Films using computer-generated imagery

'Sharknado' Dives Into VR for the First Time in Franchise History With VR Game

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Wednesday, November 7, 2018
Film, Virtual reality, English-language films, Films using computer-generated imagery, Digital media, Sharknado, New media, User interface techniques, VR

REGINA, Saskatchewan, Nov. 7, 2018 /PRNewswire/ --"Sharknado VR: Eye of the Storm," the world's first virtual reality Sharknado experience made by Autumn VR, throws gamers into the bloody action.

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  • REGINA, Saskatchewan, Nov. 7, 2018 /PRNewswire/ --"Sharknado VR: Eye of the Storm," the world's first virtual reality Sharknado experience made by Autumn VR, throws gamers into the bloody action.
  • "In 'Sharknado VR: Eye of the Storm,' players find themselves in the middle of the gory action as they battle freak, fin-filled weather phenomena," explains Dave Hansen, producer and director at Autumn VR.
  • For more information on the game and the latest from Autumn VR, visit http://sharknadovr.com and follow "Sharknado VR" on Twitter , Facebook , Instagram , and YouTube .
  • In 2017, Autumn VR executive produced the VR horror game, "Paranormal Activity: The Lost Soul," and also produced the first VR feature film: "Jesus VR: The Story of Christ."

Bell Media and Warner Bros. Pictures Canada Partner in Multiplatform Media Campaign for Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald

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Wednesday, November 7, 2018
Film, Entertainment, Bell Media, Wizarding World, British films, Films using computer-generated imagery, Harry Potter, IMAX films, etalk, Elaine Lui, Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald, Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them

The campaign, which launched earlier this month, will continue through the film's worldwide theatrical release on Nov. 16.

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  • The campaign, which launched earlier this month, will continue through the film's worldwide theatrical release on Nov. 16.
  • The campaign includes an exciting Facebook Live event on Nov. 8, hosted by Lainey Lui, from CTV's THE SOCIAL and ETALK.
  • The Fantastic Beasts Crimes of Grindelwald campaign will roll out across additional Bell Media properties including:
    Fantastic Friday themed episodes that include in-show segments on ETALK, andbillboards on YOUR MORNING, THE SOCIAL, and THE MARILYN DENIS SHOW.
  • "We're pleased to be working with Bell Media on the second installment of Fantastic Beasts," said Sandra Power, Sr.

Warner Bros. Pictures' "Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald" to be Released in ScreenX

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Thursday, October 25, 2018
Film, Fiction, Entertainment, IMAX films, English-language films, Films using computer-generated imagery, British films, Wizarding World, Aquaman in other media, Shazam!, Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them, Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald

The ScreenX slate continues in December with the much-anticipated undersea epic Aquaman, followed by the first solo feature of fan-favorite Shazam!in April 2019.

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  • The ScreenX slate continues in December with the much-anticipated undersea epic Aquaman, followed by the first solo feature of fan-favorite Shazam!in April 2019.
  • ScreenX is the world's first multi-projection theatre technology that allows a 270-degree panoramic movie watching experience.
  • "We are thrilled to bring the ScreenX experience to 'Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald' through our partnership with Warner Bros. Pictures," stated CJ 4DPLEX.
  • ScreenX has quickly enhanced its international reach, successfully screening Hollywood blockbusters and local feature films alike, including a record of five Hollywood blockbusters released in ScreenX this year.

Forget Nerd Dating - This Dating Site Is for Star Wars Fans Only

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Monday, October 1, 2018
Film, Fiction, Culture, English-language films, Films using computer-generated imagery, Rey, Star Wars video games, Star Wars, Alderaan, The Force

Now Star Wars fans that believe true love means never having to explain Star Wars references can stop looking for love in Alderaan places.

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  • Now Star Wars fans that believe true love means never having to explain Star Wars references can stop looking for love in Alderaan places.
  • A Star Wars dating site, called Find Your Forces , is now officially open to fans around the country.
  • It's true, in the 40+ years since A New Hope was released (1977), Star Wars fans have been given their own niche in just about everything.
  • "There was 'Geek' dating and 'Nerd' dating geared towards Star Wars fans, but never a single option for Star Wars fans only," says co-founder D. Newman (username ReyofLight).

Jazwares announces strategic toy and digital entertainment partnership with WeKids Asia

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Tuesday, September 4, 2018
Film, English-language films, Animation, Films using computer-generated imagery, Media franchises, Hotel Transylvania

SUNRISE, Fla., Sept. 4, 2018 /PRNewswire/ --Jazwares, LLC a global leader in toys and licensing, and Chinese animation distribution specialist and brand manager WeKids Asia Ltd. announce the formation of a strategic partnership.

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  • SUNRISE, Fla., Sept. 4, 2018 /PRNewswire/ --Jazwares, LLC a global leader in toys and licensing, and Chinese animation distribution specialist and brand manager WeKids Asia Ltd. announce the formation of a strategic partnership.
  • The partnership kicks off with WeKids Asia securing Chinese airing of The Hotel Transylvania TV series.
  • The introduction of Jazwares' highly-anticipated Hotel Transylvania toy line will be distributed by WeKids to the Greater China market following the release of box-office giant Hotel Transylvania 3 in July of this year.
  • The partnership will take center stage this October at the China Toy Show in Shanghai where they'll unveil plans to roll out more of Jazwares' top performing toy lines.

Bob Simonds' STX Adds Nick Jonas to Star-Studded UGLYDOLLS Film

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Wednesday, August 29, 2018
Film, Cinema of the United States, Films using computer-generated imagery, Spider-Man films, Entertainment, English-language films, STX Entertainment, Uglydoll, Pitbull, Spider-Man

"Nick Jonas is not only a talented musician, he's also an accomplished actor beloved by millions of passionate fans around the world," said Adam Fogelson, Chairman of STXfilms.

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  • "Nick Jonas is not only a talented musician, he's also an accomplished actor beloved by millions of passionate fans around the world," said Adam Fogelson, Chairman of STXfilms.
  • "Over the last several years, Nick has proven there's not much he can't do, and we're ecstatic to have him join Kelly and Pitbull in this charming and funny film."
  • STXfilms will release UGLYDOLLS in theaters in 2019 as launch vehicle for STX Entertainment's UglyDolls franchise.
  • The film has passed "Spider-Man" to become Sony's highest-grossing film ever at the U.S. box office.

Sharknado Dives into VR for the First Time in Franchise History

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Monday, August 20, 2018
Film, English-language films, Films using computer-generated imagery, Sharknado, VR

Revealed over the weekend at the Sharknado 6 movie premiere in LA, Sharknado VR: Eye of the Storm celebrates the terror and laughter of the famous fan-driven Sharknado movie franchise as well as adds a few new surprises not seen in the films.

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  • Revealed over the weekend at the Sharknado 6 movie premiere in LA, Sharknado VR: Eye of the Storm celebrates the terror and laughter of the famous fan-driven Sharknado movie franchise as well as adds a few new surprises not seen in the films.
  • "In Sharknado VR: Eye of the Storm, players find themselves in the middle of the gory action as they battle freak, fin-filled weather phenomena," explains Dave Hansen, producer and director at Autumn VR.
  • For more information on the game and the latest from Autumn VR, visit http://sharknadovr.com/ and follow Sharknado VR on Twitter , Facebook , Instagram , and YouTube .
  • In 2017, Autumn VR executive produced the VR horror game, Paranormal Activity: The Lost Soul, and also produced the first VR feature film: Jesus VR: The Story of Christ.

Brand USA's Film "National Parks Adventure" Expected to Generate More Than 172,000 International Visits to the United States and Increase Visitor Spending by $700 Million

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Tuesday, August 14, 2018
English-language films, Films using computer-generated imagery, Cinema of the United States, Films, Scouting in popular culture, Up

Research by Phocuswright and Oxford Economics found that "National Parks Adventure" will generate $700 million in incremental spend and 172,335 incremental visitors to the United States from Fiscal Year 2017 through Fiscal Year 2019.

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  • Research by Phocuswright and Oxford Economics found that "National Parks Adventure" will generate $700 million in incremental spend and 172,335 incremental visitors to the United States from Fiscal Year 2017 through Fiscal Year 2019.
  • As an organization, we're humbled and honored to hold up high the people, culture, and experiences the United States offer travelers through giant screen films."
  • The film was voted Best Film of the Year by the Giant Screen Cinema Association and became the highest grossing documentary film of 2016.
  • The organization's mission is to increase international visitation to the USA in order to fuel the U.S. economy and enhance the image of the United States worldwide.

From Universal Pictures Home Entertainment: Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom

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Tuesday, July 24, 2018
Film, Cinema of the United States, Entertainment, English-language films, Films using computer-generated imagery, IMAX films, Universal Studios Hollywood, Genetic engineering in fiction, Jurassic Park, Jurassic World, Jurassic, The Lost World

With the release of Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom, the Jurassic franchise is now one of the top grossing franchises of all-time grossing over $4.7 billion at the box office.

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  • With the release of Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom, the Jurassic franchise is now one of the top grossing franchises of all-time grossing over $4.7 billion at the box office.
  • Now fans can experience the glory of all five movies in one complete must-own set including, Jurassic Park, The Lost World: Jurassic Park, Jurassic Park III, Jurassic World and the all-new movie Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom.
  • FALLEN KINGDOM: The Conversation Filmmakers and cast sit down for a candid and casual conversation about Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom.
  • A Song for the KINGDOM Justice Smith sings for the cast and crew of Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom.

Sony Pictures Animation And Amazon Alexa Tell Bedtime Stories Voiced By The Cast Of Hotel Transylvania 3: Summer Vacation

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Monday, July 2, 2018
Film, English-language films, Animation, Films using computer-generated imagery, Hotel Transylvania, Amazon Alexa, Alexa Internet, Transylvania, Alexa, Sony Pictures

A new story, nursery rhyme, or joke read by the popular cast will be available every day through Hotel Transylvania 3: Summer Vacation's nationwide release on July 13.

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  • A new story, nursery rhyme, or joke read by the popular cast will be available every day through Hotel Transylvania 3: Summer Vacation's nationwide release on July 13.
  • Customers can access this new skill by simply saying, "Alexa, open Hotel Transylvania."
  • In addition to bedtime stories, customers can also set up a custom Hotel Transylvania alarm for Alexa through the Amazon Alexa app.
  • Commenting on the announcement, Elias Plishner, Executive Vice President, Worldwide Digital Marketing, Sony Pictures Entertainment, said, "The Hotel Transylvania characters have won over young audiences and their families for years.