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Russell Brand, What a Firework!, with HOP Giveaway

March 31, 2011 by Dawn

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Russell Brand may be best known for his adult humor and over-the-top portrayal as Aldous Snow in Forgetting Sarah Marshall and Get Him to the Greek, or even to some for his recent marriage to singer Katy Perry.

When the new family film HOP opens on April 1, audiences should be prepared to welcome him as a fantastic source of laughter for the younger set as well, as the voice of E.B. Not ready to take over for his father the Easter Bunny, E.B. flees to Hollywood to pursue his musical career, but when his path crosses with Fred O’Hare, played by James Marsden, both of their lives will be forever changed.

I’m thrilled to be able to say that I recently spent about twenty minutes in Russell Brand’s presence, and it was the funniest experience I believe I’ve ever had. From the moment Russell Brand joined the group of parenting bloggers assembled to participate in the roundtable interview, he commanded the conversation, in a hilarious way. While the discussion included lots of silly jokes about “Mummy Bloggers,” as Brand charmingly referred to us in his distinct accent, he also talked at length about the construct of the movie and its connections to cultural folklore and tradition. Honestly, I could have listened to him go on and on, hilariously or seriously, all day long.

How was it recording the voice for E.B., as opposed to filming a scene with other actors?

“Lonely. What we should have had is we should have packed that booth with Mummy Bloggers to give me something to do and an audience to play to. Tim Hill, the director, he’s nice and he was encouraging to me.

They stuck me in a booth and just left me in there. I was lonely. There were some carrots. They said it would help with the character. I don’t like carrots. I could see better, though.”

See what I mean? For the full effect, you have to try to hear him say it in your head, rapid-fire and full of laughter.

Did they film the live part of it first?

“No. They animate to your voice, so that’s good because you can change things and make decisions. They show a script and then I always change it because then I feel that I have more ownership of it and I feel that it’s funnier. As a comedian, you have to be funny. Otherwise, they will take your card.”

I have no fear that anyone will be taking his comedian card, ever. As talk turned more to the themes of the movie, the humor blended with more serious evaluation, as well.

What is it that makes E.B. memorable?

“Well, firstly, he looks crazy. He’s a rabbit and he doesn’t have any trousers or pants on. That’s peculiar. I remember that, myself.

And he has an evocative and playful spirit. The rabbit is a symbol in Native American mythology of the trickster often seen as the messenger between gods and man. Like Prometheus in ancient myth, who nicked fire from the gods, rabbits are almost mischievous. They’re always nicking our crops if you’re an agricultural type person.”

Since children’s literature plays a big role in both my family and professional lives, I appreciated the attention paid to that traditional role of the rabbit in lore and literature!

On the “realness” of the Easter Bunny:

“In your position as Mummy Bloggers, it’s important to keep up the idea that the Easter Bunny is real. I temporarily possessed him. Is that weird? Is that going to help? I possessed the Easter Bunny temporarily and was able to provide him with a voice. I have got a double identity where, by night, I transform into a rabbit, which is a difficult and painful process where my fangs grow and my fur grows and I contort like a werewolf.”

As you can imagine, the entire group was consumed by laughter while chatting with Russell Brand. Happily, I’m confident saying that adults and children alike will do the same when watching HOP, coming out in theaters tomorrow, April 1!

Photo Courtesy of Chris and Kristen Photography

Are you and your kids looking forward to the movie HOP? We’re excited to offer one lucky reader a fabulous prize pack of goodies from the movie:

  • 2 Plush dolls
  • Pink Beret
  • E.B.’s Drumsticks
  • Coloring book with crayons
  • Watercolor activity book
  • Silly Bandz
  • Temporary Tattoos
  • Bouncy Ball
  • T-shirt
  • Hat
  • Figurine
  • Jellybean Dispenser

Giveaway courtesy of Universal Pictures. To enter, please leave a comment, U.S. mailing addresses only. We’ll announce our winner on 4/9.

This weekend in L.A. left me completely starstruck and so excited to share this movie with my own children. I’m not done talking about it here, though, so please check out these other posts related to my HOP experience:

  • HOP movie and books review, on 5 Minutes for Books
  • Fatherhood in Hollywood, James Marsden’s Star Performance, on 5 Minutes for Mom
  • HOPping fun in L.A., part one, on my personal blog
  • HOPping fun in L.A., part two, also on my personal blog
  • HOPping fun in L.A., part three, the final installment

Disclosure: Universal Studios paid my expenses to attend the press junket for Hop, but any opinions about the experience or the movie are completely my own.

5 Minutes for Books reviewer Dawn lives to laugh, and she makes frequent attempts at humor on her blog, my thoughts exactly. She also wonders if anyone caught the joke in the title of this very post!

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When she's not reviewing books, 5 Minutes for Books contributor Dawn (and her online alter ego, morninglight mama) can be found blogging at my thoughts exactly and contributing to The DC Moms.

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164 Comments

  1. Michelle says

    April 11, 2011 at 12:04 pm

    This movie looks so cute! I’m excited to take my girls to it soon. 😀

    Reply
  2. Courtney says

    April 9, 2011 at 11:16 am

    Can’t wait to see this one…Looks like a lot of fun!

    Reply
  3. dmrose says

    April 9, 2011 at 8:34 am

    i have seen this movie and loved it! i am going back with my grand kids today. they cant wait and i cant wait till it comes out on dvd!! ill be one of the first to run out and buy it!!!!!!!

    Reply
  4. Sand says

    April 8, 2011 at 11:29 pm

    My niece and nephew have been raving about this movie!

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  5. david paulson says

    April 8, 2011 at 10:57 pm

    auh sum

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  6. bev m says

    April 8, 2011 at 8:58 pm

    Looks like a great movie to take the children to. Thanks for having the contest!

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  7. Gianna says

    April 8, 2011 at 6:48 pm

    Please enter me for my kiddos 🙂

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  8. elizabeth p says

    April 8, 2011 at 6:19 pm

    My kids are super excited about seeing hop!

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  9. Diane Baum says

    April 8, 2011 at 6:09 pm

    Can’t wait to see this movie with my family, I’m probably the most excited about seeing it.

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  10. meme says

    April 8, 2011 at 5:27 pm

    My kids can’t wait to see this moive. Hope to go next weekend

    Reply
  11. Jennifer Lamb says

    April 8, 2011 at 4:10 pm

    Can’t wait to take my kids to see Hop they are so excited!!! We would love to win!

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  12. Kari in Wyoming says

    April 8, 2011 at 2:36 pm

    We took the family last weekend and thoruoghly enjoyed it….this weekend my son is talking all his friends!

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  13. Emmy T says

    April 8, 2011 at 12:39 pm

    That sounded like a lot of fun, and you can tell people you met EB.

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  14. Terry C says

    April 8, 2011 at 11:01 am

    This looks like a good movie for the whole family. Can’t wait to see it!

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  15. Julie L says

    April 8, 2011 at 10:47 am

    I agree-Russell Brand is hilarious-love to win thanks

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  16. dddiva says

    April 8, 2011 at 10:09 am

    Ian can’t wait to see this movie- loved your posts about your experience- thanks for the chance to win.

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  17. susan smoaks says

    April 8, 2011 at 9:36 am

    we are going to see Hop this weekend, this basket would be awesome for our daughter!

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  18. Dorothy says

    April 8, 2011 at 9:20 am

    What a great prize. Thanks

    Reply
  19. Aleks says

    April 8, 2011 at 9:18 am

    Thanks for the chance to win! Looks like such a cute movie!

    Reply
  20. Becky says

    April 8, 2011 at 8:50 am

    My kids loved this movie and would love this and I ummm love Russelll Brand…

    Reply
  21. kathy pease says

    April 8, 2011 at 8:12 am

    Thank you for the great giveaway please count me in 🙂
    kathypease(at)gmail(dot)com

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  22. amy delong says

    April 8, 2011 at 7:53 am

    my boys want to see this badly,so cute!
    ardelong2(at)gmail(dot)com

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  23. Justine says

    April 8, 2011 at 6:01 am

    We’re def looking forward to seeing this, I never used to like Russell but now I love him! He was awesome on SNL so I am now a huge fan 😀

    Reply
  24. Leslie S. says

    April 8, 2011 at 3:48 am

    My 4 kids are begging to see this movie.Thanks!
    lstanziani(at)yahoo(dot)com

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  25. MistySunrise says

    April 8, 2011 at 3:39 am

    my daughter would love this. It looks like a cute movie

    itsjustme62613 at gmail.com

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  26. beveanne mckinleyt says

    April 8, 2011 at 1:55 am

    i followed you on facebook and gfc i love the previews and am hoping they hid a lotr of coolsurprises like an easter egg contest.

    Reply
  27. Shelagh says

    April 8, 2011 at 12:41 am

    My kids and I are loving the commercials for this movie and we are looking forward to see it in the theaters.

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  28. Tabathia B says

    April 7, 2011 at 11:50 pm

    I love the previews for the movie

    Reply
  29. Pauline M says

    April 7, 2011 at 11:38 pm

    My daughter went to see this with her friends and loved it! Now she’s begging to have all of us go so she can see it again!

    Reply
  30. Jill Myrick says

    April 7, 2011 at 10:38 pm

    This is too adorable and my daughter would love it.

    Thank you so much for the giveaway.

    jweezie43[at]gmail[dot]com

    Reply
  31. Reginald S says

    April 7, 2011 at 10:33 pm

    Taking the kids to the matinee this weekend!

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  32. Miss Spoken says

    April 7, 2011 at 6:35 pm

    My kids can’t wait to see this …

    Reply
  33. amy d says

    April 7, 2011 at 5:38 pm

    i would love to see this movie
    amy16323(at)gmail(dot)com

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  34. Molly K says

    April 7, 2011 at 2:50 pm

    We can’t wait to see them movie. We plan on going next weekend 😉

    Reply
  35. Happi Shopr says

    April 7, 2011 at 2:37 pm

    This looks adorable!

    Reply
  36. ACMommy3 says

    April 7, 2011 at 2:20 pm

    This movie sounds so cute and funny! 🙂 And this basket of goodies is wonderful!

    Reply
  37. sarah t says

    April 7, 2011 at 8:50 am

    can’t wait to see the movie, it looks really cute

    Reply
  38. Ellie W says

    April 7, 2011 at 8:11 am

    I plan on taking my two little grandsons to see this.
    Thanks for the giveaway!
    eswright18 at gmail dot com

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  39. cindy berg says

    April 7, 2011 at 1:32 am

    my daughter really wants to see this

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  40. monte says

    April 7, 2011 at 12:58 am

    Want to see this movie so bad

    Reply
  41. Paula Hafner says

    April 6, 2011 at 7:20 pm

    My kids would love this! They want to see the movie.

    Reply
  42. Ashley says

    April 6, 2011 at 7:02 pm

    We are looking forward to it hopefully we’ll get to see it this weekend!
    [email protected]

    Reply
  43. Cori Westphal says

    April 6, 2011 at 4:19 pm

    This movie looks very cute!

    coriwestphal at msn dot com

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  44. lisa schaffer says

    April 6, 2011 at 1:49 pm

    My husband I took the kids and we all loved it. I love the fact that Universal Pictures made such a family friendly movie… We need more movies that the whole family can attend and talk about for years to come. Plus, Russell Brand playing EB was great. I was hoping that one of the female characters would be named Katy becuase I LOVe hearing Russell say K A T Y…. My teenager loved it too…

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  45. Jennifer says

    April 6, 2011 at 1:41 pm

    Saw the previews this last weekend, looks soooooooo cute! Would love to win this awesome giveaway!

    [email protected]

    Reply
  46. Christina says

    April 6, 2011 at 12:07 pm

    My kids love the trailer (and there is a billboard on the way to school) – they can’t wait to see the movie!

    Reply
  47. Crystal F says

    April 6, 2011 at 10:06 am

    My girls really want to see this movie. It’s looks so cute. thanks for the giveaway!!

    Reply
  48. Brea's Mommy says

    April 5, 2011 at 9:54 pm

    My daughter is so excited about Hop. I know she would love this for easter!

    Reply
  49. Linda says

    April 5, 2011 at 5:21 pm

    I’m taking the grandson’s to see the movie and they can’t wait!

    Reply
  50. carol says

    April 5, 2011 at 4:56 pm

    cant wait to take the grandkids to see this movie

    Reply
  51. Kathleen says

    April 5, 2011 at 4:08 pm

    Can’t wait to see this movie

    kport207 at gmail dot com

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  52. Denise B. says

    April 5, 2011 at 3:41 pm

    Hippity, hoppity, Easter’s on its way.

    Reply
  53. Monique Rizzo says

    April 5, 2011 at 3:33 pm

    I am very eager to see this!! My daughter laughs everytime the preview shows the rabbit pooping jelly beans.
    Thanks for the chance.
    [email protected]

    Reply
  54. Rachel says

    April 5, 2011 at 2:43 pm

    This looks like an adorable movie. It’s actually going to be playing at a drive in near me so we considered taking our daughter to see it. 🙂

    Reply
  55. Fonda says

    April 5, 2011 at 1:44 pm

    Oh, what fun! Looking forward to watching the movie soon.

    Reply
  56. edq143 says

    April 5, 2011 at 1:10 pm

    Planning to see this on the weekend

    Reply
  57. Jenn S. says

    April 5, 2011 at 1:01 pm

    Russel Brand is a hoot. I am planning on taking my kiddos to see HOP this weekend. 🙂

    Reply
  58. Steph says

    April 5, 2011 at 12:20 pm

    Looks like a really fun movie. I can’t wait to see it.

    Reply
  59. Teresa says

    April 5, 2011 at 11:16 am

    Can’t wait to see it,color me happy!

    Reply
  60. Kathy Dunaway says

    April 5, 2011 at 9:50 am

    We plan to go and see the movie this coming week end. It looks like a fun movie. Thanks for the giveaway:)

    Reply
  61. McKim says

    April 5, 2011 at 9:45 am

    What a fun experience for you! My grandson loves watching the Hop commercials.

    Reply
  62. EMMA L HORTON says

    April 5, 2011 at 8:09 am

    MY GRANDSON WILL LOVE THIS

    Reply
  63. katklaw777 says

    April 5, 2011 at 7:15 am

    Can’t wait to see this movie…great giveaway, thanks.

    Reply
  64. Danielle W says

    April 5, 2011 at 1:23 am

    We went and saw it Sunday it was fabulously funny. My daughter even got the kids popcorn with soda pack and the tray was decorated in the Hop theme.

    texaswaitress (at) live (dot) com

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  65. Soha Molina says

    April 4, 2011 at 10:57 pm

    looking forward to seeing this movie

    Reply
  66. Kelly Ann T. says

    April 4, 2011 at 10:47 pm

    Even my husband is looking forward to seeing this movie with the family. This prize package is wonderful too.

    Reply
  67. Staci A says

    April 4, 2011 at 10:06 pm

    We are so excited to see Hop! The commercials look adorable. My son and his friends were so excited about seeing the jellybean scene on the ads!

    Reply
  68. mombert5 says

    April 4, 2011 at 9:56 pm

    love this site I’m new Hi everybody

    Reply
  69. Jill L says

    April 4, 2011 at 9:56 pm

    Going to take the girls to see this over the weekend. Can’t wait.

    Reply
  70. Courtney Haas says

    April 4, 2011 at 9:30 pm

    I am really looking forward to seeing this movie..

    Reply
  71. Johannah B says

    April 4, 2011 at 9:25 pm

    This is more than cute. I just love that bunny!
    1prizewinner at gmail dot com

    Reply
  72. edwina says

    April 4, 2011 at 8:47 pm

    would love this for my great nieces

    Reply
  73. Denise S says

    April 4, 2011 at 7:54 pm

    My children will love this and I hope they get to see it soon.
    lazybones344 at gmail dot com

    Reply
  74. Christy N says

    April 4, 2011 at 7:49 pm

    Looks so good, we want to see it

    Reply
  75. Mami2jcn says

    April 4, 2011 at 7:41 pm

    My sons have definitely been wanting to see it!

    Reply
  76. Terri Dell says

    April 4, 2011 at 4:24 pm

    I haven’t seen it but the commercials on TV make me want to go to the movies

    Reply
  77. Terra Heck says

    April 4, 2011 at 3:11 pm

    This looks like a great movie and that was a fun interview to read. Please count me in to win.
    partymix25(at)hotmail(dot)com

    Reply
  78. Kristi Duncan says

    April 4, 2011 at 1:46 pm

    THis would be FUN to watch – kids have wanted to go, but we’ve had too many other committments, i’ll cross my fingers!

    Reply
  79. Kay M says

    April 4, 2011 at 8:44 am

    I soooo want to take my grandkids to see this movie!

    Reply
  80. Christine Jensen says

    April 3, 2011 at 11:06 pm

    My kids can’t wait to see this movie (and we are going, since they have spring break this week!)

    Reply
  81. nan says

    April 3, 2011 at 10:14 pm

    would love this
    nannypanpan at sbcglobal.net

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  82. melissa n says

    April 3, 2011 at 2:27 pm

    this looks like the cutest movie! i can’t wait to see it! thanks for a great giveaway!!

    Reply
  83. Beth C says

    April 3, 2011 at 8:54 am

    This looks like a fun movie! I’m sure we will go!

    Reply
  84. Jennifer says

    April 2, 2011 at 5:35 pm

    I can’t wait to take my girls to see this movie! What a great time for it to come out… just in time for Easter!

    Reply
  85. vickie couturier says

    April 2, 2011 at 5:35 pm

    im hoping to take my grandsons to see the movie

    vlbelk(at)hotmail.com

    Reply
  86. Kris I. says

    April 2, 2011 at 4:55 pm

    My children can’t wait to see this movie!! It looks really cute!

    Reply
  87. mrsshukra says

    April 2, 2011 at 4:18 pm

    Russell Brand fan, count me in!

    Reply
  88. Ashley K says

    April 2, 2011 at 2:00 pm

    My son thinks wants to hunt jelly beans now, not eggs! LOL! Great movie! Thanks for the giveaway!
    [email protected]

    Reply
  89. Jayde says

    April 2, 2011 at 12:37 am

    I have to say that I have really fallen in love with Russell Brand and I am looking forward to taking my girls to this movie as well as seeing the remake of the movie Arthur

    Reply
  90. ChristiS says

    April 1, 2011 at 5:46 pm

    Hoping the boys and I can go see this movie soon!

    Reply
  91. Angie says

    April 1, 2011 at 3:24 pm

    This is a cool basket! A great Easter gift!

    Reply
  92. Susan Heim says

    April 1, 2011 at 9:11 am

    My kids and I are really looking forward to this movie. Thanks for a great giveaway!

    Reply
  93. sindy says

    April 1, 2011 at 9:02 am

    I’ve seen the trailer, I know my kids will love this movie!

    Reply
  94. CrystalGB says

    April 1, 2011 at 8:30 am

    Awesome giveaway. So looking forward to Hop. It looks so cute. 🙂

    Reply
  95. debra b says

    April 1, 2011 at 7:26 am

    Can’t wait to see HOP! I have a son that would be so over the moon if this came to the door!

    Reply
  96. Jenny Lloyd says

    April 1, 2011 at 6:55 am

    We are planning a family day and one of the activities is going to be seeing HOP. My boys get SO excited every time the previews come on the TV.

    Reply
  97. Kristin says

    April 1, 2011 at 5:46 am

    I adore Russell Brand. In fact I now have to love Katy Perry, because he does, LOL. My 6 year old nephew would peak out with this Easter present.

    : 0 )

    Reply
  98. Jenny says

    March 31, 2011 at 11:18 pm

    I never much cared for him and I think he’s really ugly 😛

    Reply
  99. icefairy says

    March 31, 2011 at 11:04 pm

    We attended a private screening of the movie and really loved it. Hope to win this prize pack for my son. Thanks for the chance!

    Reply
  100. Mia says

    March 31, 2011 at 10:55 pm

    My son & I are very much looking forward to seeing HOP!!!! This will be his 1st Theater movie!!!! =)

    Reply
  101. Kristi says

    March 31, 2011 at 9:59 pm

    My boys have seen the trailer to this twice now and can’t wait to see it. I would lkove to win this so I could actually take them to it before Easter instead of waiting until it come to the “cheap theater” (second run)

    Reply
  102. Renee M says

    March 31, 2011 at 7:49 pm

    HOP looks like it will be a very cute movie – I think my kids will love it!

    Reply
  103. juliana stevenson says

    March 31, 2011 at 7:02 pm

    I would love to win this!

    Reply
  104. Larry H. says

    March 31, 2011 at 4:55 pm

    My 5yo son and I are both really looking forward to this movie. I am a huge fan of Russell Brand and am excited to see his portrayal of E.B. in HOP.

    Awesome prize pack! My children would both be ecstatic.

    Reply
  105. Shari says

    March 31, 2011 at 4:38 pm

    My four year old would love those Easter goodies! And I must admit, *I* want to see “Hop.” 😉

    Reply
  106. Alison S. says

    March 31, 2011 at 4:18 pm

    My son seems very interested by the previews, but I haven’t found them that interesting. We’ll probably watch it and I hope it turns out well. 🙂

    Reply
  107. Vilmarys says

    March 31, 2011 at 4:11 pm

    The movie looks hilarious especially how he makes jelly beans, lol. Can’t wait to see it!

    Reply
  108. Drew Stevenson says

    March 31, 2011 at 4:10 pm

    My kids can’t wait to see this movie!

    Reply
  109. Alysa says

    March 31, 2011 at 3:48 pm

    How fun! He sounds like quite a character! And that prize pack looks fabulous.

    Reply
  110. Betty Bill says

    March 31, 2011 at 3:47 pm

    This is a great giveaway!

    Reply
  111. Colleen Turner says

    March 31, 2011 at 3:18 pm

    My son is biting at the bit to see this movie! I find Russell Brand absolutely hilarious so I can’t wait to see it either. Thanks for the giveaway and awesome interview!

    Reply
  112. Kathy Stevenson says

    March 31, 2011 at 3:18 pm

    I would love to win this for my girls!

    Reply
  113. Danyelle says

    March 31, 2011 at 3:05 pm

    My 4 year old really wants to see this!

    Reply
  114. Geoff says

    March 31, 2011 at 2:29 pm

    Were the two male bloggers in your bunch offended to be called Mummy bloggers? Did they get their own category or was that glossed over?

    Reply
    • Dawn says

      March 31, 2011 at 2:56 pm

      Thankfully, on all the “official” paperwork, our group was referred to as the Parenting Blogger group. The “Mommy blogger” label must have been used in prepping Russell Brand before joining us, because that’s what he came in saying, but he even corrected himself when he saw the men and included “Daddy Bloggers” at that time. Both Dan and Matt were both really laid-back guys who basically gave off a “no worries” kind of vibe in response to it, and the joke became all about his accent turning it into Mummy. And really, this guy is just so flirtatious he was playing to the Mummies in the group- as he said in an interview on the Today Show this morning, “I have a rapport with women.” 🙂

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  115. Martha Sue says

    March 31, 2011 at 2:04 pm

    my grandkids would love this 🙂

    Reply
  116. Dawn says

    March 31, 2011 at 1:31 pm

    We saw a commercial for this movie the other day, and when my daughter saw E.B. she yelled, “I love that guy!” I think taking her and her siblings to the movie will be a hoot…for all of us! 🙂

    Reply
  117. Sarah says

    March 31, 2011 at 12:58 pm

    I just watched the rerun of his episode of SNL and it made me remember how funny he is. I think I might have to see Arthur too!

    Reply
  118. Allison McGrady says

    March 31, 2011 at 12:35 pm

    I can’t wait to see this movie!!!

    Reply
  119. Isabelle says

    March 31, 2011 at 11:49 am

    Would like to win it for my brother.

    Reply
  120. John says

    March 31, 2011 at 11:48 am

    Nice Easter basket!

    Reply
  121. Natalia says

    March 31, 2011 at 11:48 am

    Just in time for Easter!

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  122. Nadi says

    March 31, 2011 at 11:43 am

    Looks like a cute and funny movie!

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  123. CDC says

    March 31, 2011 at 11:28 am

    would like to win!

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  124. Shari says

    March 31, 2011 at 11:10 am

    I haven’t been too sure what to think about this movie from the previews, but my 7 yr old is dying to see it!

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  125. kim says

    March 31, 2011 at 10:45 am

    Great write up! We’re looking forward to the movie! We’ve seen the commercials the last week, my kids think the bunny is hilarious! Can’t wait!!

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  126. Karen Propes says

    March 31, 2011 at 10:43 am

    I love Russell Brand and so look forward to seeing the movie Hop. There is something about his voice thats makes you stop and think. He’s so witty and funny. His voice is perfect for the rabbit. Every time the commercial comes on we all stop to watch. Don’t go alone, take others to share in the laughter….
    [email protected]

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  127. Christine says

    March 31, 2011 at 10:37 am

    I think I may have a leetle crush on Russel Brand. And we’ve just added Despicable Me to our Netflix list.

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  128. Rebekah E. says

    March 31, 2011 at 10:31 am

    Looks like a cute movie. I bet my kids would love to see it.

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  129. Sheryl says

    March 31, 2011 at 10:16 am

    Would love to win!

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  130. AutumH says

    March 31, 2011 at 9:58 am

    I like Russel Brand as an actor,my husband and I can watch Forgetting Sara Marshall over and over. Granted most of his films are not child appropriate so it will be interesting to see how he does in HOP! I think it looks adorable and am thrilled that it is done by the same people who did Despicable Me. My kids and I look forward to seeing it.

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    • Dawn says

      March 31, 2011 at 2:46 pm

      I thought the movie as a whole was very appropriate, and I tend to be quite sensitive about “adult humor” that gets put too often in kids’ movies, in my opinion. I’m planning on bringing my 3.5, almost 5, and 10 year old kids to see it.

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  131. Michelle says

    March 31, 2011 at 9:47 am

    I can’t wait to see this!

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  132. Katie says

    March 31, 2011 at 9:18 am

    Looks like a fun movie!

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  133. Sarah at themommylogues says

    March 31, 2011 at 9:03 am

    We are definitely going to have to see this. Love James Marsden. Love Russell Brand. Love the scene in the commercial where the chick says, “What? My new earmoofs?”

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  134. Varda (SquashedMom) says

    March 31, 2011 at 8:47 am

    Well, you know we’re going to see this on opening weekend – because my son Jacob has been talking about this movie forever. He’s on the autism spectrum and his current obsession is… movies. I hear all day long about what movies are opening on what date and who stars in them (if it’s significant like Jack Black or Johnny Depp) and what they are rated.

    And so we go see ALL of them (unless they are “NOT a real Kids movie, honey” – like Red Riding Hood) and at least twice (because that way Mommy gets a 2 hour break on a weekend of all-working-with-the-kid-all-the-time).

    Glad it’s actually entertaining & delightful. I’m always MUCH happier when I don’t feel like pulling my eyeballs out for 2 hours.

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  135. Dara says

    March 31, 2011 at 8:32 am

    I’ve never been a fan of Russell Brand…I’m just not into his style of humor, especially since my kids are old enough to start asking questions about what things mean! However, we are all looking forward to seeing this movie! Well, except for Shelby…but then again, at 3 weeks, how much can she legitimately see anyway?!!? hehe great write up, Dawn!

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    • Dara says

      March 31, 2011 at 8:33 am

      and by the way, nice tie in to Katy Perry’s latest!! 🙂 kudos from the music teacher!

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      • Dawn says

        March 31, 2011 at 8:35 am

        YAY!! You win the nonexistent/just in my mind prize for most observant reader, Dara!! 🙂 I’ve had that song in my head all week while I was putting together these pieces!

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        • Jennifer says

          March 31, 2011 at 10:02 am

          Dawn that song is in my head ALL the time, because they play it all the time — in the mall, on televised sporting events etc etc, so I can’t believe that was not my go to thought on the title.

          So I admire Dara’s catch on the reference.

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          • Dawn says

            March 31, 2011 at 2:42 pm

            Leave it to the elementary school music teacher! 🙂

  136. Lucinda says

    March 31, 2011 at 8:19 am

    We can’t wait to see HOP. My kids have been watching the trailers over and over. I just KNEW it was Russell Brand doing the voice of E.B. I think I have a serious crush on him…yikes! I love him in Bedtime Stories with Adam Sandler.
    Great interview. Thanks!!

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    • Dawn says

      March 31, 2011 at 8:34 am

      I’m with you on the crush, Lucinda!! 🙂

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      • Lucinda says

        March 31, 2011 at 9:25 am

        You haven’t seen Despicable Me? See it soon! It’s one of my very most favorite movies. We’ve watched it repeatedly. Too cute…and way too funny.

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        • Dawn says

          March 31, 2011 at 9:33 am

          I know!! My kids and hubby rented it (I had a trip last month for a family funeral that I went on solo), and they all loved it. I know they won’t mind watching it again, so we’ll be renting it again soon!

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  137. Van says

    March 31, 2011 at 8:14 am

    this looks like a funny movie.

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  138. Jennifer says

    March 31, 2011 at 8:12 am

    I feel unhip, because I really don’t know anything about him. I think he was the professor guy in Despicable Me, too, right??

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    • Dawn says

      March 31, 2011 at 8:37 am

      Although I still haven’t seen it yet, I know that he plays Dr. Nefario in DM– and I know, I know, I have GOT to see it!!

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  139. stampedwithgrace says

    March 31, 2011 at 7:47 am

    my kids are really wanting to see this one!

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  140. Kristie says

    March 31, 2011 at 7:35 am

    The kids would have a lot of fun with this basket! Thank you for the chance to win!!

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  141. Sandy says

    March 31, 2011 at 7:17 am

    I can’t wait to see this movie. I’m such a fan.

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  142. Tawnda says

    March 31, 2011 at 5:50 am

    looks like a future classic! 😉

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  143. Dottie W. says

    March 31, 2011 at 2:54 am

    We love russell brand! I want to see the movie with my boys.

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  144. Eileen says

    March 31, 2011 at 2:30 am

    This sounds like a riot! We keep seeing the previews for and seeing alot of Brand on talk shows. I had forgotten he had a part in Forgetting Sarah Marshall, but my hubby noticed!
    What a great giftbasket for my 3 and 5 year old grandkids. and even a cute lil stuffed toy for their new baby sister born 2 weeks ago!

    thanks!

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  145. Anne says

    March 31, 2011 at 2:20 am

    Looking forward to a fun movie for my 4 year old to see. The interview sounds hilarious – hope that means the movie will appeal to both adults and kids!

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  146. Jaimie says

    March 31, 2011 at 2:17 am

    I’m so glad he was “clean” because I’ve only heard him be raunchy before, but he sounds like such a funny guy!! Love the comment about the rabbit without any pants on 🙂 I would love to win this prize package for my kids!

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  147. Ms. Dawn says

    March 31, 2011 at 2:08 am

    I love this man….he makes me laugh out loud!!! I didn’t know he was possessing the Easter Bunny in this movie. I was a bit intrigued before…NOW, I simply MUST see it!!

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  148. Krista says

    March 31, 2011 at 1:39 am

    Sounds super fun! I hope it’s just this good! 🙂

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  149. Kate says

    March 31, 2011 at 12:57 am

    This movie looks adorable!

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  150. Janice says

    March 31, 2011 at 12:28 am

    I can’t believe I missed Russell Brand!!!!!!!!!!! Dawn — how much do you LOVE me for not being able to go! lol
    FABULOUS write up too — you can count on more trips! 🙂

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    • Dawn says

      March 31, 2011 at 8:32 am

      Oh Janice- this was seriously the highlight of my year- such an amazing trip and absolutely OTHER WORLDLY! I so appreciate the opportunity to go and represent 5 Minutes for Mom.

      Thanks for your kind words about the piece– I tried my best! 🙂

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  151. Janet says

    March 31, 2011 at 12:09 am

    Great writeup! I saw Russell Brand on the Today Show this morning and he was a hoot & a half with Meredith in regards to the movie. I didn’t know too much about him ahead of time and found him absolutely darling. I can’t wait to see the movie with my family.

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    • Dawn says

      March 31, 2011 at 8:33 am

      I’ll have to find the piece online, Janet- thanks for the heads up. Meredith Viera also appeared in GET HIM TO THE GREEK as herself trying to interview a very out-of-it Aldous Snow (RB). I think she appreciates his sense of humor!

      Reply

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