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Disneynature’s ‘Chimpanzee’ to be Screened at NYICFF in March

Stitch Kingdom — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 20:57:23 +0000

As part of the 2012 New York International Children’s Film Festival, filmgoers in the New York City area will have the opportunity to see Disneynature’s newest film, Chimpanzee, more than a month before its theatrical release.

Chimpanzee tells the true-life story of an adorable young chimp named Oscar. Oscar’s playful curiosity and zest for discovery showcase the intelligence and ingenuity of some of the most extraordinary personalities in the animal kingdom.

The world is a playground for little Oscar and his fellow young chimps, who’d rather make mayhem than join their parents for an afternoon nap. Working together, Oscar’s chimpanzee family – including his mom, Isha, and the group’s savvy leader, Freddy – navigates the complex territory of the forest. But when Oscar’s family is confronted by a rival community of chimps, he is left to fend for himself until a surprising ally steps in and changes his life forever.

Tickets for the screening, which will take place on Saturday, March 10, are available to the public for $13 or $10 at the group rate. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit TicketWeb.

Chimpanzee opens in theaters nationwide on April 20, 2012.

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‘African Cats’ from Disneynature Available to Own October 4; Disney to Donate Portion of Proceeds

Stitch Kingdom — Wed, 15 Jun 2011 16:54:22 +0000

On October 4, don‘t miss Disneynature’s latest home entertainment release, African Cats (now available for pre-order), an epic film profiling two incredible families as they strive to make a home in the wilds of Africa. Disneynature African Cats will debut as a 2-Disc Blu-ray™ + DVD Combo Pack, a High Definition Movie Download and/or On-Demand viewing on Tuesday, October 4, and is the perfect family-friendly film that provides an exciting journey into the wild while also raising consumer awareness for these incredible animals. For every movie purchased through October 10, 2011, Disneynature will be contributing $.50 for each Blu-ray/DVD combo pack or movie download sold through the Disney Worldwide Conservation Fund to the ‘See African Cats, Save the Savanna’ effort — an initiative developed between Disneynature and the African Wildlife Foundation (AWF) to protect lions, cheetah, elephants, zebra, giraffe and a host other species in Africa.

African Cats takes viewers deep into the breathtaking African savanna to witness the heart-stopping rivalry between two lion prides and the epic journey of one brave cheetah family. Shot over the course of two and a half years using state-of-the-art camera equipment, African Cats captures the awe-inspiring beauty of one of the wildest places on Earth as it tells the dramatic and often intimate stories of Mara, an endearing lion cub who strives to grow up with her mother‘s strength, spirit and wisdom; Sita, a fearless cheetah and single mother of five mischievous newborns; and Fang, a proud leader of the pride who must defend his family from a rival lion clan.

An awe-inspiring adventure blending family bonds with the power and cunning of the wild, African Cats captures the real-life love, humor and determination of these majestic kings of the savanna in an exciting, heartwarming and visually stunning tale that is sure to engage children and adults alike. The film is narrated by Oscar®-nominated actor Samuel L. Jackson and directed by Alastair Fothergill (Disneynature EARTH) and Keith? Scholey.

In addition to the film, the discs include an incredible array of bonus features that take viewers deeper into the savanna through extensive interactive behind-the-scenes footage including filmmaker and conservationist interviews, an incredibly touching music video featuring Jordin Sparks singing ‘The World I Knew,’ plus a look at the global efforts to which The Disney Worldwide Conservation Fund

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‘African Cats’ on Disney Blu-ray/DVD October 4

Stitch Kingdom — Mon, 13 Jun 2011 21:23:27 +0000

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‘African Cats’ Moviegoers Save More Than 50,000 Acres of Savanna

Stitch Kingdom — Mon, 02 May 2011 12:57:50 +0000

Disneynature announced today that its “See ‘African Cats,’ Save the Savanna” campaign will help protect more than 50,000 acres of land in Kenya’s Amboseli Wildlife Corridor on behalf of the moviegoers who came out to see Disneynature’s motion picture “African Cats” during its opening week (April 22-28, 2011). A portion of the proceeds from the opening-week ticket sales will be donated to the African Wildlife Foundation (AWF) through the Disney Worldwide Conservation Fund to ensure the future of lions, cheetahs, elephants, zebras, giraffes and a host of other animals in the vibrant African savanna.

The area to be protected equates to 100 Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Parks or more than twice the size of Manhattan. The AWF will be working to establish the Amboseli Wildlife Corridor, a passage between the Amboseli, Tsavo West and Chyulu Hills National Parks that is frequently used by a variety of wildlife.

“We’re so proud that audiences nationwide have embraced the film and the ‘See “African Cats,” Save the Savanna’ initiative,” said Alan Bergman, president of The Walt Disney Studios. “The conservation efforts Disneynature has supported so far span the globe—from planting trees in Brazil, to preserving coral reef in The Bahamas and now protecting this essential passage in Kenya—they’ve become an extraordinary part of our films and audiences have played a key role in helping our planet.”

“The ‘See “African Cats,” Save the Savanna’ program transformed the moviegoing experience into tangible on-the-ground conservation action,” said Dr. Patrick Bergin, CEO, African Wildlife Foundation. “The commitment of Disneynature combined with the passion of moviegoers will raise critical funds to conserve the land that the magnificent species featured in “African Cats” call home. Through this amazing collaboration, we celebrate our 50th Anniversary together with Disneynature and all the people who are helping establish the Amboseli Wildlife Corridor.”

While the opening-week ticket sales will help protect more than 50,000 acres of the Amboseli Wildlife Corridor, the conservation efforts tied to “African Cats” do not end there. Additional collaborations are committed to adding at least another 15,000 acres to the program–from the sale of artwork and jewelry inspired by the film, to the sale of Jordin Sparks’ “The World I Knew” single, to the Cast Member Earth Month pledges across the Walt Disney Company, plus more. These programs, many of them ongoing, support the “Save the Savanna” initiative, which will have a positive long term and sustainable impact on the animals and people of Africa.

“See ‘African Cats,’ Save the Savanna” continues Disneynature’s conservation efforts, which began with its first release, “Earth” (2009), for which three million trees were planted in Brazil’s Atlantic Forest. The program in support of “Oceans”

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‘African Cats’ Featurette ‘The Making of “African Cats”‘

Stitch Kingdom — Fri, 29 Apr 2011 22:08:41 +0000

Filling a void in what’s been missing thus fair in terms of the promotion of Disneynature’s latest venture, African Cats, this newly released featurette takes a look at the thought processes and technology used to bringing the savanna wildlife to the silver screen.

It features directors Alastair Fothergill and Keith Scholey along with Owen Newman and Sophie Darlington (principal photography) and Simon King (specialist photography) as they talk about how they managed to capture everything you see on screen, including the use of the Phantom high speed camera which can capture up to 450 frames per second, allowing filmmakers to slow down scenes, such as cheetahs on the hunt, up to 18x without sacrificing resolution.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RNZT7EjO4dY

We also highly recommend African Cats: The Story Behind the Film which not only goes into much further detail on the filmmakers’ journey to creating the film, but also builds immensely on the film’s story line, gives plenty of information on the species depicted in the film and lots of insight, such as how they kept track of which animal was which — not to mention tons of splendid full page spreads of photographs.

An epic true story set against the backdrop of one of the wildest places on Earth, African Cats captures the real-life love, humor and determination of the majestic kings of the savanna. The story features Mara, an endearing lion cub who strives to grow up with her mother’s strength, spirit and wisdom; Sita, a fearless cheetah and single mother of five mischievous newborns; and Fang, a proud leader of the pride who must defend his family from a once banished lion. Disneynature brings The Lion King to life on the big screen in this True Life Adventure directed by Keith Scholey and Alastair Fothergill (Earth).

Below is our gallery of behind-the-scenes stills from the film that we have shared with you previously:

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TRAILER: ‘Chimpanzee’ from Disneynature; Opens Earth Day 2012

Stitch Kingdom — Fri, 22 Apr 2011 00:58:54 +0000

In what can will undoubtedly smash all world records in the field of cuteness, Disneynature has released the trailer for its next film, Chimpanzee, which will be attached to African Cats which opens tomorrow. As with previous domestic Disneynature theatrical releases, Chimpanzee will swing into theaters on Earth Day, April 22, 2012.

Chimpanzee tells the story of Oscar, a three year old chimp who suddenly finds himself alone in the world until he encounters a stranger who ultimately accepts Oscar as his own ‘ohana.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wRR5pseL-zg

Co-directed by Alastair Fothergill and Mark Linfield, with Christophe Boesch, head of the Wild Chimpanzee Foundation, serving as principal consultant and Alix Tidmarsh as producer, Chimpanzee was filmed in the tropical jungles of the Ivory Coast and Uganda. Look for it in theaters Earth Day, 2012.

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‘African Cats’ Boasts $1.7M+ in Advance Ticket Sales; More than 9,500 Acres of Savanna Pledged to be Saved

Stitch Kingdom — Mon, 11 Apr 2011 20:32:57 +0000

African Cats is still more than two weeks from opening on Earth Day, but moviegoers have already bought $1.7 million in tickets to see the movie during its opening week (April 22-28) and save the African savanna in the process. Thanks to the ‘See African Cats, Save the Savanna’ initiative, Disneynature’s pledge to make a contribution in honor of everyone who sees the film opening week already translates to more than 9,500 acres of land within Kenya’s Amboseli Wildlife Corridor—and that number continues to rise.

‘We are very impressed with the passion people are showing for African Cats—advance ticket sales for this film have surpassed both Earth and Oceans at this stage of the game, which shows how excited moviegoers are for both the movie and the “Save the Savanna” initiative,’ said Alan Bergman, president, The Walt Disney Studios. ‘The Amboseli Corridor is an essential passage utilized by so many animals in the African savanna. The advance ticket sales so far will allow Disneynature with African Wildlife Foundation’s assistance to conserve more than 9,500 acres of this passage—which equates to 19 Disney’s Animal Kingdoms, or nearly two-thirds the size of Manhattan—and we still have two weeks till opening day.’

‘The “See African Cats,’ Save the Savanna” program transforms the moviegoing experience into tangible on-the-ground conservation action. The commitment of Disneynature combined with the passion of moviegoers will raise critical funds to conserve the land that the magnificent species featured in African Cats call home,’ said Dr. Patrick Bergin, CEO, African Wildlife Foundation. ‘Through this amazing collaboration, we celebrate our 50th Anniversary together with Disneynature and all the people who are helping establish the Amboseli Wildlife Corridor.’

‘See African Cats, Save the Savanna’ continues Disneynature’s conservation efforts, which began with its first release, Earth (2009), for which three million trees were planted in Brazil’s Atlantic Forest. The program in support of Oceans (2010) helped establish 40,000 acres of marine protected areas in The Bahamas, which contain miles of vital coral reef.

During the film’s opening week (April 22-28), a portion of the proceeds from that week’s ticket sales will be donated to the African Wildlife Foundation (AWF) through the Disney Worldwide Conservation Fund to ensure the future of lions, cheetahs, elephants, zebras, giraffes and a host of other animals in the vibrant African savanna. The AWF will be working to protect the Amboseli Wildlife Corridor, a passage between the Amboseli, Tsavo West and Chyulu Hills National Parks that is frequently used by a variety of wildlife.

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‘African Cats’ Clip ‘Fang’

Stitch Kingdom — Mon, 04 Apr 2011 17:23:35 +0000

Walt Disney Studios just released this brief clip from Disneynature’s next film, African Cats, titled ‘Fang.’ It focuses on the patriarch of the main lion pride featured in the film, Fang, who was given his name by the filmmakers because of one of his canines being split completely down the middle vertically, causing it to dangle from his mouth.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oB9p3-KknLA

Narrated by actor Samuel L. Jackson, African Cats, will be in theaters nationwide this Earth Day, April 22. A portion of all proceeds from the first week’s sales will go to conservation efforts in the savanna.

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‘African Cats’ – New Featurette, Stills and Behind-the-Scenes Photos

Stitch Kingdom — Fri, 25 Mar 2011 15:16:50 +0000

Walt Disney Studios and Disneynature have provided us with dozens of new stills from its upcoming Earth Day film, African Cats, in theaters nationwide on April 22, 2011.

First up is this featurette titled ‘African Cats Field Guide’ with Disney Channel stars Tiffany Thornton and Brandon Mychal Smith which introduces us to the main ‘characters’ in the film.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tomdJXFj1Rg

For additional background on the film’s stars as well as some behind-the-scenes information, we recommend reading African Cats: The Story Behind the Film, which is as riveting as it gets and complimented by many photos and illustrations from the movie.

Below is our new gallery of behind-the-scenes stills from the movie, featuring the cast and crew as they embarked on their remarkable explorations of life in the savanna:

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Lastly (for now), our updated gallery of stills from the film:

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TED Conference to Highlight Disneynature’s ‘Wings of Life’

Stitch Kingdom — Thu, 24 Feb 2011 00:36:15 +0000

On February 28, 2011, award-winning documentary director and cinematographer Louie Schwartzberg will appear at the 2011 TED Conference in Long Beach, California to discuss and preview his new film for Disneynature, Wings of Life. The feature documentary, which examines pollination and the real threats to our world’s food supply, will be released on March 16 by Disneynature throughout France, followed by distribution in the U.S. and select markets worldwide.

Schwartzberg was motivated to take action by news of vanishing bees, known as Colony Collapse Disorder. The result is Wings of Life, which reveals the intricate symbiosis between animals, insects and the world’s food supply, much of which relies on pollination, and how human encroachment and pesticides threaten to disrupt this delicate balance. Through time-lapse, slow-motion and macro imagery showcasing the interactions between plants and animals, the film brings this critical issue to light.

The imagery in Wings of Life “may be some of the best nature footage ever. It’s amazing!” said Bruno Guissani, director of TED Global and TED University.

“Wings of Life reveals the amazingly complex interactions between species where nature uses beauty as a tool of survival and seduction,” said Schwartzberg. “Without this delicate keystone event between the animal and plant worlds, life as we know it would cease to exist.”

Over the past 30 years, Schwartzberg has pioneered and perfected the art of time-lapse, nature and aerial cinematography, in his quest to reveal the stunning beauty of the earth, its natural riches, and the systems that keep the world in perfect equilibrium.

The presentation will take place at 5:30 pm PT.

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Disneynature’s ‘African Cats’ New Hi-Res Stills

Stitch Kingdom — Tue, 14 Dec 2010 02:23:51 +0000

Walt Disney Studios and Disneynature have provided us with these new stills from the upcoming Earth Day film, African Cats. An epic true story set against the backdrop of one of the wildest places on Earth, African Cats captures the real-life love, humor and determination of the majestic kings of the savanna. The story features Mara, an endearing lion cub who strives to grow up with her mother’s strength, spirit and wisdom; Sita, a fearless cheetah and single mother of five mischievous newborns; and Fang, a proud leader of the pride who must defend his family from a once banished lion. Disneynature brings The Lion King to life on the big screen in this True Life Adventure directed by Keith Scholey and Alastair Fothergill (Earth).

The stills have been added to the beginning of our gallery for the film below:

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First Look: Disneynature’s ‘African Cats’ Full Length Trailer

Stitch Kingdom — Thu, 02 Dec 2010 22:26:19 +0000

Apple Trailers has debuted the first full-length trailer from the next Disneynature film, African Cats, bowing in theaters nationwide on Earth Day, 2011.

Although it’s remarkably similar to the initial teaser trailer that debuted alongside Oceans, there is some new material and the trailer also refers to the recently announced campaign in which proceeds from the film’s opening week will go towards protecting the Savanna.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cDD4Q2h__zw

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First Look: Theatrical Poster for Disneynature’s ‘African Cats’

Stitch Kingdom — Fri, 19 Nov 2010 18:19:26 +0000

Disneynature has provided us with the theatrical poster for its third domestic release, African Cats.

An awe-inspiring adventure blending family bonds with the power and cunning of the wild, African Cats leaps into theatres on Earth Day, April 22, 2011.

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Disneynature’s ‘African Cats’ First Week Sales to Benefit African Wildlife Foundation

Stitch Kingdom — Fri, 12 Nov 2010 13:24:07 +0000

Disneynature announced plans to collaborate with the African Wildlife Foundation (AWF) on a program to celebrate the release of the new Disneynature feature film “African Cats.” The program, “See ‘African Cats,’ Save the Savanna” was revealed in Nairobi, Kenya, during AWF’s 50th anniversary celebration last evening. During the film’s opening week (April 22-28), a portion of the proceeds from that week’s ticket sales will be donated to the organization through the Disney Worldwide Conservation Fund to ensure the future of lions, cheetahs, elephants, zebras, giraffes and a host of other animals in the vibrant African savanna. The AWF will be working to protect the Amboseli Wildlife Corridor, a passage between the Amboseli, Tsavo West and Chyulu National Parks, that is frequently used by a variety of wildlife.

“We are celebrating 50 years of working with the people of Africa to ensure the wildlife and these wild lands endure forever; extending the Amboseli Wildlife Corridor will be a great step forward in these efforts.”

“With its honest portrayal of life on the African savanna, ‘African Cats’ reveals the brilliance of the animals who live there,” said Alan Bergman, president, The Walt Disney Studios. “We are committed to helping the African Wildlife Foundation establish this protective corridor, building upon previous enormously successful conservation efforts from the Disneynature label.”

“The African Wildlife Foundation is proud to work so closely with Disneynature on the release of ‘African Cats,’” said Patrick Bergin, CEO, African Wildlife Foundation. “We are celebrating 50 years of working with the people of Africa to ensure the wildlife and these wild lands endure forever; extending the Amboseli Wildlife Corridor will be a great step forward in these efforts.”

The film, which will be released in theaters worldwide, opens in North America on April 22, 2011. Tickets for groups of 20 or more are already available in the United States by calling 1-888-DISNEY6.

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Disneynature’s OCEANS and Crimson Wing Arrive on Blu-ray October 19

Stitch Kingdom — Tue, 08 Jun 2010 11:34:52 +0000

Although no official press release has been issued as of yet, TheHDRoom has reported that Walt Disney Studios Home Entertainment will be releasing both OCEANS and The Crimson Wing on Blu-ray/DVD Combo packs on October 19, 2010. Both will have an MSRP of $39.99.

Extras for OCEANS include:

Living Menus – an Interactive Experience (Blu-ray only) Filmmaker Annotations (Blu-ray only) Make a Wave Disney’s Friends for Change Music Video with Demi Levato and Joe Jonas Disney & Nature – Preserving the World We Share Deeper in the Ocean – Select Videos from Living Menus and Filmmaker Annotations

Extras for The Crimson Wing include:

Living Planet – Explore Earth as an Interactive Experience (Blu-ray only) Filmmaker Annotations (Blu-ray only) The Crimson Wing Screensaver (Blu-ray only) Lake Natron Diaries – Behind the Crimson Wing

If you can’t wait for the domestic release of The Crimson Wing, Amazon.com has already been selling an import version. It’s blu-ray only and a bit more expensive, but you can own it much sooner.

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