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A revitalized 'How to Train your Dragon' swoops in

A revitalized ‘How to Train your Dragon’ swoops in

By Sarah Cochi, Videographer • August 26, 2025

In 2010, DreamWorks Animation released “How to Train Your Dragon” to much critical acclaim, including two Academy Award nominations and a 99% Rotten Tomatoes score. In 2025, DreamWorks Animation...

Otto Anderson (Tom Hanks) is a depressed widower who learns valuable life lessons in the story of "A Man Called Otto."

Review: Tom Hanks stars in flat remake of Swedish film

By Matt Minton, Co Life and Culture Editor • January 22, 2023
"A Man Called Otto," a remake of a Swedish film, is a nice reminder of the importance of kindness. It's a shame that it doesn't go beyond the obvious.
After wooden puppet Pinocchio (Benjamin Evan Ainsworth) is wished-to-life by his father Geppetto (Tom Hanks), he sets out to become a real boy.

Review: Latest Disney live-action remake falls short

By Sydney Brumfield, Senior Writer • September 19, 2022
Disney wishes another one of their animated classics to life with the live-action version of "Pinocchio," producing mixed results.
Deja View: Remakes and reboots

Deja View: Remakes and reboots

By Kendyl Bennett, Podcast Editor • September 19, 2017
In this episode of Deja View Reviews Editor Jake Leary sits down with returning guest, Colin Tessier. Jake and Colin hash out the age old debate — how soon is too soon to remake a movie?
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