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Johnny Depp's "THE TOURIST" trailer is here!

"The Tourist" starring Johnny Depp and Angelina Jolie opens December 10, 2010.

The trailer appeared on Yahoo.com  today!

On Stranger Tides now filming in San Pedro and Los Angeles

On Stranger Tides starring Johnny Depp, Geoffrey Rush and Penelope Cruz began filming in San Pedro and Los Angeles this week.

Pirates of the Caribbean 4: On Stranger Tides moved to the Los Angeles area this past week where filming took place in the San Pedro area as well as on the Universal Studios back lot. Filming is believed to continue in the LA area for a couple of weeks and is scheduled to move to the UK.  The film is directed by Rob Marshall and is slated to open May 20, 2011.

On Stranger Tides is inspired by the book of the same name penned by Tim Powers.



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Johnny Depp's "THE TOURIST" slated for December opening

According to Box Office Mojo Sony Pictures announced today that the Johnny Depp-Angelina Jolie romantic thriller The Tourist is now set to open Dec.10, 2010. 

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Pirates 4 - On Stranger Tides wraps Hawaii filming

Filming wraps in Hawaii for Johnny Depp and the cast and crew of Pirates of the Caribbean 4: On Stranger Tides.  They move to the Los Angeles area next week.


For more info about the Hawaiian filming and wrap up, check out this site.




Photo Disney

Johnny Depp visits with fans as Capt. Jack!

What a guy! While still dressed as his alter ego CAPTAIN Jack Sparrow, Depp visits with waiting fans after filming!

Thanks Johnny!



http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ttlk9CHJbz4

Penelope Cruz pics on Pirates 4: On Stranger Tides set

Photos are coming in of Penelope Cruz and Johnny Depp ith the cast, while filming the fourth Pirates of the Caribbean film, On Stranger Tides in Hawaii.

  

More photos here.

Jack Sparrow at Comic-Con

Thanks to Techland for the video!

Depp appeared at Comic-Con via 3D

ComingSoon.net  has reported that:

As a surprise for attendees exiting the Tron Legacy panel, Disney showed a special teaser for Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides, now shooting in Hawaii.

Johnny Depp appeared as Captain Jack Sparrow in full 3D, sitting on the beach with a bottle of rum and speaking directly to the Comic-Con audience. He told everyone that it certainly wasn't the case that he would soon be embarking on a quest to find the fountain of youth but that, even if he were, he wouldn't be looking for a crew. But, if he did, would anyone in the audience be interested?

He promised that such an adventure would include "zombies, cutthroats, mermaids and... Penelope Cruz" and that it would be the kind of quest that would require "A bloody map. Or a bloody Mary. Or both."

Bruckheimer's photo of Johnny Depp as Capt. Jack Sparrow in Pirates 4: On Stranger Tides

Pirates of the Caribbean producer Jerry Bruckheimer posted this Tweet today:

On location in Hawaii....CAPTAIN JACK IS BACK. Pirates of The Caribbean On Stranger Tides, coming Summer 2011 http://twitpic.com/272c6i

Seth Grahame-Smith to pen Depp's "DARK SHADOWS"

Seth Grahame-Smith On 'Dark Shadows' As Tim Burton Pic Gets Closer To Start Date With Johnny Depp As Vampire Barnabas

 "Seth Grahame-Smith, who made his Hollywood entry  writing novels that put a macabre twist to literary classics and historical figures, has just snagged the high profile job of writing the new draft of Dark Shadows. The Tim Burton-directed adaptation of the 60s daytime serial will star Johnny Depp  as the vampire Barnabas Collins. The film is slated to begin production in January at  Warner Bros. Depp’s Infinitum Nihil and Graham King’s GK Films are producing."

SOURCE: Deadline.com

Pirates' Johnny Depp spotted in Hawaii

New photos of Johnny Depp from this past weekend have surfaced on Popsugar 

Depp's in Hawaii filming the fourth in Disney's Pirates of the Caribbean  series: On Stranger Tides. The title is from Tim Powers' book of the same name. It's a story of voodoo cursed pirates, Blackbeard and the search for the Fountain of Youth. 

Hermes Press will present a special Dark Shadows panel at the 2010 San Diego Comic-Con

Media Release --


Hermes Press will present a special Dark Shadows panel at the 2010 San Diego Comic-Con on Saturday, July 24, from 5-6:00 in Room 3.

The panel will bring fans up-to-date on the much-anticipated Dark Shadows film starring Johnny Depp and directed by Tim Burton.

The panel, Dark Shadows: The Classic Series, The Comic Books & The Upcoming Film celebrates this ground-breaking TV show with a presentation discussing the past, present and future of the series. Join Jonathan Frid (vampire Barnabas Collins), who will make a special appearance by video, Lara Parker (Angelique), Kathryn Leigh Scott (MaggieEvans/Josette), Jim Pierson (Dan Curtis Productions) and Daniel Herman (Publisher,Hermes Press, currently publishing the reprint of the Gold Key comics tie-in of the show in a graphic novel format which is being premiered at Comic-Con).

Before there was Twilight and True Blood, there was Dark Shadows!

Depp's "Pirates of the Caribbean 4: On Stranger Tides" ship spotted

The photo, photo description and credits ( below) of  the new Queen's Anne Revenge (formerly the Black Pearl)  appeared on this site on July 3rd.   So when they reference "yesterday" that would be July 2.

Johnny Depp's Pirates of the Caribbean 4: On Stranger Tides is currently filming in Hawaii. The shell of the former Black Pearl has apparently been refitted as Black Beard's ship, the Queen Anne's Revenge.

COURTESY WWW.THECOLORSOFHAWAII.COM
'PIRATES' SETS SAIL
The Black Pearl, the ship of Capt. Jack Sparrow in Disney's "Pirates of the Caribbean" movies, was spotted near the Ko Olina Lagoons yesterday as filming continued for the fourth movie, "On Stranger Tides."

First pics! Depp as Capt Jack in Pirates 4: On Stranger Tides

Captain Jack is back and Depp's never looked better!

 

Depp's in Hawaii filming the fouth in the Pirates series,  On Stranger Tides with Rob Marshall directing!
Thanks to PopSugar for the first pics!

Johnny Depp's RANGO releases new trailer

Quirky and loveable at the same time! It wasn't long before is was on youtube.

Original release on http://trailers.apple.com/trailers/paramount/rango/





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Johnny Depp IS Rango poster

 The FilmSchoolRejects  people shared this fun new RANGO poster today and report that a full (real) trailer will be out tomorrow, June 29!! 

LA Casting Call for Pirates 4 - On Stranger Tides

This was just posted over on the Sande Allessi Casting Facebook page!!!  Ok you wanna be pirates with no experience... get on over there next week! 

Start Time:

Thursday, July 1, 2010 at 3:00pm

End Time:
Friday, July 9, 2010 at 5:00pm


Location:
13731 Ventura Blvd. 2nd Floor Sherman Oaks, CA 91423



Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides


Open Casting Call



Shooting in Los Angeles
August 2010



PIRATES

Looking for authentic-looking scavenger-types… ages 18 to 60s, all ethnicities, especially extreme characters – very thin, lean body types, very tall, very short, emaciated, odd features, huge nose, bulging eyes, big ears, lazy eye, grizzled and wrinkled faces, odd body types, missing teeth etc. Not looking for hearty eaters….me ‘earties…



We are also looking for Pirate photo doubles...please go to our website and click on open calls for details.



Sande Alessi Casting

13731 Ventura Blvd. 2nd Floor

Sherman Oaks, CA 91423

Monday, June 28th through Friday July 9th



Our open casting call hours are Monday-Friday 3:00pm to 5:00pm

Please do not ALL come on the first day!!



Show up mid-week to avoid long lines.



***There is no experience necessary***



BRING a 3 x 5 current color photo. (Does NOT have to be professional.) No wigs, makeup or sunglasses in photos and please shoot it from the waist up. If you do not have a current color 3x5 photo, we will take one for you for $2.00.



BRING a pen or pencil.



You do not need to prepare for an audition, we will be simply have a look at you, have you fill out a registration card, attach your photo and send you on your way.



Do not say AARGH in your photo!

You must be 18 years or older and be legal to work in the U.S.

Please bring change for parking meters.



For more information please see our website at  http://www.sandealessicasting.com/

Depp's "RANGO" gets new release date

According to BoxOfficeMojo Paramount studios has moved RANGO, the Johnny Depp - Gore Verbinski animated film from Mar. 18, 2011 to Mar. 4, 2011.

Depp's RANGO movie site updates with a lot of fun!

The folks over at the website for the Gore Verbinski - Johnny Depp animated movie RANGO  are having fun updating the official site.  Move your mouse over a roly-poly bug, strum the guitar string back and forth really fast and see what happens!  Just have fun over there...  go on, it's worth it....these people are having way too much fun!  I can't wait to see this movie!

Casting call for Pirates 4 in Hawaii

Saw this notice on line and thought I'd pass it on....


          Casting is looking for Spanish on Oahu for featured extra roles in Pirates 4

Sande Alessi Casting on June 21, 2010 at 11:49am

Character type male Spaniard age 25-55 must be size 42 coat or smaller.


Spanish leg amputee 25-55 coat size 42 or smaller.


Gorgeous Hispanic or olive skinned female, age 20-30, height 5'4 to '5'5, 28 waist or smaller.


All very featured roles.


please submit ONLY if you fit these particular roles. we do not need anything else at this time but will be sure to always post here if we do need something.


Email us @ pirates4casting@gmail.com


Write which role you are submitting for in the subject line of your email.


Please help us spread the word!


Thanks everyone!!!


Sande and Jennifer

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Pirates 4 Terry Rossio arrives on set

Another pic posted on Jerry Bruckheimer's Twitter

Jerry just keeps teasing us....here's Terry Rossio arriving on set....wanna bet this was from last week too? Now come on Jerry....you KNOW THE ONE we want to see! Capt Jack on a jet ski!

Pirates 4 - On Stranger Tides begins production

 

 

Businesswire

June 21, 2010 08:00 AM Eastern Daylight Time  

 

Walt Disney Pictures'/Jerry Bruckheimer Films' Comedy Adventure "Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides" in Disney Digital 3D™ Begins Production

Johnny Depp returns to his Academy Award®-nominated role of Captain Jack Sparrow, joined by Penelope Cruz, Geoffrey Rush, Ian McShane, Kevin R. McNally, Astrid Berges-Frisbey and Sam Claflin in Fourth Entry of Blockbuster Franchise

 

BURBANK, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Production has commenced on location in Hawaii, the United Kingdom and Los Angeles on Walt Disney Pictures’ and Jerry Bruckheimer Films’ sweeping comedy adventure “Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides,” directed by Rob Marshall (“Chicago”), the fourth entry in the blockbuster franchise which has already reaped $2.7 billion in worldwide box office from the previous three films, and the first to be filmed and presented in Disney Digital 3D™. Johnny Depp returns to his iconic, Academy Award®-nominated role of Captain Jack Sparrow, newly joined by Academy Award winner Penelope Cruz (“Vicky Cristina Barcelona,” Rob Marshall’s “Nine”), Ian McShane (HBO’s “Deadwood”) and newcomers Astrid Berges-Frisbey and Sam Claflin. Also rejoining Johnny Depp and Captain Jack are Academy Award-winner and three-time nominee Geoffrey Rush (“Shine,” “Shakespeare in Love”) and Kevin R. McNally (first three “Pirates of the Caribbean” films, “Valkyrie”). The film is slated to open May 20, 2011.

“Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time”

“Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides” captures the fun, adventure and humor that ignited the hit franchise —this time in Disney Digital 3D™. In this action-packed tale of truth, betrayal, youth and demise, Captain Jack Sparrow crosses paths with a woman from his past (Penelope Cruz), and he’s not sure if it’s love—or if she’s a ruthless con artist who’s using him to find the fabled Fountain of Youth. When she forces him aboard the Queen Anne’s Revenge, the ship of the formidable pirate Blackbeard (Ian McShane), Jack finds himself on an unexpected adventure in which he doesn’t know who to fear more: Blackbeard or the woman from his past.

Rush reprises his role as the vengeful Captain Hector Barbossa, and Kevin R. McNally returns as Captain Jack’s longtime comrade Joshamee Gibbs. Claflin stars as a stalwart missionary, while Berges-Frisbey is transformed into a mysterious mermaid.
“Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides” is written by “Pirates” veterans Ted Elliott & Terry Rossio. The executive producers are Mike Stenson, Chad Oman, Barry Waldman, Ted Elliott, Terry Rossio and John DeLuca.

Joining Bruckheimer and Marshall for the new voyage is a top-flight group of award-winning behind-the-scenes artists, including director of photography Dariusz Wolski (first three “Pirates of the Caribbean” movies, Tim Burton’s “Alice in Wonderland”), production designer John Myhre (two-time Academy Award® winner for Marshall’s “Chicago” and “Memoirs of a Geisha”), costume designer Penny Rose (all three “Pirates of the Caribbean” films, “Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time”), visual effects supervisor Charles Gibson, who won an Academy Award for “Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man’s Chest,” Oscar® winner and eight-time nominee special effects supervisor John Frazier (“Pirates of the Caribbean” films,” “Pearl Harbor”) and stunt coordinator George Marshall Ruge, who also devoted his talents to the previous three “Pirates” films as well as Disney and Jerry Bruckheimer’s “National Treasure” franchise. The editors include two Oscar winners, Michael Kahn (“Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time”) and David Brenner (“Born on the Fourth of July”), as well as Wyatt Smith (Marshall’s “Nine”).
Rob Marshall’s first three films, “Chicago,” “Memoirs of a Geisha” and “Nine,” have been honored with a total of 23 Academy Award® nominations. For his work on “Chicago,” winner of six Oscars® including Best Picture, Marshall received the Director’s Guild Award, an Oscar nomination, a Golden Globe Award® nomination, a BAFTA nomination, The National Board of Review Award and the New York Film Critics Online Award. A six-time Tony Award® nominee and George Abbott Award winner, Marshall’s extensive work on Broadway includes co-director and choreographer of the worldwide award-winning production of “Cabaret” and director/choreographer of the Broadway revival of “Little Me,” along with many others. He also produced, directed and choreographed the NBC television special “Tony Bennett: An American Classic,” which earned seven Emmy Awards®, including three for Marshall, and directed and choreographed Disney/ABC’s critically acclaimed movie musical “Annie,” which received 12 Emmy nominations with two wins, including Marshall for Outstanding Choreography; it also won the prestigious Peabody Award.
First in partnership with Don Simpson, and then as the chief of Jerry Bruckheimer Films, Bruckheimer has produced an unprecedented string of worldwide smashes, impacting not only the industry, but mass culture as well. Bruckheimer’s films include (producing with Don Simpson) “Top Gun,” “Beverly Hills Cop,” “Beverly Hills Cop 2,” “American Gigolo,” “Flashdance,” “Bad Boys,” “Dangerous Minds,” “Crimson Tide,” “The Rock,” and (producing solo) “Con Air,” “Armageddon,” “Enemy of the State,” “Gone in 60 Seconds,” “Coyote Ugly,” “Remember the Titans,” “Pearl Harbor,” “Black Hawk Down,” “Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl,” “Bad Boys II,” “Veronica Guerin,” “King Arthur,” “National Treasure,” “Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man’s Chest,” “Pirates of the Caribbean: At World’s End,” “National Treasure: Book of Secrets,” “G-Force,” “Confessions of a Shopaholic,” “Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time” and “The Sorcerer’s Apprentice.”

On television, Bruckheimer had an unprecedented 10 television series airing in the 2005-6 season, a record in the medium for an individual producer. JBTV’s series have included “C.S.I.: Crime Scene Investigation” and its spinoffs “C.S.I.: Miami,” “C.S.I.: NY” and “Without a Trace,” “Cold Case,” “The Amazing Race” and “Dark Blue.”

Jerry Bruckheimer Films and Television have been honored with 41 Academy Award^® nominations, six wins, eight Grammy Award^® nominations, five wins, 23 Golden Globe^® nominations, four wins, 88 Emmy Award^® nominations, 18 wins, 23 People’s Choice nominations, 15 wins, numerous MTV Awards, including one for Best Picture of the Decade for “Beverly Hills Cop” and 20 Teen Choice Awards.
“Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides” will film on the islands of Kauai and Oahu, Hawaii, followed by locations and studio work in the United Kingdom and Los Angeles.

Photos from Johnny Depp's THE RUM DIARY

FilmTotaal  has posted these pics today. We've seen them both before,  the one of Depp alone was posted on The Rum Diary's Facebook and the photo with Depp on the motorcycle is a larger version of the pic that appeared in a Variety article about the film being at the Cannes Intl Market. 

But it's always good to see press about this movie, no US distributor for the film has been announced yet.

On Stranger Tides logo

Thanks again to P4: On Stranger Tides producer Jerry Bruckheimer and his Twitter updates we now have gotten a look at the OST logo as it looks on the back of his chair. Thanks Jerry!

And here's the now famous, all-over-the-net producer's chair:

P4: On Stranger Tides director Rob Marshall arrives on set by jet ski!

Pirates 4: On Stranger Tides producer Jerry Bruckheimer just tweeted that the film's director Rob Marshall (Chicago, Nine)  arrived on the Pirate's set  for the first day of shooting the "only way possible on our secluded beach…by jet ski!"  Now, let's see how Johnny Depp's Capt. Jack Sparrow arrives! 

Pirates 4 - On Stranger Tides filming this week

Johnny Depp's Pirates of the Caribbean 4: On Stranger Tides began filming this week in Hawaii. Depp returns in his award winning role as Captain Jack Sparrow and is joined again by Geoffrey Rush as Hector Barbossa.

Also added to the cast for this film are Ian McShane as Blackbeard and Penelope Cruz as his daughter.

This pic was posted on the Bruckheimer Films official FB page - http://www.facebook.com/JBFilms

They say a picture is worth a thousand words.....

Johnny Depp's ALICE IN WONDERLAND sets box office records

According to figures from Box Office Mojo Johnny Depp's ALICE IN WONDERLAND brought in an estimated $116.3 million for its opening weekend.

The Tim Burton directed film for Disney set new records including highest grossing March released film and is the highest to date for Burton.

I can't wait to see the actuals for the weekend! Disney suits must be grinning like Cheshire Cats!

Watch this box office news thread on our main forum for box office updates.

Johnny Depp begins filming "The Tourist" in Venice

Johnny Depp arrived in Venice over the weekend and these photos appear to be from his first day on the set of "The Tourist" today. The film also stars Angelina Jolie and Rufus Sewell and is being directed by Florien Henkcel von Donnersmarck.












































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Johnny Depp meets HRH Prince Charles at Alice in Wonderland premiere

The Royal World premiere of Disney's "Alice in Wonderland" took place tonight at London's Odeon Theater where Johnny Depp, Tim Burton, Helena Bonham Carter, Anne Hathaway, Alan Rickman and other cast members were presented to HRH Prince Charles and HRH Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall. The actors braved the cold rain to sign autographs and pose for photos for the crowd of fans who had waited hours for a glimpse of the cast.

"ALICE IN WONDERLAND" opens in 3D on March 05.

Photo of Johnny Depp, a screen capture from Ustream video

Johnny Depp to begin filming "The Tourist"

Johnny Depp is scheduled to begin filming "The Tourist" with Angelina Jolie on Tuesday, Feb. 23 in Venice, Italy.

He is also scheduled to attend the Royal Premiere of "Alice in Wonderland" in London on Feb. 25.

Tourist source

Johnny Depp and Tim Burton surprise fans!

Last night, at Disney's own El Capitan theater fans were gathered to view new clips from Disney's ALICE IN WONDERLAND were surprised when director TIM BURTON and star JOHNNY DEPP walked out on stage! The already frenzied crown went wild with applause and cheers when they were told that instead of seeing the film clips, that they would see the ENTIRE FILM!




















Burton and Depp on stage at the El Cap theater



Fans at the El Cap had previously been across the street at Disney and Hot Topic's Ultimate Fan Event at the Hollywood and Highland center.

Fan event clip:


ALICE IN WONDERLAND also start Anne Hathaway and Helena Bonham Carter, the film opens on March 05.

Please visit this thread on our main forum for photos, videos, screen caps and reports from fans at the event. More info and photos will be posted through the day, so please scan all pages and check back often.


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The Black Pearl docks in Hawaii

The legendary Disney pirate ship THE BLACK PEARL docked at port in Hawaii this morning in anticipation of this summer's filming of Pirates of the Caribbean 4: On Stranger Tides. The photo above is from this site where a video of the boat...err ship sailing into port can be seen.

"On Stranger Tides" is the fourth in the series following the adventures of Captain Jack Sparrow (aka Johnny Depp) and his nemesis Captain Hector Barbossa (Geoffrey Rush). This time they are searching for the famed Fountain of Youth as we saw when Pirates 3 ended. "On Stranger Tides" is based on the book by Tim Powers. The film is slated to sail into theaters in May of 2011.

Tim Burton and Johnny Depp interview for Alice In Wonderland

Tim Burton and Johnny Depp interview for Alice In Wonderland
Disney

Alice has jumped back down the rabbit hole to Wonderland, and it’s a whole lot more surreal. Mark Salisbury joins Tim Burton and Johnny Depp on the set of their new 3D extravaganza. By Mark Salisbury


Click here to read Mark Salisbury's interview.

More "behind the scenes" clips from Alice in Wonderland

Look for ALICE IN WONDERLAND, starring Johnny Depp as the Mad Hatter to open March 5.

New from Disney:

Send a Mad Hatter Valentine!

©Disney


The WONDERfully creative folks at Disney have come up with "Alice in Wonderland" themed emailed Valentines, including this one above of Johnny Depp's Mad Hatter.

Be sure to stop by Disney's "Alice in Wonderland" site and send some WONDERful Valentines!

Penelope Cruz in talks for Pirates 4?

Penelope Cruz to sail with Captain Jack? Lots of chatter on the net that Penelope Cruz is in talks with Disney about "Pirates of the Caribbean 4: On Stranger Tides." Time will tell.

Johnny Depp's back as his Academy Award nominated Capt. Jack Sparrow for the fourth in the series of films based on the Disneyland ride. This time Sparrow is on the hunt for the famed Fountain of Youth.

Filming is scheduled to begin this summer and the film has a May 20, 2011 release date.

More info here on our main forum.

"Alice in Wonderland" new featurette

ALICE IN WONDERLAND, a new featurette! This one contains some new scenes and new commentary from Johnny Depp about playing the Mad Hatter in Tim Burton's new version of ALICE IN WONDERLAND for Disney. The film also stars Mia Wasikowska as Alice, Helena Bonham Carter as the Red Queen and Anne Hathaway as the White Queen.

In theaters March 05, 2010.

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Alice in Wonderland Exclusive Mad Hatter Featurette in HD

Trailer Park Movies | MySpace Video

A taste of Danny Elfman's ALICE IN WONDERLAND soundtrack

Disney's ALICE IN WONDERLAND opens in theaters nationwide on March 05. Danny Elfman has again created the soundtrack for a Tim Burton film.

Click here to visit Disney Music and hear clips from Elfman's soundtrack.

Image: © Disney

MORE " ALICE IN WONDERLAND " images

MORE images coming in from Disney's ALICE IN WONDERLAND, directed by Tim Burton and starring Johnny Depp as The Mad Hatter and Mia Wasikowska as Alice. ALICE opens nationwide on March 05 of this year.





Photos © Disney

See more photos here on our main forum.



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"Almost Alice" - MADDEST artists

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"ALICE IN WONDERLAND" Preps for Great Big Ultimate Fan Event

"ALICE IN WONDERLAND" Preps for Great Big Ultimate Fan Event

"How is it you're being so great big?" ~ Tweedledee to Alice--she's eaten far too much cake and grown to enormous heights



BURBANK, Calif., Feb 04, 2010 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- --WALT DISNEY PICTURES AND BUENA VISTA RECORDS JOIN FORCES WITH HOT TOPIC, KIIS-FM, MYSPACE AND MUSICAL ARTISTS FROM "ALMOST ALICE" FOR ULTIMATE FAN EVENT FEB. 19, 2010, AT HOLLYWOOD & HIGHLAND CENTER

--Film Stars, Filmmakers and Artists 3OH!3, Metro Station, Family Force 5, Kerli and Never Shout Never on Concert Roster; Entire Event to be Streamed Live on MySpace

Walt Disney Pictures and Buena Vista Records join forces with Hot Topic, KIIS-FM, MySpace and musical artists from the upcoming album "Almost Alice" for a great big ultimate fan event celebrating this Spring's most anticipated 3D motion picture "ALICE IN WONDERLAND." The star-studded concert event kicks off at 5 p.m. on Feb. 19, 2010, at the Hollywood & Highland Center's Central Courtyard. Featuring five musical acts, a visit from director Tim Burton to introduce select members of the "ALICE IN WONDERLAND" cast, plus opportunities to win prizes, including a sneak peek of actual film footage, the ultimate fan event will be streamed live on MySpace at www.myspace.com/wonderland.

An Entertainment Extravaganza

-- The event's featured artists will do a short set, including their song from "Almost Alice." Artists/songs include 3OH!3 ("Follow Me Down"), Metro Station ("Where's My Angel"), Family Force 5 ("Topsy Turvy"), Kerli ("Tea Party"), and Never Shout Never ("Sea What We Seas").

-- Available March 2, 2010, "Almost Alice" is a 16-song compilation featuring the film's end credit track "Alice," written and performed by Avril Lavigne, plus songs from artists including All American Rejects, The Cure's Robert Smith, Franz Ferdinand and Shinedown. Hot Topic's exclusive expanded version includes three bonus tracks. The album is a companion to the film's soundtrack, which features the score by composer Danny Elfman.

-- Hot Topic's Hollywood locale (3rd level of Hollywood & Highland Center) has been transformed to a mad version of Wonderland even the Hatter would enjoy. Hot Topic hosts the event and features exclusive "ALICE IN WONDERLAND"-themed products now available at Hot Topic stores nationwide and online. Beginning Monday, February 8, the first 250 customers who purchase any 3OH!3 t-shirt and preorder the "Almost Alice" CD will receive a wristband that will grant access to a special meet-and-greet with the band 3OH!3, entry into the concert's preferred viewing pit and admission into the special 3D sneak peek of footage from the film at the El Capitan Theatre after the concert event.

-- KIIS-FM, 104.3 MyFM and 98.7 FM will give away VIP preferred viewing pit wristbands to listeners between now and event day. Additional VIP tickets will be given away via MySpace, Facebook and Twitter. VIP attendees will be treated to a special 3D sneak peek of footage from the film at Hollywood's El Capitan Theatre immediately following the event.

-- Fans are encouraged to dress up in costumes inspired by characters from "ALICE IN WONDERLAND." Costumes will be judged on site by Academy Award®-winner Colleen Atwood, costume designer for the film. Winners will be invited to attend the special sneak peek at the El Capitan.

-- KIIS-FM's Manny on the Streets will be the on-stage host for the event. Quddus from MySpace and theQside.com, Roslynn Cobarrubias from MySpace Music and Philip DeFranco from YouTube will be on hand as backstage hosts, interviewing key players along the way.

-- MySpace will host the exclusive live stream of the event at www.myspace.com/wonderland, powered by Ustream. Viewers around the world can experience the event first-hand, see exclusive backstage interviews with talent and interact by posting comments and questions to the page. Ustream's embeddable streaming player will extend the experience to additional sites, including Facebook, HotTopic.com and more.

ABOUT THE MOVIE

From Walt Disney Pictures and visionary director Tim Burton comes an epic 3D fantasy adventure ALICE IN WONDERLAND, a magical and imaginative twist on some of the most beloved stories of all time. JOHNNY DEPP stars as the Mad Hatter and MIA WASIKOWSKA as 19-year-old Alice, who returns to the whimsical world she first encountered as a young girl, reuniting with her childhood friends: the White Rabbit, Tweedledee and Tweedledum, the Dormouse, the Caterpillar, the Cheshire Cat, and of course, the Mad Hatter. Alice embarks on a fantastical journey to find her true destiny and end the Red Queen's reign of terror. The all-star cast also includes ANNE HATHAWAY, HELENA BONHAM CARTER and CRISPIN GLOVER. The screenplay is by Linda Woolverton.

Capturing the wonder of Lewis Carroll's beloved "Alice's Adventures in Wonderland" (1865) and "Through the Looking-Glass" (1871) with stunning, avant-garde visuals and the most charismatic characters in literary history, ALICE IN WONDERLAND comes to the big screen in Disney Digital 3D(tm) and IMAX® 3D on March 5, 2010 (U.S. theaters).

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