!
The heartwarming story of friendship and adventure, My Penguin Friend arrives on Digital (SRP: $14.99) and On Demand (SRP:$5.99) from Lionsgate on October 1.
SYNOPSIS
Inspired by the incredible true story of DinDim the Penguin, My Penguin Friend tells the story of a little lost penguin who-after being rescued from an oil spill-transforms the life and soul of the heartbroken fisherman.
The penguin and the fisherman become unlikely friends, so bonded that even the vast ocean cannot divide them.
My Penguin Friend (2024) Official Trailer
The uplifting story features Jean Reno ( Leon: The Professional ), Academy Award Nominee Adriana Barraza ( Babel ), Alexia Moyano (“ The Kingdom”) and Nicolás Francella (“Victoria Small”).
Directed by David Schurmann and Produced by Steven P. Wegner, known for family films including The Garfield Movie and Dolphin Tale 2.
