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“Migration” (PG) – From the animation studio Illumination, who brought us movies like the “Despicable Me” franchise and “The Super Mario Bros. Movie,” comes a new animated experience about a family of ducks! Mack Mallard (Kumail Nanjiani) is an anxious father whose greatest fear is putting his family in harm’s way, but his wife, Pam (Elizabeth Banks), is desperate to see the world with their kids, Dax and Gwen. After much convincing and meeting another flock of ducks who are heading to Jamaica, Mack decides that it’s time for the family to leave their pond for a much-needed adventurous voyage! Danny DeVito, Keegan-Michael Key and Awkwafina are just some of the actors who lend their voices to this amusing film fit for the whole family. Out now. (Peacock)
“Thank You, Goodnight: The Bon Jovi Story” is a docuseries about one of the biggest rock bands of the past 40 years.” (Hulu photo)
“Thank You, Goodnight: The Bon Jovi Story” (TV-MA) – This four-part docuseries tells the story of one of the biggest rock-and-roll bands, Bon Jovi. Featuring personal videos, unreleased demos and rare photos that have never been seen, the series spans across 40 years, culminating at the point where front-man Jon Bon Jovi had to receive vocal cord surgery. It dives into the start of Bon Jovi as just a few kids in New Jersey and leads into their eventual skyrocket rise into global fame. Of course, interviews with the current and former members of the band are included, such as David Bryan, Tico Torres, Phil X, Hugh McDonald and Richie Sambora. But keep an eye out for another New Jersey local, Bruce Springsteen. Premieres April 26. (Hulu)
“Tiger” (PG) – The latest Disneynature film is out now, and its focus is the ferocious, fast and majestic animal tiger. Taking place in the vast jungles of India, the documentary follows a young tigress named Ambar as she raises her family of cubs. Viewers can follow along this tiger family’s journey toward survival in a challenging environment that is chock-full of “mysteries, surprises and dangers.” Indian actress Priyanka Chopra Jonas lends her soothing voice to serve as the narrator for “Tiger.” The film is out now for all animal admirers to enjoy! (Disney+)
“Brandy Hellville & the Cult of Fashion” (TV-MA) – It’s quite the week for documentaries! The final selection for this week is an eye-opening, original documentary from HBO that explores the fast-fashion brand Brandy Melville. The clothing company took off thanks to the help of social media sites like Instagram and Tumblr, where thousands of teens would post pictures in Brandy Melville’s clothes and instantly garner lots of attention from other teens worldwide. However, the company’s practices are put under the microscope in this doc, due to allegations of discrimination and inappropriate behavior with minors that track back to the brand’s founder and CEO Stephan Marsan. Out now. (Max)
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