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"THE GREAT GATSBY" DOES GREAT BOX OFFICE,
HITTING THE $100 MILLION MARK

Warner Bros. Pictures' and Village Roadshow Pictures' film adaptation of
the great American novel from the 1920s also roars overseas

Burbank, CA, May 24, 2013 — Baz Lurhmann's lavish adaptation of F. Scott Fitzgerald's great American novel, The Great Gatsby, has crossed the $100 million mark at the domestic box office after only 14 days in release. In addition, the film opened at the top of the international box office, taking in $43 million in 49 territories and scoring the number one spot in the key markets of France, Italy, Spain, Germany, Russia and Taiwan. The international cumulative gross now stands at an estimated $64.4 million, with major markets such as Australia, Mexico, Brazil and Japan yet to open. The worldwide total box office now stands at an impressive $165.1 million and counting. The announcement was made today by Dan Fellman, President of Domestic Distribution, and Veronika Kwan Vandenberg, President of International Distribution, Warner Bros. Pictures.

One of the most anticipated films of the year, "The Great Gatsby" has emerged as a worldwide counter-programming phenomenon in the highly competitive early summer corridor. Audiences have embraced the drama, the immersive 3D spectacle, and the eclectic music of the film, resulting in strong word of mouth and repeat viewings.

In making the announcement, Fellman stated, "Just as the book has been beloved by readers for generations, Baz Luhrmann's 'The Great Gatsby' has already become a favorite of moviegoers. We all congratulate Baz and his amazing cast and crew on the success of the film, which will continue to enjoy the lucrative summer play time."

Kwan Vandenberg said, "The strength of the international opening is a testament to Baz Luhrmann and everyone involved in the film. The movie's spectacular Cannes launch truly set the stage for the summer of 'Gatsby' around the world."

Sue Kroll, Warner Bros. Pictures President of Worldwide Marketing, noted, "We had the benefit of a wonderful collaboration with this extraordinary director and his cast and team. The film Baz put together, with its modern yet timeless feel, including its surprising musical mix, gave us all the elements we needed to create a pervasive and evocative marketing campaign that has resonated with audiences everywhere."

From the uniquely imaginative mind of writer/producer/director Baz Luhrmann comes the new big screen adaptation of F. Scott Fitzgerald's novel The Great Gatsby. In his adaptation, the filmmaker combines his distinctive visual, sonic, and storytelling styles in 3 Dimensions, weaving a Jazz Age cocktail faithful to Fitzgerald's text and relevant to now. Leonardo DiCaprio stars in the title role.

"The Great Gatsby" follows would-be writer Nick Carraway as he leaves the Midwest and comes to New York City in the spring of 1922, an era of loosening morals, glittering jazz, bootleg kings, and sky-rocketing stocks. Chasing his own American Dream, Nick lands next door to a mysterious, party-giving millionaire, Jay Gatsby, and across the bay from his cousin, Daisy, and her philandering, blue-blooded husband, Tom Buchanan. It is thus that Nick is drawn into the captivating world of the super rich, their illusions, loves and deceits. As Nick bears witness, within and without of the world he inhabits, he pens a tale of impossible love, incorruptible dreams and high-octane tragedy, and holds a mirror to our own modern times and struggles.

Academy Award® nominee DiCaprio ("Django Unchained," "The Aviator") plays Jay Gatsby, with Tobey Maguire starring as Nick Carraway; Oscar® nominee Carey Mulligan ("An Education") and Joel Edgerton as Daisy and Tom Buchanan; Isla Fisher and Jason Clarke as Myrtle and George Wilson; and newcomer Elizabeth Debicki as Jordan Baker. Indian film legend Amitabh Bachchan plays the role of Meyer Wolfshiem.

Oscar® nominee Luhrmann ("Moulin Rouge!") directed the film in 3D from a screenplay he co-wrote with frequent collaborator Craig Pearce, based on Fitzgerald's novel. Luhrmann produced, along with Catherine Martin, Academy Award® winner Douglas Wick ("Gladiator"), Lucy Fisher and Catherine Knapman. The executive producers are Academy Award® winner Barrie M. Osborne ("The Lord of the Rings – The Return of the King"), Shawn "JAY Z" Carter, and Bruce Berman.

Two-time Academy Award®-winning production and costume designer Catherine Martin ("Moulin Rouge!") designed the film, as well as produced. The director of photography is Simon Duggan, and the editors are Matt Villa, Jason Ballantine and Jonathan Redmond. The music is by Craig Armstrong, with Anton Monsted serving as executive music supervisor and co-producer.

Warner Bros. Pictures presents, in association with Village Roadshow Pictures, in association with A&E Television, a Bazmark/Red Wagon Entertainment Production, a Film by Baz Luhrmann, "The Great Gatsby." The film is being distributed in RealD 3D, 3D and 2D by Warner Bros. Pictures, a Warner Bros. Entertainment Company, and in select territories by Village Roadshow Pictures.

This film has been rated PG-13 by the MPAA for some violent images, sexual content, smoking, partying and brief language.

www.thegreatgatsbymovie.com

For additional information, please contact:
Jan Craft – National Publicity
(818) 954-2279
Jan.craft@warnerbros.com

Kevin Frank – International Publicity
(818) 954-7180
kevin.frank@warnerbros.com


WARNER BROS. PICTURES ANNOUNCES DATE CHANGES
FOR TWO MUCH-ANTICIPATED EVENT FILMS

"ALL YOU NEED IS KILL" MOVES TO THE COVETED SUMMER FRAME —
THE SCI-FI ACTIONER WILL OPEN ON JUNE 6, 2014

"300: RISE OF AN EMPIRE" SHIFTS TO MARCH 7, 2014,
FOLLOWING THE SAME RELEASE PATTERN
OF THE ORIGINAL BLOCKBUSTER, "300"

Burbank, CA, May 9, 2013 — Warner Bros. Pictures has announced a change of release dates for two of its most-anticipated event films: "All You Need is Kill," from Warner Bros. Pictures and Village Roadshow Pictures, and "300: Rise of an Empire," from Warner Bros. Pictures and Legendary Pictures. The announcement was made today by Dan Fellman, President of Domestic Distribution, and Veronika Kwan Vandenberg, President of International Distribution, Warner Bros. Pictures.

"All You Need is Kill" has been moved to the Summer release corridor, opening on June 6, 2014, with select international markets predating the domestic release, starting the weekend of May 30, 2014. The earlier international release date was specifically chosen to put the opening two weeks ahead of the start of the World Cup. The move reflects the studio's already strong belief in the huge science fiction actioner, which marks the first collaboration between two proven hit-makers, Tom Cruise and director Doug Liman.

The release date of "300: Rise of an Empire," a new chapter in the epic "300" saga, has moved to March 7, 2014, with international territories opening day-and-date, reflecting the global popularity of the franchise. The first "300," which was released in March 2007, went on to earn more than $456 million worldwide.

Fellman stated, "We have tremendous confidence in 'All You Need is Kill' and view it as a perfect tent pole for the Summer frame, with its combination of great cast, compelling story and tremendous action."

Fellman also noted, "Moving '300: Rise of an Empire' to March 7 continues in the tradition of the first '300,' and kicks off the spring movie-going season in epic style. The film is on track to become all that audiences have come to expect from the franchise."

Kwan Vandenberg said, "We are thrilled about 'All You Need is Kill' heating up our Summer `14 slate. It is an action-packed adventure, told by an extraordinary cast, which is sure to have global appeal.

About "300: Rise of an Empire":
Told in the breathtaking visual style of the blockbuster "300," this new chapter of the epic saga takes the action to a fresh battlefield—on the sea—as Greek general Themistokles attempts to unite all of Greece by leading the charge that will change the course of the war. "300: Rise of an Empire" pits Themistokles against the massive invading Persian forces led by mortal-turned-god Xerxes, and Artemisia, vengeful commander of the Persian navy.

Warner Bros. Pictures and Legendary Pictures present, a Cruel and Unusual Films/Mark Canton/Gianni Nunnari Production, "300: Rise of an Empire." The action adventure stars Sullivan Stapleton as Themistokles and Eva Green, as Artemisia. Lena Headey reprises her starring role from "300" as the Spartan Queen, Gorgo; Hans Matheson stars as Aeskylos; David Wenham returns as Dilios, and Rodrigo Santoro stars again as the Persian King, Xerxes.

The film is directed by Noam Murro, from a screenplay by Zack Snyder & Kurt Johnstad, based on the graphic novel Xerxes, by Frank Miller. It is produced by Gianni Nunnari, Mark Canton, Zack Snyder, Deborah Snyder and Bernie Goldmann. Thomas Tull, Frank Miller, Stephen Jones and Jon Jashni serve as executive producers.

Opening in 3D and 2D in select theatres and IMAX on March 7, 2014, the film will be distributed worldwide by Warner Bros. Pictures, a Warner Bros. Entertainment Company.

About "All You Need is Kill":
Tom Cruise and Emily Blunt star in "All You Need is Kill," directed by Doug Liman.

The story unfolds in a near future in which a hive-like alien race, called Mimics, have hit the Earth in an unrelenting assault, shredding great cities to rubble and leaving millions of human casualties in their wake. No army in the world can match the speed, brutality or seeming prescience of the weaponized Mimic fighters or their telepathic Alpha commanders. But now the world's armies have joined forces for a last stand offensive against the alien horde, with no second chances.

The international cast also includes Bill Paxton, Kick Gurry, Dragomir Mrsic, Charlotte Riley, Jonas Armstrong, and Franz Drameh.

Liman directed the film from a screenplay by Dante W. Harper and Jez Butterworth & John-Henry Butterworth and Christopher McQuarrie, based on the acclaimed novel All You Need is Kill by Hiroshi Sakurazaka. Erwin Stoff, Tom Lassally, Jason Hoffs, Gregory S. Jacobs and Jeffrey Silver are the producers. The executive producers are Doug Liman, Dave Bartis, Joby Harold, Hidemi Fukuhara, and Bruce Berman, with Kim Winther and Tim Lewis serving as co-producers.

"All You Need is Kill" is a presentation of Warner Bros. Pictures, in association with Village Roadshow Pictures. Opening domestically on June 6, 2014, the film will be distributed in 2D and 3D in select theatres and IMAX by Warner Bros. Pictures, a Warner Bros. Entertainment Company, and in select territories by Village Roadshow.

For additional information, please contact:
"All You Need is Kill":
Jan Craft
(818) 954-2279
Jan.craft@warnerbros.com

"300: Rise of an Empire":
Paulette Osorio
(818) 954-2708
Paulette.osorio@warnerbros.com


MAN OF STEEL TWO-DISC SOUNDTRACK FEATURING ORIGINAL MUSIC
BY HANS ZIMMER SET FOR RELEASE JUNE 11th

Limited Deluxe Edition Soundtrack Also Available

Man of Steel: Original Motion Picture Soundtrack Available For Pre-Order

Los Angeles, CA, April 30, 2013 — On June 11, 2013, WaterTower Music will release two configurations of the Man Of Steel: Original Motion Picture Soundtrack. The album will be available in standard form as well as a limited edition deluxe version at all physical and digital retailers. Academy Award®, Grammy, and Golden Globe-winning composer Hans Zimmer composed the music for this highly anticipated project, joining forces for the first time with director Zack Snyder.

"The challenges of creating a Superman score are daunting because Superman is so iconographic," said Snyder. "I really feel like what Hans created is perfect. Subtle and stirring, epic and commanding. Honestly, Hans crushed it."

Fans will have the ability to choose between the standard two disc, 18-song soundtrack, and a limited, deluxe edition of the soundtrack. This deluxe edition will be housed in a special embossed steel case, contain 24 score selections, and give fans the ability to access multiple videos showing an exclusive, behind-the-scenes look at the creation of the music. Both the standard and deluxe editions will include the epic track "Man of Steel (Hans Original Sketchbook)" which clocks in at over 28 minutes long. This exclusive track is performed solely by Zimmer, and allows listeners to experience firsthand his initial experiments with the film's music, which ultimately lay the foundation for the film's final score.

Those fans who purchase the CD version of the deluxe edition will have the opportunity to download all 24 songs in DTS Headphone: X, which reproduces a cinematic multi-speaker surround sound experience using only the user's headphones. DTS Headphone:X presents a whole new way to hear mobile entertainment over headphones. The technology garnered rave reviews from the likes of The Wall Street Journal, and Cnet, among others at this year's CES convention.

Additionally, a double, 180 gram vinyl configuration of the soundtrack is slated for a summer release.

In addition to his orchestral arrangements, Zimmer, no stranger to stepping outside the confines of traditional film scoring, has assembled two unique musical entities to contribute music to Man of Steel. The first, a "drum orchestra," which was brought together for the album, is described by soundtrack co-producer Peter Asher as "some of the best drummers in the world all playing simultaneously in a space designed for a symphony orchestra – using not only rock drum kits but tympani and field drums as well."

The membership of this elite assembly consisists of many of today's top musicians including John JR Robinson, Jason Bonham, Josh Freese, Pharrell Williams, Danny Carey, Satnam Ramgotra, Toss Panos, Jim Keltner, Curt Bisquera, Trevor Lawrence Jr., Matt Chamberlain, Ryeland Allison, Bernie Dresel, Vinnie Colaiuta and Sheila E. Their contribution, under Zimmer's musical direction, creates a towering and powerful musical accompaniment to the film.

Another distinctive group the composer assembled was a gathering of eight of music's finest pedal steel guitarists who play classical string section parts. This collective, consisting of Chas Smith, Marty Rifkin, Skip Edwards, Boo Bernstein, Peter Frieberger, Rick Schmidt, JD Maness, John McClung, was described by Asher as, "a uniquely new metallic orchestra" added it's own distinct and soaring musical stamp to the soundtrack.

The Man Of Steel: Original Motion Picture Soundtrack is currently available for preorder at Amazon and will be available for preorder on iTunes starting May 7.

SOUNDTRACK LISTING

Disc 1 – Flight

  1. Look to the Stars
  2. Oil Rig
  3. Sent here for a Reason
  4. DNA
  5. Goodbye My Son
  6. If You Love These People
  7. Krypton's Last
  8. Terraforming
  9. Tornado
  10. You Die or I Do
  11. Launch
  12. Ignition
  13. I Will Find Him
  14. This is Clark Kent
  15. I Have So Many Questions
  16. Flight
  17. What Are You Going to Do When You Are Not Saving the World?

Disc 2 – Experiments from the Fortress of Solitude

  1. Man of Steel (Hans' Original Sketchbook)
  2. Are You Listening, Clark? (Deluxe Edition Only)
  3. General Zod (Deluxe Edition Only)
  4. You Led Us Here (Deluxe Edition Only)
  5. This Is Madness! (Deluxe Edition Only)
  6. Earth (Deluxe Edition Only)
  7. Arcade (Deluxe Edition Only)

Hans Zimmer has scored more than 100 films, which have, combined, grossed over 19.6 billion dollars at the worldwide box office. He has been honored with an Academy Award®, two Golden Globes®, three Grammys®, an American Music Award, and a Tony® Award. In 2003, ASCAP presented him with the prestigious Henry Mancini award for Lifetime Achievement for his impressive and influential body of work. He also received his Star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in December 2010. Some of his most recent works include the History Channel's miniseries The Bible; the Christopher Nolan-directed films Inception, The Dark Knight and The Dark Knight Rises; and Guy Ritchie's Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows. Upcoming titles include Ron Howard's Rush, Gore Verbinski's The Lone Ranger and Steve McQueen's Twelve Years a Slave.

Zack Snyder directed Man of Steel from a screenplay by David S. Goyer from a story by Goyer & Nolan, based upon Superman characters created by Jerry Siegel & Joe Shuster and published by DC Entertainment. Charles Roven, Christopher Nolan, Emma Thomas and Deborah Snyder are the producers, with Thomas Tull, Lloyd Phillips and Jon Peters serving as executive producers. The film stars Henry Cavill, Amy Adams, Michael Shannon, Kevin Costner, Diane Lane, Laurence Fishburne, Antje Traue, Ayelet Zurer, Christopher Meloni and Russell Crowe.

Warner Bros. Pictures presents, in association with Legendary Pictures, a Syncopy Production, a Zack Snyder Film, Man of Steel. The film will be released in 3D and 2D in select theaters and IMAX®, and is slated for release on June 14, 2013. It will be distributed worldwide by Warner Bros. Pictures, a Warner Bros. Entertainment Company.

About Headphone: X
DTS Headphone: X enables content owners (e.g., movie studios, music labels or retail) to capture the acoustics of a high quality audio production studio and control the manner by which they are reproduced at the consumer end. Content providers can rest assured that the sonic reproduction presented to the listener can match the mix they so carefully crafted.

About WaterTower Music:
WaterTower Music , the in house music label for Warner Bros., has been releasing recorded music since 2001. Distributed through InGrooves Fontana, WTM has released over 150 titles, including the film soundtracks to "The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey," "The Dark Knight Rises," "Project X,", "Rock of Ages," "Hairspray," "Sex and the City," "Elf," "The Notebook," and "Love and Basketball" among others. Its 2013 schedule includes "42," "Pacific Rim," and "The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug."

For additional information, please contact:
Joe Kara
WaterTower Music
watertowermusic@warnerbros.com
818-954-5017


WORLD PREMIERE OF

WEDNESDAY, MAY 1st

WHAT: World Premiere of "The Great Gatsby"

WHO: From the film: Leonardo DiCaprio, Tobey Maguire, Carey Mulligan, Joel Edgerton, Isla Fisher, Amitabh Bachchan, Adelaide Clemens, Callan McAuliffe, Kate Mulvany, director/writer/producer Baz Luhrmann, screenwriter Craig Pearce, producer/production and costume designer Catherine Martin, executive producer JAY Z, executive producer Bruce Berman, co-producer/executive music supervisor Anton Monsted, producers Douglas Wick, Lucy Fisher and Catherine Knapman.

Additional guests: Barry Diller, Nina Dobrev, Mamie Gummer, Jake Gyllenhaal, Mariska Hargitay, Tommy Hilfiger, Ben Lovett, Jennifer Morrison, Marcus Mumford, Diane Von Furstenberg, Florence Welch.

WHEN: Wednesday, May 1st
Crew Arrivals: 4:45PM
Celebrity Arrivals: 6:00PM

WHERE: Avery Fisher Hall at Lincoln Center
Columbus Avenue between 62nd/65th Streets

From the uniquely imaginative mind of writer/producer/director Baz Luhrmann comes the new big screen adaptation of F. Scott Fitzgerald's novel The Great Gatsby, starring Leonardo DiCaprio in the title role. "The Great Gatsby" follows would-be writer Nick Carraway as he leaves the Midwest and comes to New York City in the spring of 1922, an era of loosening morals, glittering jazz, bootleg kings, and sky-rocketing stocks. Nick lands next door to a mysterious, party-giving millionaire, Jay Gatsby, and across the bay from his cousin, Daisy, and her philandering, blue-blooded husband, Tom Buchanan. It is thus that Nick is drawn into the captivating world of the super rich, their illusions, loves and deceits, and holds a mirror to our own modern times and struggles. Oscar® nominee Luhrmann directed the film in 3D from a screenplay co-written with frequent collaborator Craig Pearce, based on Fitzgerald's novel. The film stars Academy Award® nominee DiCaprio, Tobey Maguire, Oscar® nominee Carey Mulligan, Joel Edgerton, Isla Fisher, Jason Clarke and Elizabeth Debicki. Luhrmann produced, along with Academy Award® winner Catherine Martin, Academy Award® winner Douglas Wick, Lucy Fisher and Catherine Knapman. The executive producers are Academy Award® winner Barrie M. Osborne, Shawn "JAY Z" Carter, and Bruce Berman. Warner Bros. Pictures presents, in association with Village Roadshow Pictures, in association with A&E Television, a Bazmark/Red Wagon Entertainment Production, a Film by Baz Luhrmann, "The Great Gatsby." Opening May 10, 2013, the film will be distributed in 3D and 2D by Warner Bros. Pictures, a Warner Bros. Entertainment Company, and in select territories by Village Roadshow Pictures.

For further information, please contact:
Broadcast: Amanda Soll (212) 636-5090   Print: Maria Weinstein (212) 636-5089
Photo: Erin Durkin (212) 636-5060   Online: Anne Chun (818) 954-4601

– Your coverage of this event is invited –
**Press Credentials will be issued at the event**

THE GREAT GATSBY opens nationwide on May 10, 2013.

THE GREAT GATSBY has been rated PG-13 by the MPAA
for some violent images, sexual content, smoking, partying and brief language.

www.thegreatgatsbymovie.com

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CAMERAS ROLL ON THE WACHOWSKIS' NEW
SCI-FI ADVENTURE "JUPITER ASCENDING"

CHANNING TATUM AND MILA KUNIS STAR

Burbank, CA, April 15, 2013 — Filming is underway on Warner Bros. Pictures' and Village Roadshow Pictures' "Jupiter Ascending," an original science fiction epic adventure from filmmakers Lana and Andy Wachowski. Channing Tatum and Mila Kunis star in the film, which began shooting at Warner Bros. Studios Leavesden on April 2, 2013.

From the streets of Chicago to far flung galaxies whirling through space, "Jupiter Ascending" was conceived and written by the Wachowskis, who are also directing. Award-winning producer Grant Hill, with whom the writer/directors have collaborated since "The Matrix" Trilogy, is producing the film together with the Wachowskis. Roberto Malerba and Bruce Berman are serving as executive producers.

Jupiter Jones (Mila Kunis) was born under a night sky, with signs predicting that she was destined for great things. Now grown, Jupiter dreams of the stars but wakes up to the cold reality of a job cleaning toilets and an endless run of bad breaks. Only when Caine (Channing Tatum), a genetically engineered ex-military hunter, arrives on Earth to track her down does Jupiter begin to glimpse the fate that has been waiting for her all along—her genetic signature marks her as next in line for an extraordinary inheritance that could alter the balance of the cosmos.

Channing Tatum ("Magic Mike") and Mila Kunis ("Oz the Great and Powerful") lead an international cast that also includes Sean Bean ("The Lord of the Rings" Trilogy), Eddie Redmayne ("Les Miserables"), Douglas Booth ("LOL"), Tuppence Middleton (TV's "The Lady Vanishes"), Doona Bae ("Cloud Atlas"), James D'Arcy ("Hitchcock") and Tim Pigott-Smith ("Alice in Wonderland").

Behind the scenes, "Jupiter Ascending" reunites the Wachowskis with their longstanding collaborators, who most recently worked with them on "Cloud Atlas." They include Oscar®-winning cinematographer John Toll ("Braveheart," "Legends of the Fall"); production designer Hugh Bateup; editor Alexander Berner; costume designer Kym Barrett; and hair and makeup designer Jeremy Woodhead. "Jupiter Ascending" will showcase the kind of cutting-edge visual effects that have become the benchmarks of the Wachowskis' films. Dan Glass ("Batman Begins," "Cloud Atlas") is the film's visual effects supervisor, a post he has occupied for the Wachowskis since "The Matrix" Trilogy. Additionally, John Gaeta, the visual effects Oscar® winner behind "The Matrix," is contributing to the visual effects design.

The production will remain in the UK at the studios through June, at which time filming will move to Chicago for completion.

"Jupiter Ascending" will be distributed by Warner Bros. Pictures, a Warner Bros. Entertainment Company, and in select territories by Village Roadshow Pictures.

For more information, please contact:
Warner Bros. Pictures Publicity:
Stephanie Phillips
(818) 954-2351
Stephanie.phillips@warnerbros.com


Kansas City hosts special preview screening of "42" - The Jackie Robinson Story

Waddell & Reed and AMC Theatres organized April 11th benefit for Negro Leagues Baseball Museum
and Kansas City Sports Commission, with support from KC Royals

Kansas City, MO, April 12, 2013 — Film stars, filmmakers and Kansas City VIPs turned out for last night's special benefit screening of "42," the new film about Jackie Robinson, at the AMC BarryWoods 24 theatre in Kansas City, MO. Red carpet attendees included the film's stars Chadwick Boseman, Harrison Ford, Andre Holland and Derek Phillips, as well as producer Thomas Tull and executive producer Dick Cook. They were joined by Kansas City Mayor Sly James; Bob Kendrick, president of the Negro Leagues Baseball Museum; Thomas Butch, executive vice president of Waddell & Reed Financial; Kathy Nelson, President/CEO of the Kansas City Sports Commission; Stephen Colanero, AMC Executive Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer, Jason Kander, Missouri Secretary of State, Senator Ryan Silvey, Senator Kiki Curls, Senator Paul Lovato, Senator Jason Holsman, Rep Rick Stream, Rep Randy Dunn, Rep Gail McCann Beatty, Rep Bill Otto, David Robinson, the son of Jackie Robinson; former Negro Leagues Baseball players Ulysses Hollimon, Bob Motley and George Altman; Diego Segui, former Major League Baseball pitcher; DeMorris Smith, son of Hall of Fame KC Monarchs pitcher Hilton Smith (Hilton Smith is credited with recommending Jackie Robinson to Monarchs owner J.L. Wilkinson); Linda Paige-Shelby, daughter of the legendary Leroy "Satchel" Paige (a teammate of Robinson on the '45 Monarchs); Edwin Charles, Jr., son of Edwin Charles, former MLB player, St. Louis Cardinals Hall of Famer Lou Brock; former MLB All-Stars Tony Clark, Bobby Bonilla, Dennis Leonard, Willie Wilson, Frank White, Art Stewart and George Brett; and current Kansas City Royals Billy Butler, Eric Hosmer, Jarrod Dyson, Lorenzo Cain, Mike Moustakas, Luis Mendoza, Wade Davis and Bruce Chen.

Waddell & Reed, through its relationship with Thomas Tull and producer Legendary Pictures, became aware of the pending release of "42," the story of Jackie Robinson. Robinson's career began with the Kansas City Monarchs of the Negro Leagues in 1945, before he was discovered by Brooklyn Dodgers GM Branch Rickey. Robinson played with the Monarchs on the old Muehlebach Field, the predecessor to Municipal Stadium, at 22nd and Brooklyn.

Waddell & Reed Financial, Inc., including Thomas Butch, who also is chairman of the board of the Kansas City Sports Commission, recognized the release of this film as an opportunity to support the Negro Leagues Baseball Museum in Kansas City and the Kansas City Sports Commission through a special advance screening. AMC Theatres, another Kansas City-based entity, served as host and venue sponsor, donating the entire theatre space, theatre team, concessions and spirits for the event.

Bob Kendrick, president of the Negro Leagues Baseball Museum, who is well-versed in Kansas City Monarchs and Robinson's history, agreed that Kansas City makes a fitting location for an advance screening, noting that Robinson's step into Major League Baseball marked the unofficial beginning of the civil rights movement in this country. The Kansas City Monarchs ultimately sent more players to MLB than any other Negro League franchise.

Waddell & Reed, founded in Kansas City in 1937, is one of the oldest mutual fund and financial planning companies in the country. Through its subsidiaries, Waddell & Reed Financial, Inc. provides investment management and financial planning services to clients throughout the U.S. Waddell & Reed Investment Management Company serves as investment advisor to the Waddell & Reed Advisors Group of Mutual Funds, Ivy Funds Variable Insurance Portfolios and InvestEd Portfolios, while Ivy Investment Management Company serves as investment advisor to the Ivy Funds.

Negro Leagues Baseball Museum (NLBM), founded in 1990, is a privately funded, non-profit organization dedicated to preserving the rich history of African-American baseball. The NLBM opened its permanent, 10,000 square-foot facility in 1997 in Kansas City, Missouri, where visitors can experience multi-media displays and hundreds of photographs and artifacts dating from the late 1800s through the 1960s.

Kansas City Sports Commission — The Kansas City Sports Commission and Foundation aims to enhance the quality of life and economic success of Greater Kansas City by taking the lead in maintaining and selectively acquiring a diversity of amateur and professional sporting events; to collaborate with area economic development agencies to attract and retain amateur and professional sports organizations; and to promote the lifetime benefits of sports for the youth of Greater Kansas City. The organization has helped more than $750 million in estimated economic impact on the metropolitan area since 1990.

AMC Theatres delivers distinctive and affordable movie-going experiences in 332 theatres with 4,804 screens primarily in the United States. The company operates 22 of the 50 highest grossing theatres in the country, including four of the top five. AMC has propelled industry innovation and continues today by delivering premium sight and sound, enhanced food and beverage, and diverse content.

Kansas City Royals — Founded in 1968, the Kansas City Royals began play in 1969 and are a member of Major League Baseball's American League Central Division. The Royals have won two American League pennants and a World Championship in 1985. The club plays in beautifully renovated Kauffman Stadium, located in Kansas City, Mo., and part of the Truman Sports Complex. Kauffman Stadium was the site of the 2012 MLB All-Star Game and related festivities, which brought a weeklong celebration of baseball to Kansas City. The Royals have a number of promising young players emerging both at the Major League level and in the club's minor league system.

About "42"

Academy Award® winner Brian Helgeland ("L.A. Confidential") wrote and directed the drama "42," starring Chadwick Boseman ("The Express") and Oscar® nominee Harrison Ford ("Witness").

Hero is a word we hear often in sports, but heroism is not always about achievements on the field of play. "42" tells the story of two men—the great Jackie Robinson and trailblazing Brooklyn Dodgers GM Branch Rickey—whose brave stand against prejudice forever changed the world by changing the game of baseball. In 1947, Branch Rickey put himself at the forefront of history when he signed Jackie Robinson to the Brooklyn Dodgers, breaking Major League Baseball's infamous color line. But the deal also put both Robinson and Rickey in the firing line of the public, the press and other players. Facing blatant racism from every side, even his own team, Robinson was forced to demonstrate tremendous courage and restraint by not reacting in kind, knowing that any incident could destroy his and Rickey's hopes. Instead, Number 42 let his talent on the field do the talking—ultimately winning over fans and his teammates, silencing his critics, and paving the way for others to follow. In 1997, Major League Baseball retired the number 42 for all teams, making it the first number in sports to be universally retired. The only exception is every year on April 15th—Jackie Robinson Day, when players from every team proudly wear the number 42 to honor the man who altered the course of history.

Rounding out the main cast of "42" are Nicole Beharie as Rachel Robinson, Christopher Meloni as Leo Durocher, Andre Holland as Wendell Smith, Lucas Black as Pee Wee Reese, Hamish Linklater as Ralph Branca, and Ryan Merriman as Dixie Walker. The film is produced by Thomas Tull, with Dick Cook, Jon Jashni and Jason Clark serving as executive producers, and Darryl Pryor and Jillian Zaks co-producing.

Warner Bros. Pictures and Legendary Pictures present, a Legendary Pictures Production, a Brian Helgeland film, "42." Slated for release April 12, 2013, the film will open in time to commemorate the 66th anniversary of Jackie Robinson Day—April 15, the date of his first game as a Brooklyn Dodger. This film has been rated PG-13 for thematic elements, including language. Watch the trailer at www.42movie.com.

CONTACT:
Dana Collins
816-556-3005
DCollins@alliedtha.com


TIME WARNER INC. AND THE SMITHSONIAN
WELCOME CHADWICK BOSEMAN, STAR OF THE FILM "42"

EVENT TAKES PLACE ON JACKIE ROBINSON DAY, APRIL 15TH,
THE 66TH ANNIVERSARY OF HIS FIRST APPEARANCE AS A BROOKLYN DODGER.

Washington, DC, April 4, 2013 — Time Warner Inc. and The Smithsonian's National Museum of American History Kenneth E. Behring Center will celebrate Jackie Robinson Day by hosting a special screening of Warner Bros. Pictures' and Legendary Pictures' new film "42." The screening will be held at the Warner Bros. Theatre on Monday, April 15, in Washington, DC. "42," the true story of American legend Jackie Robinson, opens nationwide on Friday, April 12, 2013.

Actor Chadwick Boseman, who portrays Jackie Robinson in the film, will join National Museum of American History Director John Gray and Curator Eric Jentsch to introduce the film and present several objects from the museum's collection that relate to Jackie Robinson. The pieces include a signed baseball, a program with Robinson on the cover and an original trading card.

After the movie, Mr. Boseman will participate in an onstage interview session with Lonnie Bunch, Director of The Smithsonian's National Museum of African American History and Culture.

Photos from the event will be available via wire service.

About "42"

Academy Award® winner Brian Helgeland ("L.A. Confidential") wrote and directed the drama "42," starring Chadwick Boseman ("The Express") and Oscar® nominee Harrison Ford ("Witness").

Hero is a word we hear often in sports, but heroism is not always about achievements on the field of play. "42" tells the story of two men—the great Jackie Robinson and trailblazing Brooklyn Dodgers GM Branch Rickey—whose brave stand against prejudice forever changed the world by changing the game of baseball.

In 1947, Branch Rickey put himself at the forefront of history when he signed Jackie Robinson to the Brooklyn Dodgers, breaking Major League Baseball's infamous color line. But the deal also put both Robinson and Rickey in the firing line of the public, the press and other players. Facing blatant racism from every side, even his own team, Robinson was forced to demonstrate tremendous courage and restraint by not reacting in kind, knowing that any incident could destroy his and Rickey's hopes. Instead, Number 42 let his talent on the field do the talking—ultimately winning over fans and his teammates, silencing his critics, and paving the way for others to follow.

In 1997, Major League Baseball retired the number 42 for all teams, making it the first number in sports to be universally retired. The only exception is every year on April 15th—Jackie Robinson Day—commemorating the date of his first game as a Brooklyn Dodger. On that day alone, players from every team proudly wear the number 42 to honor the man who altered the course of history.

Rounding out the main cast of "42" are Nicole Beharie as Rachel Robinson, Christopher Meloni as Leo Durocher, Andre Holland as Wendell Smith, Lucas Black as Pee Wee Reese, Hamish Linklater as Ralph Branca, and Ryan Merriman as Dixie Walker.

The film is produced by Thomas Tull, with Dick Cook, Jon Jashni and Jason Clark serving as executive producers, and Darryl Pryor and Jillian Zaks co-producing.

Helgeland's behind-the-scenes collaborators included Oscar®-nominated director of photography Don Burgess ("Forrest Gump"), production designer Richard Hoover, costume designer Caroline Harris, and editors Kevin Stitt and Peter McNulty. The music is composed by Oscar® nominee Mark Isham ("A River Runs Through It").

Warner Bros. Pictures and Legendary Pictures present, a Legendary Pictures Production, a Brian Helgeland film, "42." Slated for release April 12, 2013, the film will open in time to commemorate the 66th anniversary of Jackie Robinson Day—April 15, the date of his first game as a Brooklyn Dodger. This film has been rated PG-13 for thematic elements, including language.

Watch the trailer at www.42movie.com.

For additional information, please contact:
Shannon Moore
Allied-THA
(202) 742-8744
smoore@alliedtha.com


"THE GREAT GATSBY" SOUNDTRACK BOASTS ALL-STAR LINEUP

Shawn "JAY Z" Carter, executive producer of the film, executive produces soundtrack for
"The Great Gatsby," featuring original new music from Lana Del Rey, Beyoncé x André 3000,
Florence + The Machine, will.i.am, The xx, Fergie + Q Tip + GoonRock, and The Bryan Ferry
Orchestra, among others, on Interscope Records' worldwide release –
ALBUM TRACK LIST REVEALED.

Burbank, CA, April 4, 2013 — "The Great Gatsby" writer/producer/director Baz Luhrmann and collaborators Shawn "JAY Z" Carter, an executive producer on the film, and Anton Monsted, its executive music supervisor, revealed the lineup for the movie's soundtrack today, which encompasses the broad spectrum of musical styles represented in this energetic re-telling of the classic text. The joint announcement was made today by Warner Bros. Pictures and Universal Music Group's Interscope Records.

Drawing on his unique and unrivalled position in popular culture, JAY Z (with collaborator and the film's executive music consultant Jeymes Samuel) has worked with Luhrmann and his team on the project over the past two years, translating the Jazz Age sensibility of F. Scott Fitzgerald's novel into the musical equivalents of our own times, through the blending of hip-hop, traditional jazz and other contemporary musical textures.

Luhrmann stated, "F. Scott Fitzgerald's novel is peppered with contemporary music references specific to the story's setting of 1922. While we acknowledge, as Fitzgerald phrased it, 'the Jazz Age,' and this is the period represented on screen, we—our audience—are living in the 'hip-hop age' and want our viewers to feel the impact of modern-day music the way Fitzgerald did for the readers of his novel at the time of its publication."

"The Great Gatsby is that classic American story of one's introduction to extravagance, decadence and illusion. It's ripe for experimentation and ready to be interpreted with a modern twist. The imagination Baz brought to 'Moulin Rouge!' made it a masterpiece, and 'Romeo + Juliet's' score wasn't just in the background; the music became a character. This film's vision and direction has all the makings of an epic experience," JAY Z said in a previous statement.

JAY Z's own "No Church in the Wild," which he was recording when he and Luhrmann first came together, is included in the film, along with his original "100$ Bill." The first single to drop will be the hauntingly melodious track "Young and Beautiful," from recent Brit Award winner for Best International Female Solo Artist, Lana Del Rey; the music video and song release are scheduled for April 22nd and April 23rd, respectively. Del Rey collaborated with Luhrmann in creating the song.

Del Rey said, "It was an honor to work with Baz Lurhmann on his amazing adaptation of one of the most extraordinary books ever written. The movie is highly glamorous and exciting; Rick Nowels and I were thrilled to write the song for the film."

Luhrmann also worked personally alongside good friends and collaborators Florence Welch, of Florence + The Machine, and The xx. Each of the artists worked to picture.

The highly eclectic soundtrack also features songs performed by such artists as Beyoncé x André 3000; Fergie + Q Tip + GoonRock; Coco O. of Quadron; Gotye; Nero; and Sia. Moviegoers will also recognize a few favorites with a new twist, such as Jack White's interpretation of U2's "Love Is Blindness," Beyoncé x André 3000 collaborating on Amy Winehouse's "Back To Black," and Bryan Ferry's new take on a couple of classics: his own "Love Is The Drug," and, with Emeli Sandé, Beyoncé's "Crazy in Love." New songs by Florence + The Machine, Lana Del Rey, Nero, will.i.am and The xx were written for scenes in the film, and appear on the soundtrack.

A new trailer for the film was released today by Warner Bros. Pictures, and features the songs "Back To Black," from Beyoncé x André 3000; "Young And Beautiful," from Lana Del Rey; and "Over The Love," from Florence + The Machine. The trailer can be viewed at www.thegreatgatsbymovie.com.

The score is composed by Luhrmann's regular collaborator, Craig Armstrong, who worked with the director on "Moulin Rouge!" and "William Shakespeare's Romeo + Juliet."

Beginning May 7th, Target stores and Target.com will be the exclusive U.S. retailer of the of the 17-track deluxe edition of the album. That date will also see the album available at digital retailers (available for pre-order on April 23rd). A 14-track physical version will also be available at Starbucks in the U.S. and Canada, and widely, both physically and digitally, at various retailers. Internationally, the soundtrack will be released in physical, digital, deluxe and standard formats on May 6th.

Both the standard album and the deluxe edition will be released worldwide by Interscope Records.

The full track list for "The Great Gatsby" standard soundtrack album is as follows:

1. 100$ Bill – JAY Z
2. Back To Black – Beyoncé x André 3000
3. Bang Bang – will.i.am
4. A Little Party Never Killed Nobody (All We Got) – Fergie + Q Tip + GoonRock
5. Young And Beautiful – Lana Del Rey
6. Love Is The Drug – Bryan Ferry with The Bryan Ferry Orchestra
7. Over The Love – Florence + The Machine
8. Where The Wind Blows – Coco O. of Quadron
9. Crazy in Love – Emeli Sandé and The Bryan Ferry Orchestra
10. Together – The xx
11. Hearts A Mess – Gotye
12. Love Is Blindness – Jack White
13. Into the Past – Nero
14. Kill and Run – Sia

The deluxe soundtrack will feature the above songs, plus three additional bonus tracks.

From the uniquely imaginative mind of writer/producer/director Baz Luhrmann comes the new big screen adaptation of F. Scott Fitzgerald's novel The Great Gatsby. The filmmaker created his own distinctive visual interpretation of the classic story, bringing the period to life in a way that has never been seen before, in the film starring Leonardo DiCaprio in the title role.

"The Great Gatsby" follows would-be writer Nick Carraway as he leaves the Midwest and comes to New York City in the spring of 1922, an era of loosening morals, glittering jazz, bootleg kings, and sky-rocketing stocks. Chasing his own American Dream, Nick lands next door to a mysterious, party-giving millionaire, Jay Gatsby, and across the bay from his cousin, Daisy, and her philandering, blue-blooded husband, Tom Buchanan. It is thus that Nick is drawn into the captivating world of the super rich, their illusions, loves and deceits. As Nick bears witness, within and without of the world he inhabits, he pens a tale of impossible love, incorruptible dreams and high-octane tragedy, and holds a mirror to our own modern times and struggles.

Academy Award® nominee DiCaprio ("Django Unchained," "Aviator") plays Jay Gatsby, with Tobey Maguire starring as Nick Carraway; Oscar® nominee Carey Mulligan ("An Education") and Joel Edgerton as Daisy and Tom Buchanan; Isla Fisher and Jason Clarke as Myrtle and George Wilson; and newcomer Elizabeth Debicki as Jordan Baker. Indian film legend Amitabh Bachchan will play the role of Meyer Wolfsheim.

Oscar® nominee Luhrmann ("Moulin Rouge!") directs the film in 3D from a screenplay co-written with frequent collaborator Craig Pearce, based on Fitzgerald's novel. Luhrmann produces, along with Catherine Martin, Academy Award® winner Douglas Wick ("Gladiator"), Lucy Fisher and Catherine Knapman. The executive producers are Academy Award® winner Barrie M. Osborne ("Lord of the Rings – Return of the King"), JAY Z and Bruce Berman.

Two-time Academy Award®-winning production and costume designer Catherine Martin ("Moulin Rouge!") designs as well as produces. The editors are Matt Villa, Jason Ballantine and Jonathan Redmond, and the director of photography is Simon Duggan. The music is by Craig Armstrong.

Warner Bros. Pictures presents, in association with Village Roadshow Pictures, in association with A&E Television, a Bazmark/Red Wagon Entertainment Production, a Film by Baz Luhrmann, "The Great Gatsby." Opening beginning May 10, 2013, the film will be distributed in 3D and 2D by Warner Bros. Pictures, a Warner Bros. Entertainment Company, and in select territories by Village Roadshow Pictures.

www.thegreatgatsbymovie.com

For additional information, please contact:
Dennis Dennehy
d.dennehy@umusic.com
310.865.7934

Ray Alba
ray.alba@umusic.com
310.865.5675


Los Angeles Premiere
Tuesday, April 9, 2013

WHAT: The Los Angeles Premiere of Warner Bros. Pictures' and Legendary Pictures' "42."

WHEN: Tuesday, April 9th
Crew Arrivals: 5:00pm
Arrivals: 6:00pm
Screening: 7:00pm

WHERE: TCL CHINESE THEATER
6925 Hollywood Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90028

WHO: From the film: stars Chadwick Boseman, Harrison Ford, Nicole Beharie, Christopher Meloni, Andre Holland, Lucas Black, Hamish Linklater, Ryan Merriman, John C. McGinley, T.R. Knight and Brad Beyer; writer/director Brian Helgeland; producer Thomas Tull. Additional guests to be announced.

From Academy Award® winner Brian Helgeland ("L.A. Confidential") comes the real-life drama "42," starring Chadwick Boseman ("The Express") as Jackie Robinson and Oscar® nominee Harrison Ford ("Witness") as Branch Rickey.

In 1947, Branch Rickey put himself at the forefront of history when he signed Jackie Robinson to the Brooklyn Dodgers, breaking Major League Baseball's infamous color line. But the deal also put both Robinson and Rickey in the firing line of the public, the press and other players. Facing blatant racism from every side, even his own team, Robinson was forced to demonstrate tremendous courage and restraint by not reacting in kind, knowing that any incident could destroy his and Rickey's hopes. Instead, Number 42 let his talent on the field do the talking—ultimately winning over fans and his teammates, silencing his critics, and paving the way for others to follow. In 1997, Major League Baseball retired the number 42 for all teams, making it the first number in sports to be universally retired. The only exception is every year on April 15th—Jackie Robinson Day. On that day alone, players from every team proudly wear the number 42 to honor the man who altered the course of history.

Written and directed by Helgeland, the film is produced by Thomas Tull, with Dick Cook, Jon Jashni, and Jason Clark serving as executive producers, and Darryl Pryor and Jillian Zaks co-producing. The main cast also includes Nicole Beharie, Christopher Meloni, Andre Holland, Lucas Black, Hamish Linklater and Ryan Merriman.

Warner Bros. Pictures and Legendary Pictures present, a Legendary Pictures Production, a Brian Helgeland film, "42." The film opens on April 12, 2013, in time to commemorate the 66th anniversary of Jackie Robinson Day. The film has been rated PG-13 for thematic elements including language.

For further information, please contact:
Broadcast: Loraine Valverde (818) 954-6292   Print: Allegra Haddigan (818) 954-3781
Photo: Dustin Wissmiller (818) 954-6585   Online: Anne Chun (818) 954-4601
International: Torry Bel Bruno (818) 954-3235

– Your coverage of this event is invited –
**Press Credentials will be issued at the event**

42 opens nationwide on April 12, 2013.

www.42movie.com

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ONLINE VIDEO CONTEST OFFERS LEGO® FANS WORLDWIDE A CHANCE TO
PLACE THEIR OWN WORK IN THE UPCOMING 3D ANIMATED FEATURE,
"THE LEGO MOVIE"

Entries are Eligible for a Score of Prizes, and One Grand Prize Winner's
Creation Could Be Included in the 2014 Release

Burbank, CA, March 21, 2013 — Beginning March 25, LEGO® fans registered worldwide on http://rebrick.com will have a one-of-a-kind, hands-on opportunity to take part in the growing excitement for "THE LEGO MOVIE" by creating a 15-30 second video clip based on its story, in the LEGO ReBrick Movie Competition. The winning video could be featured in the film, the first-ever, full-length theatrical LEGO adventure, from Warner Bros. Pictures and Village Roadshow Pictures, opening February 7, 2014.

The fan-produced clips will relate to an exciting scene in the film, in which the citizens of the LEGO universe rally to prevent an unspeakable disaster. They do this by quickly disassembling the elements of their environments, brick by brick, and rebuilding them into fantastic and fun hybrid vehicles and tools—the stranger and more innovative, the better, like rocket/dragons or butterfly/speedboats—to take part in an epic battle.

Using only LEGO bricks and non-licensed LEGO minifigures, contestants will select a character and set their action sequence in one of their favorite LEGO worlds, such as LEGO City, Space, Pirates, Western, Vikings, Dino, Castle, and others. After building and recording their LEGO designs, they will upload the video to YouTube, and bookmark it on the rebrick.com Building Challenge page, where it will be open for voting from the entire ReBrick membership. The 25 videos earning the most "Likes" will ultimately be reviewed for creativity, originality, theme and suitability for the film by a panel of judges, including Phil Lord and Christopher Miller, writers/directors of "THE LEGO MOVIE."

The Grand Prize winner will receive a trip for two to Warner Bros. Studios in Burbank, California, for a VIP Tour; a meeting with the directors, to participate in a LEGO build; an exclusive LEGO film camera designed and built by the official LEGO model shop; plus souvenir items from the movie's set, signed by the designers. His or her winning entry may also be edited into the film's big battle sequence. Second and third place winners will also be honored, as well as winners of bi-weekly prizes selected during the challenge's six-week run, for a range of additional prizes, including tickets to the Studio's tour, "THE LEGO MOVIE" merchandise, a $200 gift card for the Studio's online store, and a feature spot on The Official LEGO Channel on YouTube.

All entrants must be at least 16 years old and be registered on the LEGO fansite http://rebrick.com. Submissions will be accepted from March 25, 2013, at 9:00 A.M., until May 6, 2013, at 8:59 A.M., EDT. Videos must be between 15-30 seconds and be captured using a camera that is at least 3.2 megapixels, and framed to fit within a 2.40:1 aspect ratio. Submissions must contain only LEGO elements and figures with no customized parts, must follow the ReBrick House Rules, and must be suitable for children.

Local regulations and complete prizing information can be found on the Contest Rules page at http://rebrick.it/Contest, with additional guidelines, examples and updates available at microsite http://rebrick.it/LEGOMovie.

Winners will be announced on May 20, 2013.

"THE LEGO MOVIE" opens in theaters February 7, 2014. The 3D computer animated adventure tells the story of Emmet, an ordinary, rules-following, perfectly average LEGO minifigure who is mistakenly identified as the most extraordinary person and the key to saving the world. He is drafted into a fellowship of strangers on an epic quest to stop an evil tyrant, a journey for which Emmet is hopelessly and hilariously underprepared.

"THE LEGO MOVIE" stars Chris Pratt, Will Ferrell, Elizabeth Banks, Liam Neeson, Will Arnett, Nick Offerman, Alison Brie and Morgan Freeman as the voices of the animated characters. The film is directed by Phil Lord & Christopher Miller ("21 Jump Street," "Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs") from their original screenplay, and story by Dan Hageman & Kevin Hageman and Phil Lord & Christopher Miller, based on LEGO construction toys. It will incorporate some of the LEGO world's most popular figures while introducing several new characters, inviting fans who have enjoyed the brand's innovative toys and hugely popular video games for generations to experience their visually unique LEGO world as never seen before.

The film will be produced by Dan Lin ("Sherlock Holmes," "Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows") and Roy Lee ("The Departed," "How to Train Your Dragon").

LEGO, its logo, brick & knob configuration and the Minifigure are trademarks of The LEGO Group. (c)2013 The LEGO Group. All rights reserved.

For additional information, please contact:
Gemma Cacho, Warner Bros. Interactive Media
818 954-6531
gemma.cacho@warnerbros.com


WARNER BROS. PICTURES AND LEGENDARY PICTURES
ANNOUNCE CAST AND START OF PRODUCTION FOR "GODZILLA"

Burbank, CA, March 18, 2013 — Warner Bros. Pictures and Legendary Pictures announced today the final principal cast for the upcoming tent pole "Godzilla." Aaron Taylor-Johnson, Ken Watanabe, Elizabeth Olsen, and Juliette Binoche are starring in the film, with David Strathairn and Bryan Cranston.

The companies also announced that principal photography began today on location in Vancouver.

Gareth Edwards is directing the film from a screenplay by Max Borenstein, Frank Darabont and Dave Callaham. Legendary's Thomas Tull and Jon Jashni are producing with Mary Parent and Brian Rogers. Alex Garcia and Patricia Whitcher are serving as executive producers alongside Yoshimitsu Banno and Kenji Okuhira.

A presentation of Warner Bros. Pictures and Legendary Pictures, "Godzilla" will be distributed worldwide by Warner Bros. Pictures, a Warner Bros. Entertainment Company, except in Japan, where it will be distributed by Toho Co., Ltd. Legendary Pictures is a division of Legendary Entertainment.

Slated to open on May 16, 2014, the film is expected to be presented in 3D.

For additional information, please contact:
Warner Bros. Pictures Publicity:
Stephanie Phillips
(818) 954-2351
Stephanie.phillips@warnerbros.com

Legendary Pictures:
Paul Pflug
323.658.1555
paul@pcommgroup.com


SHAWN "JAY Z" CARTER TEAMS UP WITH BAZ LUHRMANN ON
"THE GREAT GATSBY"

Shawn "JAY Z" Carter to serve as Executive Producer and perform on "The Great Gatsby"
soundtrack which will feature a varied collection of the world's most talented
and compelling musical artists.

Burbank, CA, March 14, 2013 — Grammy Award-winning musical artist Shawn "JAY Z" Carter has collaborated with writer/producer/director Baz Luhrmann on "The Great Gatsby"—in the capacity of Executive Producer—to bring the modern "Jazz Age" energy of F. Scott Fitzgerald's original text to the big screen, procuring, performing, producing and arranging for a soundtrack featuring some of the world's top musical artists.

JAY Z's contributions, woven amongst a score by long-time Luhrmann collaborator, composer Craig Armstrong, drive Gatsby's champagne-infused dance floors, rumble in New York's illegal speakeasies, and foreshadow the tragedy behind Gatsby's "extraordinary gift for hope." To articulate the film's "1920s-Meets-Now" sound, JAY Z also comes to "The Great Gatsby" soundtrack as a performer and contributor of original music.

Luhrmann and JAY Z were introduced by Leonardo DiCaprio (Jay Gatsby), and this led to a two-year collaborative effort. During this time, JAY Z worked with Luhrmann and his team to capture, translate and contrast the feelings of Fitzgerald's decadent era with that of our own, using hip-hop and jazz, music contemporary and period, to bring two distinct American moments to simultaneous life. They sculpted the film's musical landscape alongside Armstrong, who worked with the director on "Moulin Rouge!" and "Romeo + Juliet." The film's music supervisor is Anton Monsted.

Luhrmann calls the collaboration with JAY Z "a credible and natural fit. Fitzgerald was a pioneer, famed and controversial for using the then-new and explosive sound called jazz in his novels and short stories—not just as decoration, but to actively tell story using the immediacy of pop culture. He coined the phrase 'the Jazz Age.' So, the question for me in approaching Gatsby was how to elicit from our audience the same level of excitement and pop-cultural immediacy toward the world that Fitzgerald did for his audience? And in our age, the energy of jazz is caught in the energy of hip-hop. Not only is JAY Z a great artist, full stop, but I had heard that he was a great collaborator. Leonardo and I were lucky enough to be present in a recording session over two years ago as JAY Z was recording 'No Church in the Wild,' and the collaboration grew from there."

JAY Z said, "As soon as I spoke with Baz and Leonardo, I knew this was the right project. The Great Gatsby is that classic American story of one's introduction to extravagance, decadence and illusion. It's ripe for experimentation and ready to be interpreted with a modern twist. The imagination Baz brought to 'Moulin Rouge' made it a masterpiece, and 'Romeo + Juliet's' score wasn't just in the background; the music became a character. This film's vision and direction has all the makings of an epic experience."

"The Great Gatsby" soundtrack will be released by Interscope Records.

From the uniquely imaginative mind of writer/producer/director Baz Luhrmann comes the new big screen adaptation of F. Scott Fitzgerald's novel The Great Gatsby. The filmmaker created his own distinctive visual interpretation of the classic story, bringing the period to life in a way that has never been seen before, in a film starring Leonardo DiCaprio in the title role.

"The Great Gatsby" follows would-be writer Nick Carraway as he leaves the Midwest and comes to New York City in the spring of 1922, an era of loosening morals, glittering jazz, bootleg kings, and sky-rocketing stocks. Chasing his own American Dream, Nick lands next door to a mysterious, party-giving millionaire, Jay Gatsby, and across the bay from his cousin, Daisy, and her philandering, blue-blooded husband, Tom Buchanan. It is thus that Nick is drawn into the captivating world of the super rich, their illusions, loves and deceits. As Nick bears witness, within and without of the world he inhabits, he pens a tale of impossible love, incorruptible dreams and high-octane tragedy, and holds a mirror to our own modern times and struggles.

Academy Award® nominee DiCaprio ("Django Unchained," "Aviator") plays Jay Gatsby, with Tobey Maguire starring as Nick Carraway; Oscar® nominee Carey Mulligan ("An Education") and Joel Edgerton as Daisy and Tom Buchanan; Isla Fisher and Jason Clarke as Myrtle and George Wilson; and newcomer Elizabeth Debicki as Jordan Baker. Indian film legend Amitabh Bachchan will play the role of Meyer Wolfsheim.

Oscar® nominee Luhrmann ("Moulin Rouge!") directs the film in 3D from a screenplay co-written with frequent collaborator Craig Pearce, based on Fitzgerald's novel. Luhrmann produces, along with Catherine Martin, Academy Award® winner Douglas Wick ("Gladiator"), Lucy Fisher and Catherine Knapman. The executive producers are Academy Award® winner Barrie M. Osborne ("Lord of the Rings – Return of the King"), JAY Z, and Bruce Berman.

Two-time Academy Award®-winning production and costume designer Catherine Martin ("Moulin Rouge!") designs as well as produces. The editors are Matt Villa, Jason Ballantine and Jonathan Redmond, and the director of photography is Simon Duggan. The music is by Craig Armstrong.

Warner Bros. Pictures presents, in association with Village Roadshow Pictures, in association with A&E Television, a Bazmark/Red Wagon Entertainment Production, a Film by Baz Luhrmann, "The Great Gatsby." Opening May 10, 2013, the film will be distributed in 3D and 2D by Warner Bros. Pictures, a Warner Bros. Entertainment Company, and in select territories by Village Roadshow Pictures.

www.thegreatgatsbymovie.com

For additional information, please contact:
Jan Craft
818-954-2279
jan.craft@warnerbros.com

Anne Chun
818-954-4601
anne.chun@warnerbros.com


"THE HOBBIT: AN UNEXPECTED JOURNEY"
CROSSES ONE BILLION DOLLARS AND STILL CLIMBING

Burbank, CA, March 3, 2013 — "The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey" has surpassed the billion dollar milestone at the worldwide box office. The joint announcement was made today by Toby Emmerich, President and Chief Operating Officer, New Line Cinema; Gary Barber, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Studios; Dan Fellman, President of Domestic Distribution, Warner Bros. Pictures; and Veronika Kwan Vandenberg, President of International Distribution, Warner Bros. Pictures.

To date, the blockbuster has earned $301.4 million domestically. With its recent release in China, where it has grossed $37.3 million in 10 days, the film has earned a staggering estimated $700 million internationally, for a global total of $1 billion to date. "The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey" becomes only the 15th film in history to exceed one billion dollars worldwide.

In making the announcement, Fellman stated, "We could not be more proud to have reached this amazing benchmark. Together with our partners at MGM and New Line, everyone at Warner Bros. congratulates Peter Jackson and his entire cast and crew on the extraordinary success of this film."

Kwan Vandenberg said, "From Berlin to Beijing, it is so gratifying to see how the release of 'The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey' has been such an event with audiences around the world. It's an exciting bellwether as we move toward the release of the second film in the Trilogy."

"The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey," a production of New Line Cinema and Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer (MGM) Pictures, is the acclaimed first film in Oscar®-winning filmmaker Peter Jackson's epic "The Hobbit" Trilogy, based on the timeless novel by J.R.R. Tolkien. The film recently earned three Oscar® nominations, for Best Production Design, Best Makeup and Hairstyling, and Best Visual Effects.

From Academy Award®-winning filmmaker Peter Jackson comes "The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey," the first of a trilogy of films adapting the enduringly popular masterpiece The Hobbit, by J.R.R. Tolkien. The three films tell a continuous story set in Middle-earth 60 years before "The Lord of the Rings," which Jackson and his filmmaking team brought to the big screen in the blockbuster trilogy that culminated with the Oscar®-winning "The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King."

The film stars Ian McKellen, Martin Freeman, Richard Armitage, James Nesbitt, Ken Stott, Sylvester McCoy, Barry Humphries, Cate Blanchett, Ian Holm, Christopher Lee, Hugo Weaving, Elijah Wood and Andy Serkis.

The screenplay for "The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey" is by Fran Walsh & Philippa Boyens & Peter Jackson & Guillermo del Toro, based on the novel by J.R.R. Tolkien. Jackson also produced the film, together with Carolynne Cunningham, Zane Weiner and Fran Walsh. The executive producers are Alan Horn, Toby Emmerich, Ken Kamins and Carolyn Blackwood, with Boyens and Eileen Moran serving as co-producers.

New Line Cinema and Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Pictures Present a WingNut Films Production, "The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey." All three films in "The Hobbit" Trilogy, also including "The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug," and the final film, "The Hobbit: There and Back Again," are productions of New Line Cinema and Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Pictures (MGM), with New Line managing production. Warner Bros. Pictures is handling worldwide theatrical distribution, with select international territories as well as all international television distribution being handled by MGM.

www.thehobbit.com

For additional information, please contact:
Candice McDonough, New Line Cinema
(310) 967-6991
candice.mcdonough@newline.com


"BEAUTIFUL CREATURES" IS A PERFECT VALENTINE

Release Date for the Supernatural Love Story Moved to February 14th.

Burbank, CA, January 8, 2013 — Warner Bros. Pictures has moved the release date of Alcon Entertainment's "Beautiful Creatures" back one day to Valentine's Day, in keeping with the film's intriguing blend of magic and romance. The announcement was made today by Dan Fellman, President of Domestic Distribution, Warner Bros. Pictures.

Directed by Richard LaGravenese from his own screenplay, "Beautiful Creatures" is adapted from the hugely successful novel by Kami Garcia and Margaret Stohl. Sales of the book, which was already a runaway bestseller, have been exploding in anticipation of the film's release. Fans of the novel have been eagerly awaiting the screen adaptation, which is also generating interest from those who have not yet even read the book.

"Beautiful Creatures" tells the tale of two star-crossed lovers: Ethan, a young man longing to escape his small town, and Lena, a mysterious new arrival. Together, they uncover dark secrets about their respective families, their history and their town. But as the tie between Ethan and Lena strengthens, they become tangled in a dangerous web of spells and secrets from which there may be no escape.

The film stars Alden Ehrenreich, Alice Englert, Academy Award® winner Jeremy Irons ("Reversal of Fortune"), Oscar® nominee Viola Davis ("The Help," "Doubt"), Emmy Rossum, Thomas Mann, and Academy Award® winner Emma Thompson ("Howard's End," "Sense and Sensibility"). Rounding out the cast are Eileen Atkins, Margo Martindale, Zoey Deutch, Tiffany Boone, Rachel Brosnahan, Kyle Gallner, Pruitt Taylor Vince and Sam Gilroy.

The film was produced by Erwin Stoff ("Water for Elephants"), Academy Award® nominees Andrew A. Kosove and Broderick Johnson ("The Blind Side"), Molly Mickler Smith, and Oscar® nominee David Valdes ("The Green Mile"). Yolanda T. Cochran served as executive producer, with Steven P. Wegner co-producing.

Alcon Entertainment presents a 3 Arts Entertainment/Belle Pictures Production, "Beautiful Creatures," to be distributed by Warner Bros. Pictures, a Warner Bros. Entertainment company. "Beautiful Creatures" has been rated PG-13 for violence, scary images and some sexual material.

beautifulcreaturesmovie.com

For additional information, please contact:
Warner Bros. Pictures
Paulette Osorio
(818) 954-2708
paulette.osorio@warnerbros.com


"THE HOBBIT: THERE AND BACK AGAIN"
TO BE RELEASED DECEMBER 17, 2014

Burbank, CA, February 28, 2013 — "The Hobbit: There and Back Again," the final film in Peter Jackson's trilogy adaptation of the timeless classic The Hobbit, will now be released on December 17, 2014. The joint announcement was made today by Dan Fellman, President of Domestic Distribution and Veronika Kwan Vandenberg, President of International Distribution, Warner Bros. Pictures.

The film moves from its previous summer slot, and now follows the holiday release pattern of "The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey," which went on to become a billion-dollar global blockbuster, as well as the three films in "The Lord of the Rings" Trilogy. The second film in "The Hobbit" Trilogy, "The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug," is next to be released, on December 13, 2013. All three films in the Trilogy are productions of New Line Cinema and Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Pictures (MGM).

Stated Fellman, "We're excited to complete the Trilogy the same way we started it, as a holiday treat for moviegoers everywhere."

Added Kwan Vandenberg, "Our holiday release of the first film set a successful precedent for this wonderful Trilogy, and we're delighted to bring it to a conclusion in the same release window."

From Academy Award®-winning filmmaker Peter Jackson comes "The Hobbit: There and Back Again," the final film in an epic Trilogy adapting the enduringly popular masterpiece The Hobbit, by J.R.R. Tolkien. The three films tell a continuous story set in Middle-earth 60 years before "The Lord of the Rings," which Jackson and his filmmaking team brought to the big screen in the blockbuster trilogy that culminated with the Oscar®-winning "The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King."

Jackson directed "The Hobbit: There and Back Again" from a screenplay by Fran Walsh & Philippa Boyens & Peter Jackson. Jackson is also producing the film, together with Carolynne Cunningham, Zane Weiner and Fran Walsh. The executive producers are Alan Horn, Toby Emmerich, Ken Kamins and Carolyn Blackwood, with Boyens and Eileen Moran serving as co-producers.

All three films in "The Hobbit" Trilogy are productions of New Line Cinema and Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Pictures (MGM), with New Line managing production. Warner Bros. Pictures is handling worldwide theatrical distribution, with select international territories as well as all international television distribution being handled by MGM.

www.thehobbit.com

For additional information, please contact:
Candice McDonough, New Line Cinema
(310) 967-6991
candice.mcdonough@newline.com


"BEAUTIFUL CREATURES" IS A PERFECT VALENTINE

Release Date for the Supernatural Love Story Moved to February 14th.

Burbank, CA, January 8, 2013 — Warner Bros. Pictures has moved the release date of Alcon Entertainment's "Beautiful Creatures" back one day to Valentine's Day, in keeping with the film's intriguing blend of magic and romance. The announcement was made today by Dan Fellman, President of Domestic Distribution, Warner Bros. Pictures.

Directed by Richard LaGravenese from his own screenplay, "Beautiful Creatures" is adapted from the hugely successful novel by Kami Garcia and Margaret Stohl. Sales of the book, which was already a runaway bestseller, have been exploding in anticipation of the film's release. Fans of the novel have been eagerly awaiting the screen adaptation, which is also generating interest from those who have not yet even read the book.

"Beautiful Creatures" tells the tale of two star-crossed lovers: Ethan, a young man longing to escape his small town, and Lena, a mysterious new arrival. Together, they uncover dark secrets about their respective families, their history and their town. But as the tie between Ethan and Lena strengthens, they become tangled in a dangerous web of spells and secrets from which there may be no escape.

The film stars Alden Ehrenreich, Alice Englert, Academy Award® winner Jeremy Irons ("Reversal of Fortune"), Oscar® nominee Viola Davis ("The Help," "Doubt"), Emmy Rossum, Thomas Mann, and Academy Award® winner Emma Thompson ("Howard's End," "Sense and Sensibility"). Rounding out the cast are Eileen Atkins, Margo Martindale, Zoey Deutch, Tiffany Boone, Rachel Brosnahan, Kyle Gallner, Pruitt Taylor Vince and Sam Gilroy.

The film was produced by Erwin Stoff ("Water for Elephants"), Academy Award® nominees Andrew A. Kosove and Broderick Johnson ("The Blind Side"), Molly Mickler Smith, and Oscar® nominee David Valdes ("The Green Mile"). Yolanda T. Cochran served as executive producer, with Steven P. Wegner co-producing.

Alcon Entertainment presents a 3 Arts Entertainment/Belle Pictures Production, "Beautiful Creatures," to be distributed by Warner Bros. Pictures, a Warner Bros. Entertainment company. "Beautiful Creatures" has been rated PG-13 for violence, scary images and some sexual material.

beautifulcreaturesmovie.com

For additional information, please contact:
Warner Bros. Pictures
Paulette Osorio
(818) 954-2708
paulette.osorio@warnerbros.com


Los Angeles World Premiere
Monday, January 7, 2013

WHAT: The Los Angeles World Premiere of Warner Bros. Pictures' GANGSTER SQUAD.

WHEN: Monday, January 7th
Crew Arrivals: 5:00pm
Arrivals: 6:00pm
Screening: 7:00pm

WHERE: GRAUMAN'S CHINESE THEATER
6925 Hollywood Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90028

WHO: From the film: Sean Penn, Josh Brolin, Ryan Gosling, Nick Nolte, Emma Stone, Anthony Mackie, Giovanni Ribisi, Michael Peña, Robert Patrick, Mireielle Enos and director Ruben Fleischer. Additional guests to be announced.

Los Angeles, 1949. Ruthless, Brooklyn-born mob king Mickey Cohen (Sean Penn) runs the show in this town, reaping the ill-gotten gains from the drugs, the guns, the prostitutes and—if he has his way—every wire bet placed west of Chicago. And he does it all with the protection of not only his own paid goons, but also the police and the politicians who are under his thumb. It's enough to intimidate even the bravest, street-hardened cop...except, perhaps, for the small, secret crew of LAPD outsiders led by Sgt. John O'Mara (Josh Brolin) and Jerry Wooters (Ryan Gosling), who come together to try to tear Cohen's world apart.

Under the direction of Ruben Fleischer ("Zombieland"), "Gangster Squad" is a stylish retelling of events surrounding the LAPD's efforts to take back their nascent city from one of the most dangerous mafia bosses of all time. The film stars Oscar® nominees Josh Brolin ("Milk," "True Grit") and Ryan Gosling ("Half Nelson," "Drive"), and Academy Award® winner Sean Penn ("Milk," "Mystic River") as real-life mobster Mickey Cohen. The film also stars Oscar® nominee Nick Nolte ("Warrior," "Affliction"), Emma Stone, Anthony Mackie, Giovanni Ribisi, Michael Peña, Robert Patrick and Mireille Enos.

The screenplay is by Will Beall, based on the book Gangster Squad by Paul Lieberman. The film is produced by Dan Lin, Kevin McCormick and Michael Tadross. The executive producers are Ruben Fleischer, Paul Lieberman and Bruce Berman.

For further information, please contact:
Broadcast: Loraine Valverde (818) 954-6292   Print: Allegra Haddigan (818) 954-3781
Photo: Dustin Wissmiller (818) 954-6585   Online: Anne Chun (818) 954-4601
International: Barbara Hannegan (818) 954-6203

– Your coverage of this event is invited –
**Press Credentials will be issued at the event**

GANGSTER SQUAD opens nationwide on January 11, 2013.

Warner Bros. Pictures presents, in association with Village Roadshow Pictures, a Lin Pictures/Kevin McCormick Production, "Gangster Squad." gangstersquadmovie.com

"Gangster Squad" has been rated R by the MPAA for strong violence and language.


THE HOBBIT: AN UNEXPECTED JOURNEY ORIGINAL MOTION PICTURE
SOUNDTRACK
ACHIEVES HIGHEST BILLBOARD CHART DEBUT
IN FRANCHISE SOUNDTRACK HISTORY

2 CD Special Edition Soundtrack Also Available

 

(December 19, 2012 - Los Angeles, CA) - WaterTower Music has announced this morning that the release of The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey Original Motion Picture Soundtrack has achieved unprecedented chart success on this week’s Billboard Charts. Entering at  #30 on the Billboard Top 200 chart, The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey Original Motion Picture Soundtrack is now the highest charting debut of all four of filmmaker Peter Jackson’s cinematic adaptations of the works of J.R.R. Tolkien, including The Lord of the Rings Trilogy and The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey, and is the top-selling motion picture soundtrack in the country this week.  The film, a production of New Line Cinema and Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Pictures (MGM), opened nationwide on Friday, December 14, 2012.

“WaterTower music is honored to release the music of this tremendous franchise” stated WaterTower label head Jason Linn. “Being that The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey Original Motion Picture Soundtrack is the first of the soundtracks of this film series released through WaterTower Music, we’re especially pleased that the album has achieved the highest chart debut in franchise history.”

The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey Original Motion Picture Soundtrack is available both digitally and as a 2 CD set.  A Special Edition of the soundtrack, featuring six exclusive bonus tracks, seven extended score cues, and deluxe liner notes is also available. The soundtrack features original score by Academy Award® winner Howard Shore, recorded at famed Abbey Road studios by the London Philharmonic Orchestra. Additionally, it includes an original song entitled “Song of the Lonely Mountain,” performed by Neil Finn (Crowded House).  The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey is the first of a trilogy of films from Oscar®-winning filmmaker Peter Jackson (The Lord of the Rings Trilogy) based on the timeless novel by J.R.R. Tolkien.

One of today’s most respected, honored, and active composers and music conductors, Howard Shore, who composed, conducted, and orchestrated the music on the soundtrack for The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey, and who also worked with director Peter Jackson on The Lord of the Rings Trilogy, states “I have looked forward to returning to the imaginative world of Middle-earth for quite a while. I’ve read all of the books by Tolkien, including The Hobbit, and his deep love of nature and all things green resonates deeply with me.”

Shore’s music for The Lord of the Rings Trilogy stands among his most towering achievements to date.  He won three Academy Awards® for his music for those films, two for Best Original Score, and one for Best Original Song.  Shore has also won numerous other honors for his film work, including four Grammys and three Golden Globe Awards.

 

The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey Original Motion Picture Soundtrack is available on WaterTower Music in the United States and Decca Records outside the United States.

About The Hobbit Trilogy

From Academy Award®-winning filmmaker Peter Jackson comes The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey, a production of New Line Cinema and Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Pictures (MGM).  It is the first of a trilogy of films adapting the enduringly popular masterpiece The Hobbit, by J.R.R. Tolkien.

The three films tell a continuous story set in Middle-earth 60 years before The Lord of the Rings, which Jackson and his filmmaking team brought to the big screen in the blockbuster trilogy that culminated with the Oscar®-winning The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King.

The screenplay for The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey is by Fran Walsh & Philippa Boyens & Peter Jackson & Guillermo del Toro.  Jackson is also producing the film, together with Carolynne Cunningham, Zane Weiner and Fran Walsh.  The executive producers are Alan Horn, Toby Emmerich, Ken Kamins and Carolyn Blackwood, with Boyens and Eileen Moran serving as co-producers. 

The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey and the second and third films of the trilogy are productions of New Line Cinema and Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Pictures, with New Line managing production.  Warner Bros. Pictures is handling worldwide theatrical distribution, with select international territories as well as all international television distribution being handled by MGM.

The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey in 3D and IMAX 3D was released on December 14, 2012, with the second film, The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug, to be released December 13, 2013, and the third film, The Hobbit: There and Back Again, slated for July 18, 2014.

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www.thehobbit.com

For more information contact: Beth Krakower, CineMedia Promotions @ 310.439.1403, beth@cinemediapromotions.com, or @cinemediapromo on Twitter

 


"THE HOBBIT: AN UNEXPECTED JOURNEY"
REACHES $100 MILLION MILESTONE

Burbank, CA, December 19, 2012 — Following its record-breaking opening weekend, "The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey" has crossed the $100 million mark, domestically, on only its 5th day in release. The announcement was made today by Dan Fellman, President of Domestic Distribution, Warner Bros. Pictures.

To date, "The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey" has earned $100.2 million domestically and $170 million internationally for a worldwide total of over $270 million, and climbing.

In making the announcement, Fellman stated, "We were very gratified by the A CinemaScore rating, which has translated into extremely strong word-of-mouth, making this a must-see film for the whole family. We anticipate that this overwhelmingly positive response from moviegoers will carry the film through the holiday and beyond."

"The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey," a production of New Line Cinema and Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer (MGM) Pictures, is the acclaimed first film in Oscar®-winning filmmaker Peter Jackson's epic "The Hobbit" Trilogy, based on the timeless novel by J.R.R. Tolkien.

From Academy Award®-winning filmmaker Peter Jackson comes "The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey," the first of a trilogy of films adapting the enduringly popular masterpiece The Hobbit, by J.R.R. Tolkien. The three films tell a continuous story set in Middle-earth 60 years before "The Lord of the Rings," which Jackson and his filmmaking team brought to the big screen in the blockbuster trilogy that culminated with the Oscar®-winning "The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King."

The film stars Ian McKellen, Martin Freeman, Richard Armitage, James Nesbitt, Ken Stott, Sylvester McCoy, Barry Humphries, Cate Blanchett, Ian Holm, Christopher Lee, Hugo Weaving, Elijah Wood and Andy Serkis.

The screenplay for "The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey" is by Fran Walsh & Philippa Boyens & Peter Jackson & Guillermo del Toro, based on the novel by J.R.R. Tolkien. Jackson also produced the film, together with Carolynne Cunningham, Zane Weiner and Fran Walsh. The executive producers are Alan Horn, Toby Emmerich, Ken Kamins and Carolyn Blackwood, with Boyens and Eileen Moran serving as co-producers.

New Line Cinema and Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Pictures Present a WingNut Films Production, "The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey." All three films in "The Hobbit" Trilogy, also including "The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug," and the final film, "The Hobbit: There and Back Again," are productions of New Line Cinema and Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Pictures (MGM), with New Line managing production. Warner Bros. Pictures is handling worldwide theatrical distribution, with select international territories as well as all international television distribution being handled by MGM.

www.thehobbit.com

For additional information, please contact:
Candice McDonough, New Line Cinema
(310) 967-6991
candice.mcdonough@newline.com


"THE HOBBIT: AN UNEXPECTED JOURNEY" SMASHES RECORDS
AS IT VENTURES TO THE TO THE TOP OF THE WORLDWIDE BOX OFFICE

First film in Peter Jackson's epic "The Hobbit" Trilogy
takes in an estimated worldwide $223 million in its opening weekend.

Burbank, CA, December 16, 2012 — "The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey" soared to the top of the global box office in a record-breaking opening, dominating the weekend with an estimated $84.775 million domestically and $138.2 million internationally, for a worldwide estimated total of $223 million, including a record-breaking $15.1 million from IMAX theatres worldwide. Domestically, the film broke records for largest December opening in motion picture history, including Christmas/holiday weekends. It is also the largest opening for any film in the canon of "The Lord of the Rings." The joint announcement was made today by Toby Emmerich, President and Chief Operating Officer, New Line Cinema; Gary Barber, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Studios; Jeff Robinov, President, Warner Bros. Pictures Group; Dan Fellman, President of Domestic Distribution, Warner Bros. Pictures; and Veronika Kwan Vandenberg, President of International Distribution, Warner Bros. Pictures.

The CinemaScore coming out of the weekend was an overall A from all audiences, with an A+ from moviegoers under 18. Opening day showings, starting at midnight on December 14, were sold out, some weeks in advance, and thousands of fans waited in line to be among the first to see the movie.

"The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey," a production of New Line Cinema and Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer (MGM) Pictures, is the acclaimed first film in Oscar®-winning filmmaker Peter Jackson's epic "The Hobbit" Trilogy, based on the timeless novel by J.R.R. Tolkien.

Internationally, the film opened in 56 markets, representing approximately 70% of the total projected final screen count, with such major territories as Australia, Russia, China and others still to come.

Shot in 3D 48 frames-per-second, the film was released in High Frame Rate 3D (HFR 3D) in select theaters, other 2D and 3D formats, and IMAX®.

In making the announcement, Emmerich stated, "It has been a long journey for New Line and our partners to make 'The Hobbit' Trilogy a reality. We're so privileged to continue the journey we started with Peter Jackson on 'The Lord of the Rings' Trilogy."

Barber added, "MGM is so proud to help bring 'The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey' to audiences the world over. This film is truly a global event, and touches people in every language."

Robinov remarked, "Along with our partners, we congratulate the extraordinary Peter Jackson and his entire team of actors and filmmakers on a remarkable start to this grand adventure. We could not be more proud of this film or more thrilled that fans, old or new, have embraced it."

Fellman said, "This is such a tremendous start heading into the holiday season. This time of year always presents a very competitive landscape, so we are incredibly pleased that 'The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey' performed so well across every demographic."

Kwan Vandenberg noted, "This incredible journey has inspired passionate fans around the world who could not wait to return to Middle-earth, this time with Bilbo, Gandalf and the Dwarves. These impressive results speak to the universal appeal of this story."

From Academy Award®-winning filmmaker Peter Jackson comes "The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey," the first of a trilogy of films adapting the enduringly popular masterpiece The Hobbit, by J.R.R. Tolkien. The three films tell a continuous story set in Middle-earth 60 years before "The Lord of the Rings," which Jackson and his filmmaking team brought to the big screen in the blockbuster trilogy that culminated with the Oscar®-winning "The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King."

Ian McKellen returns as Gandalf the Grey, the character he played in "The Lord of the Rings" Trilogy, with Martin Freeman in the central role of Bilbo Baggins, and Richard Armitage as Thorin Oakenshield. Also reprising their roles from "The Lord of the Rings" in "The Hobbit" Trilogy are: Cate Blanchett as Galadriel; Ian Holm as Old Bilbo; Christopher Lee as Saruman; Hugo Weaving as Elrond; Elijah Wood as Frodo; and Andy Serkis as Gollum. The international ensemble cast of the Trilogy also includes James Nesbitt, Ken Stott, Sylvester McCoy, Barry Humphries, Aidan Turner, Dean O'Gorman, Graham McTavish, Adam Brown, Peter Hambleton, John Callen, Mark Hadlow, Jed Brophy, William Kircher, Stephen Hunter, Lee Pace, Benedict Cumberbatch, Manu Bennett and Conan Stevens.

The screenplay for "The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey" is by Fran Walsh & Philippa Boyens & Peter Jackson & Guillermo del Toro, based on the novel by J.R.R. Tolkien. Jackson also produced the film, together with Carolynne Cunningham, Zane Weiner and Fran Walsh. The executive producers are Alan Horn, Toby Emmerich, Ken Kamins and Carolyn Blackwood, with Boyens and Eileen Moran serving as co-producers.

The creative behind-the-scenes team returning to Jackson's crew included director of photography Andrew Lesnie, production designer Dan Hennah, conceptual designers Alan Lee and John Howe, editor Jabez Olssen, and makeup and hair designer Peter Swords King. The costumes were designed by Ann Maskrey, Richard Taylor and Bob Buck. Taylor also oversaw the design and production of armour, weapons, creatures and special makeup, which were once again made by the award-winning Weta Workshop. Weta Digital took on the visual effects for the film, led by senior visual effects supervisor Joe Letteri. The visual effects supervisor was Eric Saindon, with David Clayton serving as animation supervisor. The film features the song "Song of the Lonely Mountain," performed by Neil Finn.

New Line Cinema and Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Pictures Present a WingNut Films Production, "The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey." All three films in "The Hobbit" Trilogy, also including "The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug," and the final film, "The Hobbit: There and Back Again," are productions of New Line Cinema and Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Pictures (MGM), with New Line managing production. Warner Bros. Pictures is handling worldwide theatrical distribution, with select international territories as well as all international television distribution being handled by MGM.

www.thehobbit.com

For additional information, please contact:
Candice McDonough, New Line Cinema
(310) 967-6991
candice.mcdonough@newline.com


WARNER BROS. PICTURES' ACCLAIMED HIT "ARGO"
STRIKES BOX OFFICE GOLD, SURPASSING $100 MILLION

Burbank, CA, December 2, 2012 — Ben Affleck's widely acclaimed dramatic thriller "Argo" has crossed the $100 million mark at the domestic box office, it was announced today by Dan Fellman, Warner Bros. Pictures President of Domestic Distribution. One of the best reviewed films of the year, "Argo" has earned an estimated $101 million, domestically, to date.

In making the announcement, Fellman stated, "'Argo' is one of those rare cinematic achievements that has been equally and enthusiastically embraced by both critics and audiences. Its success at the box office, combined with categorical raves from critics everywhere, is a testament to the talents behind the film, beginning with its remarkable director and star, Ben Affleck. We congratulate him and everyone involved in 'Argo' on this milestone."

"Argo" has been applauded by moviegoers and hailed nationwide by critics, a number of whom have called it one of the best films of the year, among many other accolades. At the box office, "Argo" accomplished the extremely rare feat of climbing to number one in its third weekend in release. Overall, it remained solidly in the top ten for seven weeks, including four weeks in the top three.

Word of mouth has been unabated, which will carry the film through the holiday season, while the buzz surrounding "Argo" has continued to build throughout the fall, heading into awards season. In October, the cast won the Hollywood Film Award for Ensemble of the Year.

"Argo" chronicles the life-or-death covert operation to rescue six Americans—spearheaded by the CIA's heroic exfiltration specialist Tony Mendez—which unfolded behind the scenes of the Iran hostage crisis. The drama focuses on the little-known role that the CIA and Hollywood played, information that was not declassified until many years after the event.

On November 4, 1979, as the Iranian revolution reaches its boiling point, militants storm the U.S. Embassy in Tehran, taking 52 Americans hostage. But, in the midst of the chaos, six Americans manage to slip away and find refuge in the home of Canadian Ambassador Ken Taylor. Knowing it is only a matter of time before the six are found out and likely killed, the Canadian and American governments ask the CIA to intervene. The CIA turns to their top "exfil" guy, Tony Mendez, to come up with a plan to get the six Americans safely out of the country. A plan so incredible, it could only happen in the movies.

Academy Award® winner Ben Affleck ("The Town," "Good Will Hunting") directed and stars in "Argo," produced by Oscar® nominee Grant Heslov ("Good Night, and Good Luck."), Affleck, and Oscar® winner George Clooney ("Syriana"). The screenplay is by Chris Terrio, based on a selection from The Master of Disguise by Antonio J. Mendez and the Wired Magazine article "The Great Escape," by Joshuah Bearman. David Klawans, Nina Wolarsky, Chris Brigham, Chay Carter, Graham King and Tim Headington served as executive producers, with Amy Herman co-producing.

"Argo" also stars Bryan Cranston, Oscar® winner Alan Arkin ("Little Miss Sunshine"), and John Goodman. The main cast also includes Victor Garber, Tate Donovan, Clea DuVall, Scoot McNairy, Rory Cochrane, Christopher Denham, Kerry Bishe, Kyle Chandler and Chris Messina.

The behind-the-scenes creative team includes Oscar®-nominated director of photography Rodrigo Prieto ("Brokeback Mountain"), production designer Sharon Seymour ("The Town"); Oscar®-nominated editor William Goldenberg ("Seabiscuit," "The Insider"); and Oscar®-nominated costume designer Jacqueline West ("The Social Network," "The Curious Case of Benjamin Button"). The music is composed by four-time Oscar® nominee Alexandre Desplat ("The King's Speech," "The Queen").

Warner Bros. Pictures presents, in association with GK Films, a Smokehouse Pictures production, "Argo." The film is being distributed worldwide by Warner Bros. Pictures, a Warner Bros. Entertainment Company. "Argo" has been rated R for language and some violent images.

www.argothemovie.com

For additional information, please contact:
Jan Craft
(818) 954-2279
Jan.craft@warnerbros.com


WILL FERRELL, LIAM NEESON, NICK OFFERMAN AND ALISON BRIE
JOIN NEW LEGO® MOVIE CAST IN STARRING VOCAL ROLES

Burbank, CA, November 9, 2012 — Will Ferrell, Liam Neeson, Nick Offerman and Alison Brie are the latest stars to sign on for the new LEGO® feature film adventure, currently in production. The four will join Chris Pratt, Elizabeth Banks, Will Arnett and Morgan Freeman in voicing characters for the upcoming original 3D animated film, set for a February 7, 2014 release, from Warner Bros. Pictures and Village Roadshow Pictures.

The first-ever full length theatrical LEGO movie follows Emmet, an ordinary, rules-following, perfectly average LEGO minifigure who is mistakenly identified as the most extraordinary person and the key to saving the world. He is drafted into a fellowship of strangers on an epic quest to stop an evil tyrant, a journey for which Emmet is hopelessly and hilariously underprepared.

Ferrell ("The Campaign") stars as the voice of Emmet's primary adversary, President Business, an erudite, anal-retentive CEO who has a hard time balancing world domination with micro-managing his own life; while Neeson ("Taken" and "Taken 2," Oscar nominee for "Schindler's List") stars as the voice of the president's powerful henchman, known as Bad Cop, who will stop at nothing to catch Emmet. Offerman (NBC's "Parks and Recreation") takes on the role of a craggy, swaggering pirate obsessed with revenge on President Business and Brie (NBC's "Community") plays a sweet, loveable member of Emmet's team with a powerful secret.

Chris Pratt ("Moneyball") stars as the voice of Emmet. Oscar® winner Morgan Freeman ("Million Dollar Baby") and Elizabeth Banks ("The Hunger Games," Emmy nominee for "30 Rock"), will star as two of Emmet's fellow travelers: Vitruvius, an old mystic; and tough-as-nails Lucy, who mistakes Emmet for the savior of the world and guides him on his quest. Lucy also calls upon the mysterious Batman, a LEGO minifigure voiced by Will Arnett (Emmy nominee, "30 Rock"), with whom she shares a history.

The 3D computer animated adventure will open nationwide on February 7, 2014.

Phil Lord & Christopher Miller ("21 Jump Street," Golden Globe nominee "Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs") are directing from their original screenplay, story by Dan Hageman & Kevin Hageman and Phil Lord & Christopher Miller, based on LEGO construction toys. The film will incorporate some of the most popular LEGO figures while introducing several new characters, inviting fans who have enjoyed the brand's innovative toys and hugely popular video games for generations to experience their visually unique LEGO world as never seen before.

The film will be produced by Dan Lin ("Sherlock Holmes," "Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows") and Roy Lee ("The Departed," "How to Train Your Dragon"). It will be distributed by Warner Bros. Pictures, a Warner Bros. Entertainment Company, and in select territories by Village Roadshow Pictures.

LEGO, its logo, brick & knob configuration and the Minifigure are trademarks of The LEGO Group. ©2012 The LEGO Group. All rights reserved.

For additional information, please contact:
Stephanie Phillips, Warner Bros. Pictures
(818) 954-2351
stephanie.phillips@warnerbros.com


"MAN OF STEEL" TO SOAR INTO THEATERS NEXT SUMMER IN 3D

Burbank, CA, November 7, 2012 — Warner Bros. Pictures and Legendary Pictures announced today that director Zack Snyder's upcoming action adventure "Man of Steel" will be presented in 3D in select theaters, as well as in 2D and IMAX®, so fans of the iconic superhero will be able to experience the much-anticipated movie in their format of choice.

Snyder stated, "The film is going to be a visually exciting experience in all formats: 2D, 3D and IMAX. Anticipating how audiences today embrace 3D, we designed and photographed the movie in a way that would allow 'Man of Steel' to captivate those movie goers, while respecting fans who prefer a more traditional cinematic experience. We've taken great measures to ensure the film and the story come first, and 3D is meant as an enhancement."

The film stars Henry Cavill in the role of Superman/Clark Kent, alongside three-time Oscar® nominee Amy Adams ("The Fighter"), Oscar® nominee Michael Shannon ("Revolutionary Road"), Academy Award® winner Kevin Costner ("Dances with Wolves"), Oscar® nominee Diane Lane ("Unfaithful"), Oscar® nominee Laurence Fishburne ("What's Love Got to Do with It"), Antje Traue, Ayelet Zurer, Christopher Meloni, Harry Lennix, Michael Kelly, Richard Schiff, and Academy Award® winner Russell Crowe ("Gladiator").

"Man of Steel" is produced by Charles Roven, Emma Thomas, Christopher Nolan and Deborah Snyder. The screenplay was written by David S. Goyer, from a story by Goyer & Nolan, based upon Superman characters created by Jerry Siegel & Joe Shuster and published by DC Entertainment. Thomas Tull, Lloyd Phillips and Jon Peters are the film's executive producers.

Warner Bros. Pictures presents, in association with Legendary Pictures, a Syncopy Production, a Zack Snyder Film, "Man of Steel." The film is slated for release on June 14, 2013 and will be distributed worldwide by Warner Bros. Pictures, a Warner Bros. Entertainment Company.

www.manofsteel.com

For additional information, please contact:
Paulette Osorio
(818) 954-2708
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THE JOURNEY BEGINS...

ADVANCE TICKETS FOR "THE HOBBIT: AN UNEXPECTED JOURNEY"
GO ON SALE ON WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 7, AT 12:00PM EASTERN TIME
IN THE U.S. AND CANADA

"The Lord of the Rings" Trilogy Extended Cut Marathon
Coming to U.S. Theaters December 8-9

Burbank, CA, November 5, 2012 — Moviegoers who are eagerly anticipating the December 14 release of the epic fantasy adventure "The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey," will be able to secure their seats over a month in advance when tickets go on sale, online and in theaters across North America, at 12:00pm Eastern Time, on Wednesday, November 7.

The film, a production of New Line Cinema and Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Pictures (MGM), is the first in Peter Jackson's highly anticipated trilogy adapting the enduringly popular masterpiece The Hobbit, by J.R.R. Tolkien. Being released domestically by Warner Bros. Pictures, all three films in "The Hobbit" Trilogy tell a continuous story set in Middle-earth 60 years before "The Lord of the Rings," which Jackson and his filmmaking team brought to the big screen in the blockbuster trilogy that culminated with the Oscar®-winning "The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King."

As part of the celebration, moviegoers will have the opportunity to re-experience Middle-earth in big screen marathons of "The Lord of the Rings" Trilogy in their Extended Cut editions on Saturday, December 8, and Sunday, December 9. Tickets for these all-day events will also go on sale, online and in theaters throughout the U.S., at noon Eastern time on Wednesday, November 7.

"The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey" follows the journey of title character Bilbo Baggins, who joins the Wizard Gandalf and 13 Dwarves, led by the legendary warrior Thorin Oakenshield, on an epic quest to reclaim the lost Dwarf Kingdom of Erebor from the fearsome dragon Smaug.

Ian McKellen returns as Gandalf the Grey, the character he played in "The Lord of the Rings" Trilogy, with Martin Freeman in the central role of Bilbo Baggins, and Richard Armitage as Thorin Oakenshield. Also reprising their roles from "The Lord of the Rings" in "The Hobbit" Trilogy are: Cate Blanchett as Galadriel; Ian Holm as the elder Bilbo; Christopher Lee as Saruman; Hugo Weaving as Elrond; Elijah Wood as Frodo; and Andy Serkis as Gollum. The international ensemble cast of the trilogy also includes (in alphabetical order) Manu Bennett, Jed Brophy, Adam Brown, John Callen, Mark Hadlow, Peter Hambleton, Barry Humphries, Stephen Hunter, William Kircher, Sylvester McCoy, Bret McKenzie, Graham McTavish, James Nesbitt, Dean O'Gorman, Conan Stevens, Ken Stott and Aidan Turner.

The screenplay for "The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey" is by Fran Walsh & Philippa Boyens & Peter Jackson & Guillermo del Toro. Jackson is also producing the film, together with Carolynne Cunningham, Zane Weiner and Fran Walsh. The executive producers are Alan Horn, Toby Emmerich, Ken Kamins and Carolyn Blackwood, with Boyens and Eileen Moran serving as co-producers.

Under Jackson's direction, "The Hobbit" Trilogy has been shot in 3D 48 frames-per-second and will be released in High Frame Rate 3D (HFR 3D), other 3D formats, IMAX and 2D. Production has taken place at Jackson's own facilities in Miramar, Wellington, and on location around New Zealand.

Among the creative behind-the-scenes team returning to Jackson's crew were director of photography Andrew Lesnie, production designer Dan Hennah, conceptual designers Alan Lee and John Howe, composer Howard Shore and make-up and hair designer Peter King. The film is edited by Jabez Olssen. The costumes were designed by Ann Maskrey, Richard Taylor and Bob Buck.

Taylor also oversaw the design and production of weaponry, armor and prosthetics, which were once again being made by the award-winning Weta Workshop. Weta Digital took on the visual effects for the films, led by the film's visual effects supervisor, Joe Letteri. Post production is taking place at Park Road Post Production in Wellington.

"The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey" and the second and third films of the trilogy are productions of New Line Cinema and Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Pictures (MGM), with New Line managing production. Warner Bros. Pictures is handling worldwide theatrical distribution, with select international territories as well as all international television distribution being handled by MGM.

"The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey" will be released in the U.S. on December 14, 2012, with the second film, "The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug," releasing December 13, 2013, and the third film, "The Hobbit: There and Back Again" slated for July 18, 2014.

www.thehobbit.com

For additional information, please contact:
Candice McDonough, New Line Cinema
(310) 967-6991
candice.mcdonough@newline.com

Stephanie Phillips, Warner Bros. Pictures
(818) 954-2351
Stephanie.Phillips@warnerbros.com

Kevin Frank, Warner Bros. Pictures International
(818) 954-7180
Kevin.Frank@warnerbros.com


THE HOBBIT: AN UNEXPECTED JOURNEY ORIGINAL MOTION PICTURE
SOUNDTRACK
2 CD SET DUE DECEMBER 11TH FROM WATERTOWER MUSIC

Featuring Original Music by Academy Award® Winner Howard Shore
With An Original Song Performed by Neil Finn

2 CD Special Edition Soundtrack Also Available

Los Angeles, CA, November 1, 2012 — WaterTower Music has announced the release of The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey Original Motion Picture Soundtrack at all retailers on December 11th. The soundtrack will be available both digitally and as a 2 CD set. A Special Edition of the soundtrack, featuring six exclusive bonus tracks, seven extended score cues, and deluxe liner notes will also be available December 11. The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey features original score by Academy Award® winner Howard Shore recorded at famed Abbey Road studios by the London Philharmonic Orchestra. Additionally, it includes an original song entitled "Song of the Lonely Mountain," written and performed by Neil Finn (Crowded House). The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey, the first of a trilogy of films from Oscar®-winning filmmaker Peter Jackson (The Lord of the Rings Trilogy), will be released in the U.S. on December 14, 2012.

One of today's most respected, honored, and active composers and music conductors, Howard Shore previously worked with director Peter Jackson on The Lord of the Rings Trilogy. Shore's music for The Lord of the Rings Trilogy has been performed in concerts throughout the world. In 2003, Shore conducted the New Zealand Symphony Orchestra and Chorus in the world premiere of The Lord of the Rings Symphony in Wellington, New Zealand. Since then, the work has had more than 140 performances by the world's most prestigious orchestras, and has even been the subject of a book, Music of The Lord of the Rings Films.

"I have looked forward to returning to the imaginative world of Middle-earth for quite a while," says Shore. "I read all of the books by Tolkien, including The Hobbit, when I was in my twenties, and his deep love of nature and all things green resonates deeply with me."

"It's a thrill for us to work with Howard Shore on The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey soundtrack," stated WaterTower Music head, Jason Linn. "His reputation and body of work have long inspired us, and we look forward to another successful partnership as we embark on the next chapter of our journey together."

Shore's music for The Lord of the Rings Trilogy stands as his most towering achievement to date. He won three Academy Awards® for his music for those films, two for Best Original Score, and one for Best Original Song. Shore has also won numerous other honors for his film work, including four Grammys and three Golden Globe Awards.

The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey Original Motion Picture Soundtrack on WaterTower Music in the United States and Decca Records outside the United States. It will be available on December 11, 2012. The track listings for the 2 CD Standard and 2 CD Deluxe versions are as follows:

THE HOBBIT SPECIAL EDITION TRACKLIST

    DISC 1:

  1. My Dear Frodo
  2. Old Friends (Extended Version)
  3. An Unexpected Party (Extended Version)
  4. Blunt the Knives performed by The Dwarf Cast
  5. Axe or Sword?
  6. Misty Mountains performed by Richard Armitage and The Dwarf Cast
  7. The Adventure Begins
  8. The World is Ahead
  9. An Ancient Enemy
  10. Radagast the Brown (Extended Version)
  11. The Trollshaws
  12. Roast Mutton (Extended Version)
  13. A Troll-hoard
  14. The Hill of Sorcery
  15. Warg-scouts

    DISC 2:

  1. The Hidden Valley
  2. Moon Runes (Extended Version)
  3. The Defiler
  4. The White Council (Extended Version)
  5. Over Hill
  6. A Thunder Battle
  7. Under Hill
  8. Riddles in the Dark
  9. Brass Buttons
  10. Out of the Frying-Pan
  11. A Good Omen
  12. Song of the Lonely Mountain (Extended Version) performed by Neil Finn
  13. Dreaming of Bag End
  14. EXCLUSIVE BONUS TRACKS:

  15. A Very Respectable Hobbit
  16. Erebor
  17. The Dwarf Lords
  18. The Edge of the Wild

THE HOBBIT STANDARD EDITION TRACKLIST

    DISC 1:

  1. My Dear Frodo
  2. Old Friends
  3. An Unexpected Party
  4. Axe or Sword?
  5. Misty Mountains performed by Richard Armitage and The Dwarf Cast
  6. The Adventure Begins
  7. The World is Ahead
  8. An Ancient Enemy
  9. Radagast the Brown
  10. Roast Mutton
  11. A Troll-hoard
  12. The Hill of Sorcery
  13. Warg-scouts

    DISC 2:

  1. The Hidden Valley
  2. Moon Runes
  3. The Defiler
  4. The White Council
  5. Over Hill
  6. A Thunder Battle
  7. Under Hill
  8. Riddles in the Dark
  9. Brass Buttons
  10. Out of the Frying-Pan
  11. A Good Omen
  12. Song of the Lonely Mountain performed by Neil Finn
  13. Dreaming of Bag End

About The Hobbit Trilogy

From Academy Award®-winning filmmaker Peter Jackson comes The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey, a production of New Line Cinema and Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Pictures (MGM). It is the first of a trilogy of films adapting the enduringly popular masterpiece The Hobbit, by J.R.R. Tolkien.

The three films tell a continuous story set in Middle-earth 60 years before The Lord of the Rings, which Jackson and his filmmaking team brought to the big screen in the blockbuster trilogy that culminated with the Oscar®-winning The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King.

The screenplay for The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey is by Fran Walsh & Philippa Boyens & Peter Jackson & Guillermo del Toro. Jackson is also producing the film, together with Carolynne Cunningham, Zane Weiner and Fran Walsh. The executive producers are Alan Horn, Toby Emmerich, Ken Kamins and Carolyn Blackwood, with Boyens and Eileen Moran serving as co-producers.

The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey and the second and third films of the trilogy are productions of New Line Cinema and Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Pictures, with New Line managing production. Warner Bros. Pictures is handling worldwide theatrical distribution, with select international territories as well as all international television distribution being handled by MGM.

The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey in 3D and IMAX 3D will be released on December 14, 2012, with the second film, The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug, to be released December 13, 2013, and the third film, The Hobbit: There and Back Again, slated for July 18, 2014.

http://www.thehobbit.com/index.html

For additional information, please contact:
Beth Krakower, CineMedia Promotions
(310) 439-1403
beth@cinemediapromotions.com
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KABAM AND WARNER BROS. INTERACTIVE ENTERTAINMENT PARTNER
TO BRING GAMES INSPIRED BY THE HOBBIT MOTION PICTURE TRILOGY
TO MOBILE DEVICES AND THE WEB

Free-to-Play Games The Hobbit: Armies of the Third Age
and The Hobbit: Kingdoms of Middle-earth to Debut this Fall

SAN FRANCISCO, CA, September 25, 2012 — Kabam, a leader in massively multiplayer games for connected devices, and Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment have partnered to co-publish games for mobile devices and the Web inspired by Peter Jackson's The Hobbit Trilogy, a production of New Line Cinema and Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Pictures (MGM).

Under the deal, Kabam will develop and operate two multiplayer strategy games, The Hobbit: Kingdoms of Middle-earth for mobile devices and The Hobbit: Armies of the Third Age for web browsers, both launching in fall 2012. Starting Sept. 25, players can sign up to take part in the upcoming beta for The Hobbit: Armies of the Third Age at https://www.kabam.com/the-hobbit-armies.

"The Hobbit films are among the most anticipated entertainment launches of all time," said Kevin Chou, CEO, Kabam. "Kabam's unique ability to blend the art of game design and the science of free-to-play distribution makes us a natural fit to partner with Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment to deliver thrilling games via the Web and mobile devices for The Hobbit film fans around the world."

"We are very pleased to work with Kabam in creating immersive free-to-play online games on massive scales across multiple platforms," said Greg Ballard, Senior Vice President, Digital Games, Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment. "Kabam's Armies of the Third Age and Kingdoms of Middle-earth will be an excellent way for The Hobbit film fans around the world to delve more into the iconic story and interact with the characters in the universe."

The Hobbit: Kingdoms of Middle-earth is a game for mobile devices that challenges players to build and manage their own kingdom in Middle-earth, joining with other players to explore and engage in epic war. The Hobbit: Armies of the Third Age is a browser-based game that puts gamers at the helm of an army of Elves, Dwarves or Orcs, controlling heroes including Bilbo Baggins and Gandalf the Grey, in fast-paced strategic combat, with the fate of Middle-earth hanging in the balance. Both games are free to play and will feature iconic locations and characters from The Hobbit Trilogy.

Art and logos from The Hobbit: Kingdoms of Middle-earth and The Hobbit: Armies of the Third Age are available at: https://www.kabam.com/corporate/news/press-kit

About Kabam
Kabam, a leader in massively multiplayer games for connected devices, is transforming the traditional gaming industry. The company's studios focus on combining the best elements of traditional and social gaming to appeal to a growing audience of gamers looking for highly immersive social games on PC, mobile, and tablet platforms. Recent Kabam titles include The Godfather: Five Families™, Dragons of Atlantis™, Edgeworld™, the award-winning Kingdoms of Camelot® and the company's first mobile game Kingdoms of Camelot: Battle for the North™. Kabam games are currently available for play on Google+, Facebook, iOS and an ever growing number of global social networks and online channels, as well as mobile and tablet. Founded in 2006 with headquarters in San Francisco, CA, Kabam has built a team of game industry professionals committed to creating deeply engaging games that delight our players. More information about Kabam can be found at www.kabam.com.

About Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment
Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment, a division of Warner Bros. Home Entertainment Group, is a premier worldwide publisher, developer, licensor and distributor of entertainment content for the interactive space across all current and future platforms, including console, handheld and PC-based gaming for both internal and third party game titles.

About The Hobbit Trilogy
A production of New Line Cinema and Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Pictures (MGM), "The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey" is the first of three films from filmmaker Peter Jackson, the Academy Award-winning director of "The Lord of the Rings" Trilogy. The screenplay for "The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey" is by Fran Walsh & Philippa Boyens & Peter Jackson & Guillermo del Toro. Jackson is also producing the film, together with Carolynne Cunningham, Zane Weiner and Fran Walsh. The executive producers are Alan Horn, Toby Emmerich, Ken Kamins and Carolyn Blackwood, with Boyens and Eileen Moran serving as co-producers.

"The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey" and the second and third films of the trilogy are productions of New Line Cinema and Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Pictures, with New Line managing production. Warner Bros. Pictures is handling worldwide theatrical distribution, with select international territories as well as all international television distribution being handled by MGM.

"The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey" will be released on December 14, 2012, with the second film, "The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug," releasing December 13, 2013, and the third film, "The Hobbit: There and Back Again," slated for July 18, 2014.

THE HOBBIT: KINGDOMS OF MIDDLE-EARTH, THE HOBBIT: ARMIES OF THE THIRD AGE software © 2012 Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc. and Kabam, Inc. Developed by Kabam, Inc. © 2012 New Line Productions, Inc. © The Saul Zaentz Company. MIDDLE-EARTH, THE HOBBIT and the names of the characters, items, events and places therein are trademarks of The Saul Zaentz Company d/b/a Middle-earth Enterprises under license to Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment. All other trademarks and copyrights are the property of their respective owners. All rights reserved.

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For additional information, please contact:
Bryce Baer
Kabam
(650) 867-5208
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Megan Korns Russell
Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment
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WARNER BROS. INTERACTIVE ENTERTAINMENT, TT GAMES
AND THE LEGO GROUP REBUILD MIDDLE-EARTH BRICK BY BRICK WITH

LEGO® THE LORD OF THE RINGS

Join the Fellowship and Experience the The Lord of the Rings Trilogy
As Never Before in the Latest Family-Friendly LEGO® Videogame Adventure

BURBANK, CA, June 1, 2012 — Explore Middle-earth in an epic and thrilling LEGO videogame adventure for the entire family! Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment, TT Games and The LEGO Group today announced LEGO® The Lord of the Rings™, the latest addition to the wildly successful LEGO videogame series that brings to life the legendary fantasy saga by J.R.R. Tolkien. The game will be available for the Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft, PlayStation®3 system, the Wii™ system, the Nintendo DS™ hand-held system, the Nintendo 3DS™ hand-held system, PlayStation®Vita system and PC in fall 2012.

LEGO The Lord of the Rings is based on The Lord of the Rings motion picture trilogy and follows the original storylines of The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring, The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers, and The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King. Now the entire family can team up in pairs as adorable LEGO The Lord the Rings minifigures to experience countless dangers, solve riddles and battle formidable foes on their journey to Mount Doom.

"We are huge aficionados of The Lord of the Rings franchise and are incredibly excited to put our special LEGO family-friendly touch on this classic fantasy adventure," said Tom Stone, Managing Director, TT Games. "We've taken what fans are familiar with and love about The Lord of the Rings films and combined it with the playful LEGO style, which makes the story and gameplay accessible to gamers of all ages."

LEGO The Lord of the Rings takes players along on the adventures of Frodo Baggins and his unlikely fellowship as they set out on a perilous journey to destroy The One Ring and save Middle-earth. Kids, tweens, teens and parents can traverse the Misty Mountains, explore the Mines of Moria, knock on the Black Gate of Mordor, and partake in epic battles with Orcs, Uruk-hai, the Balrog and other fearsome foes while harnessing the humor and imagination of LEGO gameplay to solve puzzles and explore Middle-earth. Players will take on the form of their favorite members of the fellowship – Frodo the Hobbit, Aragorn the Ranger, Gandalf the Wizard, Legolas the Elf, Gimli the Dwarf, Boromir a Man of Gondor, and Frodo's Hobbit friends Sam, Merry and Pippin – as they relive the most momentous events from the films.

Developed by TT Games, the LEGO The Lord of the Rings further expands on the partnership between LEGO and Warner Bros., who recently launched the brand new LEGO® The Lord of the Rings toy collection. The line includes seven construction sets, such as The Battle of Helms Deep!

For more information, please visit: http://thelordoftherings.LEGO.com.

About TT Games
TT Games (www.ttgames.com) is the combined publishing and development group behind the hit games LEGO® Star Wars™, LEGO® Batman: The Videogame, LEGO® Indiana Jones: The Original Adventures and BIONICLE® Heroes. Incorporating renowned UK developer Traveller's Tales, TT Games has a distinctive focus on console, handheld, mobile and PC games of the highest quality, aimed at young gamers and their families.

About the LEGO Group
The LEGO Group (www.LEGO.com) is a privately held, family-owned company, based in Billund, Denmark. It was founded in 1932 and today the group is one of the world's leading manufacturers of play materials for children. The company is committed to the development of children's creative and imaginative abilities through its products, which can be purchased in more than 130 countries. Visit www.LEGO.com. LEGO and the LEGO logo are trademarks of The LEGO Group. © 2012 The LEGO Group.

About Middle-earth Enterprises
The Saul Zaentz Company d/b/a Middle-earth Enterprises , is the holder of worldwide motion picture, legitimate stage, merchandising, and other rights in the literary works of J.R.R. Tolkien including The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit. SZC has been producing and licensing films, stage productions and merchandise based on the Tolkien works for more than 35 years. Its headquarters are located in Berkeley, California and its Middle-earth Enterprises website may be found at www.middleearth.com.

About Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment
Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment, a division of Warner Bros. Home Entertainment Group, is a premier worldwide publisher, developer, licensor and distributor of entertainment content for the interactive space across all current and future platforms, including console, handheld and PC-based gaming for both internal and third party game titles. In January 2012, DC Entertainment, in collaboration with Warner Bros. and Time Warner divisions, launched We Can Be Heroes—a giving campaign featuring the iconic Justice League super heroes—to raise awareness and funds to fight the hunger crisis in the Horn of Africa.

LEGO THE LORD OF THE RINGS software © 2012 TT Games Publishing Ltd. Produced by TT Games under license from the LEGO Group. LEGO, the LEGO logo, the Brick and the Knob configurations and the Minifigure are trademarks of the LEGO Group. © 2012 The LEGO Group. © 2012 New Line Productions, Inc. All The Lord of the Rings content other than content from the New Line films © 2012 The Saul Zaentz Company ("SZC"). The Lord of the Rings and the names of the characters, items, events and places therein are trademarks of The Saul Zaentz Company d/b/a Middle-earth Enterprises under license to Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment. All other trademarks and copyrights are the property of their respective owners. All rights reserved

© 2012 New Line Productions, Inc. All The Lord of the Rings content other than content from the New Line films © 2012 The Saul Zaentz Company ("SZC"). The Lord of the Rings and the names of the characters, items, events and places therein are trademarks of The Saul Zaentz Company d/b/a Middle-earth Enterprises under license to Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment

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"PlayStation" is a registered trademark of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc.

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fortyseven communications
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WARNER BROS. INTERACTIVE ENTERTAINMENT REVEALS

GUARDIANS OF MIDDLE-EARTH

AN AUTHENTIC MULTIPLAYER ONLINE BATTLE ARENA GAME FOR CONSOLE SYSTEMS

Debuting Exclusively on Xbox LIVE Arcade and PlayStation Network in Fall 2012

BURBANK, CA, May 30, 2012 — Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment today announces Guardians of Middle-earth, a new multiplayer online battle arena (MOBA) game developed by Monolith Productions, set to debut in fall 2012 exclusively for Xbox LIVE® Arcade for the Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft and PlayStation®Network. The game will feature tie-ins to the upcoming The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey motion picture, directed by Peter Jackson and a production of New Line Cinema and MGM.

Guardians of Middle-earth brings up to 10 players together in five versus five competitive multiplayer battle arenas in the epic setting of Middle-earth. The game offers more than 20 iconic guardians, including Gandalf, Sauron, Gollum, Thrain and many more, for players to control in player versus player (PVP) matches. Gamers will have the ability to connect with other players via an in-game voice communication system, as well as access to a comprehensive online stat and leader board system where they can track friends' victories and defeats, and more.

"The MOBA genre is wildly popular with PC players and we are excited to bring it to consoles through the lore of Middle-earth," said Samantha Ryan, Senior Vice President, Production and Development at WBIE. "The heroes and villains of Middle-earth are crafted in a way that perfectly intersects with MOBA game features, allowing the development team to create guardians with deep skills and abilities for gamers to master."

Leading up to and beyond the premiere of The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey motion picture, fans can look forward to several new playable guardians releasing in conjunction with the film, to allow gamers to actively participate in Peter Jackson's vision of Middle-earth.

For more information about Guardians of Middle-earth, please visit the website at www.guardiansofmiddleearth.com, on Facebook at www.facebook.com/GuardiansofMiddleearth or on Twitter @GuardiansMe

About Monolith Productions
Monolith Productions, a Warner Bros. Entertainment Company, is located in Kirkland, WA. Over the past 15 years, Monolith has risen to critical acclaim through an emphasis on delivering quality products such as F.E.A.R., The Condemned series, Aliens vs. Predator 2, TRON 2.0, the No One Lives Forever franchise and Gotham City Impostors.

About The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey
"The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey" is directed by Peter Jackson from a screenplay by Fran Walsh, Philippa Boyens, Guillermo del Toro and Jackson. Jackson is also producing the film, together with Fran Walsh and Carolynne Cunningham. The executive producers are Alan Horn, Ken Kamins, Toby Emmerich and Zane Weiner, with Boyens serving as co-producer.

"The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey" is a production of New Line Cinema and MGM, with New Line managing production. Warner Bros Pictures is handling worldwide theatrical distribution, with select international territories, as well as all international television licensing being handled by MGM. "The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey" will be released on December 14, 2012, and the second film, "The Hobbit: There and Back Again," opens on December 13, 2013. Both films will be released in 3D and 2D in select theatres and IMAX. http://www.thehobbit.com

About Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment
Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment, a division of Warner Bros. Home Entertainment Group, is a premier worldwide publisher, developer, licensor and distributor of entertainment content for the interactive space across all current and future platforms, including console, handheld and PC-based gaming for both internal and third party game titles.

GUARDIANS OF MIDDLE-EARTH © 2012 Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc. © 2012 New Line Productions, Inc. © The Saul Zaentz Company. GUARDIANS OF MIDDLE-EARTH, THE HOBBIT, and the names of the characters, items, events and places therein are trademarks of The Saul Zaentz Company d/b/a Middle-earth Enterprises under license to Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment. All other trademarks and copyrights are the property of their respective owners. All rights reserved.

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Xbox, Xbox 360 and Xbox LIVE are either trademarks or registered trademarks of the Microsoft group of companies.

"PlayStation" is a registered trademark of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc.

For additional information, please contact:
Megan Korns Russell
Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment
818/977-0526
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Craig Sinel
fortyseven communications
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CLOUD ATLAS SOUNDTRACK DUE OCTOBER 23rd
FROM WATERTOWER MUSIC

Featuring Original Music by Tom Tykwer, Johnny Klimek, and Reinhold Heil

LOS ANGELES, CA, October 19, 2012 — WaterTower Music will release the Cloud Atlas: Original Motion Picture Soundtrack at all digital retailers on October 23, with a physical CD release to follow on November 6. The original music was composed by Tom Tykwer, Johnny Klimek, and Reinhold Heil. Tykwer also shares screenwriting and directing credits with filmmakers Lana Wachowski and Andy Wachowski, in bringing David Mitchell's best-selling novel to the big screen in the October 26th release Cloud Atlas.

Music is a central part of the Cloud Atlas story, particularly in one sequence of the film's narrative involving a young composer who struggles to complete his life's work, entitled The Cloud Atlas Sextet. This musical theme then recurrs throughout the film and helps to connect multiple threads of action together as a single story moving through time.

"It's an ever-present melody from a simple string line to a riff in a 1970s rock piece, to a jazz sextet playing in the background at the Cavendish party. We needed something beautiful and malleable enough to take us through five centuries," said Tykwer. "There are lots of subjective voices in the story, and we were searching for one voice that could encompass them all, to form a beautiful choir."

Because of this the three composers began working on the music before a single frame of film was shot.

"He prefers this to using temporary music by other composers," Heil explained. "It allows him to use the temp score without worrying about what will take its place. As the film takes shape in post-production, we see what's missing or needs changing and re-record the final."

In the powerful and inspiring epic Cloud Atlas, drama, mystery, action and enduring love thread through a single story that unfolds in multiple timelines over the span of 500 years. Characters meet and reunite from one life to the next. Born and reborn. As the consequences of their actions and choices impact one another through the past, the present and the distant future, one soul is shaped from a killer into a hero, and a single act of kindness ripples across centuries to inspire a revolution.

Everything is connected.

Academy Award® winners Tom Hanks (Philadelphia, Forrest Gump) and Halle Berry (Monster's Ball) lead a stellar international cast that also includes Oscar® winner Jim Broadbent (Iris), Hugo Weaving, Jim Sturgess, Doona Bae, Ben Whishaw, James D'Arcy, Xun Zhou, Keith David and David Gyasi, with Oscar® winner Susan Sarandon (Dead Man Walking) and Hugh Grant. Each member of the ensemble appears in multiple roles as the story moves through time. Cloud Atlas is produced by Grant Hill, Stefan Arndt, Lana Wachowski, Tom Tykwer and Andy Wachowski, with executive producers Philip Lee, Uwe Schott and Wilson Qui.

The Cloud Atlas — Original Motion Picture Soundtrack on WaterTower Music will be available digitally on October 23, and as a physical CD November 6, 2012.

www.cloudatlasmovie.com

ABOUT THE COMPOSERS
Tom Tykwer is one of Germany's most exciting filmmakers and a triple threat (writer, director, composer). In 1999, he made his international breakthrough with the adrenaline-fuelled Run Lola Run, which, as well as directing, he also wrote and co-composed with Klimek and Heil. The film was both a commercial and critical success, going on to become the most successful German film of that year. He followed this with The Princess and the Warrior, and then with his first English-language film, Heaven. In 2006, Tykwer co-wrote and directed Perfume: The Story of a Murderer. His next film was the sleek thriller The International. Most recently he completed the German language film 3 (Drei).

Reinhold Heil was born in a small town in West Germany and trained to become a classical pianist. While studying at the Berlin Music Academy, Heil became Nina Hagen's keyboardist, co-writer, and co-producer and for the next few years honed his craft in what became the legendary Nina Hagen Band. After Hagen left the group, the remaining band members formed Spliff, one of Germany's most successful rock bands of the 1980s.

Born in Australia, Johnny Klimek paid his dues in a series of gritty pub bands before migrating to Berlin to form the '80s pop ensemble "The Other Ones" with his siblings. He segued into the club music scene on his own in the '90s, and, out of the latter emerged his creative marriages to both Heil and Tykwer.

Among Klimek and Heil's credits are Killer Elite, the TV series Awake, One Hour Photo, the acclaimed TV series Deadwood, and the theme song for Without a Trace. Up next for the duo is I, Frankenstein, starring Bill Nighy and Aaron Eckhart, slated for release in February.

For additional information, please contact:
Beth Krakower, CineMedia Promotions
(310) 439-1403
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ARGO SOUNDTRACK COMING OCTOBER 9TH

Preview the Album, Featuring Original Music by Alexandre Desplat,
At the WaterTower Music Website

LOS ANGELES, CA, October 8, 2012 — On October 9, 2012, WaterTower Music will release Argo: Original Motion Picture Soundtrack at all digital retailers. The original music was composed by four-time Academy-Award® nominee Alexandre Desplat.

The film's director Ben Affleck said, "We needed to find a theme that we would use throughout—obviously different instrumentation and tempo, but still the same piece of music." He turned to composer Alexandre Desplat. "Desplat was amazing at crafting an atypical score, incorporating uncommon instruments, many Middle Eastern in origin. It doesn't feel too literal or cliche, but he created a sound that instantly puts you in that place."

Desplat received his most recent Oscar® nod for his score for the Best Picture winner "The King's Speech," for which he also won a BAFTA Award and earned a Golden Globe nomination. He previously garnered Oscar® and BAFTA Award nominations for his score for the animated "Fantastic Mr. Fox"; Oscar®, Golden Globe and BAFTA Award nominations for David Fincher's "The Curious Case of Benjamin Button"; and Oscar® and BAFTA Award nominations for Stephen Frears' "The Queen." In addition, Desplat won a Golden Globe Award for John Curran's "The Painted Veil," and also received Golden Globe nominations for his scores for Stephen Gaghan's "Syriana" and Peter Webber's "Girl with a Pearl Earring."

Desplat more recently created the scores for "The Tree of Life," directed by Terrence Malick; George Clooney's "The Ides of March"; "Carnage," for director Roman Polanski; Stephen Daldry's "Extremely Loud & Incredibly Close"; and the two-film finale of the Harry Potter film franchise, "Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows – Parts 1 and 2."

Oscar® winner Ben Affleck ("The Town," "Good Will Hunting") directs and stars in "Argo," opening nationwide on October 12, 2012. Based on real events, the dramatic thriller "Argo" chronicles the life-or-death covert operation to rescue six Americans, which unfolded behind the scenes of the Iran hostage crisis, focusing on the little-known role that the CIA and Hollywood played—information that was not declassified until many years after the event. On November 4, 1979, as the Iranian revolution reaches its boiling point, militants storm the U.S. Embassy in Tehran, taking 52 Americans hostage. But, in the midst of the chaos, six Americans manage to slip away and find refuge in the home of Canadian Ambassador Ken Taylor. Knowing it is only a matter of time before the six are found out and likely killed, the Canadian and American governments ask the CIA to intervene. The CIA turns to their top "exfiltration" specialist, Tony Mendez, to come up with a plan to get the six Americans safely out of the country. A plan so incredible, it could only happen in the movies.

Warner Bros. Pictures presents, in association with GK Films, a Smokehouse Pictures production, "Argo." The film will be distributed worldwide by Warner Bros. Pictures, a Warner Bros. Entertainment Company. Affleck directed the film from a screenplay by Chris Terrio, based on a selection from The Master of Disguise by Antonio J. Mendez and the Wired Magazine article "The Great Escape," by Joshuah Bearman. The film is produced by Grant Heslov and George Clooney. David Klawans, Nina Wolarsky, Chris Brigham, Chay Carter, Graham King and Tim Headington are the executive producers, with Amy Herman co-producing. "Argo" also stars Bryan Cranston, Alan Arkin and John Goodman.

The Argo - Original Motion Picture Soundtrack on WaterTower Music will be available digitally on October 9, 2012, and can be previewed at www.watertower-music.com.

www.argothemovie.com

For additional information, please contact:
Beth Krakower, CineMedia Promotions
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Los Angeles Premiere
Thursday, October 4, 2012

WHAT: The Los Angeles Premiere of Warner Bros. Pictures' ARGO.

WHEN: Thursday, October 4th
Crew Arrivals: 5:00PM
Arrivals: 6:00PM
Screening: 7:00PM

WHERE: ACADEMY OF MOTION PICTURE ARTS & SCIENCES
8949 Wilshire Blvd.
Beverly Hills, CA 90211

WHO: From the film: Ben Affleck, Bryan Cranston, Alan Arkin, John Goodman, Scoot McNairy, Rory Cochrane, Kerry Bishé, Clea Duvall, Chris Messina, Adrienne Barbeau, Ali Saam, Screenwriter Chris Terrio, Producers George Clooney and Grant Heslov, Author Tony Mendez, and many more. Additional guests to be announced.

Based on real events, the dramatic thriller "Argo" chronicles the life-or-death covert operation to rescue six Americans, which unfolded behind the scenes of the Iran hostage crisis, focusing on the little-known role that the CIA and Hollywood played—information that was not declassified until many years after the event.

Academy Award® winner Ben Affleck ("The Town," "Good Will Hunting") directs and stars in the film, which is produced by Oscar® nominee Grant Heslov ("Good Night, and Good Luck."), Affleck, and Oscar® winner George Clooney ("Syriana").

On November 4, 1979, as the Iranian revolution reaches its boiling point, militants storm the U.S. Embassy in Tehran, taking 52 Americans hostage. But, in the midst of the chaos, six Americans manage to slip away and find refuge in the home of Canadian Ambassador Ken Taylor. Knowing it is only a matter of time before the six are found out and likely killed, the Canadian and American governments ask the CIA to intervene. The CIA turns to their top "exfiltration" specialist, Tony Mendez, to come up with a plan to get the six Americans safely out of the country. A plan so incredible, it could only happen in the movies.

"Argo" also stars Bryan Cranston (TV's "Breaking Bad"), Oscar® winner Alan Arkin ("Little Miss Sunshine"), and John Goodman ("Trouble With the Curve"). The main cast also includes Victor Garber, Tate Donovan, Clea DuVall, Scoot McNairy, Rory Cochrane, Christopher Denham, Kerry Bishé, Kyle Chandler and Chris Messina.

Affleck directed the film from a screenplay by Chris Terrio, based on a selection from The Master of Disguise by Antonio J. Mendez and the Wired Magazine article "The Great Escape," by Joshuah Bearman. David Klawans, Nina Wolarsky, Chris Brigham, Chay Carter, Graham King and Tim Headington are the executive producers, with Amy Herman co-producing.

For further information, please contact:
Broadcast: Loraine Valverde (818) 954-6292   Print: Allegra Haddigan (818) 954-3781
Photo: Dustin Wissmiller (818) 954-6585   Online: Anne Chun (818) 954-4601
International: Maureen O'Malley (818) 954-6778

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**Press Credentials will be issued at the event**

ARGO opens nationwide on October 12, 2012.

Warner Bros. Pictures presents, in association with GK Films, a Smokehouse Pictures production, "Argo."
The film will be distributed worldwide by Warner Bros. Pictures, a Warner Bros. Entertainment Company.

www.argothemovie.com

"THE GREAT GATSBY" TO OPEN IN MAY 2013

Baz Luhrmann's much-anticipated film receives a May 10 date in North America and will roll out internationally beginning the following week.

BURBANK, CA, September 20, 2012 — Warner Bros. Pictures' and Village Roadshow Pictures' "The Great Gatsby" will open early in the Summer 2013 season, hitting theaters on May 10 in the U.S. and Canada, with an international rollout beginning the following week. The announcement was made today by Dan Fellman, President of Domestic Distribution, and Veronika Kwan Vandenberg, President of International Distribution, Warner Bros. Pictures.

Fellman stated, "Audiences have been looking forward to Baz Luhrmann's film adaptation of one of the most beloved books of all time, and we felt this beautifully extravagant and dramatic film would be a perfect way for us to kick off our Summer slate."

Kwan Vandenberg added, "Baz's unique take on 'Gatsby' is glitzy and glamorous, with his juxtaposition of the classic tale and contemporary themes hitting just the right note. This film should really add heat to the competitive Summer season."

From the uniquely imaginative mind of writer/producer/director Baz Luhrmann comes the new big screen adaptation of F. Scott Fitzgerald's novel The Great Gatsby. The filmmaker has created his own distinctive visual interpretation of the classic story, bringing the period to life in a way that has never been seen before, in a film starring Leonardo DiCaprio in the title role.

"The Great Gatsby" follows Fitzgerald-like, would-be writer Nick Carraway as he leaves the Midwest and comes to New York City in the spring of 1922, an era of loosening morals, glittering jazz, bootleg kings, and sky-rocketing stocks. Chasing his own American Dream, Nick lands next door to a mysterious, party-giving millionaire, Jay Gatsby, and across the bay from his cousin, Daisy, and her philandering, blue-blooded husband, Tom Buchanan. It is thus that Nick is drawn into the captivating world of the super rich, their illusions, loves and deceits. As Nick bears witness, within and without of the world he inhabits, he pens a tale of impossible love, incorruptible dreams and high-octane tragedy, and holds a mirror to our own modern times and struggles.

Academy Award® nominee DiCaprio ("J. Edgar," "Aviator") plays Jay Gatsby, with Tobey Maguire starring as Nick Carraway; Oscar® nominee Carey Mulligan ("An Education") and Joel Edgerton as Daisy and Tom Buchanan; Isla Fisher and Jason Clarke as Myrtle and George Wilson; and newcomer Elizabeth Debicki as Jordan Baker. Indian film legend Amitabh Bachchan will play the role of Meyer Wolfsheim.

Oscar® nominee Luhrmann ("Moulin Rouge!") directs the film in 3D from a screenplay co-written with frequent collaborator Craig Pearce, based on Fitzgerald's book. Luhrmann produces, along with Catherine Martin, Academy Award® winner Douglas Wick ("Gladiator"), Lucy Fisher and Catherine Knapman. The executive producers are Academy Award® winner Barrie M. Osborne ("Lord of the Rings - Return of the King") and Bruce Berman.

Two-time Academy Award®-winning production and costume designer Catherine Martin ("Moulin Rouge!") designs as well as produces. The editors are Matt Villa, Jason Ballantine and Jonathan Redmond, and the director of photography is Simon Duggan. The music is by Craig Armstrong.

Warner Bros. Pictures presents, in association with Village Roadshow Pictures, in association with A&E Television, a Bazmark/Red Wagon Entertainment Production, a Film by Baz Luhrmann, "The Great Gatsby." In theaters May 10, 2013, the film will be distributed in 3D and 2D by Warner Bros. Pictures, a Warner Bros. Entertainment Company, and in select territories by Village Roadshow Pictures.

For additional information, please contact:
Domestic Contact:
Jan Craft
(818) 954-2279
jan.craft@warnerbros.com

International Contact:
Kevin Frank
(818) 954-7180
kevin.frank@warnerbros.com


WARNER BROS. PICTURES, NEW LINE CINEMA AND METRO-GOLDWYN-MAYER PICTURES TO CELEBRATE TOLKIEN WEEK WITH WORLDWIDE TRAILER DEBUT FOR "THE HOBBIT: AN UNEXPECTED JOURNEY"

Trailer Debut Leads Up to 75th Anniversary of Publication of The Hobbit and Worldwide Hobbit Day, Marking the Birthdays of Bilbo and Frodo Baggins

BURBANK, CA, September 17, 2012 — Warner Bros. Pictures, New Line Cinema and Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer (MGM) are joining the worldwide celebration of Tolkien Week with the debut of the highly anticipated theatrical trailer for "The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey" on September 19, 2012. The first in a trilogy of films adapting the enduringly popular masterpiece The Hobbit, by J.R.R. Tolkien, "The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey" is directed by Oscar® winner Peter Jackson, who previously brought to the screen the blockbuster "The Lord of the Rings" Trilogy. The week-long Tolkien Week celebration encompasses the 75th anniversary of the publication of The Hobbit novel and the worldwide celebration of Hobbit Day.

The American Tolkien Society first proclaimed Hobbit Day and Tolkien Week in 1978, though Hobbit Day celebrations existed prior to its official recognition. Tolkien fans the world over celebrate by having parties and feasts emulating Hobbit celebrations as described in the books.

The new trailer is set to debut on broadcast and online media on September 19, 2012, then roll out in theaters around the world throughout the day. The first satellite feed will be coordinated worldwide at 14:00 Greenwich Time; the second satellite feed at 17:00 Greenwich Time. Satellite coordinates are TBA.

The celebration will continue on Friday, September 21, with activities related to the 75th anniversary of the book's publication, which occurred on that same day in 1937.

On Saturday, September 22, fans around the world will recognize Hobbit Day—marking the birthdays of Bilbo and Frodo Baggins, the Hobbits who are the unlikely heroes of The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings, respectively—with Hobbit Day parties and celebrations. Bilbo and Frodo were both said to be born on the same day of different years, Bilbo in the year 2890 and Frodo in the year of 2968 in the Third Age (1290 and 1368, respectively, in Shire-reckoning, the Hobbits' own calendar).

Throughout early September, the Facebook page for The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey will roll out a series of features and ideas to create a fun, communal experience leading up to Tolkien Week, including "How to Throw a Hobbit Party" instructions, a "Fan of the Week" contest, and a special app on which fans will be able to share and collect recipes inspired by Middle-earth.

From Academy Award®-winning filmmaker Peter Jackson comes "The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey," the first of a trilogy of films adapting the enduringly popular masterpiece The Hobbit, by J.R.R. Tolkien.

The three films tell a continuous story set in Middle-earth 60 years before "The Lord of the Rings," which Jackson and his filmmaking team brought to the big screen in the blockbuster trilogy that culminated with the Oscar®-winning "The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King."

The screenplay for "The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey" is by Fran Walsh & Philippa Boyens & Peter Jackson & Guillermo del Toro. Jackson is also producing the film, together with Carolynne Cunningham, Zane Weiner and Fran Walsh. The executive producers are Alan Horn, Toby Emmerich, Ken Kamins and Carolyn Blackwood, with Boyens and Eileen Moran serving as co-producers.

Under Jackson's direction, "The Hobbit" Trilogy has been shot in 3D 48 frames-per-second and will be released in High Frame Rate (HFR) 3D, other 3D formats, IMAX and 2D. Under Jackson's direction, "The Hobbit" Trilogy has been shot consecutively in digital 3D using the latest camera and stereo technology. Production has taken place at Jackson's own facilities in Miramar, Wellington, and on location around New Zealand.

"The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey" and the second and third films of the trilogy—"The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug" and "The Hobbit: There and Back Again"—are productions of New Line Cinema and Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Pictures, with New Line managing production. Warner Bros. Pictures is handling worldwide theatrical distribution, with select international territories as well as all international television licensing being handled by MGM.

"The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey" will be released worldwide beginning December 14, 2012, with "The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug," the second film, releasing beginning December 13, 2013, and "The Hobbit: There and Back Again," the third film, slated for release on July 18, 2014. www.thehobbit.com

About New Line Cinema
New Line Cinema continues to be one of the most successful independent film companies. For more than 40 years, its mission has been to produce innovative, popular, profitable entertainment in the best creative environment. A pioneer in franchise filmmaking, New Line produced the Oscar®-winning "The Lord of the Rings" trilogy, which is a landmark in the history of film franchises. New Line Cinema is a division of Warner Bros.

About Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Studios Inc.
Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Studios Inc. ("MGM") is a leading entertainment company focused on the production and distribution of films and television content globally. The company owns one of the world's deepest libraries of premium film and television programming. In addition, MGM has ownership interests in domestic and international television channels, including MGM-branded channels in the United States, Canada, United Kingdom and Germany. For more information, visit www.mgm.com.

For additional information, please contact:
Stephanie Phillips
(818) 954-2351
stephanie.phillips@warnerbros.com

Candice McDonough
(310) 967-6991
candice.mcdonough@newline.com

For questions regarding the satellite feeds, please contact:
Black Diamond Media
(310) 287-3800


THE ICONIC MOVIE MONSTER GODZILLA
STOMPS INTO THEATERS ON MAY 16, 2014

BURBANK, CA, September 13, 2012 — Warner Bros. Pictures and Legendary Pictures have slated their take on the classic Godzilla franchise to kick off the Summer moviegoing season on May 16, 2014. The joint announcement was made today by Dan Fellman, President of Domestic Distribution, and Veronika Kwan Vandenberg, President of International Distribution, Warner Bros. Pictures, and by Legendary Pictures.

Toho Co., Ltd.'s Godzilla franchise contains one of the most widely recognized movie monsters worldwide, including more than 25 films, multiple television programs, video games and book series. Legendary, which has been developing the project, and its partner Warner Bros. will return the character to its epic roots with a gritty, realistic actioner. The project will fall under Legendary's overall agreement with Warner Bros.

The film is directed by Gareth Edwards, who earned worldwide acclaim for his feature directorial debut, "Monsters." Edwards directs from a screenplay by David Callaham ("The Expendables" films), David S. Goyer (the "Dark Knight" trilogy) and Max Borenstein (upcoming "The Seventh Son"). Legendary's Thomas Tull and Jon Jashni will produce, along with Roy Lee, Dan Lin and Brian Rogers. Alex Garcia and Patricia Whitcher will serve as executive producers alongside Doug Davison, Yoshimitsu Banno and Kenji Okuhira.

A presentation of Warner Bros. Pictures and Legendary Pictures, the film will be distributed worldwide by Warner Bros. Pictures, a Warner Bros. Entertainment Company, except in Japan, where it will be distributed by Toho Co., Ltd. The tent pole film is expected to be presented in 3D.

For additional information, please contact:
Warner Bros. Pictures Publicity:
Dennis Higgins
(818) 954-6649
dennis.higgins@warnerbros.com

Legendary Pictures:
Paul Pflug
(323) 658-1555
paul@pcommgroup.com

Melissa Zukerman
(323) 658-1555
melissa@pcommgroup.com


CAMERAS ROLL ON "THE HANGOVER PART III"

Director Todd Phillips takes stars Bradley Cooper, Ed Helms
and Zach Galifianakis on one last wild ride.

BURBANK, CA, September 10, 2012 — Principal photography is underway on Warner Bros. Pictures' and Legendary Pictures' "The Hangover Part III," the third and final film in director Todd Phillips' record-shattering comedy franchise.

This time, there's no wedding. No bachelor party. What could go wrong, right? But when the Wolfpack hits the road, all bets are off.

"The Hangover Part III" reunites Bradley Cooper, Ed Helms, Zach Galifianakis and Justin Bartha as Phil, Stu, Alan and Doug. Returning to the ensemble are Ken Jeong, Heather Graham, Jeffrey Tambor and, as the guys' long-suffering wives, Gillian Vigman, Sasha Barrese and Jamie Chung. John Goodman joins the cast as well.

Phillips directs from a screenplay he wrote with Craig Mazin, who also collaborated with him on the screenplay for "The Hangover Part II." Phillips is producing the film under his Green Hat Films banner, together with Dan Goldberg. Thomas Tull, Scott Budnick, Chris Bender and J.C. Spink are the executive producers.

Also back for another round are Phillips' behind-the-scenes creative team from the first two films: director of photography Lawrence Sher, editor Debra Neil-Fisher and costume designer Louise Mingenbach. They are joined by production designer Maher Ahmad (upcoming "Gangster Squad") and editor Jeff Groth ("Project X").

A presentation of Warner Bros. Pictures, in association with Legendary Pictures, "The Hangover Part III" is scheduled for release on May 24, 2013, and will be distributed worldwide by Warner Bros. Pictures, a Warner Bros. Entertainment Company.

For additional information, please contact:
Stephanie Phillips
(818) 954-2351
stephanie.phillips@warnerbros.com


FINAL FILM IN PETER JACKSON'S "THE HOBBIT" TRILOGY SLATED FOR
WORLDWIDE RELEASE ON JULY 18, 2014

SECOND FILM TO BE TITLED "THE HOBBIT: THE DESOLATION OF SMAUG"
AND THIRD FILM TITLED "THE HOBBIT: THERE AND BACK AGAIN"

BURBANK, CA, August 31, 2012 — Warner Bros Pictures and Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Pictures jointly announced today that the final film in Peter Jackson's trilogy adaptation of the enduringly popular masterpiece The Hobbit, by J.R.R. Tolkien, now titled "The Hobbit: There and Back Again," will be released worldwide on July 18, 2014. All three films in the trilogy are productions of New Line Cinema and Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Pictures.

The Studios also announced the title of the second installment in the franchise, "The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug," which will be released on December 13, 2013. The first film in the trilogy, "The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey," opens this holiday season, on December 14, 2012. Shot in 3D 48 frames-per-second, the trilogy of films will be released in High Frame Rate (HFR) 3D, other 3D formats, IMAX and 2D.

Dan Fellman, President of Domestic Distribution, Warner Bros. Pictures, stated, "We wanted to have a shorter gap between the second and third films of 'The Hobbit' Trilogy. Opening in July affords us not only the perfect summer tentpole, but fans will have less time to wait for the finale of this epic adventure."

Veronika Kwan Vandenberg, President of International Distribution, Warner Bros. Pictures, added, "'The Hobbit: There and Back Again' will be an action spectacle and an emotional conclusion for this already much-anticipated trilogy. Opening in the summer will maximize playability for what promises to be an event film for fans the world over."

From Academy Award®-winning director Peter Jackson, the trilogy of films is set in Middle-earth 60 years before "The Lord of the Rings," which Jackson and his filmmaking team brought to the big screen in the blockbuster trilogy that culminated with the Oscar®-winning "The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King."

The screenplay for "The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey," the first film in the trilogy, is by Fran Walsh & Philippa Boyens & Peter Jackson & Guillermo del Toro. Jackson is also producing the films, together with Carolynne Cunningham, Zane Weiner and Fran Walsh. The executive producers are Alan Horn, Toby Emmerich, Ken Kamins and Carolyn Blackwood, with Boyens and Eileen Moran serving as co-producers.

Under Jackson's direction, all three movies are being shot in digital 3D using the latest camera and stereo technology. Additional filming, as with principal photography, is taking place at Stone Street Studios, Wellington, and on location around New Zealand.

"The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey" and the two remaining films in the trilogy are productions of New Line Cinema and Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Pictures, with New Line managing production. Warner Bros. Pictures is handling worldwide theatrical distribution, with select international territories as well as all international television licensing, being handled by MGM.

About New Line Cinema
New Line Cinema continues to be one of the most successful independent film companies. For more than 40 years, its mission has been to produce innovative, popular, profitable entertainment in the best creative environment. A pioneer in franchise filmmaking, New Line produced the Oscar®-winning "The Lord of the Rings" trilogy, which is a landmark in the history of film franchises. New Line Cinema is a division of Warner Bros.

About Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Studios Inc.
Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Studios Inc. ("MGM") is a leading entertainment company focused on the production and distribution of films and television content globally. The company owns one of the world's deepest libraries of premium film and television programming. In addition, MGM has ownership interests in domestic and international television channels, including MGM-branded channels in the United States, Canada, United Kingdom and Germany. For more information, visit www.mgm.com.

For additional information, please contact:
Stephanie Phillips
(818) 954-2351
stephanie.phillips@warnerbros.com

New Line Cinema
Candice McDonough
(310) 967-6991
candice.mcdonough@newline.com


FILMING UNDERWAY ON NEW LINE CINEMA'S "WE'RE THE MILLERS"

Jennifer Aniston and Jason Sudeikis star under the direction of
Rawson Marshall Thurber

BURBANK, CA, August 31, 2012 — Principal photography is underway on New Line Cinema's action comedy "We're The Millers," starring Jennifer Aniston ("Horrible Bosses") and Jason Sudeikis ("The Campaign"). The film is directed by Rawson Marshall Thurber ("Dodgeball: A True Underdog Story").

David Burke (Sudeikis) is a small-time pot dealer whose clientele includes chefs and soccer moms, but no kids—after all, he has his scruples. So what could go wrong? Plenty. Preferring to keep a low profile for obvious reasons, he learns the hard way that no good deed goes unpunished when he tries to help out some local teens and winds up getting jumped by a trio of gutter punks. Stealing his stash and his cash, they leave him in major debt to his supplier, Brad (Ed Helms).

In order to wipe the slate clean—and maintain a clean bill of health—David must now become a big-time drug smuggler by bringing Brad's latest shipment in from Mexico. Twisting the arms of his neighbors, cynical stripper Rose (Aniston) and wannabe customer Kenny (Will Poulter), and the tatted-and-pierced streetwise teen Casey (Emma Roberts), he devises a foolproof plan. One fake wife, two pretend kids and a huge, shiny RV later, the "Millers" are headed south of the border for a Fourth of July weekend that is sure to end with a bang.

Thurber directs "We're The Millers" from a screenplay by Steve Faber & Bob Fisher ("Wedding Crashers") and Sean Anders & John Morris ("Hot Tub Time Machine"). The film also stars Emma Roberts ("The Art of Getting By"), Nick Offerman ("21 Jump Street"), Kathryn Hahn ("The Dictator"), Will Poulter ("The Chronicles of Narnia: The Voyage of the Dawn Treader") and Ed Helms (the "Hangover" films).

Vincent Newman, Tucker Tooley, Happy Walters and Chris Bender are the producers, with David Heyman, J.C. Spink and Marcus Viscidi serving as executive producers.

Thurber's behind-the-scenes creative team includes director of photography Barry Peterson ("21 Jump Street"); production designer Clayton Hartley ("The Other Guys"); editor Mike Sale ("The Hangover Part II"); and costume designer Shay Cunliffe ("The Bourne Legacy").

Shot on location in North Carolina and New Mexico, New Line Cinema's "We're The Millers" will be distributed worldwide by Warner Bros. Pictures, a Warner Bros. Entertainment Company.

For additional information, please contact:
Warner Bros. Pictures Publicity
Jan Craft
(818) 954-2279
jan.craft@warnerbros.com

New Line Cinema
Candice McDonough
(310) 967-6991
candice.mcdonough@newline.com


WILL ARNETT, ELIZABETH BANKS, CHRIS PRATT AND MORGAN FREEMAN
JOIN VOICE CAST OF NEW LEGO® MOVIE,
NOW IN PRODUCTION

BURBANK, CA, August 28, 2012 — Will Arnett, Elizabeth Banks, Chris Pratt and Morgan Freeman will lend their vocal talents to the LEGO® world, starring as characters in the upcoming original 3D animated LEGO feature, currently in production, from Warner Bros. Pictures and Village Roadshow Pictures.

The film, the first-ever full length theatrical LEGO movie, follows Emmet, an ordinary, rules-following, perfectly average LEGO minifigure who is mistakenly identified as the most extraordinary person and the key to saving the world. He is drafted into a fellowship of strangers on an epic quest to stop an evil tyrant, a journey for which Emmet is hopelessly and hilariously underprepared.

Chris Pratt ("Moneyball") stars as Emmet. Oscar® winner Morgan Freeman ("Million Dollar Baby") and Elizabeth Banks ("The Hunger Games," Emmy nominee for "30 Rock"), will star as two of Emmet's fellow travelers: Vitruvius, an old mystic; and tough-as-nails Lucy, who mistakes Emmet for the savior of the world and guides him on his quest. She also calls upon the mysterious Batman, a LEGO® minifigure voiced by Will Arnett (Emmy nominee, "30 Rock"), with whom she shares a history.

The 3D computer animated adventure will open nationwide on February 28, 2014.

Phil Lord & Christopher Miller ("21 Jump Street," Golden Globe nominee "Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs") are directing from their original screenplay, story by Dan Hageman & Kevin Hageman and Phil Lord & Christopher Miller, based on LEGO construction toys. The film will incorporate some of the most popular LEGO figures while introducing several new characters, inviting fans who have enjoyed the brand's innovative toys and hugely popular video games for generations to experience their visually unique LEGO world as never seen before.

The film will be produced by Dan Lin ("Sherlock Holmes," "Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows") and Roy Lee ("The Departed," "How to Train Your Dragon"). It will be distributed by Warner Bros. Pictures, a Warner Bros. Entertainment Company, and in select territories by Village Roadshow Pictures.

LEGO, its logo, brick & knob configuration and the Minifigure are trademarks of The LEGO Group. ©2012 The LEGO Group. All rights reserved.

For additional information, please contact:
Stephanie Phillips, Warner Bros. Pictures
(818) 954-2351
stephanie.phillips@warnerbros.com


CAMERAS ROLL ON "HIDDEN"

ALEXANDER SKARSGÂRD AND ANDREA RISEBOROUGH STAR IN THRILLER

BURBANK, CA, August 15, 2012 — Principal photography is underway in Vancouver on Warner Bros. Pictures' "Hidden," starring Alexander Skarsgârd (TV's "True Blood") and Andrea Riseborough ("Shadow Dancer").

Ray (Skarsgârd), Claire (Riseborough) and their seven-year-old daughter, Zoe, are an average American family in Kingsville, North Carolina—except they have existed in a bomb shelter since escaping a day of devastation that changed everything.

For 301 days, they have transformed their cement prison into a home, holding on to memories of the past and hope for a normal life someday. And for 301 days, the family has eluded what looms above the surface—the heavy breathing and booming footsteps that punctuate the night, threatening their fragile existence.

All the while, the family has managed to stay hidden. Until now. Now their safe haven has been breached...and something is coming for them.

Brothers Matt and Ross Duffer, who wrote the original script, make their feature film directorial debut on "Hidden." The film also stars Emily Alyn Lind ("J. Edgar") as daughter Zoe.

Roy Lee ("The Departed"), Oscar® nominee Mason Novick ("Juno") and Lawrence Grey ("Hope Springs") are producing. The executive producers are John Middleton, Sebastian Aloi, Jim Rowe and Katterli Frauenfelder. Michelle Knudsen is serving as co-producer.

The behind-the-scenes team includes director of photography Tom Townend ("Attack the Block"), Academy Award®-nominated production designer Jim Bissell ("Good Night, and Good Luck"), editor Jeffrey Werner ("The Kids Are All Right"), and Oscar®-winning costume designer Colleen Atwood ("Alice in Wonderland," "Chicago," "Memoirs of a Geisha"). The music is by Jeff Grace ("Meek's Cutoff").

"Hidden" will be distributed by Warner Bros. Pictures, a Warner Bros. Entertainment Company.

For additional information, please contact:
Paulette Osorio
(818) 954-2708
paulette.osorio@warnerbros.com


"THE GREAT GATSBY" MOVING TO SUMMER 2013

Baz Luhrmann's 3D Adaptation to Get New Play Date in Sought-After Summer Frame

BURBANK, CA, August 6, 2012 — Warner Bros. Pictures and Village Roadshow Pictures have moved the release date of "The Great Gatsby" to Summer 2013. The announcement was made today by Dan Fellman, President of Domestic Distribution, and Veronika Kwan Vandenberg, President of International Distribution, Warner Bros. Pictures.

In making the announcement, Fellman stated, "Based on what we've seen, Baz Luhrmann's incredible work is all we anticipated and so much more. It truly brings Fitzgerald's American classic to life in a completely immersive, visually stunning and exciting way. We think moviegoers of all ages are going to embrace it, and it makes sense to ensure this unique film reaches the largest audience possible."

Kwan Vandenberg confirmed, "Baz is known for being innovative, but with this film he has done something completely unexpected—making it in 3D—while capturing the emotion, the intimacy, the power and the spectacle of the time. The responses we've had to some of the early sneak peeks have been phenomenal, and we think 'The Great Gatsby' will be the perfect summer movie around the world."

From the uniquely imaginative mind of writer/producer/director Baz Luhrmann comes the new big screen adaptation of F. Scott Fitzgerald's novel The Great Gatsby. The filmmaker has created his own distinctive visual interpretation of the classic story, bringing the period to life in a way that has never been seen before, in a film starring Leonardo DiCaprio in the title role.

"The Great Gatsby" follows Fitzgerald-like, would-be writer Nick Carraway as he leaves the Midwest and comes to New York City in the spring of 1922, an era of loosening morals, glittering jazz, bootleg kings, and sky-rocketing stocks. Chasing his own American Dream, Nick lands next door to a mysterious, party-giving millionaire, Jay Gatsby, and across the bay from his cousin, Daisy, and her philandering, blue-blooded husband, Tom Buchanan. It is thus that Nick is drawn into the captivating world of the super rich, their illusions, loves and deceits. As Nick bears witness, within and without of the world he inhabits, he pens a tale of impossible love, incorruptible dreams and high-octane tragedy, and holds a mirror to our own modern times and struggles.

Academy Award® nominee DiCaprio ("J. Edgar," "Aviator") plays Jay Gatsby, with Tobey Maguire starring as Nick Carraway; Oscar® nominee Carey Mulligan ("An Education") and Joel Edgerton as Daisy and Tom Buchanan; Isla Fisher and Jason Clarke as Myrtle and George Wilson; and newcomer Elizabeth Debicki as Jordan Baker. Indian film legend Amitabh Bachchan will play the role of Meyer Wolfsheim.

Oscar® nominee Luhrmann ("Moulin Rouge!") directs the film in 3D from a screenplay co-written with frequent collaborator Craig Pearce, based on Fitzgerald's book. Luhrmann produces, along with Catherine Martin, Academy Award® winner Douglas Wick ("Gladiator"), Lucy Fisher and Catherine Knapman. The executive producers are Academy Award® winner Barrie M. Osborne ("Lord of the Rings – Return of the King") and Bruce Berman.

Two-time Academy Award®-winning production and costume designer Catherine Martin ("Moulin Rouge!") designs as well as produces. The editors are Matt Villa, Jason Ballantine and Jonathan Redmond, and the director of photography is Simon Duggan. The music is by Craig Armstrong.

Warner Bros. Pictures presents, in association with Village Roadshow Pictures, in association with A&E Television, a Bazmark/Red Wagon Entertainment Production, a Film by Baz Luhrmann, "The Great Gatsby." Opening Summer 2013, the film will be distributed in IMAX® 3D, 3D and 2D by Warner Bros. Pictures, a Warner Bros. Entertainment Company, and in select territories by Village Roadshow Pictures.

For additional information, please contact:
Domestic Contact: Allegra Haddigan
818-954-3781
allegra.haddigan@warnerbros.com

Domestic Online: Anne Chun
818-954-4601
anne.chun@warnerbros.com

International Contact: Kevin Frank
818-954-7180
kevin.frank@warnerbros.com


PETER JACKSON'S LONG-AWAITED FILMED
ADAPTATION OF THE HOBBIT TO BE A TRILOGY

New Line Cinema, Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Studios, and Warner Bros. Pictures
Announce Third Film in
The Hobbit Trilogy

BURBANK, CA, July 30, 2012 — Peter Jackson will make a third film in his upcoming adaptation of J.R.R. Tolkien's enduringly popular masterpiece The Hobbit, it was jointly announced today by Toby Emmerich, President and Chief Operating Officer, New Line Cinema, Gary Barber and Roger Birnbaum, Co-Chairman and Chief Executive Officers, Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Studios, and Jeff Robinov, President, Warner Bros. Pictures Group.

Jackson, the Academy Award®-winning filmmaker behind the blockbuster "The Lord of the Rings" Trilogy, recently wrapped principal photography on what he originally planned to be a two-film adaptation of The Hobbit, which is set in Middle-earth 60 years before The Lord of the Rings.

Jackson stated, "Upon recently viewing a cut of the first film, and a chunk of the second, Fran Walsh, Philippa Boyens and I were very pleased with the way the story was coming together. We recognized that the richness of the story of The Hobbit, as well as some of the related material in the appendices of The Lord of the Rings, gave rise to a simple question: do we tell more of the tale? And the answer from our perspective as filmmakers and fans was an unreserved 'yes.' We know the strength of our cast and of the characters they have brought to life. We know creatively how compelling and engaging the story can be and—lastly, and most importantly—we know how much of the tale of Bilbo Baggins, the Dwarves of Erebor, the rise of the Necromancer, and the Battle of Dol Guldur would remain untold if we did not fully realize this complex and wonderful adventure. I'm delighted that New Line, MGM and Warner Bros. are equally enthusiastic about bringing fans this expansive tale across three films."

Emmerich stated, "We completely support Peter and his vision for bringing this grand adventure to the screen over the course of three films. Peter, Fran and Philippa's reverence for the material and understanding of these characters ensure an exciting and expanded journey that is bound to please fans around the world."

"With the abundance of rich material, we fully endorse the decision to further develop what Peter, Fran and Philippa have already begun. We are confident that, with the great care the filmmakers have taken to faithfully bring this journey to the screen, the film will be welcomed by the legions of fans across the globe," said Barber and Birnbaum.

Robinov added, "Peter, Fran and Philippa have lived in this world and understand more than anyone its tremendous breadth and scope, and the relationships that bind it together. We strongly support their vision to bring this great work fully to life."

The first film in the trilogy, "The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey," will be released December 14, 2012, with the second film releasing on December 13, 2013, and the third film slated for summer 2014. All three films will be released in 3D and 2D in select theatres and IMAX.

From Academy Award®-winning filmmaker Peter Jackson comes three films based on The Hobbit by J.R.R. Tolkien. The trilogy of films are set in Middle-earth 60 years before "The Lord of the Rings," which Jackson and his filmmaking team brought to the big screen in the blockbuster trilogy that culminated with the Oscar®-winning "The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King."

Ian McKellen returns as Gandalf the Grey, the character he played in "The Lord of the Rings" Trilogy, with Martin Freeman in the central role of Bilbo Baggins, and Richard Armitage as Thorin Oakenshield. Returning cast members from "The Lord of the Rings" Trilogy also include Cate Blanchett, Orlando Bloom, Ian Holm, Christopher Lee, Hugo Weaving, Elijah Wood, and Andy Serkis as "Gollum." The international ensemble cast also includes (in alphabetical order) John Bell, Jed Brophy, Adam Brown, John Callen, Billy Connolly, Luke Evans, Stephen Fry, Ryan Gage, Mark Hadlow, Peter Hambleton, Barry Humphries, Stephen Hunter, William Kircher, Evangeline Lilly, Sylvester McCoy, Bret McKenzie, Graham McTavish, Mike Mizrahi, James Nesbitt, Dean O'Gorman, Lee Pace, Mikael Persbrandt, Conan Stevens, Ken Stott, Jeffrey Thomas, and Aidan Turner.

The screenplay for "The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey" is by Fran Walsh & Philippa Boyens & Peter Jackson & Guillermo del Toro. Jackson is also producing the film, together with Carolynne Cunningham, Zane Weiner and Fran Walsh. The executive producers are Alan Horn, Toby Emmerich, Ken Kamins and Carolyn Blackwood, with Boyens and Eileen Moran serving as co-producers.

Under Jackson's direction, all three movies are being shot in digital 3D using the latest camera and stereo technology. Additional filming, as with principal photography, is taking place at Stone Street Studios, Wellington, and on location around New Zealand.

"The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey" and its successive installments are productions of New Line Cinema and MGM, with New Line managing production. Warner Bros. Pictures is handling worldwide theatrical distribution, with select international territories as well as all international television licensing, being handled by MGM.

About New Line Cinema
New Line Cinema continues to be one of the most successful independent film companies. For more than 40 years, its mission has been to produce innovative, popular, profitable entertainment in the best creative environment. A pioneer in franchise filmmaking, New Line produced the Oscar®-winning "The Lord of the Rings" trilogy, which is a landmark in the history of film franchises. New Line Cinema is a division of Warner Bros.

About Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Studios Inc.
Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Studios Inc. is actively engaged in the worldwide production and distribution of motion pictures, television programming, home video, interactive media, music, and licensed merchandise. The company owns one of the world's largest library of modern films, comprising approximately 4,000 titles. Operating units include Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Studios Inc., Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Pictures Inc., United Artists Films Inc., MGM Television Entertainment Inc., MGM Networks Inc., MGM Distribution Co., MGM International Television Distribution Inc., Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Home Entertainment LLC, and MGM Music. In addition, MGM has ownership interests in domestic and international TV channels reaching over 130 countries. For more information, visit www.mgm.com.

For additional information, please contact:
Stephanie Phillips
(818) 954-2351
stephanie.phillips@warnerbros.com

Candice McDonough
(310) 967-6991
candice.mcdonough@newline.com


WILL FERRELL AND ZACH GALIFIANAKIS KICK OFF
11-CITY WHISTLE-STOP TOUR FOR UPCOMING
JAY ROACH COMEDY "THE CAMPAIGN"

The comedy icons hit the road to meet fans and talk about their roles as
rival candidates who will stop at nothing to win an election.

BURBANK, CA, July 17, 2012 — Will Ferrell and Zach Galifianakis hit the campaign trail today at The Grove in Los Angeles, joking with fans and fielding questions at a press conference that focused on their roles as out-of-control political rivals in the irreverent new comedy "The Campaign." The event launches an 11-city whistle-stop tour of public appearances that will travel the two across North America from now until Tuesday, July 31.

On the first leg of their tour, Ferrell and Galifianakis will next touch down in St. Louis, later today. On Wednesday, July 18, they appear in Dallas/Ft. Worth and Chicago; on Thursday, July 19, they will campaign in Chicago and Seattle; and on Friday, July 20, in San Francisco. The second leg will then take them to Boston and Toronto on Monday, July 30; and on Tuesday, July 31, appropriately enough, they will wrap with visits to Philadelphia and Washington, D.C.

Among the trip's highlights, Ferrell and Galifianakis will coach opposing teams in a ferocious tug-of-war contest at the Naval Air Station Joint Reserve Base in Ft. Worth, Texas, which will later host an advance screening of the film. At Chicago's famed Wrigley Field, the two will throw out dueling first pitches at the Chicago Cubs/Florida Marlins game and, in Toronto, they will visit Canada's beloved Hockey Hall of Fame, where their arrival will coincide with the arrival of the also-touring Stanley Cup. In Philadelphia, they will don tricorn hats and attempt to recreate the signing of the Declaration of Independence and finally, in D.C., pose for photos at the U.S. Capitol. Other events will be announced locally.

"The Campaign" opens in theaters nationwide on Friday, August 10.

About the film:
Will Ferrell and Zach Galifianakis star as rival North Carolina congressional candidates out to bury each other in this mud-slinging, back-stabbing, home-wrecking comedy from "Meet the Fockers" director Jay Roach, that takes today's political circus to the next level. Because even when you think campaign ethics have hit rock bottom, there's always room to dig a whole lot deeper.

"The Campaign" also stars Jason Sudeikis, Dylan McDermott and Katherine LaNasa, with John Lithgow, Dan Aykroyd and Brian Cox. Directed by Jay Roach and written by Chris Henchy & Shawn Harwell, from a story by Adam McKay & Chris Henchy & Shawn Harwell, the film was produced by Will Ferrell, Adam McKay, Jay Roach and Zach Galifianakis. Amy Sayres, Jon Poll and Chris Henchy served as executive producers.

"The Campaign" will be distributed by Warner Bros. Pictures, a Warner Bros. Entertainment Company. www.thecampaignmovie.com





For additional information, please contact:
Stephanie Phillips
(818) 954-2351
stephanie.phillips@warnerbros.com


WARNER BROS. PICTURES SHOWCASES
FILMS, FILMMAKERS AND STARS AT COMIC-CON

"The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey," "Man of Steel" and
"Pacific Rim" are among the titles highlighted.

BURBANK, CA, July 11, 2012 — Warner Bros. Pictures will once again have a major presence at this year's Comic-Con International in San Diego, including appearances by fan-favorite stars and filmmakers from some of the Studio's most anticipated films. Comic-Con attendees will also be treated to never-before-seen footage, including some that will be shown nowhere else. Talent from the films will also be on hand to answer questions, sign autographs, and more.

On Saturday, July 14th, in Hall H, beginning at 2:30 p.m., Warner Bros. Pictures will showcase a number of the releases upcoming from the Studio and its partners at Legendary Pictures, New Line Cinema and Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer. The special star-studded presentation also holds some surprises for the 6,500-plus fans in the convention's largest presentation space.

The program highlights include a film that has already generated huge buzz: "The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey," directed by Peter Jackson, the Oscar®-winning filmmaker of the blockbuster "Lord of the Rings" trilogy. Jackson, who just wrapped production in New Zealand, is embarking on his own journey halfway around the world to greet fans, who are already counting down to the December 14th opening of "The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey."

Joining Jackson on the stage will be Oscar®-winning screenwriter Philippa Boyens, along with several of the film's stars, including Martin Freeman, who portrays the title character, Bilbo Baggins; Richard Armitage, who plays the fierce leader of the Dwarves, Thorin Oakenshield; the legendary Sir Ian McKellen, who returns as Gandalf; and fan favorite Andy Serkis, the extraordinary talent who is truly behind the character of Gollum. Attendees will also be invited to ask questions about the making of this epic adventure.

The presentation also includes the DC Comics superhero who, inarguably, started it all. Superman will be back on the big screen next summer in the much-anticipated action adventure "Man of Steel." Filmmaker Zack Snyder, the director behind "300" and "Watchmen," will be at Comic-Con and will take questions from the audience about the making of "Man of Steel," which opens on June 14, 2013.

Guillermo del Toro, the acclaimed writer/director of such films as "Pan's Labyrinth" and the "Hellboy" films, will also be on hand with a preview of his science fiction action adventure, "Pacific Rim," opening on July 12, 2013. The film's stars Charlie Hunnam, Rinko Kikuchi, Charlie Day and Ron Perlman will join the director on stage for the presentation, which includes never-before-seen footage cut together exclusively for Comic-Con. Fans will also have an opportunity to engage in a Q & A with del Toro and his cast.

On the main convention floor, the Studio has created a must-see, 3,600-plus square-foot booth that demands repeated visits to capture it all. Located at Space #4545, the Warner Bros. booth is the place to be for autograph signings, photo ops and more, with stars and creators from some of the Studio's upcoming feature films, as well as hit TV shows, interactive titles, award-winning animated properties and new Blu-ray™ & DVD releases.

The booth will showcase static displays of the "Man of Steel" Superman costume, and Batman's amazing two-wheeled Bat-Pod, which was introduced in the 2008 record-breaking blockbuster "The Dark Knight" and is featured again in this Summer's most anticipated film, "The Dark Knight Rises."

The multi-leveled Warner Bros. booth also features a dedicated area for "The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey," featuring column and wall mountings of lenticular imagery from the film, as well as a scroll depicting the story. Images from that film, as well as other upcoming Warner Bros. projects, including "The Dark Knight Rises," will be displayed on virtually every surface of the booth, drawing the eye from floor to ceiling.

While the Warner Bros. booth will have something to see at every minute of every day of the convention, on Saturday, July 14th, it will be the place to be to meet and greet some of the stars and filmmakers from several of the Studio's upcoming features. Some of the autograph signing opportunities include "The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey" stars Martin Freeman, Richard Armitage and Andy Serkis, from 11:15 a.m. to 12 noon; from "Pacific Rim," stars Charlie Hunnam, Rinko Kikuchi, Charlie Day and Ron Perlman, and director Guillermo del Toro, from 3:55 to 4:55 p.m.; and "Man of Steel" director Zack Snyder from 5:00 to 5:30 p.m. (Please note that times are approximate. Check your schedule and other announcements for updates.)

About "The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey" – Opening on December 14, 2012:
From Academy Award®-winning filmmaker Peter Jackson comes The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey, a production of New Line Cinema and Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer (MGM). The film follows title character Bilbo Baggins, who is swept into an epic quest to reclaim the lost Dwarf Kingdom of Erebor, which was long ago conquered by the dragon Smaug. Approached out of the blue by the wizard Gandalf the Grey, Bilbo finds himself joining a company of thirteen dwarves led by the legendary warrior Thorin Oakenshield. Their journey will take them into the Wild; through treacherous lands swarming with Goblins and Orcs, deadly Wargs and Giant Spiders, Shapeshifters and Sorcerers. Although their goal lies to the East and the wastelands of the Lonely Mountain, first they must escape the goblin tunnels, where Bilbo meets the creature that will change his life forever...Gollum. Here, alone with Gollum, on the shores of an underground lake, the unassuming Bilbo Baggins not only discovers depths of guile and courage that surprise even him, he also gains possession of Gollum's "precious" ring that holds unexpected and useful qualities... A simple, gold ring that is tied to the fate of all Middle-earth in ways Bilbo cannot begin to know. The screenplay for "The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey" is by Fran Walsh & Philippa Boyens & Peter Jackson & Guillermo del Toro, based on The Hobbit, by J.R.R. Tolkien. Jackson is also producing the film, together with Carolynne Cunningham, Zane Weiner and Fran Walsh. The executive producers are Alan Horn, Toby Emmerich, Ken Kamins and Carolyn Blackwood.

About "Man of Steel" – Opening on June 14, 2013:
Next summer, "Man of Steel" is coming to the big screen, presented by Warner Bros. Pictures, in association with Legendary Pictures. Directed by Zack Snyder, the film is produced by Charles Roven, Christopher Nolan, Emma Thomas and Deborah Snyder, with Thomas Tull, Lloyd Phillips and Jon Peters serving as executive producers. The screenplay was written by David S. Goyer from a story by Goyer & Nolan, based upon Superman characters created by Jerry Siegel & Joe Shuster and published by DC Comics. "Man of Steel" stars Henry Cavill, Amy Adams, Michael Shannon, Kevin Costner, Diane Lane, Laurence Fishburne, Antje Traue, Ayelet Zurer, Christopher Meloni and Russell Crowe.

About "Pacific Rim" – Opening on July 12, 2013:
From acclaimed filmmaker Guillermo del Toro comes Warner Bros. Pictures' and Legendary Pictures' sci-fi action adventure "Pacific Rim." When legions of monstrous creatures, known as Kaiju, started rising from the sea, a war began that would take millions of lives and consume humanity's resources for years on end. To combat the giant Kaiju, a special type of weapon was devised: massive robots, called Jaegers, which are controlled simultaneously by two pilots whose minds are locked in a neural bridge. But even the Jaegers are proving nearly defenseless in the face of the relentless Kaiju. On the verge of defeat, the forces defending mankind have no choice but to turn to two unlikely heroes—a washed up former pilot and an untested trainee who are teamed to drive a legendary but seemingly obsolete Jaeger from the past. Together, they stand as mankind's last hope against the mounting apocalypse. "Pacific Rim" stars Charlie Hunnam, Rinko Kikuchi, Idris Elba, Ron Perlman, and Charlie Day. "Pacific Rim" was written by Travis Beacham. Thomas Tull, Jon Jashni and Mary Parent are producing, with Callum Greene serving as executive producer.

For additional information, please contact:
Broadcast:
Kim Lerner
(818) 954-6718
kimberly.lerner@warnerbros.com

Print:
Samantha Shuman
(818) 954-6052
samantha.shuman@warnerbros.com

Online:
Orna Pickens
(818) 954-6290
orna.pickens@warnerbros.com

International Print:
Tara Smyth
(818) 954-6580
tara.smyth@warnerbros.com

International Online:
Carrie Williams
(818) 954-7483
carrie.williams@warnerbros.com


THE DARK KNIGHT RISES SOUNDTRACK DUE JULY 17

Composer Hans Zimmer Teams With Christopher Nolan For The
Conclusion Of The Dark Knight Trilogy

Album Available For Pre-Order On Amazon And iTunes

LOS ANGELES, CA, July 10, 2012 — On July 17, 2012, WaterTower Music will release The Dark Knight Rises : Original Motion Picture Soundtrack at all physical and digital retailers. Academy- Award® winning composer Hans Zimmer teams for the fourth time with writer/director Christopher Nolan to create the music for the final installment of his Dark Knight Trilogy. The CD version of the soundtrack will contain an exclusive link to unlock three bonus tracks, while a deluxe version of the soundtrack, with three additional tracks, will be available digitally. A limited edition vinyl configuration is set for release on September 4. Following the success of his experiential app for Inception, which boasted 5 million downloads, Zimmer is preparing to unveil a new iPhone app for The Dark Knight Rises that will provide fans with a more immersive musical and sonic experience into the world of Gotham City. Details for the new Hans Zimmer app will be announced soon.

"I thought after we finished the last one [The Dark Knight], that was it," said Zimmer. "There was nothing else we could possibly do. At the same time, when I started reading this script, I instantly knew that there was a whole world out there that I hadn't even touched yet."

"I have never worked with someone so dedicated to the idea that the real risk is in playing it safe," said Nolan. "Hans taught me that you sometimes have to go in what appears to be the wrong direction to discover all the possibilities, and that without exploring those possibilities you can never do anything truly exceptional. He sets creative goals for every film that are higher than you ever thought practical...or even reachable."

Zimmer added, "We're comrades in arms, the way we try to cheer each other on and try to really do the best work we possibly can. And part of that is you have to be prepared to not hold back. You have to put everything into the movie."

Hans Zimmer has scored over 100 films, grossing more than 19.6 billion dollars at the box office worldwide. He has been honored with the Academy Award®, 2 Golden Globes, 3 Grammys, an American Music Award, and a Tony Award. In 2003, ASCAP gave him the prestigious Henry Mancini award for Lifetime Achievement for his impressive and influential body of work. He also received his Star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in December 2010. Some of his most recent works include Madagascar 3: Europe's Most Wanted, Guy Ritchie's Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows, and Rob Marshall's Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides.

Warner Bros. Pictures' and Legendary Pictures' The Dark Knight Rises is the epic conclusion to filmmaker Christopher Nolan's Dark Knight trilogy.

The film stars Christian Bale, Michael Caine, Gary Oldman, Anne Hathaway, Tom Hardy, Marion Cotillard, Joseph Gordon-Levitt, and Morgan Freeman. Christopher Nolan directed the film from a screenplay by Jonathan Nolan and Christopher Nolan, story by Christopher Nolan & David S. Goyer. Emma Thomas, Christopher Nolan and Charles Roven produced the film, with Benjamin Melniker, Michael E. Uslan, Kevin De La Noy and Thomas Tull serving as executive producers, and Jordan Goldberg co-producing. "The Dark Knight Rises" is based upon Batman characters created by Bob Kane and published by DC Comics.

Warner Bros. Pictures presents, in association with Legendary Pictures, a Syncopy Production, a Film by Christopher Nolan. Opening in theatres and IMAX on July 20, 2012, the film will be distributed worldwide by Warner Bros. Pictures, a Warner Bros. Entertainment Company. The Dark Knight Rises has been rated PG-13 for intense sequences of violence and action, some sensuality and language.

The Dark Knight Rises — Original Motion Picture Soundtrack and The Dark Knight Rises – Original Motion Picture Soundtrack Deluxe Version on WaterTower Music will be available digitally and in stores on July 17, 2012.

www.thedarkknightrises.com

For more information please contact:
Beth Krakower, CineMedia Promotions
(212) 533-6864
beth@cinemediapromotions.com
@cinemediapromo on Twitter


WARNER BROS. PICTURES SETS OCTOBER 26, 2012
FOR DOMESTIC RELEASE OF "CLOUD ATLAS"

STUDIO ALSO ACQUIRES DISTRIBUTION RIGHTS FOR
MAJOR INTERNATIONAL MARKETS

Oscar® winners Tom Hanks and Halle Berry Lead an International All-Star Cast

BURBANK, CA, June 19, 2012 — Warner Bros. Pictures has officially slated the epic "Cloud Atlas," from acclaimed filmmakers Lana Wachowski, Tom Tykwer, and Andy Wachowski, for domestic release on October 26, 2012. In addition, the Studio has acquired rights for the film in the major markets of the UK, France, Spain, Australia, and Japan, with plans to release it in those territories in early 2013. The joint announcement was made today by Dan Fellman, President of Domestic Distribution, and Veronika Kwan Vandenberg, President of International Distribution, Warner Bros. Pictures.

Fellman stated, "Audiences who have seen an early screening of 'Cloud Atlas' have been elated by its powerful and inspiring story, as well as its breathtaking visuals. An October release in North America is the perfect window to showcase this epic film."

Kwan Vandenberg said, "We are proud to be distributing this remarkable motion picture in a number of key markets. We look forward to working with these visionary filmmakers and the other international distribution partners to bring 'Cloud Atlas' to moviegoers around the world."

Academy Award® winners Tom Hanks ("Philadelphia," "Forrest Gump") and Halle Berry ("Monster's Ball") lead a stellar international cast that includes Oscar® winner Jim Broadbent ("Iris"), Hugo Weaving, Jim Sturgess, Doona Bae, Ben Whishaw, James D'Arcy, Zhou Xun and Keith David, with Oscar® winner Susan Sarandon ("Dead Man Walking") and Hugh Grant. Each member of the ensemble appears in multiple roles as the stories move through time.

"Cloud Atlas" explores how the actions and consequences of individual lives impact one another throughout the past, the present and the future. Action, mystery and romance weave dramatically through the story as one soul is shaped from a killer into a hero and a single act of kindness ripples across centuries to inspire a revolution in the distant future.

The film is written for the screen and directed by Lana Wachowski & Tom Tykwer & Andy Wachowski. The Wachowskis previously teamed as writers/directors of the groundbreaking "Matrix" trilogy, which earned more than $1.6 billion, combined, at the worldwide box office. Tom Tykwer won an Independent Spirit Award and earned a BAFTA Award nomination as the director/writer of "Run Lola Run," and more recently directed the award-winning thriller "Perfume: The Story of a Murderer."

Based on the celebrated best-selling novel by David Mitchell, "Cloud Atlas" is produced by two-time Oscar® nominee Grant Hill ("The Thin Red Line," "The Tree of Life"), three-time BAFTA Award nominee Stefan Arndt ("The White Ribbon," "Goodbye Lenin!," "Run Lola Run"), Lana Wachowski, Tom Tykwer, and Andy Wachowski. Philip Lee, Uwe Schott and Wilson Qiu serve as executive producers, with Peter Lam, Tony Teo and Alexander van Duelmen co-producing, and Gigi Oeri as associate producer.

"Cloud Atlas" will be released in Germany, Austria and German-speaking Switzerland by X-Filme-Verleih; in China by Dreams of the Dragon Pictures; in Hong Kong by Media Asia Group; in Singapore and Malaysia by Ascension Pictures; in Korea by Bloomage Company; in Taiwan by Long Shong Group; in Russia and Eastern Europe by A Company; and in other territories through Focus Features International.

cloudatlasmovie.com

For more information please contact:
Stephanie Phillips, Warner Bros. Pictures Publicity
(818) 954-2351
stephanie.phillips@warnerbros.com

Credits are not final.


ROCK OF AGES: ORIGINAL MOTION PICTURE SOUNDTRACK
DEBUTS AT #1 ON THE BILLBOARD SOUNDTRACK CHART

Features Hits of Iconic Rockers Def Leppard, Foreigner, Journey, Poison and Others

Performed By Rock of Ages Cast Members Russell Brand, Paul Giamatti,
Catherine Zeta-Jones, Mary J. Blige, Alec Baldwin, Tom Cruise, and More

LOS ANGELES, CA, JUNE 13, 2012 — The ROCK OF AGES: ORIGINAL MOTION PICTURE SOUNDTRACK, released June 5th by WaterTower Music, debuted today at #1 on multiple Billboard charts - locking in the #1 Soundtrack, #1 Indie and #1 Hard Music chart positions according to SoundScan. Additionally, the soundtrack took the #15 spot on Billboard's Top 200 chart.

"We're thrilled with these #1 chart positions before Rock of Ages has even hit theatres," said WaterTower Music head Jason Linn. "And with the film's opening this Friday, we expect interest in our record to remain high for some time."

This hit album features 20 rousing anthems that defined a generation—reinvigorated for the film by a stellar cast including Julianne Hough, Diego Boneta, Russell Brand, Paul Giamatti, Catherine Zeta-Jones, Malin Akerman, Mary J. Blige, Alec Baldwin and Tom Cruise. The soundtrack for the film, which the Los Angeles Times calls "a love letter to spandex-clad guitar gods," has earned rave reviews in advance of the film's theatrical debut, June 15th.

Directed by Adam Shankman (Hairspray), New Line Cinema's Rock of Ages is the film adaptation of the smash hit, five-time Tony®-nominated Broadway musical which tells the story of small town girl Sherrie and city boy Drew, who meet on the Sunset Strip while pursuing their Hollywood dreams. Executive Music Producer Adam Anders (Glee) and Music Supervisor Matt Sullivan help tell the rock 'n' roll romance through cast versions of the heart-pounding hits of Def Leppard, Poison, Journey, Twisted Sister, Bon Jovi, Joan Jett, Foreigner, Night Ranger, REO Speedwagon, Pat Benatar, Whitesnake, and more.

As the larger-than-life, arena-rocking champ "Stacee Jaxx," the Rock of Ages Soundtrack features Tom Cruise belting out Bon Jovi's classic "Wanted Dead or Alive," Def Leppard's hit "Pour Some Sugar On Me," and Guns 'N Roses anthem "Paradise City." Cruise also duets with Malin Akerman on Foreigner's power ballad, "I Want To Know What Love Is," and shares the mic with Julianne Hough on The Scorpions' "Rock You Like A Hurricane."

The album also features an extraordinary medley of Night Ranger's "Sister Christian," David Lee Roth's "Just Like Paradise," and Poison's "Nothin' But A Good Time," which features Julianne Hough, Diego Boneta, Russell Brand and Alec Baldwin.

Also echoing through the soundtrack are mash-ups of songs that ruled the airwaves in the '80s, including Foreigner's "Juke Box Hero" / Joan Jett's "I Love Rock N Roll"; Extreme's "More Than Words" / Warrant's "Heaven"; Pat Benatar's "Shadows Of The Night" / Quarterflash's "Harden My Heart"; and Starship's "We Built This City" woven into Twisted Sister's "We're Not Gonna Take It," all performed by the film's cast.

The full track list for the album is as follows:

  1. "Paradise City"
  2. "Sister Christian" / "Just Like Paradise" /
    "Nothin' But A Good Time"
  3. "Juke Box Hero" / "I Love Rock 'n' Roll"
  4. "Hit Me With Your Best Shot"
  5. "Waiting For A Girl Like You"
  6. "More Than Words" / "Heaven"
  7. "Wanted Dead Or Alive"
  8. "I Want To Know What Love Is"
  9. "I Wanna Rock"
  10. "Pour Some Sugar On Me"
  11. "Harden My Heart"
  12. "Shadows of the Night" / "Harden My Heart"
  13. "Here I Go Again"

  14. "Can't Fight This Feeling"
  15. "Any Way You Want It"
  16. "Undercover Love"
  17. "Every Rose Has Its Thorn"
  18. "Rock You Like A Hurricane"
  19. "We Built This City" / "We're Not Gonna Take It"
  20. "Don't Stop Believin'"

  • Tom Cruise
  • Julianne Hough, Diego Boneta, Russell Brand, Alec Baldwin

  • Diego Boneta, Alec Baldwin, Russell Brand, Julianne Hough
  • Catherine Zeta-Jones
  • Diego Boneta, Julianne Hough
  • Julianne Hough, Diego Boneta
  • Tom Cruise, Julianne Hough
  • Tom Cruise, Malin Akerman
  • Diego Boneta
  • Tom Cruise
  • Julianne Hough, Mary J. Blige
  • Mary J. Blige, Julianne Hough
  • Diego Boneta, Paul Giamatti, Julianne Hough, Mary J. Blige,
    Tom Cruise
  • Russell Brand, Alec Baldwin
  • Mary J. Blige, Constantine Maroulis, Julianne Hough
  • Diego Boneta
  • Julianne Hough, Diego Boneta, Tom Cruise, Mary J. Blige
  • Julianne Hough, Tom Cruise
  • Russell Brand / Catherine Zeta-Jones
  • Julianne Hough, Diego Boneta, Tom Cruise, Alec Baldwin,
    Russell Brand, Mary J. Blige

To learn more about the film and soundtrack visit www.rockofagesmovie.com

For more information contact:
Allison Elbl
aelbl@id-pr.com
(323) 822-4851


CINEMARK PRESENTS SUMMER CLASSIC FILMS SERIES

Fully Restored, Hollywood Classics Return to the Big Screen at Select Cinemark Theatres
During the Months of June and July

PLANO, TX, May 23, 2012 — Cinemark Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: CNK), the world's highest attended motion picture exhibitor, is pleased to announce that the "Summer Classics Series," featuring eight legendary Hollywood movies, will take place in over 100 Cinemark theatres across the country. All of these digitally restored movies, from the Warner Bros. film catalogue, will be scheduled to play each Wednesday, during the months of June and July, at two separate show times, 2 pm and 7pm.

"Cinemark's Classic Film Series presents a great opportunity for movie-lovers to revisit some of the greatest Hollywood films of all time," states James Meredith, VP of Marketing & Communications for Cinemark. "Our customers can experience all of these celebrated movies as they were meant to be seen, on the big screen, with crystal clear digital projection and incredible surround sound."

Cinemark has worked with Warner Bros. to select eight titles that were visionary films at their time of release, and still stand as true "classics" in every sense of the word. The list of films and dates of their presentation are:

  • June 6
  • June 13
  • June 20
  • June 27
  • July 4
  • July 11
  • July 18
  • July 25
  • The Exorcist (1973)
  • Citizen Kane (1941)
  • Cool Hand Luke (1967)
  • The Searchers (1956)
  • That's Entertainment (1974)
  • A Clockwork Orange (1971)
  • North By Northwest (1959)
  • Cabaret (1972)
  • Rated R
  • Rated PG
  • Rated PG
  • Rated PG
  • Rated G
  • Rated R
  • Not Rated
  • Rated PG

Cinemark takes pride in creating the best entertainment experience in the industry. In order to make movie-going as easy and enjoyable as possible, Cinemark focuses on offering more choices to their customers. For example, "Print at Home" ticketing, available at www.cinemark.com, makes it easy for patrons to purchase tickets in advance from the comfort of their home or office. Customers can bypass lines at the box office and go directly to a kiosk in the theatre lobby. Also, guests can download and purchase tickets through Cinemark's mobile applications that are available for iPhone and Android phones. Finally, to stay connected, customers can sign up online to receive free, weekly showtime e-mailers that contain online coupons for discounts at the concession stand and other weekly special offers.

A full list of participating Cinemark locations, advance ticket purchases and show time information can be found at www.cinemark.com.

About Cinemark Holdings, Inc.
Cinemark is a leading domestic and international motion picture exhibitor, operating 459 theatres with 5,181 screens in 39 U.S. states, Brazil, Mexico, Argentina and 10 other Latin American countries as of March 31, 2012. For more information go to investors.cinemark.com.

For more information contact:
James Meredith – VP of Marketing and Communications
(972) 665-1060


Worldwide Satellite Trailer Debut

From the uniquely imaginative mind of writer/producer/director Baz Luhrmann comes the new big screen adaptation of F. Scott Fitzgerald's novel The Great Gatsby. The filmmaker will create his own distinctive visual interpretation of the classic story, bringing the period to life in a way that has never been seen before, in a film starring Leonardo DiCaprio in the title role.

"The Great Gatsby" follows Fitzgerald-like, would-be writer Nick Carraway as he leaves the Midwest and comes to New York City in the spring of 1922, an era of loosening morals, glittering jazz and bootleg kings. Chasing his own American Dream, Nick lands next door to a mysterious, party-giving millionaire, Jay Gatsby, and across the bay from his cousin, Daisy, and her philandering, blue-blooded husband, Tom Buchanan. It is thus that Nick is drawn into the captivating world of the super rich, their illusions, loves and deceits. As Nick bears witness, within and without the world he inhabits, he pens a tale of impossible love, incorruptible dreams and high-octane tragedy, and holds a mirror to our own modern times and struggles.

Academy Award® nominee DiCaprio ("J. Edgar," "Aviator") plays Jay Gatsby, with Tobey Maguire starring as Nick Carraway; Oscar® nominee Carey Mulligan ("An Education") and Joel Edgerton as Daisy and Tom Buchanan; Isla Fisher and Jason Clarke as Myrtle and George Wilson; and newcomer Elizabeth Debicki as Jordan Baker. Indian film legend Amitabh Bachchan will play the role of Meyer Wolfsheim.

Oscar® nominee Luhrmann ("Moulin Rouge!") directs the film in 3D from a screenplay co-written with frequent collaborator Craig Pearce, based on Fitzgerald's book. Luhrmann produces, along with Catherine Martin, Academy Award® winner Doug Wick ("Gladiator"), Lucy Fisher and Catherine Knapman. The executive producers are Academy Award® winner Barrie M. Osborne ("Lord of the Rings – Return of the King") and Bruce Berman.

Two-time Academy Award®-winning production and costume designer Catherine Martin ("Moulin Rouge!") designs as well as produces. The editors are Matt Villa, Jason Ballantine and Jonathan Redmond, and the director of photography is Simon Duggan. The music is by Craig Armstrong.

Warner Bros. Pictures presents, in association with Village Roadshow Pictures, in association with A&E Television, a Bazmark/Red Wagon Entertainment Production, a Film by Baz Luhrmann, "The Great Gatsby." Opening December 25, 2012, the film will be distributed in IMAX® 3D, 3D and 2D by Warner Bros. Pictures, a Warner Bros. Entertainment Company, and in select territories by Village Roadshow Pictures.

www.thegreatgatsbymovie.com

SATELLITE INFORMATION

Tuesday, May 22, 2012
10:00 PM – 10:15 PM ET
(7:00 PM – 7:15 PM PT)

Wednesday, May 23, 2012
9:00 AM – 9:15 AM ET
(6:00 AM – 6:15 AM PT)

Galaxy 3C, Transponder 06 KU Digital Slot A
Downlink Frequency: 11801.0000 H - FEC: 3/4 Symbol Rate: 3.9787
Modulation: QPSK DVBS

Trouble number for feeds: 310-287-3800

DOWNLOAD INFORMATION
www.blackdiamondmedia.com/downloads OR www.EPK.tv
For more information or a hard copy of The Great Gatsby trailer please contact:

Broadcast:
Allegra Haddigan
Allegra.haddigan@warnerbros.com
818.954.6292

Online:
Anne Chun
anne.chun@warnerbros.com
818.954.4601

For more information regarding the feeds or downloads please contact:
Black Diamond Media, Inc. greatgatsby@blackdiamondmedia.com / 310.451.5500


MORE THAN 1,300 THEATERS ACROSS NORTH AMERICA
TO OPEN "CHERNOBYL DIARIES" AT MIDNIGHT ON THURSDAY, MAY 24

New film from producer/co-writer Oren Peli, who terrified audiences with his groundbreaking thriller,
"Paranormal Activity," takes audiences on an "extreme" tour
inside the quarantined area near Chernobyl

BURBANK, CA, May 21, 2012 — Warner Bros. Pictures starts Memorial Day weekend early by opening the new film "Chernobyl Diaries" at midnight on Thursday, May 24th in over 1,300 theaters in 184 U.S. and Canadian markets. Die-hard Oren Peli fans who want to be the first to take an "extreme" tour of the forbidden area surrounding the infamous Chernobyl reactor can kick-off the holiday weekend by seeing the movie at the stroke of midnight on Thursday.

"Chernobyl Diaries" is an original story from Peli, who first terrified audiences with his groundbreaking thriller, "Paranormal Activity." The film follows a group of six young vacationers who, looking to go off the beaten path, hire an "extreme" tour guide. Ignoring warnings, he takes them into the city of Pripyat, the former home to the workers of the Chernobyl nuclear reactor, but a deserted town since the disaster more than 25 years ago.

After a brief exploration of the abandoned city, however, the group soon finds themselves stranded, only to discover that they are not alone...

Brad Parker makes his feature film directorial debut with "Chernobyl Diaries." The screenplay was written by Oren Peli and Carey Van Dyke & Shane Van Dyke, based on a story by Peli. Peli also produces, with Brian Witten. Richard Sharkey, Rob Cowan, Andrew A. Kosove, Broderick Johnson, Allison Silver, Milan Popelka and Alison Cohen serve as executive producers.

The film's cast includes Devin Kelley, Jonathan Sadowski, Ingrid Bolsø Berdal, Olivia Taylor Dudley, Jesse McCartney, Nathan Phillips and Dimitri Diatchenko.

Alcon Entertainment, FilmNation Entertainment and Oren Peli/Brian Witten Pictures present, an Oren Peli/Brian Witten Pictures production, "Chernobyl Diaries." The film opens on May 25, 2012 and will be distributed by Warner Bros. Pictures, a Warner Bros. Entertainment Company.

The film has been rated R for violence, some bloody images and pervasive language.

www.chernobyldiaries.com

For more information please contact:
Paulette Osorio
(818) 954-2708
paulette.osorio@warnerbros.com


SPECIAL FAN SCREENING OF

WEDNESDAY, MAY 23

WHAT: Red carpet arrivals at the special fan screening of CHERNOBYL DIARIES on Wednesday, May 23rd at the Cinerama Dome in Hollywood.

WHO: From the film: Devin Kelley, Jonathan Sadowski, Olivia Taylor Dudley, Jesse McCartney, Nathan Phillips, Dimitri Diatchenko, director Brad Parker and writer/producer Oren Peli.
Celebrity guests to follow.

WHEN: Wednesday, May 23, 2012
Crew Arrivals: 5:30PM
Celebrity Arrivals: 6:30PM
Screening: 7:30PM

WHERE: Cinerama Dome
6360 West Sunset Boulevard
Hollywood

"Chernobyl Diaries" is an original story from Oren Peli, who first terrified audiences with his groundbreaking thriller, "Paranormal Activity." The film follows a group of six young vacationers who, looking to go off the beaten path, hire an "extreme" tour guide. Ignoring warnings, he takes them into the city of Pripyat, the former home to the workers of the Chernobyl nuclear reactor, but a deserted town since the disaster more than 25 years ago. After a brief exploration of the abandoned city, however, the group soon finds themselves stranded, only to discover that they are not alone...

Brad Parker makes his feature film directorial debut with "Chernobyl Diaries." The screenplay was written by Oren Peli and Carey Van Dyke & Shane Van Dyke, based on a story by Peli. Peli also produces, with Brian Witten. Richard Sharkey, Rob Cowan, Andrew A. Kosove, Broderick Johnson, Allison Silver, Milan Popelka and Alison Cohen serve as executive producers.

The film's cast includes Devin Kelley, Jonathan Sadowski, Ingrid Bolsø Berdal, Olivia Taylor Dudley, Jesse McCartney, Nathan Phillips and Dimitri Diatchenko.

Parker's behind-the-scenes team includes director of photography Morten Søborg, production designer Aleksandar Denic, editor Stan Salfas, visual effects supervisor Mark Forker and costume designer Momirka Bailovic. The music is by Diego Stocco.

For further information, please contact:
Broadcast: Kim Lerner (818) 954-6718   Print: Gina Soliz (818) 954-6705
Photo: Dustin Wissmiller (818) 954-6585   Online: Orna Pickens (818) 954-6290
– Your coverage of this event is invited –

CHERNOBYL DIARIES has been rated "R" by the Motion Picture Association of America for "violence, some bloody images and pervasive language."

www.chernobyldiaries.com

Alcon Entertainment, FilmNation Entertainment and Oren Peli/Brian Witten Pictures present, an Oren Peli/Brian Witten Pictures production. CHERNOBYL DIARIES opens on Friday, May 25, 2012 and will be distributed by Warner Bros. Pictures, a Warner Bros. Entertainment Company.


PRE-ORDER ROCK OF AGES: ORIGINAL MOTION PICTURE
SOUNDTRACK
MAY 15

Instant Free Download of "Pour Some Sugar On Me"
Performed by Tom Cruise Included with All Album Pre-Orders on iTunes

Music Video for "Anyway You Want It" Performed by Mary J. Blige and Julianne Hough Featuring the "Rock of Ages" Cast in Never-Before-Seen Clips from the Film
Also Set for Release on May 15, 2012

LOS ANGELES, CA, May 15, 2012 — WaterTower Music is getting ready to rock on May 15, when the highly anticipated ROCK OF AGES: ORIGINAL MOTION PICTURE SOUNDTRACK becomes available for pre-order. And on iTunes, each soundtrack pre-order will come with an instant download of the song "Pour Some Sugar On Me," as performed by Tom Cruise in the film. The track was mixed by Mike Shipley, who mixed the original version of the song.

Also on May 15 Vevo.com will debut the music video for "Anyway You Want It," performed by Mary J. Blige, Constantine Maroulis and Julianne Hough; it features the movie cast and exclusive never-before-seen clips from the film.

The ROCK OF AGES: ORIGINAL MOTION PICTURE SOUNDTRACK will be released in its entirety June 5, 2012 and features hits from iconic rockers Def Leppard, Foreigner, Journey, Poison and others—reinvigorated for the film by a stellar cast including Julianne Hough, Diego Boneta, Russell Brand, Paul Giamatti, Catherine Zeta-Jones, Malin Akerman, and Mary J. Blige, with Alec Baldwin, and Tom Cruise as Stacee Jaxx.

Directed by Adam Shankman (Hairspray), New Line Cinema's Rock of Ages is the film adaptation of the smash hit, five-time Tony Award-nominated Broadway musical which tells the story of small town girl Sherrie and city boy Drew, who meet on the Sunset Strip while pursuing their Hollywood dreams. Executive Music Producer Adam Anders (Glee) helps tell the rock 'n' roll romance through cast versions of heart-pounding hits that defined a generation.

The ROCK OF AGES: ORIGINAL MOTION PICTURE SOUNDTRACK features Tom Cruise as the larger-than-life, arena-rocking champ "Stacee Jaxx," belting out Bon Jovi's classic "Wanted Dead or Alive," Def Leppard's hit "Pour Some Sugar On Me," and Guns 'N Roses anthem "Paradise City." Cruise also duets with Malin Akerman on Foreigner's power ballad "I Want To Know What Love Is," and shares the mic with Julianne Hough on The Scorpions' "Rock You Like A Hurricane."

The album also features an extraordinary medley of Night Ranger's "Sister Christian," David Lee Roth's "Just Like Paradise," and Poison's "Nothin' But A Good Time," which features Julianne Hough, Diego Boneta, Russell Brand and Alec Baldwin.

Also echoing through the soundtrack are mash-ups of songs that ruled the airwaves in the '80s, including Foreigner's "Juke Box Hero" / Joan Jett's "I Love Rock 'N Roll"; Extreme's "More Than Words" / Warrant's "Heaven"; Pat Benatar's "Shadows Of The Night" / Quarterflash's "Harden My Heart"; and Starship's "We Built This City" woven into Twisted Sister's "We're Not Gonna Take It," all performed by the film's cast.

The full track list for the album is as follows:

  1. "Paradise City"
  2. "Sister Christian" / "Just Like Paradise" /
    "Nothin' But A Good Time"
  3. "Juke Box Hero" / "I Love Rock 'n' Roll"
  4. "Hit Me With Your Best Shot"
  5. "Waiting For A Girl Like You"
  6. "More Than Words" / "Heaven"
  7. "Wanted Dead Or Alive"
  8. "I Want To Know What Love Is"
  9. "I Wanna Rock"
  10. "Pour Some Sugar On Me"
  11. "Harden My Heart"
  12. "Shadows of the Night" / "Harden My Heart"
  13. "Here I Go Again"

  14. "Can't Fight This Feeling"
  15. "Any Way You Want It"
  16. "Undercover Love"
  17. "Every Rose Has Its Thorn"
  18. "Rock You Like A Hurricane"
  19. "We Built This City" / "We're Not Gonna Take It"
  20. "Don't Stop Believin'"

  • Tom Cruise
  • Julianne Hough, Diego Boneta, Russell Brand, Alec Baldwin

  • Diego Boneta, Alec Baldwin, Russell Brand, Julianne Hough
  • Catherine Zeta-Jones
  • Diego Boneta, Julianne Hough
  • Julianne Hough, Diego Boneta
  • Tom Cruise, Julianne Hough
  • Tom Cruise, Malin Akerman
  • Diego Boneta
  • Tom Cruise
  • Julianne Hough, Mary J. Blige
  • Mary J. Blige, Julianne Hough
  • Diego Boneta, Paul Giamatti, Julianne Hough, Mary J. Blige,
    Tom Cruise
  • Russell Brand, Alec Baldwin
  • Mary J. Blige, Constantine Maroulis, Julianne Hough
  • Diego Boneta
  • Julianne Hough, Diego Boneta, Tom Cruise, Mary J. Blige
  • Julianne Hough, Tom Cruise
  • Russell Brand / Catherine Zeta-Jones
  • Julianne Hough, Diego Boneta, Tom Cruise, Alec Baldwin,
    Russell Brand, Mary J. Blige

New Line Cinema's Rock of Ages comes to the big screen on June 15, 2012, distributed by Warner Bros. Pictures. The movie musical stars Julianne Hough (Burlesque), with actor/singer Diego Boneta in his feature film debut, Russell Brand (Arthur), Oscar® nominee Paul Giamatti (Cinderella Man), Academy Award® winner Catherine Zeta-Jones (Chicago), Malin Akerman (The Proposal), and R&B queen Mary J. Blige, with Oscar® nominees Alec Baldwin (The Cooler, TV's 30 Rock) and Tom Cruise (Mission: Impossible – Ghost Protocol, Magnolia, Jerry Maguire).

Shankman directed Rock of Ages from a screenplay by Justin Theroux and Chris D'Arienzo and Allan Loeb, based on D'Arienzo's musical of the same name. Adam Anders and Peer Astrom composed the original score and produced the songs featured in the film. Rock of Ages is produced by Matthew Weaver, Scott Prisand, Carl Levin, Tobey Maguire, Garrett Grant and Jennifer Gibgot, with Toby Emmerich, Richard Brener, Michael Disco, Samuel J. Brown, Hillary Butorac Weaver, Janet Billig Rich, Shankman and D'Arienzo serving as executive producers.

To learn more about the film and soundtrack visit www.rockofagesmovie.com

For more information contact:
Allison Elbl
aelbl@id-pr.com
(323) 822-4851


"GANGSTER SQUAD" TO HIT THEATERS ON SEPTEMBER 7

BURBANK, CA, May 14, 2012 — Warner Bros. Pictures and Village Roadshow Pictures announced today that the release date for "Gangster Squad" is September 7, 2012. The announcement was made by Dan Fellman, Warner Bros. Pictures President, Domestic Distribution.

Directed by Ruben Fleischer ("Zombieland"), "Gangster Squad" stars Oscar® nominees Josh Brolin ("Milk," "True Grit") and Ryan Gosling ("Half Nelson," "Blue Valentine"), and Academy Award® winner Sean Penn ("Milk," "Mystic River"), as well as Oscar® nominee Nick Nolte ("Warrior," "Affliction"), Emma Stone ("The Help"), Anthony Mackie (upcoming "Abraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter"), Giovanni Ribisi ("Avatar") and Michael Peña ("Tower Heist").

Los Angeles, 1949. Ruthless, Brooklyn-born mob king Mickey Cohen (Penn) runs the show in this town, reaping the ill-gotten gains from the drugs, the guns, the prostitutes and—if he has his way—every wire bet placed west of Chicago. And he does it all with the protection of not only his own paid goons, but also the police and the politicians who are under his control. It's enough to intimidate even the bravest, street-hardened cop...except, perhaps, for the small, secret crew of LAPD outsiders led by Sgt. John O'Mara (Brolin) and Jerry Wooters (Gosling), who come together to try to tear Cohen's world apart.

Shot entirely in and around Los Angeles, including in many of the actual locations featured in the story, "Gangster Squad" is a colorful retelling of events surrounding the LAPD's efforts to take back their nascent city from one of the most dangerous mafia bosses of all time. The screenplay is by Will Beall (TV's "Castle"), based on the book Gangster Squad by Paul Lieberman. The film is produced by Dan Lin ("Sherlock Holmes"), Kevin McCormick ("The Lucky One") and Michael Tadross ("Arthur"). The executive producers are Ruben Fleischer, Paul Lieberman and Bruce Berman.

Warner Bros. Pictures presents, in association with Village Roadshow Pictures, a Lin Pictures/Kevin McCormick production, "Gangster Squad." The film will be distributed by Warner Bros. Pictures, a Warner Bros. Entertainment Company, and in select territories by Village Roadshow Pictures.

www.gangstersquadmovie.com

For more information please contact:
Stephanie Phillips
(818) 954-2351
stephanie.phillips@warnerbros.com


THE TUMBLER AND THE BAT-POD
ARE ROLLING FROM COAST-TO-COAST

BURBANK, CA, May 10, 2012 — Fans who have been eagerly awaiting the July 20 release of Warner Bros. Pictures' and Legendary Pictures' "The Dark Knight Rises" will have an opportunity to get a firsthand look at the Tumbler and the Bat-Pod, which are rolling out on a coast-to-coast tour, sponsored by Mountain Dew®. and IMAX®.

Both the Tumbler and the Bat-Pod have served as high-powered modes of transportation for Batman in Christopher Nolan's earlier blockbusters—with the Tumbler first appearing in "Batman Begins," and the Bat-Pod being introduced in "The Dark Knight." They will both be featured in different ways in the hugely anticipated finale to the director's Batman trilogy, "The Dark Knight Rises."

Leading up to the opening of the film, the Tumbler and the Bat-Pod will be making their way across North America, appearing in the following cities and towns*:

  • Bentonville, Arkansas
  • Tulsa, Oklahoma
  • Overland Park, Kansas
  • Kansas City, Missouri
  • Chicago, Illinois
  • Washington, DC
  • Baltimore, Maryland
  • Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
  • Buffalo, New York
  • Toronto, Canada
  • Montreal, Canada
  • Purchase, New York
  • Columbus, Ohio
  • Lansing, Michigan
  • Detroit, Michigan
  • Brooklyn, Michigan
  • Indianapolis, Indiana
  • Nashville, Tennessee
  • Knoxville, Tennessee
  • Atlanta, Georgia
  • Dallas, Texas
  • San Antonio, Texas
  • El Paso, Texas
  • Albuquerque, New Mexico
  • Phoenix, Arizona
  • Los Angeles, California
  • May 12
  • May 15
  • May 19
  • May 21
  • May 25
  • May 27
  • May 28
  • May 30
  • June 1
  • June 7
  • June 10
  • June 12
  • June 13
  • June 15
  • June 16
  • June 17
  • June 19
  • June 21
  • June 22
  • June 23
  • June 25
  • June 27
  • June 29
  • July 1
  • July 2
  • July 7

*Please note that dates and locations are subject to change, and more may be added.

More information on the tour can be found at:
www.tumblertour.com
www.facebook.com/tumblertour
@tumblertour

About "The Dark Knight Rises":

Warner Bros. Pictures presents, in association with Legendary Pictures, a Syncopy Production, a Film by Christopher Nolan, "The Dark Knight Rises." The film stars Christian Bale, Michael Caine, Gary Oldman, Anne Hathaway, Tom Hardy, Marion Cotillard, Joseph Gordon-Levitt, and Morgan Freeman.

Christopher Nolan directed the film from a screenplay by Jonathan Nolan and Christopher Nolan, story by Christopher Nolan & David S. Goyer. Emma Thomas, Christopher Nolan and Charles Roven are the producers, with Benjamin Melniker, Michael E. Uslan, Kevin De La Noy and Thomas Tull serving as executive producers, and Jordan Goldberg co-producing. "The Dark Knight Rises" is based upon Batman characters created by Bob Kane and published by DC Comics.

Opening in theatres and IMAX on July 20, 2012, "The Dark Knight Rises" will be distributed worldwide by Warner Bros. Pictures, a Warner Bros. Entertainment Company. The film has been rated PG-13 for intense sequences of violence and action, some sensuality and language.

www.thedarkknightrises.com

For more information, please contact:
Erin Orr
erin.orr@warnerbros.com


FILMING UNDERWAY ON ALCON ENTERTAINMENT'S
"BEAUTIFUL CREATURES"

Richard LaGravenese directs his adaptation of the best-seller.

BURBANK, CA, May 7, 2012 — Principal photography has begun on Alcon Entertainment's "Beautiful Creatures," based on the first novel in the best-selling series by Kami Garcia & Margaret Stohl. Oscar® nominee Richard LaGravenese ("The Fisher King," "P.S. I Love You") directs the film from his screenplay adaptation.

The film stars Alden Ehrenreich ("Tetro"), newcomer Alice Englert, and Academy Award® winners Jeremy Irons ("Reversal of Fortune") and Emma Thompson ("Howard's End," "Sense and Sensibility"); Oscar® nominee Viola Davis ("The Help," "Doubt"); and Emmy Rossum (TV's "Shameless").

A hauntingly intense, supernatural love story set in the South, "Beautiful Creatures" is about two star-crossed teenage lovers: Ethan (Ehrenreich), a local boy, and a mysterious new girl, Lena (Englert), who uncover dark secrets about their respective families, their history and their town.

The film is being produced by Erwin Stoff ("Water for Elephants"), Academy Award® nominees Andrew A. Kosove and Broderick Johnson ("The Blind Side"), Molly Smith ("Something Borrowed") and Oscar® nominee David Valdes ("The Green Mile").

The behind-the-scenes team includes Academy Award®-winning director of photography Philippe Rousselot ("A River Runs Through It"), production designer Richard Sherman ("Gods and Monsters"), editor David Moritz ("Jerry Maguire") and Oscar®-nominated costume designer Jeffrey Kurland ("Bullets Over Broadway").

Shooting in and around New Orleans, "Beautiful Creatures" is a presentation of Alcon Entertainment and will be distributed by Warner Bros. Pictures, a Warner Bros. Entertainment company.

For more information please contact:
Paulette Osorio
(818) 954-2708
paulette.osorio@warnerbros.com


ROCK OF AGES DELIVERS ANTHEMIC FILM SOUNDTRACK

Features Hits of Iconic Rockers Def Leppard, Journey, Bon Jovi, Poison and Others
Performed By Rock of Ages Cast Members Russell Brand, Paul Giamatti,
Catherine Zeta-Jones, Mary J Blige, Alec Baldwin, Tom Cruise, and More

LOS ANGELES, CA, April 30, 2012 — WaterTower Music has announced the release of the soundtrack album for the highly anticipated upcoming movie musical Rock of Ages on June 5, 2012. The ROCK OF AGES: ORIGINAL MOTION PICTURE SOUNDTRACK boasts 20 rousing anthems that defined a generation—reinvigorated for the film by a stellar cast including Julianne Hough, Diego Boneta, Russell Brand, Paul Giamatti, Catherine Zeta-Jones, Malin Akerman, Mary J. Blige, Alec Baldwin and Tom Cruise.

Directed by Adam Shankman (Hairspray), New Line Cinema's Rock of Ages is the film adaptation of the smash hit, five-time Tony® nominated Broadway musical which tells the story of small town girl Sherrie and city boy Drew, who meet on the Sunset Strip while pursuing their Hollywood dreams. Executive Music Producer Adam Anders (Glee) helps tell the rock 'n' roll romance through cast versions of heart-pounding hits of Def Leppard, Poison, Journey, Twisted Sister, Bon Jovi, Joan Jett, Foreigner, Night Ranger, REO Speedwagon, Pat Benatar, Whitesnake, and more.

"Taking classic, beloved rock anthems and seeing them through the unique perspective of the characters in the film was such an exciting prospect for me in directing Rock of Ages," said filmmaker Adam Shankman. "We had a phenomenal cast who performed these songs in such a powerful way—adding depth and meaningful imagery to the film. I was lucky to have a partner in Adam Anders who, better than anyone working today, understands how to take popular songs and seamlessly repurpose them to tell a story with unparalleled originality and success."

"It's an enormous thrill to introduce the soundtrack of Rock of Ages to the world," said Executive Music Producer Adam Anders. "While re-imagining these songs for the film, it was important for me to present them in a way that would not only tell the story, but transcend generations by making these songs relevant for today's audience. This soundtrack truly captures the incredible performances of a very talented cast who brilliantly reinterpreted these songs with us in the spirit of the film. I am really proud of this soundtrack as it is definitely one of the highlights of my career."

As the larger-than-life, arena-rocking champ "Stacee Jaxx," the Rock of Ages Soundtrack features Tom Cruise belting out Bon Jovi's classic "Wanted Dead or Alive," Def Leppard's hit "Pour Some Sugar On Me," and Guns 'N Roses anthem "Paradise City." Cruise also duets with Malin Akerman on Foreigner's power ballad, "I Want To Know What Love Is," and shares the mic with Julianne Hough on The Scorpions' "Rock You Like A Hurricane."

The album also features an extraordinary medley of Night Ranger's "Sister Christian," David Lee Roth's "Just Like Paradise," and Poison's "Nothin' But A Good Time," which features Julianne Hough, Diego Boneta, Russell Brand and Alec Baldwin.

Also echoing through the soundtrack are mash-ups of songs that ruled the airwaves in the '80s, including Foreigner's "Juke Box Hero" / Joan Jett's "I Love Rock N Roll"; Extreme's "More Than Words" / Warrant's "Heaven"; Pat Benatar's "Shadows Of The Night" / Quarterflash's "Harden My Heart"; and Starship's "We Built This City" woven into Twisted Sister's "We're Not Gonna Take It," all performed by the film's cast.

The full track list for the album is as follows:

  1. "Paradise City"
  2. "Sister Christian" / "Just Like Paradise" /
    "Nothin' But A Good Time"
  3. "Juke Box Hero" / "I Love Rock 'n' Roll"
  4. "Hit Me With Your Best Shot"
  5. "Waiting For A Girl Like You"
  6. "More Than Words" / "Heaven"
  7. "Wanted Dead Or Alive"
  8. "I Want To Know What Love Is"
  9. "I Wanna Rock"
  10. "Pour Some Sugar On Me"
  11. "Harden My Heart"
  12. "Shadows of the Night" / "Harden My Heart"
  13. "Here I Go Again"

  14. "Can't Fight This Feeling"
  15. "Any Way You Want It"
  16. "Undercover Love"
  17. "Every Rose Has Its Thorn"
  18. "Rock You Like A Hurricane"
  19. "We Built This City" / "We're Not Gonna Take It"
  20. "Don't Stop Believin'"

  • Tom Cruise
  • Julianne Hough, Diego Boneta, Russell Brand, Alec Baldwin

  • Diego Boneta, Alec Baldwin, Russell Brand, Julianne Hough
  • Catherine Zeta-Jones
  • Diego Boneta, Julianne Hough
  • Julianne Hough, Diego Boneta
  • Tom Cruise, Julianne Hough
  • Tom Cruise, Malin Akerman
  • Diego Boneta
  • Tom Cruise
  • Julianne Hough, Mary J. Blige
  • Mary J. Blige, Julianne Hough
  • Diego Boneta, Paul Giamatti, Julianne Hough, Mary J. Blige,
    Tom Cruise
  • Russell Brand, Alec Baldwin
  • Mary J. Blige, Constantine Maroulis, Julianne Hough
  • Diego Boneta
  • Julianne Hough, Diego Boneta, Tom Cruise, Mary J. Blige
  • Julianne Hough, Tom Cruise
  • Russell Brand / Catherine Zeta-Jones
  • Julianne Hough, Diego Boneta, Tom Cruise, Alec Baldwin,
    Russell Brand, Mary J. Blige

New Line Cinema's Rock of Ages comes to the big screen on June 15, 2012, distributed by Warner Bros. Pictures. The movie musical stars Julianne Hough (Burlesque), with actor/singer Diego Boneta in his feature film debut, Russell Brand (Arthur), Oscar® nominee Paul Giamatti (Cinderella Man), Academy Award® winner Catherine Zeta-Jones (Chicago), Malin Akerman (The Proposal), and R&B queen Mary J. Blige, with Oscar® nominees Alec Baldwin (The Cooler, TV's 30 Rock) and Tom Cruise (Mission: Impossible – Ghost Protocol, Magnolia, Jerry Maguire).

Shankman directed Rock of Ages from a screenplay by Justin Theroux and Chris D'Arienzo and Allan Loeb, based on D'Arienzo's musical of the same name. Adam Anders and Peer Astrom composed the original score and produced the songs featured in the film. Rock of Ages is produced by Matthew Weaver, Scott Prisand, Carl Levin, Tobey Maguire, Garrett Grant and Jennifer Gibgot, with Toby Emmerich, Richard Brener, Michael Disco, Samuel J. Brown, Hillary Butorac Weaver, Janet Billig Rich, Shankman and D'Arienzo serving as executive producers.

To learn more about the film and soundtrack visit www.rockofagesmovie.com

For more information contact:
Allison Elbl
(323) 822-4800


WARNER BROS. PICTURES UNVEILS NEVER-BEFORE-SEEN
FOOTAGE OF "THE HOBBIT: AN UNEXPECTED JOURNEY"
SHOWCASING STUNNING HIGH-FRAME-RATE RESULTS

BURBANK, CA, April 24, 2012 — Warner Bros. Pictures screened approximately 10 minutes of never-before-seen footage from New Line Cinema and MGM's upcoming epic "The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey," which showcased the filmmaking innovation of 48 frames-per-second (fps), doubling the typical frame rate of 24 fps. The footage was part of the studio's presentation at CinemaCon, the official convention of the National Association of Theatre Owners (NATO).

The film, slated for worldwide release beginning December 14, 2012, is the first major motion picture to be made using this state-of-the art high-frame-rate technology.

The footage was introduced via a taped greeting from director Peter Jackson, who gave a bit of history as to how 24 fps became the industry standard and why today's technology allows for higher frame rates. He also explained that 48 fps is actually closer to the way the human eye views the world. Jackson offered, "As a filmmaker, I always want to create a strong sense of reality, to allow the audience to lose themselves in whatever the cinematic story is that I'm presenting. Shooting and projecting at 48 fps gives you the illusion that a hole has been cut in the wall of the cinema, and you're watching the story unfold with a heightened sense of reality. It's terrific for 3D; I've looked at the 48 fps dailies for 'The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey' in 3D for over a year now, and with the reduction in strobing and flicker, it is a much more gentle experience on your eyes. 48 fps is not just limited to 3D. A film shot in 48 fps looks fantastic when projected in 2D, and converts well to 24 fps as well."

Dan Fellman, Warner Bros. Pictures President, Domestic Distribution, stated, "24 fps has been the standard in our industry for the last 80 years, so this is an exciting breakthrough. It's no surprise that Peter Jackson, with his commitment to innovation, is the first director to utilize 48 fps on a grand scale. It's equally gratifying to me to see the exhibition community embrace this advancement."

Veronika Kwan Vandenberg, Warner Bros. Pictures President, International Distribution, added, "We're thrilled to be arm-in-arm with Peter Jackson and the exhibition community in exploring the possibilities of high-frame-rate filmmaking. The powerful combination of enduring storytelling and spectacular visuals will offer an exciting new movie-going experience to audiences around the world."

From Academy Award®-winning filmmaker Peter Jackson comes "The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey," the first of two films adapting the enduringly popular masterpiece The Hobbit, by J.R.R. Tolkien. The adventure follows the journey of title character Bilbo Baggins, who is swept into an epic quest to reclaim the lost Dwarf Kingdom of Erebor from the fearsome dragon Smaug. Approached out of the blue by the wizard Gandalf the Grey, Bilbo finds himself joining a company of thirteen dwarves led by the legendary warrior, Thorin Oakenshield. Their journey will take them into the Wild; through treacherous lands swarming with Goblins and Orcs, deadly Wargs and Giant Spiders, Shapeshifters and Sorcerers.

Ian McKellen returns as Gandalf the Grey and Martin Freeman stars in the central role of Bilbo Baggins. The ensemble cast also includes (in alphabetical order) Richard Armitage, John Bell, Cate Blanchett, Orlando Bloom, Jed Brophy, Adam Brown, John Callen, Luke Evans, Stephen Fry, Ryan Gage, Mark Hadlow, Ian Holm, Peter Hambleton, Barry Humphries, Stephen Hunter, William Kircher, Evangeline Lilly, Sylvester McCoy, Bret McKenzie, Graham McTavish, Mike Mizrahi, James Nesbitt, Dean O'Gorman, Christopher Lee, Lee Pace, Mikael Persbrandt, Andy Serkis, Conan Stevens, Ken Stott, Jeffrey Thomas, Aidan Turner, Hugo Weaving and Elijah Wood.

"The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey" is directed by Peter Jackson from a screenplay by Fran Walsh, Philippa Boyens, Guillermo del Toro and Jackson. Jackson is also producing the film, together with Fran Walsh and Carolynne Cunningham. The executive producers are Alan Horn, Ken Kamins, Toby Emmerich and Zane Weiner, with Boyens serving as co-producer.

"The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey" is a production of New Line Cinema and MGM, with New Line managing production. Warner Bros Pictures is handling worldwide theatrical distribution, with select international territories, as well as all international television licensing being handled by MGM. "The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey" will be released on December 14, 2012, and the second film, "The Hobbit: There and Back Again," opens on December 13, 2013. Both films will be released in 3D and 2D in select theatres and IMAX.

www.thehobbit.com

For more information please contact:
Stephanie Phillips
(818) 954-2351
stephanie.phillips@warnerbros.com

Candice McDonough
(310) 967-6991
candice.mcdonough@newline.com


WARNER BROS. PICTURES AND LEGENDARY PICTURES
PUT "42" ON DECK FOR APRIL 12, 2013

Harrison Ford and Chadwick Boseman star in the Jackie Robinson story under the direction of Brian Helgeland

BURBANK, CA, April 23, 2012 — Warner Bros. Pictures and Legendary Pictures are teaming up with director Brian Helgeland for "42," the story of baseball great Jackie Robinson. Slated for release on April 12, 2013, the film will open in time to commemorate the 66th anniversary of Jackie Robinson Day—April 15, the date of his first game as a Brooklyn Dodger—and on the heels of the opening of the 2013 Major League Baseball season. The announcement was made today by Dan Fellman, President, Domestic Distribution, Warner Bros. Pictures.

"42" will star Academy Award® nominee Harrison Ford ("What Lies Beneath," "Air Force One," "Witness") as the innovative Dodger's general manager Branch Rickey, the MLB executive who first signed Robinson to the minors and then helped to bring him up to the show, and Chadwick Boseman ("The Express") as Robinson, the heroic African American who was the first man to break the color line in the big leagues. The film also stars Nicole Beharie ("Shame") as Rachel Isum, who would become Robinson's wife, as well as Christopher Meloni (upcoming "Man of Steel") and T.R. Knight (TV's "Grey's Anatomy").

"42" is set to start production on May 14 in Birmingham, Alabama, with additional locations to include Macon and Atlanta, Georgia, and Chattanooga Tennessee, where the production will mount much of the film's baseball action at Engel Stadium, double for Brooklyn's Ebbets Field.

Academy Award® winner Helgeland ("L.A. Confidential") will direct from his own screenplay. Thomas Tull will produce, with Dick Cook, Jon Jashni, and Jason Clark executive producing. Oscar® nominee Don Burgess ("Forrest Gump") is the director of photography, Richard Hoover (HBO's "Temple Grandin") is production designer, and Caroline Harris ("A Knight's Tale") is the costume designer.

For more information please contact:
Stephanie Phillips, Warner Bros. Pictures
(818) 954-2351
stephanie.phillips@warnerbros.com


LEGO® FILM SET FOR THEATRICAL DEBUT FEBRUARY 28, 2014

Warner Bros. Pictures Brings the LEGO Brand to the Big Screen for the First Time in an Original 3D Animated Feature

BURBANK, CA, April 23, 2012 — The first-ever full length, theatrical LEGO® movie will open nationwide on February 28, 2014, it was announced today by Dan Fellman, President of Domestic Distribution, Warner Bros. Pictures.

Currently in production, the 3D computer animated adventure will be directed by Phil Lord & Christopher Miller from their original screenplay, story by Dan Hageman & Kevin Hageman and Phil Lord & Christopher Miller, based on LEGO Construction Toys. It will incorporate some of the LEGO world's most popular figures while introducing several new characters, inviting fans who have enjoyed the brand's innovative toys and hugely popular video games for generations to experience their visually unique LEGO world as never seen before.

Phil Lord and Christopher Miller previously teamed on the hit "21 Jump Street" and the 2009 animated comedy adventure "Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs," which was nominated for a Golden Globe Award.

The film will be produced by Dan Lin ("Sherlock Holmes," "Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows") and Roy Lee ("The Departed," "How to Train Your Dragon").

LEGO, its logo, brick & knob configuration and the Minifigure are trademarks of The LEGO Group. ©2012 The LEGO Group. All rights reserved.

For more information please contact:
Stephanie Phillips, Warner Bros. Pictures
(818) 954-2351
stephanie.phillips@warnerbros.com


DANNY ELFMAN'S DARK SHADOWS ORIGINAL SCORE
TO BE RELEASED MAY 8

Film Marks 14th Collaboration Between Composer Danny Elfman
And Director Tim Burton

LOS ANGELES, CA, April 17, 2012 — WaterTower Music will release Dark Shadows – Original Score digitally and in stores on May 8, 2012. The album features original music by Grammy Award-winning and four-time Oscar®-nominated composer Danny Elfman, which is featured in director Tim Burton's new gothic comedy Dark Shadows.

For more than 25 years, Burton and Elfman have collaborated on some of the cinema's most beloved and recognizable films and soundtracks, including Big Fish, for which Elfman received an Oscar® nomination; Beetlejuice; Batman; Edward Scissorhands; Sleepy Hollow; Corpse Bride; and, more recently, Alice in Wonderland.

"Tim had some specific ideas about the music on Dark Shadows," says Elfman. "I knew that the bigger dramatic scenes would be played in a rather grand theatrical manner, but the real treat was tapping into the retro pallet Tim had imagined. He wanted something that payed homage to both the original TV series and other '70s horror genres as well. For that we kept it minimal, eerie, and atmospheric with only electronics and a few solo instruments carrying the melodies."

Elfman has also received Oscar® nominations for his scores for Barry Sonnenfeld's Men in Black, and Gus Van Sant's Good Will Hunting and Milk. Movie audiences worldwide have also heard Danny Elfman's unique sound and style in some 80 film scores, including Sam Raimi's Spider-Man; Brian De Palma's Mission: Impossible; Martin Brest's Midnight Run; Jon Amiel's Sommersby; the Hughes Brothers' Dead Presidents; Rob Marshall's Academy® Award-winning Chicago; and Shawn Levy's Real Steel.

In the year 1750, Joshua and Naomi Collins, with young son Barnabas, set sail from Liverpool, England to start a new life in America. Two decades pass and Barnabas (Johnny Depp) has the world at his feet—or at least the town of Collinsport, Maine. The master of Collinwood Manor, Barnabas is rich, powerful and an inveterate playboy...until he makes the grave mistake of breaking the heart of Angelique Bouchard (Eva Green). A witch, in every sense of the word, Angelique dooms him to a fate worse than death: turning him into a vampire, and then burying him alive. Two centuries later, Barnabas is inadvertently freed from his tomb and emerges into the very changed world of 1972. He returns to Collinwood Manor to find that his once-grand estate has fallen into ruin and the dysfunctional remnants of the Collins family have fared little better, each harboring their own dark secrets.

Warner Bros. Pictures, in association with Village Roadshow Pictures, presents an Infinitum Nihil/GK Films/Zanuck Company production, a Tim Burton Film Dark Shadows in theaters and IMAX on May 11, 2012. "Dark Shadows" stars Johnny Depp, Michelle Pfeiffer, Helena Bonham Carter, Eva Green, Jackie Earle Haley, Jonny Lee Miller, Chloë Grace Moretz, Bella Heathcote and Gully McGrath.

The Dark ShadowsOriginal Score on WaterTower Music will be available digitally and in stores on May 8, 2012; and on the same date, WaterTower Music will also be releasing the Dark Shadows – Original Motion Picture Soundtrack, containing eleven songs from the film.

www.darkshadowsmovie.com

For more information please contact:
Beth Krakower, CineMedia Promotions
(212) 533-6864
beth@cinemediapromotions.com
@cinemediapromo on Twitter


SAVE THE DATE
LOS ANGELES PREMIERE OF

SUNDAY, APRIL 15

WHAT: Red carpet arrivals at the Los Angeles premiere of TO THE ARCTIC on Sunday, April 15th at California Science Center IMAX Theater

WHO: From the film: Director Greg MacGillivray and Producer Shaun MacGillivray
Celebrity guests: Wayne Brady, Harry Hamlin, Lisa Rinna, Billy Bob Thornton and more to come

WHEN: Sunday, April 15, 2012
Crew Arrivals: 10:30AM
Celebrity Arrivals: 11:30AM
Screening: 12:00PM

WHERE: California Science Center Imax Theater
700 Exposition Park Drive
Los Angeles, CA 90037

An extraordinary journey to the top of the world, the documentary adventure "To The Arctic" reveals a compelling tale of survival. Narrated by Oscar® winner Meryl Streep, the film takes audiences into the lives of a mother polar bear and her twin seven-month-old cubs as never before captured on film, as they navigate the changing Arctic wilderness they call home. Captivating and intimate IMAX® footage brings moviegoers up-close and personal with this family's struggle in a frigid environment of melting ice, immense glaciers, spectacular waterfalls and majestic snow-bound peaks.

Warner Bros. Pictures and IMAX® Filmed Entertainment present a MacGillivray Freeman Film, "To The Arctic," a One World One Ocean presentation, directed by two-time Academy Award® nominated filmmaker Greg MacGillivray ("The Living Sea," "Dolphins"). Filmed in 15/70mm IMAX,® "To The Arctic" is written and edited by Stephen Judson ("Everest"), and produced by Shaun MacGillivray ("Grand Canyon Adventure: River at Risk").

The film features a score composed by Steve Wood, and songs by Paul McCartney.

For further information, please contact:
Broadcast: Lori Burns (818) 954-6718   Print: Gina Soliz (818) 954-6705
Photo: Dustin Wissmiller (818) 954-6585   Online: Orna Pickens (818) 954-6290
– Your coverage of this event is invited –

"To the Arctic" will be released exclusively in IMAX Theaters starting April 20th. This film is rated G for general audiences by the MPAA.

www.imax.com/tothearctic

SAVE THE DATE
WORLD PREMIERE OF

MONDAY, APRIL 16

WHAT: Red carpet arrivals at the world premiere of THE LUCKY ONE on Monday, April 16th at Grauman's Chinese in Hollywood.

WHO: From the film: Zac Efron, Taylor Schilling, Blythe Danner, Riley Thomas Stewart, Jay R. Ferguson, author Nicholas Sparks, director Scott Hicks.
Celebrity guests: Selena Gomez and more to come.

WHEN: Monday, April 16, 2012
Crew Arrivals: 4:45PM
Celebrity Arrivals: 6:00PM
Screening: 7:00PM

WHERE: Grauman's Chinese Theatre
6925 Hollywood Blvd.
Hollywood, CA

Zac Efron stars with Taylor Schilling and Blythe Danner in the romantic drama "The Lucky One," directed by Academy Award®-nominated writer/director Scott Hicks ("Shine"), based on Nicholas Sparks' bestseller The Lucky One.

U.S. Marine Sergeant Logan Thibault (Efron) returns from his third tour of duty in Iraq, with the one thing he credits with keeping him alive—a photograph he found of a woman he doesn't even know. Discovering her name is Beth (Schilling) and where she lives, he shows up at her door, and ends up taking a job at her family-run local kennel. Despite her initial mistrust and the complications in her life, a romance develops between them, giving Logan hope that Beth could be much more than his good luck charm.

Hicks directed "The Lucky One" from a screenplay by Will Fetters, adapted from the Nicholas Sparks novel of the same name. The producers are Denise Di Novi, whose previous collaborations with Sparks include the films "A Walk To Remember," "Nights In Rodanthe" and "Message in a Bottle," and Kevin McCormick. Ravi Mehta, Alison Greenspan and Bruce Berman served as executive producers, and Kerry Heysen as co-producer.

Rounding out the main cast are Jay R. Ferguson, Riley Thomas Stewart, and Adam LeFevre.

The behind-the-scenes creative team includes cinematographer Alar Kivilo, production designer Barbara Ling, editor Scott Gray and costume designer Dayna Pink. Oscar® nominee Mark Isham ("A River Runs Through It") composed the score.

Warner Bros. Pictures presents, in association with Village Roadshow Pictures, a Di Novi Pictures production, a Scott Hicks film, "The Lucky One," distributed by Warner Bros. Pictures, a Warner Bros. Entertainment Company, and in select territories by Village Roadshow Pictures.

For further information, please contact:
Broadcast: Lori Burns (818) 954-6718   Print: Gina Soliz (818) 954-6705
Photo: Dustin Wissmiller (818) 954-6585   Online: Orna Pickens (818) 954-6290
International: Deya Cervera (818) 954-1310
– Your coverage of this event is invited –

THE LUCKY ONE has been rated "PG-13" by the Motion Picture Association of America for "some sexuality and violence."

www.theluckyonemovie.com

THE LUCKY ONE will be released on April 20, 2012
By Warner Bros. Pictures, a Warner Bros. Entertainment Company

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PRODUCTION BEGINS ON "SEVENTH SON"
FOR WARNER BROS. PICTURES AND LEGENDARY PICTURES

Jeff Bridges, Julianne Moore and Ben Barnes Lead the International Cast.

BURBANK, CA, March 26, 2012 — Principal photography is underway on Warner Bros. Pictures' and Legendary Pictures' fantasy action adventure "Seventh Son." Shooting began on March 19, under the direction of award-winning filmmaker Sergei Bodrov, director of the Oscar®-nominated foreign language films "Mongol: The Rise of Genghis Khan" and "Prisoner of the Mountains." "Seventh Son" stars Academy Award® winner Jeff Bridges ("Crazy Heart," "Iron Man"), Oscar® nominee Julianne Moore ("Far From Heaven," "The Hours"), and Ben Barnes ("The Chronicles of Narnia" films).

In a time long past, an evil is about to be unleashed that will reignite the war between the forces of the supernatural and humankind once more. Master Gregory (Jeff Bridges) is a knight who had imprisoned the malevolently powerful witch, Mother Malkin (Julianne Moore), centuries ago. But now she has escaped and is seeking vengeance. Summoning her followers of every incarnation, Mother Malkin is preparing to unleash her terrible wrath on an unsuspecting world. Only one thing stands in her way: Master Gregory.

In a deadly reunion, Gregory comes face to face with the evil he always feared would someday return. Now he has only until the next full moon to do what usually takes years: train his new apprentice, Tom Ward (Ben Barnes) to fight a dark magic unlike any other. Man's only hope lies in the seventh son of a seventh son.

The film's international cast also includes Alicia Vikander ("The Crown Jewels"), Antje Traue ("Pandorum," upcoming "Man of Steel"), Olivia Williams ("Hanna") and Kit Harington (HBO's "Game of Thrones").

Bodrov is directing the film from a screenplay by Matt Greenberg, Charles Leavitt and Steve Knight, based on the book The Spook's Apprentice by Joseph Delaney. "Seventh Son" is being produced by Basil Iwanyk ("The Town," "Clash of the Titans" upcoming "Wrath of the Titans"), Thomas Tull ("Inception," "The Dark Knight" upcoming "The Dark Knight Rises") and Lionel Wigram ("Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows," the "Harry Potter" films). The executive producers are Jon Jashni, Brent O'Connor and Alysia Cotter, with Jillian Zaks and Erica Lee serving as co-producers.

The behind-the-scenes team collaborating with Bodrov includes director of photography Newton Thomas Sigel ("Drive"); three-time Oscar®-winning production designer Dante Ferretti ("Hugo," "Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street," "Aviator"); Oscar®-nominated editor Paul Rubell ("Collateral," "The Insider"); Oscar®-nominated costume designer Jacqueline West ("The Curious Case of Benjamin Button," "The Social Network"), and Oscar®-winning visual effects supervisor John Dykstra ("Spider-Man," "Spider-Man 2").

"Seventh Son" will be filmed entirely on location in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.

A presentation of Warner Bros. Pictures and Legendary Pictures, "Seventh Son" will be distributed worldwide by Warner Bros. Pictures, a Warner Bros. Entertainment Company.

For more information please contact:

Stephanie Phillips
(818) 954-2351
stephanie.phillips@warnerbros.com


WARNER BROS. PICTURES AND LEGENDARY PICTURES
ARE READY FOR ANOTHER "HANGOVER"

Director Todd Phillips will reunite with Bradley Cooper, Ed Helms and Zach Galifianakis for Part III of the blockbuster comedy franchise, to open on May 24, 2013.

BURBANK, CA, March 22, 2012 — Warner Bros. Pictures and Legendary Pictures are reteaming with Todd Phillips for "The Hangover Part III," the third installment in the record-breaking comedy franchise, which is slated for release on May 24, 2013. The announcement was made today by Jeff Robinov, President Warner Bros. Pictures Group.

"The Hangover Part III" will star Bradley Cooper, Ed Helms and Zach Galifianakis, who will reprise the roles of Phil, Stu and Alan, collectively known to moviegoers as "the Wolfpack." In the previous two films, the three friends' attempts to plan a celebration have resulted in disaster for them, but led to a combined billion-dollar success at the worldwide box office.

In making the announcement, Robinov stated, "We are extremely pleased to have Todd Phillips and the guys back together again for another 'Hangover,' and we look forward to collaborating with them on another great movie."

Phillips said, "I'm so excited to embark on another 'Hangover' film with Bradley, Ed and Zach. We're going to surprise a lot of people with the final chapter we have planned. It will be a fitting conclusion to our three-part opera of mayhem, despair and bad decisions."

Phillips is writing the screenplay with Craig Mazin, who also collaborated with him on the screenplay for "The Hangover Part II." Phillips is again producing the film under his Green Hat Films banner, together with Dan Goldberg. Thomas Tull and Scott Budnick will serve as executive producers.

Production on the film is projected to begin in September 2012.

A presentation of Warner Bros. Pictures, in association with Legendary Pictures, "The Hangover Part III" will be distributed worldwide by Warner Bros. Pictures, a Warner Bros. Entertainment Company.

For more information please contact:

Dennis Higgins, Domestic Publicity
(818) 954-6649
Dennis.Higgins@warnerbros.com


"SHERLOCK HOLMES: A GAME OF SHADOWS" BESTS ITS PREDECESSOR,
NABBING GLOBAL TALLY OF $529 MILLION AND COUNTING

BURBANK, CA, March 20, 2012 — Warner Bros. Pictures' and Village Roadshow Pictures' "Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows" has hit the $529 million benchmark in global box office, with an estimated $186.7 million on the domestic side and $342.3 million internationally, surpassing its predecessor's worldwide gross of $524.4 million. The announcement was made today by Dan Fellman, President of Domestic Distribution, and Veronika Kwan-Rubinek, President of International Distribution, Warner Bros. Pictures.

The film has drawn large opening crowds and repeat business since its late December debut, continuing its momentum as it rolled out internationally. In the U.S., "Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows" opened at #1 and spent six weeks in the U.S. top ten. Internationally, it was the #1 film for three straight weeks (January 8 - January 23).

"Our successful box office continues to prove the appeal of Sherlock Holmes, especially in the hands of guy Ritchie and his amazing cast, led by Robert Downey Jr. and Jude Law," Fellman said. "The film had outstanding results throughout the holidays and continued to gain traction well into 2012."

"Rolling out this film internationally has been tremendously exciting, as the film has clearly resonated with audiences around the globe," Kwan-Rubinek added. "The first 'Sherlock Holmes' was such a tremendous success overseas, and to surpass that number in these same markets is truly a remarkable achievement. We congratulate the filmmakers and cast, as well as our international teams, on these excellent results."

"'Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows' gave moviegoers another opportunity to experience Guy Ritchie's fun and inventive take on the legendary detective," said Sue Kroll, the Studio's President, Worldwide Marketing. "The movie is a great adventure—complete with action, humor and great characters. Congratulations to the filmmakers and cast, who were truly our partners in bringing Sherlock Holmes back to an enthusiastic worldwide audience."

Robert Downey Jr. reprises his role as the world's most famous detective, Sherlock Holmes, and Jude Law returns as his friend and colleague, Dr. Watson, in "Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows."

Sherlock Holmes has always been the smartest man in the room...until now. There is a new criminal mastermind at large—Professor James Moriarty (Jared Harris)—and not only is he Holmes' intellectual equal, but his capacity for evil, coupled with a complete lack of conscience, may give him an advantage over the renowned detective. Holmes' investigation into Moriarty's plot becomes more dangerous as it leads him and Watson out of London to France, Germany and finally Switzerland. But the cunning Moriarty is always one step ahead, and moving perilously close to completing his sinister plan. If he succeeds, it will not only bring him immense wealth and power but alter the course of history.

Filmmaker Guy Ritchie returned to direct "Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows," the follow-up to the smash hit "Sherlock Holmes." The sequel reunited producers Joel Silver, Lionel Wigram, Susan Downey and Dan Lin. Bruce Berman and Steve Clark-Hall served as executive producers. The film also stars Noomi Rapace, Jared Harris, Eddie Marsan, Kelly Reilly, and Rachel McAdams. "Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows" was written by Michele Mulroney & Kieran Mulroney. Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson were created by the late Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, and appear in stories and novels by him.

Warner Bros. Pictures presents, in association with Village Roadshow Pictures, a Silver Pictures Production, in association with Wigram Productions, a Guy Ritchie Film, "Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows." The film is being distributed by Warner Bros. Pictures, a Warner Bros. Entertainment Company, and in select territories by Village Roadshow Pictures.

www.sherlockholmes2.com

For more information please contact:

Dennis Higgins, Domestic Publicity
(818) 954-6649
Dennis.Higgins@warnerbros.com

Kevin Frank, International Publicity
(818) 954-7180
Kevin.Frank@warnerbros.com


"JOURNEY 2: THE MYSTERIOUS ISLAND" TRAVELS FARTHER THAN ITS PREDECESSOR, SURPASSING $275 MILLION WORLDWIDE

Ranks #1 Internationally for Fourth Consecutive Weekend

BURBANK, CA, March 8, 2012 — Audience response to New Line Cinema's "Journey 2: The Mysterious Island" has already taken the new 3D family adventure to greater heights than the 2008 hit "Journey to the Center of the Earth," with more than $276.5 million in worldwide box office gross and still counting. The announcement was made today by Dan Fellman, President of Domestic Distribution, and Veronika Kwan-Rubinek, President of International Distribution, Warner Bros. Pictures.

In addition, the new film has held the number one spot in international box office for the past four weekends in a row.

"Journey 2" The Mysterious Island" was a box-office winner in its international debut beginning January 19th, and has so far outpaced its popular predecessor by earning more than $190 million in 52 markets overseas, with some territories, including Japan, yet to release. It then opened February 10th in North America to positive word-of-mouth and has generated over $86.5 million domestically to date.

Moviegoers are also onboard in IMAX® theaters, making the film a giant-screen hit in 448 IMAX® locations around the world, with a box office total exceeding $22.7 million.

In this follow-up to "Journey to the Center of the Earth," starring Dwayne Johnson, Michael Caine, Josh Hutcherson, Vanessa Hudgens, Luis Guzmán and Kristin Davis, the new adventure begins when young Sean Anderson receives a coded distress signal from a mysterious island where no island should exist. It's a place of strange life forms, mountains of gold, deadly volcanoes, and more than one astonishing secret. Unable to stop him from going, Sean's new stepfather joins the quest. Together with a helicopter pilot and his beautiful, strong-willed daughter, they set out to find the island, rescue its lone inhabitant and escape before seismic shockwaves force the island under the sea and bury its treasures forever.

"Journey 2: The Mysterious Island" is directed by Brad Peyton and produced by Beau Flynn & Tripp Vinson and Charlotte Huggins, from a screenplay by Brian Gunn & Mark Gunn, screen story by Richard Outten. Serving as executive producers are Michael Bostick, Evan Turner, Marcus Viscidi, Richard Brener, Samuel J. Brown and Michael Disco. The creative filmmaking team includes director of photography David Tattersall; production designer Bill Boes; costume designer Denise Wingate; and Academy Award® nominee Boyd Shermis ("Poseidon") as visual effects supervisor. The music is composed by Andrew Lockington.

"Journey 2: The Mysterious Island" is a New Line Cinema presentation of a Contrafilm Production and is distributed by Warner Bros. Pictures, a Warner Bros. Entertainment Company. Concurrently, the film is being released in IMAX® theatres worldwide.

It is rated PG for some adventure action and brief, mild language.

www.themysteriousisland.com

For more information please contact:

Candice McDonough, New Line Cinema
(310) 967-6991
Candice.McDonough@NewLine.com


WILL FERRELL AND ZACH GALIFIANAKIS WRAP PRODUCTION
ON JAY ROACH COMEDY "THE CAMPAIGN"

Film Opens Nationwide this Summer

Burbank, CA, March 8, 2012 — Filming has concluded on "The Campaign," starring Will Ferrell and Zach Galifianakis as competing candidates in a no-holds-barred race for congress. The new comedy from "Meet the Parents" director Jay Roach is scheduled to open in theaters on August 10, 2012.

The film also stars Jason Sudeikis, Dylan McDermott and Katherine LaNasa, with John Lithgow, Dan Aykroyd and Brian Cox.

In "The Campaign," when long-term congressman Cam Brady (Ferrell) commits a major public gaffe before an upcoming election, a pair of ultra-wealthy CEOs plot to put up a rival candidate and gain influence over their North Carolina district. Their man: naive Marty Huggins (Galifianakis), director of the local Tourism Center. At first, Marty appears to be the unlikeliest possible choice but, with the help of his new benefactors' support, a cutthroat campaign manager and his family's political connections, he soon becomes a contender who gives the charismatic Cam plenty to worry about. As election day closes in, the two are locked in a dead heat, with insults quickly escalating to injury until all they care about is burying each other, in this mud-slinging, back-stabbing, home-wrecking battle that takes today's political circus to its logical next level. Because even when you think campaign ethics have hit rock bottom, there's room to dig a whole lot deeper.

Directed by Jay Roach and written by Chris Henchy & Shawn Harwell, the film is produced by Will Ferrell, Adam McKay, Jay Roach and Zach Galifianakis. Amy Sayres, Jon Poll and Chris Henchy serve as executive producers.

The creative filmmaking team includes director of photography Jim Denault (Emmy nominee for HBO's "Carnivàle"); production designer Michael Corenblith (Oscar® nominee for "How the Grinch Stole Christmas" and "Apollo 13"); editors Craig Alpert ("Knocked Up," "Borat") and Jon Poll ("Meet the Fockers"); and costume designer Daniel Orlandi ("The Blind Side").

"The Campaign" was filmed in and around New Orleans, beginning in October of 2011. Set for an August 10, 2012 release, it will be distributed by Warner Bros. Pictures, a Warner Bros. Entertainment Company.

For more information please contact:

Stephanie Phillips
(818) 954-2351
stephanie.phillips@warnerbros.com


MOVIEGOERS WORLDWIDE TAKE NEW LINE CINEMA'S "JOURNEY 2: THE
MYSTERIOUS ISLAND" BEYOND THE $100 MILLION MARK

Fans Also Turn Out in Force for its Concurrent IMAX® Release

Burbank, CA, February 14, 2012 — Audiences around the globe have enthusiastically embarked on the new 3D family adventure "Journey 2: The Mysterious Island," delivering more than $112 million in combined domestic and overseas box office. The announcement was made today by Dan Fellman, President of Domestic Distribution, and Veronika Kwan-Rubinek, President of International Distribution, Warner Bros. Pictures.

"Journey 2: The Mysterious Island" opened in North America on Friday, February 10, going on to earn a weekend box office total of $27.3 million. That followed an international release, launched on January 19, which has taken in $85 million to date, exceeding by 85% the success achieved in the same markets by its popular predecessor, the 2008 worldwide hit "Journey to the Center of the Earth."

"Journey 2: The Mysterious Island" is also a major hit on IMAX® screens in more than 410 locations around the world, with a strong box office performance of $8.9 million, and counting.

Fellman stated, "We are immensely happy to see this fun family film become the crowd pleaser we believed it would be and we anticipate continued success as more moviegoers join in the adventure in the weeks to come. Congratulations are in order for the talented filmmakers and cast, as well as our colleagues at New Line Cinema."

"The strength of the film in international markets, releasing as early as three weeks prior to its successful domestic opening, show that this is truly global entertainment," Kwan-Rubinek said. "We're thrilled that audiences everywhere have responded so strongly to the fantastic world brought to life by director Brad Peyton and his wonderful cast and crew."

In this follow-up to the 2008 worldwide hit "Journey to the Center of the Earth," the new adventure begins when young Sean Anderson receives a coded distress signal from a mysterious island where no island should exist. It's a place of strange life forms, mountains of gold, deadly volcanoes, and more than one astonishing secret. Unable to stop him from going, Sean's new stepfather joins the quest. Together with a helicopter pilot and his beautiful, strong-willed daughter, they set out to find the island, rescue its lone inhabitant and escape before seismic shockwaves force the island under the sea and bury its treasures forever.

"Journey 2: The Mysterious Island" stars Dwayne Johnson, Michael Caine, Josh Hutcherson, Vanessa Hudgens, Luis Guzmán and Kristin Davis. It is directed by Brad Peyton and produced by Beau Flynn & Tripp Vinson and Charlotte Huggins, from a screenplay by Brian Gunn & Mark Gunn, screen story by Richard Outten. Serving as executive producers are Michael Bostick, Evan Turner, Marcus Viscidi, Richard Brener, Samuel J. Brown and Michael Disco. The creative filmmaking team includes director of photography David Tattersall; production designer Bill Boes; costume designer Denise Wingate; and Academy Award® nominee Boyd Shermis ("Poseidon") as visual effects supervisor. The music is composed by Andrew Lockington.

"Journey 2: The Mysterious Island" is a new Line Cinema presentation of a Contrafilm Production and is distributed by Warner Bros. Pictures, a Warner Bros. Entertainment Company. Concurrently, the film is being released in IMAX® theatres worldwide.

It is rated PG for some adventure action and brief, mild language.

www.themysteriousisland.com

For more information please contact:

Candice McDonough, New Line Cinema
(310) 967-6991
Candice.McDonough@NewLine.com


NEW LOONEY TUNES CARTOON "DAFFY'S RHAPSODY"
DEBUTS IN THEATERS FEBRUARY 10 WITH
"JOURNEY 2: THE MYSTERIOUS ISLAND"

Burbank, CA, January 30, 2012 – Moviegoers seeing the 3D family adventure "Journey 2: The Mysterious Island" are in for a bonus reel of laughs and action with "Daffy's Rhapsody." The original Looney Tunes cartoon short makes its theatrical debut in tandem with the feature film release from New Line Cinema and Warner Bros. Pictures, opening nationwide Friday, February 10th.

In "Daffy's Rhapsody," a brand new escapade starring Elmer Fudd and Daffy Duck, a relaxing evening at the theater turns into hunting season when Fudd is surprised by the unexpected appearance of his perpetual and ever-elusive target, Daffy. As Elmer gives chase, Daffy cleverly evades him while regaling the audience with a song that illustrates his plight—how hunters never leave him alone.

Featuring an original story and all-new animation, the short stars the voice of the late, legendary Mel Blanc in Daffy's song, recorded in the 1950s, alongside acclaimed voice actor Billy West's current characterization of Elmer Fudd.

Directed by Matthew O'Callaghan, it is the second in a new series of three original 3D cartoon shorts created for theatrical release, in keeping with Warner Bros. Animation's commitment to present the Looney Tunes on the big screen as they were first enjoyed and embraced by audiences around the world.

Sam Register, Executive Vice President, Creative Affairs, Warner Bros. Animation, served as executive producer on "Daffy's Rhapsody," as well as the first short of the series, last year's "I Tawt I Taw a Puddy Tat." He says, "Everyone grew up loving the Looney Tunes characters, and it has been both a great honor and an enormous challenge to continue the legacy of these animation icons and introduce them to a new generation of fans. To hear the incomparable Mel Blanc voicing these characters once more is nothing short of a dream come true."

As with "Journey 2: The Mysterious Island," "Daffy's Rhapsody" will screen in both 2D and 3D, and in IMAX where available, in theaters across the country.

For more information please contact:

Stephanie Phillips
818 954-2351
stephanie.phillips@warnerbros.com


OSCAR® WINNER MERYL STREEP TO NARRATE NEW IMAX® 3D ADVENTURE DOCUMENTARY TO THE ARCTIC

Journey Begins Exclusively In IMAX® Theatres Starting April 20, 2012

Los Angeles, CA – January 23, 2012 – IMAX Corporation (NYSE: IMAX; TSX: IMX), MacGillivray Freeman Films, and Warner Bros. Pictures today announced that two-time Academy Award® winner Meryl Streep will narrate To The Arctic 3D. The film will be released exclusively to select IMAX® theatres starting April 20, 2012.

To The Arctic 3D, from two-time Academy Award®-nominated filmmaker Greg MacGillivray (The Living Sea, Dolphins), is the first co-production from Warner Bros. Pictures, MacGillivray Freeman Films and IMAX Corporation, following the companies' strategic alliance announced late last year.

An extraordinary journey to the top of the world, To The Arctic 3D is the ultimate tale of survival. The film takes audiences on a never-before-experienced journey into the lives of a mother polar bear and her two seven-month- old cubs as they navigate the changing Arctic wilderness they call home. Captivating, adventurous, and intimate footage brings moviegoers up close and personal with this family's struggle to survive in a frigid environment of melting ice, immense glaciers, spectacular waterfalls, and majestic snow-bound peaks.

"To The Arctic was filmed entirely in 15/70mm with spectacular shots designed to take full advantage of the IMAX 3D format, and the story and setting will be made even more powerful by Meryl Streep's unmatched artistry," said Greg MacGillivray, President, MacGillivray Freeman Films and director of To The Arctic. "This is MacGillivray Freeman's third collaboration with Meryl, and we are delighted to pair her prodigious talents with this emotional story of family and hope."

Dan Fellman, President of Domestic Distribution for Warner Bros. Pictures, stated, "Together with IMAX, we have transported audiences from the reaches of space to the depths of the ocean and, most recently, into the untamed jungle. We are thrilled to partner with IMAX and MacGillivray Freeman Films to tell an important story about a vanishing landscape and the animals that count on it for their survival."

"The most enduring relationship is that between a mother and child, which is powerfully portrayed through the polar bear family in To The Arctic," added Greg Foster, Chairman and President, IMAX Filmed Entertainment. "Greg MacGillivray's engaging storytelling combined with the strength of the Warner Bros. and IMAX partnership will deliver for audiences an inspiring glimpse into how the ties between family prevail above all else."

Meryl Streep most recently earned a Golden Globe Award for her leading role as Margaret Thatcher in Phyllida Lloyd's new film "The Iron Lady." Her numerous honors include an astonishing 16 Academy Award® nominations, including her two Oscar® wins for her work in "Sophie's Choice" and "Kramer vs. Kramer," as well as 26 Golden Globe nominations, with additional wins for her performances in "Julie & Julia," "The Devil Wears Prada," "Angels in America," "Adaptation," "Sophie's Choice," "The French Lieutenant's Woman," and "Kramer vs. Kramer." Streep's many other additional credits include the recent award-winning films "Mamma Mia," "Doubt," and "The Hours." She next stars in the comedy "Great Home Springs," to be released by later this year.

About To The Arctic 3D
To The Arctic 3D is an IMAX, MacGillivray Freeman Films and Warner Bros. Pictures co-production and a presentation of One World One Ocean (www.oneworldoneocean.org). The film was produced in association with Campion Foundation, Reynders, McVeigh Capital Management, Canadian Museum of Civilization and MacGillivray Freeman Films Educational Foundation. To The Arctic was shot by Greg MacGillivray, Brad Ohlund, Bob Cranston, Howard Hall, Ron Goodman and Jack Tankard, produced by Shaun MacGillivray, written by Stephen Judson and executive produced by Tom Campion, Chat Reynders and Harrison Smith. The film's companion book, To The Arctic, featuring photography by wildlife photographer Florian Schulz, is now available from Braided River, whose books combine photography and essays to raise awareness about some of the world's last great wild places (www.welcometothearctic.org). More information about the film can be found at http://www.imax.com/tothearctic.

About MacGillivray Freeman Films
MacGillivray Freeman Films is the world's foremost independent producer and distributor of giant-screen 70mm films with 35 IMAX films to its credit. Throughout the company's 40-year history, its films have won numerous international awards including two Academy Award® nominations and three films inducted into the IMAX Hall of Fame. To The Arctic 3D follows in the company's long tradition of producing films that call attention to the natural world. It is the first film presentation of One World One Ocean, a multi-year, multi-platform campaign established by company founder Greg MacGillivray to change how people see and value the world's oceans. MacGillivray Freeman's films are known for their artistry and celebration of science and the natural world.

About IMAX Corporation
IMAX Corporation is one of the world's leading entertainment and technology companies, specializing in the creation and delivery of premium, awe-inspiring entertainment experiences. With a growing suite of cutting-edge motion picture and sound technologies, and a globally recognized entertainment brand, IMAX is singularly situated at the convergence of the entertainment industry, innovation and the digital media world. The industry's top filmmakers and studios are utilizing IMAX theatres to connect with audiences in extraordinary ways, and as such, the IMAX network is among the most important and successful theatrical distribution platforms for major event films around the globe. The Company's new digital projection and sound systems - combined with a growing blockbuster film slate - are fueling the rapid expansion of the IMAX network in established markets such as North America, Western Europe, and Japan, as well as emerging markets such as China and Russia. IMAX theaters deliver the world's best cinematic presentations using proprietary IMAX®, IMAX 3D®, and IMAX DMR® (Digital Re-Mastering) technologies. IMAX DMR enables virtually any motion picture to be transformed into the unparalleled image and sound quality of The IMAX Experience®.

IMAX is headquartered in New York, Toronto and Los Angeles, with offices in London, Tokyo, Shanghai and Beijing. As of September 30, 2011, there were 583 IMAX theatres (441 commercial multiplex, 23 commercial destination and 119 institutional) operating in 48 countries.

IMAX®, IMAX® 3D, IMAX DMR®, Experience It In IMAX®, An IMAX 3D Experience® and The IMAX Experience® are trademarks of IMAX Corporation. More information about the Company can be found at www.imax.com. You may also connect with IMAX on Facebook (www.facebook.com/imax), Twitter (www.twitter.com/imax) and YouTube (www.youtube.com/imaxmovies).

This press release contains forward looking statements that are based on management's assumptions and existing information and involve certain risks and uncertainties which could cause actual results to differ materially from future results expressed or implied by such forward looking statements. Important factors that could affect these statements include, but are not limited to, general economic, market or business conditions, including the length and severity of the current economic downturn, the opportunities that may be presented to and pursued by the Company, competitive actions by other companies, the performance of IMAX DMR films, conditions in the in-home and out-of home entertainment industries, the signing of theatre system agreements, changes in law or regulations, conditions, changes and developments in the commercial exhibition industry, the failure to convert theatre system backlog into revenue, new business initiatives, investments and operations in foreign jurisdictions and any future international expansion, foreign currency fluctuations and the Company's prior restatements and the related litigation. These factors and other risks and uncertainties are discussed in the Company's most recent Annual Report on Form 10-K and most recent Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q.

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"JOYFUL NOISE" SOUNDTRACK DEBUTS AT #1 ON BILLBOARD SOUNDTRACK CHART

Soundtrack Features New Music Performed by Dolly Parton, Queen Latifah,
Kirk Franklin, Keke Palmer and others

January 18, 2012 - WaterTower Music's soundtrack to Alcon Entertainment's and Warner Bros. Pictures' Joyful Noise debuts this week at #1 on Billboard's Soundtrack Chart, #2 on Billboard's Independent Current Albums chart, and landed a Top 20 debut on Billboard's Top Current Albums chart.

The soundtrack features performances by Grammy® Lifetime Achievement Award recipient and Oscar® nominee Dolly Parton; Oscar® nominee, Grammy® and Golden Globe Award winner Queen Latifah; and BET and NAACP Award winner Keke Palmer. Five-time Grammy® winner (and ten-time nominee) Mervyn Warren produced and arranged the Joyful Noise soundtrack.

Parton, who penned three new songs for the collection, recently performed two of those songs on national TV: "From Here to the Moon and Back" on the Late Show with David Letterman, and "Not Enough," a duet with co-star Queen Latifah, on NBC's Today Show. The third song Parton wrote, "He's Everything," is also on the soundtrack, which includes the film's stars performing renditions of memorable songs originally recorded by a wide range of artists: Chris Brown, Michael Jackson, Paul McCartney, Sly & the Family Stone, Usher, and Stevie Wonder.

The collection also includes tracks by some of the finest acts in gospel and R&B. Grammy winner Kirk Franklin wrote and takes the vocal reins on his jubilant new song "In Love," and award-winning gospel vocalist Karen Peck creates harmonic gold on "Mighty High." Dolly Parton and Mervyn Warren will be featured on Sirius XM's "The Bob Edwards Show" on Friday, January 20, 2012.

ABOUT THE FILM
Oscar® nominees Queen Latifah ("Chicago," "Hairspray") and Dolly Parton ("Transamerica," "Steel Magnolias," "Nine to Five") star in Alcon Entertainment's and Warner Bros. Pictures' "Joyful Noise," a funny and inspirational story of music, hope, love and renewal.

The small town of Pacashau, Georgia, has fallen on hard times, but the people are counting on the Divinity Church Choir to lift their spirits by winning the National Joyful Noise Competition. The choir has always known how to sing in harmony, but the discord between its two leading ladies now threatens to tear them apart. Their newly appointed director, Vi Rose Hill (Latifah), stubbornly wants to stick with their tried-and-true traditional style, while the fiery G.G. Sparrow (Parton) thinks tried-and-true translates to tired-and-old. Shaking things up even more is the arrival of G.G.'s rebellious grandson, Randy (Jeremy Jordan). Randy has an ear for music, but he also has an eye for Vi Rose's beautiful and talented daughter, Olivia (Keke Palmer), and the sparks between the two teenagers are causing even more friction between G.G. and Vi Rose. If these two strong-willed women can put aside their differences for the good of the people in their town, they—and their choir—may make the most joyful noise of all.

Starring with Latifah and Parton are Keke Palmer ("Akeelah and the Bee"), Courtney B. Vance ("Extraordinary Measures"), Jeremy Jordan (Broadway's "Bonnie and Clyde"), and Kris Kristofferson ("Dolphin Tale"). Rounding out the main cast are Dexter Darden, Angela Grovey, Paul Woolfolk and Jesse L. Martin.

Alcon Entertainment presents a Farrell Paura Productions/O.N.C. Entertainment Production, "Joyful Noise," being distributed by Warner Bros. Pictures, a Warner Bros. Entertainment Company. The film opens nationwide on January 13, 2012. This film has been rated PG-13 for some language including a sexual reference.

www.joyfulnoisethemovie.com

For further information please contact:
Gaby Alvarez
gaby@missingpiecegroup.com

Joe Stahl
joe@missingpiecegroup.com
862-234-0801


WARNER BROS. PICTURES GROUP HAS ANOTHER RECORD-BREAKING YEAR AT THE BOX OFFICE

With a combined box office exceeding $4.7 billion, Warner Bros. is the only studio in history to surpass the $4 billion benchmark for three consecutive years.

BURBANK, CA - January 6, 2012 - The Warner Bros. Pictures Group enjoyed another hugely successful year, with a combined worldwide box office gross of more than $4.7 billion, led by 2011's top-grossing film, "Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows - Part 2." The announcement was made today by Jeff Robinov, President, Warner Bros. Pictures Group.

Warner Bros. has now exceeded $4 billion globally for three consecutive years, a milestone no other studio has ever achieved. In addition, with a domestic box office gross of more than $1.83 billion, Warner Bros. is the only studio to surpass the billion dollar mark eleven years in a row, and, in addition, it has done so 12 out of the last 13 years. Setting another record, Warner Bros. is the only studio to have topped $1.8 billion domestically for three years running.

There have also been a number of international benchmarks. The studio has surpassed $1 billion at the international box office a total of 14 times, with four of those years exceeding $2 billion, including 2011. The studio earned $2.87 billion internationally last year, and was the number one studio in Europe.

In making the announcement, Robinov stated, "Our 2011 slate saw a broad range of hits that encompassed comedy, action, suspense, and, of course, a little magic. We share these successes with our production partners, as well as all those who worked so hard, not only to make the movies but to bring them to a worldwide audience."

The cornerstone of the studio's success in 2011 was the record-breaking finale of the top-grossing Harry Potter film franchise, "Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows - Part 2," which earned more than $1.33 billion worldwide to become not only the highest-grossing film of the year but also the third-highest-grossing of all time, globally. Among the numerous records that the film broke during its theatrical run, it had the biggest opening weekend of all time, both domestically and internationally, and, on the international side, it is the highest-grossing Warner Bros. movie of all time.

A wide variety of other Warner Bros. releases that opened in 2011 went on to gross well over $100 million worldwide, just a few of which include "The Hangover Part II" ($586 million), "Horrible Bosses" ($215 million), "Final Destination 5" ($164 million), "Crazy, Stupid, Love." ($148 million), and "Contagion" ($141 million), as well as the current release "Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows," which has grossed $286 million worldwide to date, with 25 international markets, including a number of major territories, yet to open. Warner Bros. also saw nine of its releases open at number one domestically.

Looking ahead to 2012, Warner Bros. Pictures has some of the most anticipated films of the coming year, with just a sample including "Wrath of the Titans," the sequel to the blockbuster "Clash of the Titans," starring Sam Worthington, Liam Neeson and Ralph Fiennes; Tim Burton's "Dark Shadows," with Johnny Depp leading an all-star ensemble cast, including Michelle Pfeiffer, Helena Bonham Carter and Eva Green; Adam Shankman's screen version of the hit musical "Rock of Ages," starring Tom Cruise, Julianne Hough, Russell Brand, Paul Giamatti, Catherine Zeta-Jones, Malin Akerman, Mary J. Blige, Bryan Cranston and Alec Baldwin; "The Dark Knight Rises," Christopher Nolan's epic conclusion to his Batman trilogy, starring Christian Bale, Michael Caine, Anne Hathaway, Tom Hardy, Gary Oldman, Marion Cotillard, Joseph Gordon-Levitt and Morgan Freeman; the true-life drama "Argo," directed by and starring Ben Affleck; the drama "The Gangster Squad," starring Sean Penn, Josh Brolin, Ryan Gosling and Emma Stone; Peter Jackson's return to Middle-earth with "The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey"; and Baz Luhrmann's screen adaptation of the classic "The Great Gatsby," starring Leonardo DiCaprio in the title role.

For additional information, please contact:
Warner Bros. Entertainment
Paul McGuire
(818) 954-6152
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Jessica Zacholl
(818) 954-3599
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"SHERLOCK HOLMES: A GAME OF SHADOWS"
CONTINUES ITS SUCCESS WORLDWIDE

BURBANK, CA, January 4, 2012 - Warner Bros. Pictures' and Village Roadshow Pictures' "Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows" continued its strong run through the holiday frame, with exceptional numbers at both the domestic and international box offices. The international performance is made even more impressive by the fact that the film is tracking better than 2009's blockbuster "Sherlock Holmes"—which grossed $315 million internationally and $524 million worldwide—with "Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows" still to be released in many major international markets. The announcement was made today by Dan Fellman, President of Domestic Distribution, and Veronika Kwan-Rubinek, President of International Distribution, Warner Bros. Pictures.

"Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows" has earned more than $265 million worldwide, with an estimated $140 million and counting on the domestic side. Internationally, the box office numbers are pacing ahead of the first "Sherlock Holmes" in the same territories in the same time frame, with the new film yet to open in 25 markets, including Australia, China, Brazil, France, Spain and Japan.

Robert Downey Jr. reprises his role as the world's most famous detective, Sherlock Holmes, and Jude Law returns as his friend and colleague, Dr. Watson, in "Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows."

Sherlock Holmes has always been the smartest man in the room...until now. There is a new criminal mastermind at large—Professor James Moriarty (Jared Harris)—and not only is he Holmes' intellectual equal, but his capacity for evil, coupled with a complete lack of conscience, may give him an advantage over the renowned detective. Holmes' investigation into Moriarty's plot becomes more dangerous as it leads him and Watson out of London to France, Germany and finally Switzerland. But the cunning Moriarty is always one step ahead, and moving perilously close to completing his sinister plan. If he succeeds, it will not only bring him immense wealth and power but alter the course of history.

Filmmaker Guy Ritchie returned to direct "Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows," the follow-up to the smash hit "Sherlock Holmes." The sequel reunited producers Joel Silver, Lionel Wigram, Susan Downey and Dan Lin. Bruce Berman and Steve Clark-Hall served as executive producers. The film also stars Noomi Rapace, Jared Harris, Eddie Marsan, Kelly Reilly, and Rachel McAdams. "Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows" was written by Michele Mulroney & Kieran Mulroney. Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson were created by the late Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, and appear in stories and novels by him.

Warner Bros. Pictures presents, in association with Village Roadshow Pictures, a Silver Pictures Production, in association with Wigram Productions, a Guy Ritchie Film, "Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows." The film is being distributed by Warner Bros. Pictures, a Warner Bros. Entertainment Company, and in select territories by Village Roadshow Pictures. The film has been rated PG-13 for intense sequences of violence and action and some drug material.

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