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- ↑ "'The Rise of the Guardians' an inspiring fantasy mash-up". National Catholic Reporter. 3 December 2012. Retrieved 23 August 2018.
- ↑ "'RISE OF THE GUARDIANS': 'The Obama of animation'? Director Peter Ramsey deflects the comparison — but not the responsibility". Washington Post. Retrieved 23 August 2018.