By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Ono Hawaiian BBQ has partnered with the Walt Disney Company to release collectible meal bags featuring art inspired by Lilo & Stitch. Launched on May 14, the collaboration offers one of three licensed Stitch lunch bags with each purchase of Ono's Keiki or Ohana meal options. The restaurant's Keiki kids meals include a choice of … [Read more...] about Ono Hawaiian BBQ Brings Lilo & Stitch Collectibles to Lunch Menu
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Analysis: Trump Tariffs on Film a Disaster Movie Plot for Hollywood and Licensing
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief In a move straight out of a blockbuster political drama, former President Donald Trump has imposed a 100% tariff on foreign-made films. The president issued notice on a full-scale trade offensive to save what he called the “dying” American movie industry. The bare bones announcement has raised concerns not just among foreign film … [Read more...] about Analysis: Trump Tariffs on Film a Disaster Movie Plot for Hollywood and Licensing
Merchantwise Launches A Minecraft Movie Licensing Program in ANZ
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Merchantwise has launched partnerships for A Minecraft Movie's licensing and retail campaign across Australia and New Zealand. The licensing partnerships offer a range of product types that feature inspiration from both the feature film and the original Minecraft video game. Offered at a variety of major and specialty retail stores, … [Read more...] about Merchantwise Launches A Minecraft Movie Licensing Program in ANZ
Licensing Connection Tapped to Rep Oscar-Winning Film ‘Flow’
TLL Staff The Licensing Connection has been appointed as the exclusive global licensing agent for the Oscar-winning film Flow. Directed by Gints Zilbalodis, the Latvian film was the upset winner for Best Animated Feature Film at the 97th Academy Awards. Licensing Connection says the agreement marks a significant step in expanding the reach of the critically acclaimed … [Read more...] about Licensing Connection Tapped to Rep Oscar-Winning Film ‘Flow’
Two Major Makeup Collaborations, Based on the Films ‘Wicked and ‘A Minecraft Movie’
NYX Professional Makeup Launches 'A Minecraft Movie' Collection NYX Professional Makeup has introduced a new limited-edition makeup collection inspired by A Minecraft Movie, the first live-action adaptation of the best-selling video game. The beauty brand, known for its collaborations with pop culture franchises, has partnered with Warner Bros. Pictures to bring the pixelated … [Read more...] about Two Major Makeup Collaborations, Based on the Films ‘Wicked and ‘A Minecraft Movie’
Gender Parity Achieved for the First Time for Major Film Releases
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Two new studies showed that women achieved gender parity for major US film releases in 2024, the first time that has happened. One of the studies was Dr. Martha Lauzen's annual report, It's a Man's (Celluloid) World Report. It found that out of the 100 top grossing films in 2024, women played the lead in 42% of the films, which is the … [Read more...] about Gender Parity Achieved for the First Time for Major Film Releases
Captain America: Brave New World Blasts into Perfect Sports Supplements
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Perfect Sports and Marvel Studios have launched a limited-edition collaboration for Captain America: Brave New World. Launched on January 3, the partnership is designed to promote the upcoming release of Captain America: Brave New World through licensed products and exclusive activations. "At Perfect Sports, we pride ourselves on … [Read more...] about Captain America: Brave New World Blasts into Perfect Sports Supplements
Sony Pictures Announces Three New Video Game Adaptations
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Sony Pictures is continuing its program of adapting top video games into films and series with three new adaptations. The new films and series will include adaptations of the runaway hit game Helldivers (pictured above), Horizon Zero Dawn, and Ghost of Tsushima. The announcements were made at the CES 2025 tech trade show, where Sony … [Read more...] about Sony Pictures Announces Three New Video Game Adaptations
Lexus Unveils “Wicked”-Inspired Vehicles Ahead of Film’s Los Angeles Premiere
TLL Staff In a creative collaboration with Universal Pictures, Lexus has revealed two custom-wrapped vehicles inspired by the beloved witches of Oz in the upcoming cinematic adaptation of Wicked. Set to make their debut at the green-carpet premiere on November 9 at the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion in Los Angeles, the eye-catching Elphaba TX and Glinda TX models channel the … [Read more...] about Lexus Unveils “Wicked”-Inspired Vehicles Ahead of Film’s Los Angeles Premiere
Lego Making Three Licensed Live-Action Movies With Universal
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The Lego Group will be making three new movies with Universal PIctures, helmed by A-List directors Jake Kasdan, Patty Jenkins and Attack the Block filmmaker Joe Cornish. The news was revealed as an exclusive from the entertainment publication Deadline, which says the plots of the still untitled movies are still being kept under … [Read more...] about Lego Making Three Licensed Live-Action Movies With Universal