TRANSFORMERS ONE COMES TO HOME VIDEO

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The animated movie TRANSFORMERS ONE shows that the history of archnemesis Optimus Prime and Megatron is more than meets the eye. These robots have been battling each other through comic books, movies, tv shows and the pretend play of kids ever since Hasbro introduced them as toys in 1984. Learn the origin stories of the Autobots and Decepticons in this first-ever fully CG-animated Transformers movie that is now available to add to your home entertainment video library via Digital and will be released December 17 on physical media [4K Ultra HD, Blu-Ray and DVD]. TRANSFORMERS ONE is rated PG by the Motion Picture Association of America [MPAA] for sci-fi violence and animated action.

As an 80s kid, I grew up playing with Hasbro's Transformer toys and watching the cartoons based upon them that aired on Saturday mornings. My kids have grown up loving Michael Bay's blockbuster Hollywood productions and being thrilled by the Universal Studios amusement park ride that immerses people in a battle between the Autobots and Decepticons. So, we all appreciated having a family movie night watching a Transformers flick. 

While TRANSFORMERS ONE is an animated movie, it still has a star-studded cast featuring a lot of familiar voices. The movie features the voices of Chris Hemsworth, Brian Tyree Henry, Scarlett Johansson, Keegan-Michael Key, Steve Buscemi, Laurence Fishburne and Jon Hamm. Can you pick out who is who while watching the movie?

Directed by Josh Cooley, TRANSFORMERS ONE is the untold origin story of Optimus Prime and Megatron, better known as sworn enemies, but once were friends bonded like brothers who changed the fate of Cybertron forever. Originally humble work bots that can't transform, the two evolve to become some of the most powerful Transformers ever. But how do they become such hated adversaries? You'll have to watch the movie to find out!

What I can say is that my family had an entertaining evening watching the movie. Therefore, TRANSFORMERS ONE earns a Geek Daddy nod of approval. Whether a long-time fan or new to this franchise, TRANSFORMERS ONE rolls out a fun science fiction adventure that makes an exciting starting point for future stories featuring these robotic heroes and villains. Being that whether you are 50 or 5 years old TRANSFORMERS ONE has an all ages appeal making it attractive to different generations and therefore a great selection to have everyone in the family geeked about watching it for a movie night.

CLASSIC TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES TV SERIES COMES TO DVD

The butt-kicking, pizza-loving series that started it all is now be available to add to your home entertainment video collection. All 10 seasons of Nickelodeon's original Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles TV series are collected in a 23-disc DVD set. Perfect for long time fans or a new generation of kids to enjoy! Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Complete Series Collection on DVD is available to purchase at Amazon.com.

Thanks to Paramount Home Entertainment and Nickelodeon though, this Geek Daddy has a Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Complete Classic Series Collection DVD set to give away to one lucky eligible entrant. To enter the giveaway, just complete the Rafflecopter form entries below before 11:59 pm ET on November 1, 2024. Must be a United States resident over 18 years old to participate in this promotion. Good luck!

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Cowabunga! Experience the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle saga in this totally tubular 23-disc set of the original animated series, featuring all 10 seasons in one complete collection! From their origins on the comic book page to the depths of Dimension X and beyond, the pizza-loving, shell-busting Leonardo, Donatello, Raphael and Michelangelo, with the guidance of their Sensei Master Splinter, have been delighting fans for decades with their turtle power. Whether it’s facing fierce enemies Krang, Shredder and Lord Dregg, saving humanity from near extinction, or battling against life-altering mutations, the half-shell heroes are always ready for heart-stopping, time-bending, straight outta the sewer action!

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MICHAEL MYERS PAYING A HALLOWEEN VISIT TO DETROIT AREA

In an exclusive first-time ever Halloween night event, the biggest Halloween villain of all time, “Michael Myers” will be making an appearance in Michigan. Experience a special screening of Halloween Kills with James Jude Courtney, the actor who brought the notorious Michael Myers to life in the last three Halloween films. In addition, a VIP Meet & Greet along with a photo opportunity event will be available that same evening. These are historically opportunities for Halloween enthusiasts as this is the first-time a Halloween event has been hosted by the actor of the iconic Halloween villain, on Halloween night!

The night kicks off with an exclusive VIP Meet & Greet and photo opportunity taking place from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM. This limited ticket experience gives guests the chance to meet James Jude Courtney in person, enjoy a professional photo taken by Emagine’s photographer, and snap a selfie on their phones as well.

Also taking place on Halloween night, starting at 8:00 PM, there will a live interactive Q&A session with James Jude Courtney, followed by a screening of Halloween Kills. Each attendee at the Halloween Kills screening will receive a limited-edition 11×17 poster and will be automatically entered into a drawing for Halloween prizes, personally awarded by James Jude Courtney himself. Prizes include signed Michael Myers masks, Halloween Trilogy Blu-rays, and more!

Thursday, October 31st – HALLOWEEN 

 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM - VIP Meet & Greet / Photo Ops with James Jude Courtney 

 Cost: $75 per person 

VIP Meet & Greet / Photo Ops include: 

(1) professional photo taken with James Jude Courtney (posted online the following day) and can include up to 4 people in the photo. 

(1) Photo/Selfie with James Jude Courtney taken on Guests’ Phone or camera Meet & Greet with James Jude Courtney 

*Note: Autographs are not included, due to timing. Tickets to the Halloween Kills screening sold separately. 

8:00 PM - Live interactive Q&A with James Jude Courtney followed by the screening of Halloween Kills 

Cost: $45 per person Q&A and Screening event includes: 

(1) ticket to attend the in-person live Q&A session with James Jude Courtney. This is a rare opportunity to gain unique insights into the making of this iconic horror franchise, ask burning questions, and dive into the behind-the-scenes magic of making the Halloween movies, followed by a screening of Halloween Kills. Limited-edition 11x17 poster. Automatic entry into a drawing for signed prizes including a Michael Myers mask, Halloween Trilogy Blu-Rays, and more.

Emagine Novi located at 44425 W. 12 Mile Road in Novi, MI. For more information, visit www.Emagine-Entertainment.com

S'MORES HOT CHOCOLATE RECIPE

Spooky Season is here! Snuggle up next to a warm fire and make The Midnight Society's secret recipe for delicious S'Mores Hot Chocolate while watching Nickelodeon's Are You Afraid of the Dark? The Limited Series Three-Season Collection. Available Now on DVD!

In 2019 Nickelodeon broadcast a mini-series “Are You Afraid of the Dark?” tale introducing a group of TMS kids who find that one of the scary stories told around a campfire begins to become true. A second mini-series was broadcast in 2021 and followed a new group of Midnight Society kids, who learn of a terrifying curse cast over their small town and are haunted by a mysterious creature. The third chapter, Are You Afraid of the Dark? Ghost Island, was shown in 2022 on the cable tv network and features another TMS group as they go on vacation on a resort island becoming entangled in the sinister haunting of a hotel's guests. Enjoy hauntingly good scary stories with The Limited Series Three-Season Collection, just in time for Halloween!

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SONGS TO HOWL & SING

Indie folk band LITTLE COYOTES have just released their first album which is available now digitally on all major music platforms. SONGS TO HOWL & SING is full of tunes to inspire children to have a lifetime of love for the outdoors and to embrace having family adventures in wild places. Fronted by vocalist Becca Mohler and produced by her Grammy-nominated husband Billy, LITTLE COYOTES' SONGS TO HOWL & SING is a blend of nostalgic folk melodies reminiscent of Belle and Sebastian, Donovan, and Simon and Garfunkel providing an evocative listening experience. Each song is crafted with a nod to folk artists of the ‘60s and ‘70s.

Becca and Billy Mohler own Cal Heights Music in Long Beach, California, a music school known for fostering creativity and musicality in students of all ages. Their popular caregiver-and-me class for children ages 0 - 4, which encourages a love for music and the outdoors from an early age, was an important inspiration for SONGS TO HOWL & SING. Their teaching roots provide a personal and authentic touch to the tunes performed in this album.

“Little Adventure” teaches colors by identifying natural elements like green moss and orange poppies, while “National Parks” takes families on a musical road trip through the wonders of America’s natural landscapes. The geometric “Shapes Are Everywhere” has an upbeat, ‘60s, “Mrs. Robinson” feel, while “Little Campfire” is all about cooperation and teamwork.

“Songs to Howl & Sing holds a special place in my heart, as it reflects my deep love for music, my passion for teaching children, and my desire to evoke the nostalgic essence of childhood,” Becca Mohler remarked to ageekdaddy.com. “My aim is to transport listeners back to that enchanting world, where every moment was infused with a sense of possibility and wonder.”

The album is aimed for an audience of children 1 - 8 years old has ten songs with a running time of twenty minutes. 

Track List

1. Little Adventure 

2. Looking Out My Window 

3. I Love All The Months 

4. Grow Wild And Free 

5. National Parks 

6. Shapes Are Everywhere 

7. AEIOU 

8. Sunny Day 

9. Rainy Day 

10. Little Campfire

MY PENGUIN FRIEND MOVIE GIVEAWAY

Looking for a heartwarming story that the whole family will enjoy for a movie night at home? Check out MY PENGUIN FRIEND that is available now on Digital. It has earned a Geek Daddy nod of approval for being an uplifting tale of friendship. So, I'm GEEKED to also be able to share my enjoyment of the flick by giving away a Digital code courtesy of Lionsgate so someone else can also have a wonderful family movie night by adding MY PENGUIN FRIEND to their home entertainment video collection.

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 a heartbroken fisherman. The penguin and the fisherman become unlikely friends, so bonded that even the vast ocean cannot divide them.

The film's cast includes Jean Reno (Leon: The Professional), Academy Award Nominee Adriana Barraza (Babel), Alexia Moyano (“The Kingdom”) and Nicolás Francella (“Victoria Small”). MY PENGUIN FRIEND is rated PG by the Motion Picture Association of America [MPAA] and has a runtime of 97 minutes.

I will be selecting some lucky recipients from the eligible entrants who complete submissions in the Rafflecopter form below before 11:50 pm on Sunday, October 27, 2024 to receive some free digital movie codes courtesy of Lionsgate. Must be a United States resident over 18 years old to participate in this giveaway promotion. Good luck!

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ARE YOU AFRAID OF THE DARK?

Nickelodeon's Are You Afraid of the Dark? limited series that were originally released from 2019 through 2022 are now available to add to your home entertainment video collection on DVD. The collection includes 3 discs of spooky tales perfect for binge watching this Halloween season. And thanks to Paramount Home Entertainment, this Geek Daddy has a box set of Are You Afraid of the Dark? The Limited Series Three-Season Collection to giveaway to hype its retail release. 

Oh yeah! This is a spook-tacular giveaway to join in on some Halloween fun! One lucky participant who completes the rafflecopter entries below before the witching hour of October 20, 2024 will receive a DVD box set of Are You Afraid of the Dark? The Limited Series Three-Season Collection courtesy of Nickelodeon and Paramount Home Entertainment. Must be a United States resident over 18 years old to participate in this giveaway. Paramount Home Entertainment is solely responsible for fulfillment of the prize. Good luck!

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The reimagined “Are You Afraid of the Dark?” premiered in October 2019 as a limited series and introduced a new Midnight Society as they tell a scary story only to have the events of the story come to life. Season two Are You Afraid of the Dark? Curse of the Shadows, premiered in February 2021 and followed a new group of kids, who learn of a terrifying curse cast over their small town and are haunted by a mysterious creature. The third chapter, Are You Afraid of the Dark? Ghost Island, premiered in July 2022 and features another Midnight Society as they go on vacation on a resort island, until they learn about something sinister haunting the guests. Enjoy some hauntingly good scary stories.

[Disc 1] Are You Afraid of the Dark? Returns in this nightmarish three - part limited series event filled with scorpions, eyeless men, disappearing children and the creepiest carnival of all time! Rachel has a chance to join the secret Midnight Society. All she has to do is tell a truly terrif ying story. But when the chilling events of her “Tale of Mr. Tophat” and the “Carnival of Doom” start to actually come true and her friends’ lives are at stake, Rachel must face her fears and end Mr. Tophat’s reign of terror.

[Disc 2] Curse of the Shadows – An all - new Midnight Society location brings fresh scares when the group’s leader suddenly vanishes. The remaining members must follow the clues, confront dark forces, and ultimately uncover the truth behind their town’s terrifying curse. Will they break the curse of the shadows...before it’s too late? 

[Disc 3] Ghost Island – Four best friends and members of a Midnight Society get more than they bargained for when what they think is a fun summer vacation on a resort island turns into something sinister. They encounter genuine terror locked away in one of the rooms after checking into their hotel, and as the kids try to enjoy their vacation, they are pulled back into the mystery of the island’s ghosts, ultimately leading them to a terrifying and shocking revelation: many guests check into room 13, but they never check out.