Press release
ARC ENTERTAINMENT PRESENTS
SNOWMEN
OPENS theatrically on Oct. 21, 2011
SNOWMEN is a humorous and heartfelt coming-of-age story about three unlikely heroes and the winter that changed their lives forever.
After a surprising discovery in the snow catapults three small-town boys into the spotlight, the best friends hatch a plan to be remembered forever by setting a Guinness World Records® title.
Along the way, the trio battles schoolyard bullies, unites their community and discovers that - while fame may be fleeting - true friendship lasts forever.
The film stars Bobby Coleman (Last Song), Ray Liotta (Wild Hogs), Bobb’e J. Thompson (Role Models), Josh Flitter (Ace Ventura Jr.) and Christopher Lloyd (Back to the Future).
Directed By: Robert Kirbyson
Release Date: Friday, October 21, 2011 (NYC, LA, and top 20 cities nationwide)
Cast: Ray Liotta, Christopher Lloyd, Josh Flitter and Bobby Coleman.
TRAILER:http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2kduef-UoU4
EPK: http://www.epk.tv/view/#/campaign/snowmen/epk/
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ARC ENTERTAINMENT PRESENTS
SNOWMEN
OPENS theatrically on Oct. 21, 2011
SNOWMEN is a humorous and heartfelt coming-of-age story about three unlikely heroes and the winter that changed their lives forever.
After a surprising discovery in the snow catapults three small-town boys into the spotlight, the best friends hatch a plan to be remembered forever by setting a Guinness World Records® title.
Along the way, the trio battles schoolyard bullies, unites their community and discovers that - while fame may be fleeting - true friendship lasts forever.
The film stars Bobby Coleman (Last Song), Ray Liotta (Wild Hogs), Bobb’e J. Thompson (Role Models), Josh Flitter (Ace Ventura Jr.) and Christopher Lloyd (Back to the Future).
Directed By: Robert Kirbyson
Release Date: Friday, October 21, 2011 (NYC, LA, and top 20 cities nationwide)
Cast: Ray Liotta, Christopher Lloyd, Josh Flitter and Bobby Coleman.
TRAILER:http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2kduef-UoU4
EPK: http://www.epk.tv/view/#/campaign/snowmen/epk/
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Press release
Spy Kids: All The Time In The World 4D
Directed by Robert Rodriguez
Starring: Jessica Alba, Jeremy Piven, Joel McHale, Rickey Gervais, Rowan Blanchard, Mason Cook, Antonio Banderas, Danny Trejo, Alexa Vega, and Daryl Sabara
On the surface, Marissa Cortez Wilson (Jessica Alba) has it all...married to a famous spyhunting television reporter, a new baby and intelligent twin step kids.
But in reality, trying to mother Rebecca (Rowan Blanchard) and Cecil (Mason Cook), who clearly don’t want her around, is her toughest challenge yet. Also, her husband, Wilbur (Joel McHale), wouldn’t know a spy if he lived with one which is exactly the case - Marissa’s a retired secret agent.
Marissa’s world is turned upside down when the maniacal Timekeeper (Jeremy Piven) threatens to take over the planet and she’s called back into action by the head of OSS, home of the greatest spies and where the now-defunct Spy Kids division was created.
With Armageddon quickly approaching, Rebecca and Cecil are thrust into action when they learn their boring stepmom was once a top agent and now the world’s most competitive ten year olds are forced to put their bickering aside and rely on their wits.
With a little help from a couple of very familiar Spy Kids, Carmen (Alexa Vega) and Juni Cortez (Daryl Sabara), and some mind-blowing gadgets, they just may be able to save the world and possibly bring their family together while they’re at it.
Spy Kids: All The Time in The World: 4D on Yahoo! -http://movies.yahoo.com/movie/1810160132/video
Written by: Robert Rodriguez
Produced by: Elizabeth Avellan
Release Date: August 19, 2011 – Wide
Genre: Action, adventure, family
Website URL: www.spykidsmovie.net
Trailer dropbox link:
http://dl.dropbox.com/u/24210283/Spy%20Kids%20All%20The%20Time%20In%20The%20World%20Trailer%20%231.mov
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/spykids
Twitter: twitter.com/spykidsmovie
Exclusive Character Posters - Spy Kids
http://www.movietickets.com/editorial.asp?eid=1224&exr=7091&movie_id=91634
Exclusive Character Posters - Spy Parents & Spy Dog
http://www.fandango.com/movieblog/exclusive-new-spy-kids-4-posters-669618.html
Exclusive One-Sheet
http://movies.msn.com/mom-pop-culture/spy-kids-4/photo-gallery/?icid=MOVIES2>1=MOVIES2
Images:
http://dl.dropbox.com/u/24210283/SK4_11012%20%281%29.jpg
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Spy Kids: All The Time In The World 4D
Directed by Robert Rodriguez
Starring: Jessica Alba, Jeremy Piven, Joel McHale, Rickey Gervais, Rowan Blanchard, Mason Cook, Antonio Banderas, Danny Trejo, Alexa Vega, and Daryl Sabara
On the surface, Marissa Cortez Wilson (Jessica Alba) has it all...married to a famous spyhunting television reporter, a new baby and intelligent twin step kids.
But in reality, trying to mother Rebecca (Rowan Blanchard) and Cecil (Mason Cook), who clearly don’t want her around, is her toughest challenge yet. Also, her husband, Wilbur (Joel McHale), wouldn’t know a spy if he lived with one which is exactly the case - Marissa’s a retired secret agent.
Marissa’s world is turned upside down when the maniacal Timekeeper (Jeremy Piven) threatens to take over the planet and she’s called back into action by the head of OSS, home of the greatest spies and where the now-defunct Spy Kids division was created.
With Armageddon quickly approaching, Rebecca and Cecil are thrust into action when they learn their boring stepmom was once a top agent and now the world’s most competitive ten year olds are forced to put their bickering aside and rely on their wits.
With a little help from a couple of very familiar Spy Kids, Carmen (Alexa Vega) and Juni Cortez (Daryl Sabara), and some mind-blowing gadgets, they just may be able to save the world and possibly bring their family together while they’re at it.
Spy Kids: All The Time in The World: 4D on Yahoo! -http://movies.yahoo.com/movie/1810160132/video
Written by: Robert Rodriguez
Produced by: Elizabeth Avellan
Release Date: August 19, 2011 – Wide
Genre: Action, adventure, family
Website URL: www.spykidsmovie.net
Trailer dropbox link:
http://dl.dropbox.com/u/24210283/Spy%20Kids%20All%20The%20Time%20In%20The%20World%20Trailer%20%231.mov
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/spykids
Twitter: twitter.com/spykidsmovie
Exclusive Character Posters - Spy Kids
http://www.movietickets.com/editorial.asp?eid=1224&exr=7091&movie_id=91634
Exclusive Character Posters - Spy Parents & Spy Dog
http://www.fandango.com/movieblog/exclusive-new-spy-kids-4-posters-669618.html
Exclusive One-Sheet
http://movies.msn.com/mom-pop-culture/spy-kids-4/photo-gallery/?icid=MOVIES2>1=MOVIES2
Images:
http://dl.dropbox.com/u/24210283/SK4_11012%20%281%29.jpg
http://dl.dropbox.com/u/24210283/SK4_10789_R1%20%281%29.jpg
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ADVANCE DVD - Press release
Phase 4 Films Announces the DVD and VOD Release of the Family Comedy
MAYOR CUPCAKE
On July 19, 2011
Starring Lea Thompson & Judd Nelson
Los Angeles (May 19, 2011) – Phase 4 Films is pleased to announce the DVD and VOD release of MAYOR CUPCAKE. The film stars Lea Thompson (Back to the Future), Judd Nelson (The Breakfast Club), Frankie Faison (The Silence of the Lambs), Zoey Deutch (The Suite Life on Deck) and Dorian Harewood (7th Heaven).
Mary Maroni (Lea Thompson) is a loving wife, a caring mother-of-three, and Bridgestone’s finest cupcake baker. Her simple life becomes a lot more complicated when her daughter secretly nominates her to run for mayor.
Before she can react, a misfortunate accident involving the incumbent mayor sends her straight into office. With the love and support of her family to guide her, it is up to Mary to prove that she has the right ingredients to clean up the town.
All rise for mayor cupcake!
Phase 4 will release MAYOR CUPCAKE on DVD for $29.99 at all major retailers.
MAYOR CUPCAKE Specifications:
Street Date: July 19, 2011
Genre: Comedy, Family
Run Time: 86 Minutes
Rating: PG
DVD Sound: 5.1 Dolby Digital
DVD Aspect Ratio: 16x9 Widescreen
Language: English
Bonus Features: Trailer, Downloadable Cupcake Recipes
DVD SRP: $29.99 U.S.
About Phase 4 Films Inc.
Phase 4 Films distributes features films, television and special interest content across all media in the North American market. Its label, kaBOOM! Entertainment is one of the leading pre-school and children’s brands in the market.
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Phase 4 Films Announces the DVD and VOD Release of the Family Comedy
MAYOR CUPCAKE
On July 19, 2011
Starring Lea Thompson & Judd Nelson
Los Angeles (May 19, 2011) – Phase 4 Films is pleased to announce the DVD and VOD release of MAYOR CUPCAKE. The film stars Lea Thompson (Back to the Future), Judd Nelson (The Breakfast Club), Frankie Faison (The Silence of the Lambs), Zoey Deutch (The Suite Life on Deck) and Dorian Harewood (7th Heaven).
Mary Maroni (Lea Thompson) is a loving wife, a caring mother-of-three, and Bridgestone’s finest cupcake baker. Her simple life becomes a lot more complicated when her daughter secretly nominates her to run for mayor.
Before she can react, a misfortunate accident involving the incumbent mayor sends her straight into office. With the love and support of her family to guide her, it is up to Mary to prove that she has the right ingredients to clean up the town.
All rise for mayor cupcake!
Phase 4 will release MAYOR CUPCAKE on DVD for $29.99 at all major retailers.
MAYOR CUPCAKE Specifications:
Street Date: July 19, 2011
Genre: Comedy, Family
Run Time: 86 Minutes
Rating: PG
DVD Sound: 5.1 Dolby Digital
DVD Aspect Ratio: 16x9 Widescreen
Language: English
Bonus Features: Trailer, Downloadable Cupcake Recipes
DVD SRP: $29.99 U.S.
About Phase 4 Films Inc.
Phase 4 Films distributes features films, television and special interest content across all media in the North American market. Its label, kaBOOM! Entertainment is one of the leading pre-school and children’s brands in the market.
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Advance DVD press release
SESAME STREET IMITATES THE BRIGHT LIGHTS OF HOLLYWOOD
WHEN SESAME WORKSHOP AND WARNER HOME VIDEO RELEASE
THE BEST OF SESAME STREET SPOOFS V1 & V2
ON DVD JULY 5, 2011!
Two-Disc DVD Set Filled with Hilarious “Sesame Street” Spoofs of TV Favorites,
including “Grey’s Anatomy,” “True Blood” and “Mad Men” plus popular Old Spice Commercial Spoof.
BURBANK, CA (May 18, 2011) – Elmo, Big Bird and the rest of the Sesame Street gang have gone Hollywood as Warner Home Video (WHV) and Sesame Workshop, the nonprofit educational organization behind Sesame Street, release The Best of Sesame Street Spoofs Volume 1 & Volume 2 on DVD July 5, 2011 fora SRP of $19.98. The Best of Sesame Street Spoofs Volume 1 & Volume 2 features your favorite Sesame Street characters recreating in an exciting and preschooler-friendly way some of the most popular television series of yesterday and today.
Sesame Street has always been written on two levels – one for the child and one for the caregiver in the room. Research shows that children learn best from television when co-viewing with an adult - allowing the lessons to be extended beyond the program.
With this in mind, Sesame has a long history of spoofing popular culture to keep the adult in the room and entertained while the child is learning. These favorite spoofs have been compiled for the first time in a special two-disc DVD set for Sesame Street fans of all ages. The Best of Sesame Street Spoofs Volume 1 features clips from classic episodes of Sesame Street, while Volume 2 features hilarious recent spoofs!
Parents will feel nostalgic watching Volume 1 with classic recreations of such TV classics as “Hill Street Two’s,” “Born to Add” and “Monsterpiece Theatre: Gone With The Wind.” Adults will also laugh as children learn valuable lessons in Volume 2’s more recent spoofs of “A’s Anatomy,” a parody of Grey’s Anatomy teaching letters; “True Mud,” a parody of True Blood teaching rhyming; “Mad Mad Men,” a parody of Mad Men teaching emotions; and “The Closer,” a parody of The Closer teaching the concepts of open and closed.
Sesame Street’s recent viral smash hit of the The Old Spice commercial is also included as a DVD Extra.
“Warner Home Video is delighted to release The Best of Sesame Street Spoofs V1 & V2 on DVD,” said Jeff Brown, WHV Executive Vice President and General Manager, Family, Animation & Television Marketing. “Sesame Street has always excelled at creating entertaining content that combines education with pop culture references that not only appeals to kids but also adult fans. This special collection brings together some of the greatest spoof moments ever featured on Sesame Street that the whole family will enjoy.”
Now in its 41st season, Sesame Street is the longest-running program in children’s television. The series has received more Emmy awards than any other show in television history (130), as well as a Lifetime Achievement Emmy Award honoring the 40th year.
About Sesame Workshop
Sesame Workshop is the nonprofit educational organization that revolutionized children’s television programming with the landmark Sesame Street. The Workshop produces local Sesame Street programs, seen in over 140 countries, and other acclaimed shows to help bridge the literacy gap including The Electric Company. Beyond television, the Workshop produces content for multiple media platforms on a wide range of issues including literacy, health and military deployment. Initiatives meet specific needs to help young children and families develop critical skills, acquire healthy habits and build emotional strength to prepare them for lifelong learning.
Learn more at www.sesameworkshop.org.
About Warner Bros. Home Entertainment Group
Warner Bros. Home Entertainment Group brings together Warner Bros. Entertainment's home video, digital distribution, interactive entertainment/videogames, direct-to-DVD production, technical operations and anti-piracy businesses in order to maximize current and next-generation distribution scenarios. WBHEG is responsible for the global distribution of content through DVD, electronic sell-through and VOD, and delivery of theatrical content to wireless and online channels, and is also a significant worldwide publisher for both internal and third party videogame titles.
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SESAME STREET IMITATES THE BRIGHT LIGHTS OF HOLLYWOOD
WHEN SESAME WORKSHOP AND WARNER HOME VIDEO RELEASE
THE BEST OF SESAME STREET SPOOFS V1 & V2
ON DVD JULY 5, 2011!
Two-Disc DVD Set Filled with Hilarious “Sesame Street” Spoofs of TV Favorites,
including “Grey’s Anatomy,” “True Blood” and “Mad Men” plus popular Old Spice Commercial Spoof.
BURBANK, CA (May 18, 2011) – Elmo, Big Bird and the rest of the Sesame Street gang have gone Hollywood as Warner Home Video (WHV) and Sesame Workshop, the nonprofit educational organization behind Sesame Street, release The Best of Sesame Street Spoofs Volume 1 & Volume 2 on DVD July 5, 2011 fora SRP of $19.98. The Best of Sesame Street Spoofs Volume 1 & Volume 2 features your favorite Sesame Street characters recreating in an exciting and preschooler-friendly way some of the most popular television series of yesterday and today.
Sesame Street has always been written on two levels – one for the child and one for the caregiver in the room. Research shows that children learn best from television when co-viewing with an adult - allowing the lessons to be extended beyond the program.
With this in mind, Sesame has a long history of spoofing popular culture to keep the adult in the room and entertained while the child is learning. These favorite spoofs have been compiled for the first time in a special two-disc DVD set for Sesame Street fans of all ages. The Best of Sesame Street Spoofs Volume 1 features clips from classic episodes of Sesame Street, while Volume 2 features hilarious recent spoofs!
Parents will feel nostalgic watching Volume 1 with classic recreations of such TV classics as “Hill Street Two’s,” “Born to Add” and “Monsterpiece Theatre: Gone With The Wind.” Adults will also laugh as children learn valuable lessons in Volume 2’s more recent spoofs of “A’s Anatomy,” a parody of Grey’s Anatomy teaching letters; “True Mud,” a parody of True Blood teaching rhyming; “Mad Mad Men,” a parody of Mad Men teaching emotions; and “The Closer,” a parody of The Closer teaching the concepts of open and closed.
Sesame Street’s recent viral smash hit of the The Old Spice commercial is also included as a DVD Extra.
“Warner Home Video is delighted to release The Best of Sesame Street Spoofs V1 & V2 on DVD,” said Jeff Brown, WHV Executive Vice President and General Manager, Family, Animation & Television Marketing. “Sesame Street has always excelled at creating entertaining content that combines education with pop culture references that not only appeals to kids but also adult fans. This special collection brings together some of the greatest spoof moments ever featured on Sesame Street that the whole family will enjoy.”
Now in its 41st season, Sesame Street is the longest-running program in children’s television. The series has received more Emmy awards than any other show in television history (130), as well as a Lifetime Achievement Emmy Award honoring the 40th year.
About Sesame Workshop
Sesame Workshop is the nonprofit educational organization that revolutionized children’s television programming with the landmark Sesame Street. The Workshop produces local Sesame Street programs, seen in over 140 countries, and other acclaimed shows to help bridge the literacy gap including The Electric Company. Beyond television, the Workshop produces content for multiple media platforms on a wide range of issues including literacy, health and military deployment. Initiatives meet specific needs to help young children and families develop critical skills, acquire healthy habits and build emotional strength to prepare them for lifelong learning.
Learn more at www.sesameworkshop.org.
About Warner Bros. Home Entertainment Group
Warner Bros. Home Entertainment Group brings together Warner Bros. Entertainment's home video, digital distribution, interactive entertainment/videogames, direct-to-DVD production, technical operations and anti-piracy businesses in order to maximize current and next-generation distribution scenarios. WBHEG is responsible for the global distribution of content through DVD, electronic sell-through and VOD, and delivery of theatrical content to wireless and online channels, and is also a significant worldwide publisher for both internal and third party videogame titles.
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Advance DVD press release
Bon Voyage! SET SAIL THIS SUMMER AS WARNER HOME VIDEO RELEASES
THE WIGGLES: UKULELE BABY!
ON AUGUST 9, 2011
“The Wiggles: Ukulele Baby!” DVD Features 21 Island Tunes
and Celebrity Appearances by Today Show’s Al Roker and Entertainment Legend Rolf Harris
BURBANK, CA (May 18, 2011) – It’s time to hit the high seas and sail off to paradise with The Wiggles: Ukulele Baby! available on DVD from Warner Home Video (WHV) on August 9, 2011 for $14.97 SRP.
The Wiggles: Ukulele Baby! DVD features 21 new songs set to the sweet sound of ukuleles, making it the perfect summer soundtrack for families. The world’s premiere children’s entertainers, The Wiggles, are joined in the tropics by celebrity weatherman Al Roker and Australian entertainer Rolf Harris to help kids learn about music, weather and dancing!
Our favorite friends are now setting sail to an island near Wiggle Bay in The Wiggles: Ukulele Baby! and paddling into a harbor of hits including You Can Play the Ukulele, Hawaiian Boogie and Hula, Hula Baby.
The Wiggles are guaranteed to get the preschool party started with a slew of all-new toddler dance beats. Parents are sure to love it too! The island temperatures continue to rise as The Wiggles are joined by Al Roker for the song Thank You, Mr. Weatherman! while Rolf Harris climbs on board The Good Ship Fabulous Flea!.
Celebrating 20 years and more than 23 million DVDs sold worldwide, The Wigglescontinue to captivate millions with their educational entertainment. Fans can catch the preschool sensations live during their “Big Birthday” tour this summer and daily on Sprout’s Wiggly Wafflefor even more wiggly fun.
The Wiggles: Ukulele Baby! DVD includes the following all-new songs:
SPECIAL FEATURES INCLUDE
• The Wiggles’ Great Adventure!
• Photo Gallery
“Warner Home Video is pleased to share The Wiggles: Ukulele Baby! DVD with their millions of fans across the globe,” said Jeff Brown, WHV Executive Vice President and GM of Non-Theatrical Franchise. “The Wiggles have, once again, brought families together to learn, sing, and dance through an all-new island adventure.”
About Warner Home Video
With operations in 90 international territories, Warner Home Video, a division of Warner Bros. Home Entertainment Inc., commands the largest home entertainment distribution infrastructure in the global video marketplace. Warner Home Video's film library is the largest of any studio, offering top quality new and vintage titles from the repertoires of Warner Bros. Pictures, Turner Entertainment, Castle Rock Entertainment, HBO Video and New Line Cinema.
About Warner Bros. Home Entertainment Group
Warner Bros. Home Entertainment Group brings together Warner Bros. Entertainment's home video, digital distribution, interactive entertainment/videogames, direct-to-DVD production, technical operations and anti-piracy businesses in order to maximize current and next-generation distribution scenarios. WBHEG is responsible for the global distribution of content through DVD, electronic sell-through and VOD, and delivery of theatrical content to wireless and online channels, and is also a significant worldwide publisher for both internal and third party videogame titles.
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Bon Voyage! SET SAIL THIS SUMMER AS WARNER HOME VIDEO RELEASES
THE WIGGLES: UKULELE BABY!
ON AUGUST 9, 2011
“The Wiggles: Ukulele Baby!” DVD Features 21 Island Tunes
and Celebrity Appearances by Today Show’s Al Roker and Entertainment Legend Rolf Harris
BURBANK, CA (May 18, 2011) – It’s time to hit the high seas and sail off to paradise with The Wiggles: Ukulele Baby! available on DVD from Warner Home Video (WHV) on August 9, 2011 for $14.97 SRP.
The Wiggles: Ukulele Baby! DVD features 21 new songs set to the sweet sound of ukuleles, making it the perfect summer soundtrack for families. The world’s premiere children’s entertainers, The Wiggles, are joined in the tropics by celebrity weatherman Al Roker and Australian entertainer Rolf Harris to help kids learn about music, weather and dancing!
Our favorite friends are now setting sail to an island near Wiggle Bay in The Wiggles: Ukulele Baby! and paddling into a harbor of hits including You Can Play the Ukulele, Hawaiian Boogie and Hula, Hula Baby.
The Wiggles are guaranteed to get the preschool party started with a slew of all-new toddler dance beats. Parents are sure to love it too! The island temperatures continue to rise as The Wiggles are joined by Al Roker for the song Thank You, Mr. Weatherman! while Rolf Harris climbs on board The Good Ship Fabulous Flea!.
Celebrating 20 years and more than 23 million DVDs sold worldwide, The Wigglescontinue to captivate millions with their educational entertainment. Fans can catch the preschool sensations live during their “Big Birthday” tour this summer and daily on Sprout’s Wiggly Wafflefor even more wiggly fun.
The Wiggles: Ukulele Baby! DVD includes the following all-new songs:
SPECIAL FEATURES INCLUDE
• The Wiggles’ Great Adventure!
• Photo Gallery
“Warner Home Video is pleased to share The Wiggles: Ukulele Baby! DVD with their millions of fans across the globe,” said Jeff Brown, WHV Executive Vice President and GM of Non-Theatrical Franchise. “The Wiggles have, once again, brought families together to learn, sing, and dance through an all-new island adventure.”
About Warner Home Video
With operations in 90 international territories, Warner Home Video, a division of Warner Bros. Home Entertainment Inc., commands the largest home entertainment distribution infrastructure in the global video marketplace. Warner Home Video's film library is the largest of any studio, offering top quality new and vintage titles from the repertoires of Warner Bros. Pictures, Turner Entertainment, Castle Rock Entertainment, HBO Video and New Line Cinema.
About Warner Bros. Home Entertainment Group
Warner Bros. Home Entertainment Group brings together Warner Bros. Entertainment's home video, digital distribution, interactive entertainment/videogames, direct-to-DVD production, technical operations and anti-piracy businesses in order to maximize current and next-generation distribution scenarios. WBHEG is responsible for the global distribution of content through DVD, electronic sell-through and VOD, and delivery of theatrical content to wireless and online channels, and is also a significant worldwide publisher for both internal and third party videogame titles.
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PHASE 4 FILMS ANNOUNCES THE DVD AND BLU-RAY RELEASE OF THE
ANIMATED FAMILY ADVENTURE STARRING BILLY RAY CYRUS
“LUKE AND LUCY & THE TEXAS RANGERS”
ON FEBRUARY 22, 2011
BILLY RAY CYRUS VOICES TWO OPPOSING CHARACTERS IN THIS UNIQUE WILD WEST STORY OF GOOD VS. EVIL
Los Angeles (December 15, 2010) – Phase 4 Films is pleased to announce the DVD and Blu-ray release of LUKE AND LUCY & THE TEXAS RANGERS on February 22, 2011. Starring multi-platinum recording artist Billy Ray Cyrus, LUKE AND LUCY & THE TEXAS RANGERS is based on the bestselling Dutch comic book, Suske en Wiske, that has sold over 200 million copies worldwide. LUKE AND LUCY & THE TEXAS RANGERS made its North American debut at the Calgary International Film Festival and has since participated in several film festivals worldwide.
Saddle up your horses and join sibling duo, Luke and Lucy as they unravel the mysterious shrinking of the world’s population. With the help of their family and friends, these unlikely heroes ride off to the Wild West on an adventure of a lifetime to save the world.
Phase 4 Films will release LUKE AND LUCY & THE TEXAS RANGERS on February 22, 2011. It will be available on Blu-ray and standard disc for $19.99 SRP at all major retailers. Bonus features include an exclusive interview with Billy Ray Cyrus, two music videos featuring songs from the film and downloadable activity sheets which provide hours of fun for children of all ages.
LUKE AND LUCY & THE TEXAS RANGERS Specifications:
Blu-ray and Standard Disc SRP: $19.99
Street Date: February 22, 2011
Run Time: 88 Minutes
Rating: PG
DVD Aspect Ratio: (1.85:1) Widescreen
Sound: 5.1 Dolby Digital Surround Sound
Genre: Family, Children’s Animated, Western
Language: English, French
Bonus Features: Exclusive Interview with Billy Ray Cyrus, Downloadable Activity Sheets, Two Music Videos, and Trailer
About Phase 4 Films Inc.
Phase 4 Films distributes feature films, television and special interest content across all media in the North American market. Its label, kaBOOM! Entertainment is one of the leading pre-school and children’s brands in the market.
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ANIMATED FAMILY ADVENTURE STARRING BILLY RAY CYRUS
“LUKE AND LUCY & THE TEXAS RANGERS”
ON FEBRUARY 22, 2011
BILLY RAY CYRUS VOICES TWO OPPOSING CHARACTERS IN THIS UNIQUE WILD WEST STORY OF GOOD VS. EVIL
Los Angeles (December 15, 2010) – Phase 4 Films is pleased to announce the DVD and Blu-ray release of LUKE AND LUCY & THE TEXAS RANGERS on February 22, 2011. Starring multi-platinum recording artist Billy Ray Cyrus, LUKE AND LUCY & THE TEXAS RANGERS is based on the bestselling Dutch comic book, Suske en Wiske, that has sold over 200 million copies worldwide. LUKE AND LUCY & THE TEXAS RANGERS made its North American debut at the Calgary International Film Festival and has since participated in several film festivals worldwide.
Saddle up your horses and join sibling duo, Luke and Lucy as they unravel the mysterious shrinking of the world’s population. With the help of their family and friends, these unlikely heroes ride off to the Wild West on an adventure of a lifetime to save the world.
Phase 4 Films will release LUKE AND LUCY & THE TEXAS RANGERS on February 22, 2011. It will be available on Blu-ray and standard disc for $19.99 SRP at all major retailers. Bonus features include an exclusive interview with Billy Ray Cyrus, two music videos featuring songs from the film and downloadable activity sheets which provide hours of fun for children of all ages.
LUKE AND LUCY & THE TEXAS RANGERS Specifications:
Blu-ray and Standard Disc SRP: $19.99
Street Date: February 22, 2011
Run Time: 88 Minutes
Rating: PG
DVD Aspect Ratio: (1.85:1) Widescreen
Sound: 5.1 Dolby Digital Surround Sound
Genre: Family, Children’s Animated, Western
Language: English, French
Bonus Features: Exclusive Interview with Billy Ray Cyrus, Downloadable Activity Sheets, Two Music Videos, and Trailer
About Phase 4 Films Inc.
Phase 4 Films distributes feature films, television and special interest content across all media in the North American market. Its label, kaBOOM! Entertainment is one of the leading pre-school and children’s brands in the market.
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Press release
"WHITE LION"
ROARS INTO THEATERS THIS FALL
AS SCREEN MEDIA ACQUIRES NORTH AMERICAN RIGHTS TO
FAMILY ADVENTURE FILM FROM SHOWCASE ENTERTAINMENT
Film Features "Lion Whispering" Talents of Kevin Richardson And Is The First Production
Entirely About Lions Starring 'Real' Lions From South Africa
Screen Media To Partner With Zoos Across The Country To Promote Release
According to the legend of the Shangaan, white lions are the messengers of the gods, but it has been years since one has been seen in their remote African valley. When a white lion is miraculously born into that valley, a young Shangaan named Gisani, finds himself destined to protect this rare and magnificent creature at all costs.
This young lion, whom will be known as Letsatsi, is cast from his pride and forced to embark upon a perilous journey of survival. Close to starvation, Letsatsi befriends Nkulu, an older lion and together they learn how to survive in the harsh African wilderness
Gisani, who is watching over Letsatsi, takes a job as a tracker with a local hunter, who has his sights set on leading the hunt for this rare and magnificent white lion. Gisani, guided by fate, believes that he must find a way to prevent this tragedy from happening.
When Nkulu is killed by a farmer, Letsatsi is forced once again to survive on his own. After many trials and tribulations he finally learns to hunt by himself and grows into a magnificent adult. But before he can take over a pride of his own, Letsatsi and Gisani must face their greatest challenge - the trophy hunter- for whom legends are worthless and rare skins priceless.
New York (August X, 2010) - Robert Baruc, President of Screen Media, announced today the acquisition of North American rights to WHITE LION, a live-action family adventure film about a rare white lion cub who rises above many challenges to become one of the most powerful and revered lions in all of Africa.
Directed by Michael Swan, the film features over 30 real-life lions trained by famed "lion whisperer" Kevin Richardson. Richardson also served as a producer.
WHITE LION was shot on location, at The Kingdom of the White Lion, an enterprise 50 miles outside of the city of Johannesburg, along the Crocodile River, established especially for this film. This marks the first production - entirely about lions - starring real lions from South Africa.
WHITE LION was the recipient of three South African Film and Television Awards (SAFTAS) awards including Best Cinematography (Michael Swan), Best Music Composition (Phillip Miller) and Best Sound Design (Ivan Millborrow, Nicky De Beer and Charlotte Buys).
The deal for WHITE LION was brokered by Robert Baruc and David Fannon at Screen Media and Scott Bedno and David Jackson at Showcase Entertainment. To promote the release of the film Screen Media is partnering with local zoos across the country.
Said Baruc, "We are thrilled to be working with Michael Swan and Kevin Richardson whose "lion whispering" talents are unmatched. We are also excited to be partnering with zoos across the country to get the word out about this heartwarming film."
"WHITE LION has been our passion project for years and I'm so thrilled that it has found a home with Screen Media", said director Michael Swan and producer Kevin Richardson in a joint statement. "From the start, we were impressed with the company's enthusiasm for the film and we know it's in good hands. We are excited audiences across America will soon be able to see a motion picture shot in South Africa featuring lean, mean and heroic South African lions."
About Screen Media:
Screen Media Films acquires the rights to high quality, independent feature films for the US and Canada. Screen Media's theatrical releases include The Private Lives of Pippa Lee starring Robin Wrightand Keanu Reeves; La Mission starring Benjamin Bratt; and Merchant Ivory's City of Your Final Destination starring Anthony Hopkins, Laura Linney. Since 2001, Screen Media has released more than 150 titles including Lymelife, Sherrybaby, Noel and Bustin Down the Door. Screen Media Films is a wholly owned division of Screen Media Ventures, LLC. With a library of over 1000 motion pictures, Screen Media Ventures is one of the largest independent suppliers of high quality motion pictures to U.S. and international broadcast markets, cable networks, home video outlets and new media venues.
For more information, visit www.screenmediafilms.net
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"WHITE LION"
ROARS INTO THEATERS THIS FALL
AS SCREEN MEDIA ACQUIRES NORTH AMERICAN RIGHTS TO
FAMILY ADVENTURE FILM FROM SHOWCASE ENTERTAINMENT
Film Features "Lion Whispering" Talents of Kevin Richardson And Is The First Production
Entirely About Lions Starring 'Real' Lions From South Africa
Screen Media To Partner With Zoos Across The Country To Promote Release
According to the legend of the Shangaan, white lions are the messengers of the gods, but it has been years since one has been seen in their remote African valley. When a white lion is miraculously born into that valley, a young Shangaan named Gisani, finds himself destined to protect this rare and magnificent creature at all costs.
This young lion, whom will be known as Letsatsi, is cast from his pride and forced to embark upon a perilous journey of survival. Close to starvation, Letsatsi befriends Nkulu, an older lion and together they learn how to survive in the harsh African wilderness
Gisani, who is watching over Letsatsi, takes a job as a tracker with a local hunter, who has his sights set on leading the hunt for this rare and magnificent white lion. Gisani, guided by fate, believes that he must find a way to prevent this tragedy from happening.
When Nkulu is killed by a farmer, Letsatsi is forced once again to survive on his own. After many trials and tribulations he finally learns to hunt by himself and grows into a magnificent adult. But before he can take over a pride of his own, Letsatsi and Gisani must face their greatest challenge - the trophy hunter- for whom legends are worthless and rare skins priceless.
New York (August X, 2010) - Robert Baruc, President of Screen Media, announced today the acquisition of North American rights to WHITE LION, a live-action family adventure film about a rare white lion cub who rises above many challenges to become one of the most powerful and revered lions in all of Africa.
Directed by Michael Swan, the film features over 30 real-life lions trained by famed "lion whisperer" Kevin Richardson. Richardson also served as a producer.
WHITE LION was shot on location, at The Kingdom of the White Lion, an enterprise 50 miles outside of the city of Johannesburg, along the Crocodile River, established especially for this film. This marks the first production - entirely about lions - starring real lions from South Africa.
WHITE LION was the recipient of three South African Film and Television Awards (SAFTAS) awards including Best Cinematography (Michael Swan), Best Music Composition (Phillip Miller) and Best Sound Design (Ivan Millborrow, Nicky De Beer and Charlotte Buys).
The deal for WHITE LION was brokered by Robert Baruc and David Fannon at Screen Media and Scott Bedno and David Jackson at Showcase Entertainment. To promote the release of the film Screen Media is partnering with local zoos across the country.
Said Baruc, "We are thrilled to be working with Michael Swan and Kevin Richardson whose "lion whispering" talents are unmatched. We are also excited to be partnering with zoos across the country to get the word out about this heartwarming film."
"WHITE LION has been our passion project for years and I'm so thrilled that it has found a home with Screen Media", said director Michael Swan and producer Kevin Richardson in a joint statement. "From the start, we were impressed with the company's enthusiasm for the film and we know it's in good hands. We are excited audiences across America will soon be able to see a motion picture shot in South Africa featuring lean, mean and heroic South African lions."
About Screen Media:
Screen Media Films acquires the rights to high quality, independent feature films for the US and Canada. Screen Media's theatrical releases include The Private Lives of Pippa Lee starring Robin Wrightand Keanu Reeves; La Mission starring Benjamin Bratt; and Merchant Ivory's City of Your Final Destination starring Anthony Hopkins, Laura Linney. Since 2001, Screen Media has released more than 150 titles including Lymelife, Sherrybaby, Noel and Bustin Down the Door. Screen Media Films is a wholly owned division of Screen Media Ventures, LLC. With a library of over 1000 motion pictures, Screen Media Ventures is one of the largest independent suppliers of high quality motion pictures to U.S. and international broadcast markets, cable networks, home video outlets and new media venues.
For more information, visit www.screenmediafilms.net
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