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August 7, 2025

Bellevue to screen The Minecraft Movie at riverfront park

Bellevue is hosting a movie night at Bellevue Beach Park on Thursday, featuring a screening of The Minecraft Movie at 8:30 p.m. The event is free and open to the public, with complimentary popcorn provided by the Bellevue Police Department while supplies last. Attendees are encouraged to bring blankets and lawn chairs. This marks the return of outdoor movies in Bellevue after over a decade.

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July 16, 2025

Minecraft-themed drive-in movie night set for July 19 in Ottawa

The Starved Rock Regional Center in Ottawa will host a drive-in movie night featuring Minecraft: The Movie on Saturday, July 19, starting at 7 p.m. The film will begin at dusk. Attendees are encouraged to create their own “cars” using cardboard or other materials. Tickets are available for purchase via a barcode on the promotional flyer, but are limited. For more information, contact the Starved Rock Regional Center at (815) 434-0857 or visit their Facebook page.

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July 15, 2025

Minecraft says to hell with it, adds in-game version of Lava Chicken song, which you get by beating a chicken jockey

Parents of children who enjoy Minecraft have been exposed to the song "LA-LA-LA-LAVA CHI-CHI-CHI-CHICKEN," performed by Jack Black, which has become popular in households and is the shortest song to enter the Billboard Top 100. The Minecraft update version 1.21.94 introduces the music disc "Lava Chicken," created by Hyper Potions, and features new gameplay elements such as Happy Ghasts that can be harnessed and leashed. The Minecraft movie has been successful, leading to plans for a sequel, with the song "Lava Chicken" and a memorable chicken jockey moment contributing to its popularity.

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July 11, 2025

A Minecraft Movie and Pokémon: Detective Pikachu – 2 Films Blu-ray (Netherlands)

Warner Bros. is set to release "A Minecraft Movie" and "Pokémon: Detective Pikachu" between 2019 and 2025, with "A Minecraft Movie" scheduled for release on August 6, 2025. The film has a runtime of 205 minutes and is rated NL-9. The Blu-ray edition features a video codec of MPEG-4 AVC, a resolution of 1080p, and aspect ratios of 2.40:1 and 1.78:1, with original aspect ratios of 1.85:1 and 2.39:1. Audio options include Dolby Digital 5.1 in French, English, Dutch, and Flemish, as well as Dolby TrueHD 7.1 in French and Dolby Digital Plus 5.1 in English. Subtitles are available in Dutch, English SDH, and French. The two-disc Blu-ray set is compatible with Region B. The film is directed by Jared Hess and Rob Letterman, featuring a cast that includes Ryan Reynolds, Jason Momoa, Jack Black, Justice Smith, Kathryn Newton, and Sebastian Hansen, with a screenplay by multiple writers. There are currently no related news posts or forum discussions for the films.

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July 10, 2025

Watch ‘A Minecraft Movie’ For Free Under The Stars At Villanova University

Villanova University will host an outdoor movie night on August 7th at 7 p.m. at Mendel Field, screening "A Minecraft Movie." Attendees can participate in a craft project from Villanova's Art Gallery and enjoy complimentary ice cream and frozen treats provided by the Public Safety team. Guests are encouraged to bring blankets, chairs, and snacks. Parking is available in the S-3 Parking Lot, accessible from Spring Mill Road. For inquiries, community members can email neighbors@villanova.edu.

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July 10, 2025

Warner’s ‘A Minecraft Movie’ Remains Atop Weekly U.K. Home Entertainment Sales Chart Through July 9

The Minecraft Movie is set to bring the block-building universe to life with a fresh narrative focused on adventure, creativity, and friendship. It will explore the vast possibilities of the Minecraft world, featuring elements like crafting, exploration, and survival while introducing new characters and challenges. The film has a star-studded cast and a visionary director, aiming to create a visually stunning experience that resonates with fans. The production team is engaging with the gaming community for input and feedback, building anticipation for the film's release.

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June 28, 2025

A Minecraft Movie 4K Blu-ray Review

A Minecraft Movie features four misfit characters who are transported to the Overworld, where they must collaborate with a skilled crafter named Steve to return home. The film has a simplistic plot but embraces a light-hearted tone, appealing to fans of the video game. It showcases vibrant visuals and high production quality, including an Ultra HD presentation with Dolby Vision HDR and Dolby Atmos sound. The film has a runtime of 101 minutes, is directed by Jared Hess, and features a cast that includes Jack Black, Jason Momoa, and Jennifer Coolidge. Bonus features include five behind-the-scenes featurettes. The film is produced by Warner Bros. and is rated PG.

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June 28, 2025

I’ve spent six hours exploring the Steam Summer Sale with our Games Editor, and these are the 10 best games on discount I’d recommend so far

The Steam Summer Sale is currently ongoing, offering discounts for a limited 14-day period. Notable titles include: - Grounded: Developed by Obsidian Entertainment, priced at .99 / £17.49, currently at a 50% discount. - Cult of the Lamb: Developed by Massive Monster, priced at .49 / £9.74, currently at its lowest price. - Disco Elysium - The Final Cut: Developed by ZA/UM, priced at .99 / £3.49, currently at a 90% discount. - Cyberpunk 2077: Developed by CD Projekt Red, priced at .99 / £17.49, now at a historical low. - Little Nightmares 2: Developed by Tarsier Studios, priced at .99 / £2.49, now at a historically low price. - Crash Bandicoot N. Sane Trilogy: Developed by Vicarious Visions, priced at .99 / £3.49. - Thank Goodness You're Here!: Developed by Coal Supper, priced at .99 / £10.39, with the largest reduction yet. - Borderlands 3: Developed by Gearbox Software, priced at .99 / £2.49. - Guardians of the Galaxy: Developed by Eidos-Montreal, priced at .99 / £5.04, now at a new low price. - Dead Space: Developed by EA Motive, priced at .99 / £9.99, now at a historic low. Honorable mentions include Control Ultimate Edition, Forza Horizon 5, Elden Ring, Blasphemous, REPO, Undertale, Resident Evil 4, Stardew Valley, Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown, Red Dead Redemption 2, and Helldivers 2.

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June 21, 2025

NetEase’s ‘first AAA singleplayer’ game is Blood Message, and it looks amazing in its first trailer

Blood Message is a new action-adventure game developed by NetEase's 24 Entertainment Lin'an Studio, marking the company's first AAA single-player title. It is designed to provide a cinematic experience using Unreal Engine 5 and will be available on PC and consoles. The game features a narrative centered around a father and son during a righteous uprising in Shazhou, Dunhuang, exploring themes of duty and family. The development team emphasizes the importance of ordinary individuals in history. The trailer highlights the game's historical context, showcasing a fictionalized restoration of a mural related to the Dunhuang uprising. More information and updates can be found at blood-message.com.

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June 21, 2025

‘The Gilded Age,’ ‘A Minecraft Movie,’ Haim’s ‘I Quit,’ and the best to stream this weekend: June 20, 2025

The Gilded Age returns for Season 3 on Sunday at 9 p.m. ET/PT on HBO and Max, featuring Bertha aiming to establish her place in New York society and George expanding his railroads to California. Ada navigates her new role as the lady of the Brook house after marrying Rev. Forte, while Agnes deals with the implications of her sister's wealth. The season highlights evolving relationships and ambitious pursuits. The Waterfront, a family drama by Kevin Williamson, is now streaming on Netflix, focusing on the Buckley family in Havenport. The Buccaneers, based on Edith Wharton's unfinished novel, has its second season streaming on Apple TV+, following American women in 1870s London. Surviving Ohio State, an HBO documentary about Dr. Richard Strauss's abuse at Ohio State University, is available on Max. A Minecraft Movie, featuring Jack Black, is a popular choice among children and has grossed nearly a billion dollars. Frozen: The Hit Broadway Musical is now on Disney+, capturing the West End production of the animated film. Ash, a sci-fi thriller starring Eiza Gonzalez and Aaron Paul, is streaming on Shudder. KPop Demon Hunters is an animated musical action-comedy about a K-pop girl group fighting demons. Friendship, a comedy starring Tim Robinson and Paul Rudd, is available on VOD platforms. Haim has released a music video for "All Over Me," and rock band Wednesday has launched "Wound Up Here (By Holdin On)," the second single from their upcoming album, Bleeds, set to release on September 19.