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The Plugged In Show

with Adam Holz, Johnathan McKee, and Paul Asay
Episode 253: An Interview With Wild Robot Director Chris Sanders, Plus Navigating Sad (But Good) Mov Thursday, September 26, 2024
The best kids’ movies usually prompt a lot of emotion. And many adults are often just as taken with these stories as their children. Paul Asay talks with Chris Sanders, the director of the new Dreamworks animated movie The Wild Robot. The Plugged In team then examines some of the more memorable family-friendly films they have reviewed and what your family needs to know about them.   Get your copy of the terrific Plugged In book Becoming a Screen-Savvy Family today!   Connect with us! www.ThePluggedInShow.com Connect on Facebook Find us on Instagram EMAIL: [email protected] PHONE: 800-A-FAMILY (800-262-3459)   Read the full review: ·       The Wind Rises ·       The Green Mile ·       The Croods ·       The Wild Robot ·       Grave of the Fireflies ·       Charlotte’s Web ·       Inside Out ·       Inside Out 2 ·       Big Hero 6 ·       The Creator ·       The Mitchells vs the Machines   Focus on the Family with Jim Daly Episode: How Your Family Can Manage Technology Well Part 1 How You Can Make Wise Entertainment Choices for Your Family   Donate Now!   We'd love to hear from you! Visit our Homepage to leave us a voicemail.   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

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