In hit after hit, adorable companions – from Superman’s pooch Krypto to playful dragon Toothless – have fulfilled moviegoers’ need for escapism.
Krypto the superdog adds cuteness to Superman. Warner Bros
We have been invaded by a group of adorable furry monsters with sharp teeth. They are known as Labubus, and they are everywhere.
The trendy key-ring dolls, from Chinese purveyor Pop Mart, have received endorsements from Rihanna and Cher, and are omnipresent on social media. In a way, they’ve also infused the movies.
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