“A dazzling introduction…to one of the planet’s oldest primates.”
—Sheri Linden, The Hollywood Reporter
EXPERIENCE A REAL PLACE YOU COULD NEVER IMAGINE AND STRANGE CREATURES YOU WILL NEVER FORGET WHEN
ISLAND OF LEMURS: MADAGASCAR,
a presentation of Warner Bros. Pictures and IMAX Entertainment,
ARRIVES ONTO BLU-RAYÔ COMBO PACK and DIGITAL HD ON MARCH 31 FROM
WARNER BROS. HOME ENTERTAINMENT
Blu-ray and Digital HD will include a bonus 3D version and adorable bonus features which include “The Cutest Lemur” and many more!
Burbank, CA, February 12, 2015 – Academy Award® winner Morgan Freeman (“Million Dollar Baby,” “Dolphin Tale”) narrates the 3D documentary originally shown exclusively in IMAX® Theatres “Island of Lemurs: Madagascar,” arriving onto Blu-ray Combo Pack and Digital HD on March 31 from Warner Bros. Home Entertainment. “Island of Lemurs: Madagascar” is the incredible true story of nature’s greatest explorers – lemurs.
“Island of Lemurs: Madagascar” reunites Morgan Freeman with writer/producer Drew Fellman, who also wrote and produced the 2011 IMAX 3D documentary “Born to Be Wild,” and director/cinematographer David Douglas, who was the director of photography on that film.
“Island of Lemurs: Madagascar” will be available on Blu-ray Combo Pack and includes the film in high definition on Blu-ray disc, a DVD, and a digital version of the movie in Digital HD with UltraViolet. Fans can also own “Island of Lemurs: Madagascar” via purchase from digital retailers.
SYNOPSIS
Captured with IMAX 3D cameras, “Island of Lemurs: Madagascar” takes audiences on a spectacular journey to the remote and wondrous world of Madagascar, where lemurs arrived millions of years ago as castaways. They’ve since evolved into hundreds of diverse species, but are now highly endangered.
“Island of Lemurs: Madagascar” highlights the tireless efforts of trailblazing scientist Dr. Patricia C. Wright and her lifelong mission to help these strange and adorable creatures survive in the modern world. Joining David Douglas once again behind the scenes are editor Beth Spiegel, co-producer Diane Roberts, and composer Mark Mothersbaugh. Songs are by Hanitrarivo Rasoanaivo & Tarika.
BLU-RAY ELEMENTS
“Island of Lemurs: Madagascar” Blu-ray Combo Pack contains the following special features:
·Making of Island of Lemurs: Behind the Scenes
·The Story of Lemurs
·Meet Patricia Wright
·A Baby Indri
·Five Things About Indri
·The Cutest Lemur
·Go-Kart Racers
DIGITAL DISTRIBUTION ELEMENTS
“Island of Lemurs: Madagascar” will be available for streaming and download to watch anywhere in high definition and standard definition on their favorite devices from select digital retailers including Amazon, CinemaNow, Flixster, iTunes, Vudu and others. “Island of Lemurs: Madagascar” will also be available digitally on Video On Demand services from cable and satellite providers.
Disclosure: I will receive a copy of Island of Lemurs: Madagascar in exchange for this post and for a chance to review it, and post about it to share with my readers.
Below are some images from last night’s World Premiere of MCFARLAND, USA at the El Capitan Theatre in Hollywood are now available. The event featured a special performance by Latin rock superstar Juanes!
Also make sure you join the social relay race for a chance to win $2,500 and other prizes! http://racetomcfarlandusa.com/
Cast: Kevin Costner, Maria Bello, Morgan Saylor, Martha Higareda, Michael Aguero, Sergio Avelar, Hector Duran, Rafael Martinez, Johnny Ortiz, Carlos Pratts, Ramiro Rodriguez, Danny Mora, Valente Rodriguez, Vanessa Martinez, Chris Ellis, Diana Maria Riva
Director: Niki Caro Producers: Gordon Gray, Mark Ciardi Executive Producers: Mario Iscovich, Mary Martin Story by: Christopher Cleveland & Bettina Gilois
Screenplay by: Christopher Cleveland & Bettina Gilois and Grant Thompson
STORY SYNOPSIS:
Based on the 1987 true story, “McFarland, USA” follows novice runners from McFarland, an economically challenged town in California’s farm-rich Central Valley, as they give their all to build a cross-country team under the direction of Coach Jim White (Kevin Costner), a newcomer to their predominantly Latino high school. Coach White and the McFarland students have a lot to learn about each other but when White starts to realize the boys’ exceptional running ability, things begin to change. Soon something beyond their physical gifts becomes apparent—the power of family relationships, their unwavering commitment to one another and their incredible work ethic. With grit and determination, the unlikely band of runners eventually overcomes the odds to forge not only a championship cross-country team but an enduring legacy as well. Along the way, Coach White realizes that his family finally found a place to call home and both he and his team achieve their own kind of American dream.
The story of “Cinderella” follows the fortunes of young Ella (Lily James) whose merchant father remarries following the death of her mother. Eager to support her loving father, Ella welcomes her new Stepmother (Cate Blanchett) and her daughters Anastasia (Holliday Grainger) and Drisella (Sophie McShera) into the family home. But, when Ella’s father unexpectedly passes away, she finds herself at the mercy of a jealous and cruel new family.
Soon, she is forced to become their servant, disrespected, covered in ashes and spitefully renamed Cinderella. Yet, despite the cruelty inflicted upon her, Ella will not give in to despair nor despise those who mistreat her, and she continues to remain positive, determined to honor her mother’s dying words and to “have courage and be kind.”
When Ella meets a dashing stranger in the woods, unaware that he is really the Prince (Richard Madden) and not merely Kit, an apprentice at the palace, she believes she has finally found a kindred soul. It appears her fortunes may be about to change when the King (Derek Jacobi) summons all maidens in the kingdom to attend a royal ball at the palace, raising Ella’s hopes of once again encountering the charming Kit. Alas, her Stepmother forbids her to attend and callously destroys her dress.
Meanwhile, the calculating Grand Duke (Stellan Skarsgård) devises a plan to thwart the Prince’s hopes of reuniting with Ella and enlists the support of the devious Stepmother. But, as in all good fairy tales, help is at hand. Soon, a kindly beggar woman (Helena Bonham Carter) steps forward and, armed with a pumpkin, a few mice and a magic wand, changes Cinderella’s life forever.
