Sing 2

NiftyMediaArt inks a groundbreaking deal with Toon Tha Maker and LS+B, an ensemble of Grammy and Emmy Award winners launching the Lonely Sox Social Club NFT collection bringing to life the exclusive NFT Collection, the Lonely Sox Social Club.

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Wednesday, June 29, 2022

NEW YORK, June 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- NiftyMediaArt, Pixlhaus Entertainment, and music group LS+B (Leather Sox + Basics) close out NFT NYC week by announcing their partnership to develop the Lonely Sox Social Club, an exclusive art and music NFT (non-fungible token) collection.

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  • The Lonely Sox Social Club (LSSC) is the creation of visionary animation/ NFT artist Toon Tha Maker of Pixlhaus, in collaboration with musical group LS+B.
  • LS+B is a "supergroup" collaborative effort bringing together three music and creative titans, Shafiq Husayn, Josh Stevens, and Ikuma Matsuda.
  • Dan Hoffman, Co-founder of NiftyMediaArt, commented: "We're thrilled to be a part of the legendary collaboration that brings talented artists and musicians together.
  • "The vision for the Lonely Sox Social Club is to create an engaging, feel-good Web3 experience where community, commerce, and good vibes beautifully come together," said Toon Tha Maker.

Illumination’s Global Icons, the Minions, Team With Acclaimed Graphic Artist Verdy to Celebrate Capsule Collection

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Friday, June 17, 2022

UNIVERSAL CITY, Calif., June 17, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Inspired by the new Illumination film, Minions: The Rise of Gru, the Minions, in collaboration with Universal Brand Development, have teamed with graphic artist Verdy, the founder of streetwear labels Girls Don’t Cry and Wasted Youth, to launch the Verdy x Minions capsule collection exclusively at Universal Studios Hollywood, beginning June 17, and at Universal Studios Japan, beginning June 24.

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  • Im happy to continue my relationship with Illuminations Minions, said Verdy.
  • Illuminations Minions are global icons, andtheyve profoundly influenced pop culture and fashion worldwide, saysScott Schiraj, Director, Franchise Management, Universal Brand Development.
  • Illuminations smash hit, Sing, has now became the studios latest global franchise with Sing 2 in December 2021.
  • VERDY is a graphic artist from Osaka, Japan who currently resides inTokyo.

ILLUMINATION'S MINIONS TAKE OVER HOLLYWOOD TO CELEBRATE THE RELEASE OF "MINIONS: THE RISE OF GRU"

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Tuesday, June 14, 2022

All weekend, fans can enjoy Minions photo opportunities and activities under the famous Ovation Hollywood Arch at Hollywood Blvd.

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  • All weekend, fans can enjoy Minions photo opportunities and activities under the famous Ovation Hollywood Arch at Hollywood Blvd.
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    UNIVERSAL CITY, Calif., June 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Illumination's Minions are taking over Hollywood to celebrate the July 1 release of the new chapter from the biggest animated global franchise in history, Minions: The Rise of Gru.
  • Minions: The Rise of Grustars a thrilling new cast and features a killer'70s soundtrack courtesy of legendary Grammy-winning music producer Jack Antonoff.
  • On Saturday, June 25 at 11 a.m., the Minions take over Ovation Hollywood, the premiere entertainment complex in the heart of Hollywood at Hollywood Blvd.

HIPPEAS® Launches Limited-Edition Minions-Themed Snacks

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Monday, June 6, 2022

NEW YORK, June 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- HIPPEAS®, Organic Chickpea Snacks, is spreading The Peas & Love with the launch of its Minions-themed snacks for the summer! The launch of HIPPEAS®product in support of the new Illumination film, Minions: The Rise of Gru (in theaters July 1), will be available in limited-edition packs of HIPPEAS® Organic Chickpea Puffs in four far-out flavors and a variety of sizes – perfect for on-the-go travel and summer entertaining. HIPPEAS® limited-edition Minions-themed snacks will be available at HIPPEAS.com and on Amazon as well as nationwide in-store in club, mass, drug and conventional retailers from May through August 2022.

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  • HIPPEAS has replaced its iconic chickpea smile graphic on-pack with a Minion character for each flavor both Minions and HIPPEAS share a similar yellow hue, which could not be more perfect for a collaboration.
  • "Minions are a global pop-culture phenomenon, and we could not be more thrilled to collaborate with Illumination on this limited-edition release of our HIPPEAS Organic Chickpea Puffs," said Paul Nardone, HIPPEAS CEO.
  • HIPPEAS Organic Chickpea Puffs have 4 grams of plant-protein, 3 grams of fiber and only 170 calories per 1 oz.
  • HIPPEAS Organic Chickpea Snacks are USDA Certified Organic, certified gluten-free, non-GMO and vegan.

HelloFresh, Illumination and Universal Pictures Launch Minions Pizza Kit and Contest in Celebration of Illumination’s Minions: The Rise of Gru Theatrical Release

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Tuesday, May 31, 2022

Offering endless options for customization and deliciousness, each Minions Pizza Kit features thin-crust pizza dough and a wide array of farm fresh ingredients to make four personal-sized pizzas. With toppings like mozzarella cheese, pesto, spinach, green pepper, sausage, and mushrooms -- plus some unconventional, mischievous additions -- consumers can tap their creativity in the kitchen to design a tasty pizza that will look just like their favorite Minion.

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  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20220531005710/en/
    Consumers are invited to enter the Cook Up Some Mischief: Minions Pizza Challenge to win their very own Cheese Blaster.
  • Taking the mayhem from kitchens to theaters nationwide, HelloFresh is also offering two Fandango movie tickets* to see Minions: The Rise of Gru at their local theater with each purchase of the Minions Pizza Kit.
  • With each pizza kit, families can add some creativity -- and maybe even a little mayhem -- to pizza night.
  • The HelloFresh Minions Pizza Kit is available for delivery from June 18 through July 1 for $19.99.

ILLUMINATION AND UNIVERSAL PICTURES ANNOUNCE "THE SING 2 SING-ALONG EXPERIENCE", CELEBRATING ILLUMINATION'S SING 2

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Friday, March 18, 2022

UNIVERSAL CITY, Calif., March 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- To celebrate the success of Illumination's smash musical sensation, Sing 2, Illumination and Universal Pictures today announced the launch of The Sing 2 Sing-Along Experience in theaters nationwide.

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  • UNIVERSAL CITY, Calif., March 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- To celebrate the success of Illumination's smash musical sensation, Sing 2, Illumination and Universal Pictures today announced the launch of The Sing 2 Sing-Along Experience in theaters nationwide.
  • The Sing 2 Sing Along provides fans that feeling again and again and again throughout the film.
  • Illumination, which has an exclusive financing and distribution partnership with Universal Pictures, is the creator of the world of Despicable Me.
  • Illumination's smash hit, Sing, has now became the studio's latest global franchise with Sing 2 in December 2021.

ILLUMINATION AND UNIVERSAL PICTURES ANNOUNCE EXCLUSIVE SNEAK PREVIEW SCREENINGS OF ILLUMINATION'S "SING 2"

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Thursday, November 4, 2021

Audiences will be able to experience Sing 2 at screenings at more than 1,000 theaters nationwide at approximately 5 p.m. (local time) on Nov. 27.

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  • Audiences will be able to experience Sing 2 at screenings at more than 1,000 theaters nationwide at approximately 5 p.m. (local time) on Nov. 27.
  • This is our own way of giving thanks for movie audiences across the country this Thanksgiving weekend."
  • The filmis written and directed by acclaimed returning filmmaker Garth Jennings and is produced by Illumination founder and CEO Chris Meledandri and byJanet Healy.
  • Illumination, which has an exclusive financing and distribution partnership with Universal Pictures, is the creator of the world of Despicable Me.

Cinemark Delivers Best COVID-Era Box Office Performance in Month of October

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Sunday, October 31, 2021

Cinemark Holdings, Inc., one of the worlds largest and most influential movie theatre companies, today announced that October was the companys highest grossing box office performance month in the COVID era.

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  • Cinemark Holdings, Inc., one of the worlds largest and most influential movie theatre companies, today announced that October was the companys highest grossing box office performance month in the COVID era.
  • I am thrilled that we have reached a new milestone within the industrys recovery, delivering our best monthly box office performance since the reopening of our theatres.
  • I want to thank our entire Cinemark team that has worked tirelessly to provide a premium out-of-home entertaining escape for moviegoers.
  • Following the industrys ramp-up in the first half of 2021, the month of October was a pivotal turning point.