FOX SEARCHLIGHT PICTURES ACQUIRES

WRITER/DIRECTOR NATE PARKER’S

“THE BIRTH OF A NATION”

STARRING NATE PARKER, ARMIE HAMMER, PENELOPE ANN MILLER, JACKIE EARLE HALEY, MARK BOONE JR., COLMAN DOMINGO, AUNJANUE ELLIS, DWIGHT HENRY, AJA NAOMI KING, ESTHER SCOTT, ROGER GUENVEUR SMITH AND GABRIELLE UNION

Specialty Arm Acquires Worldwide Rights

PARK CITY, UT January 26, 2016 – Fox Searchlight Pictures Presidents Nancy Utley and Stephen Gilula announced today that the company has acquired worldwide rights to writer, director, producer and star Nate Parker’s powerful slave drama THE BIRTH OF A NATION, which received a standing ovation following its Sundance Film Festival debut.  The film starsParker, Armie Hammer, Penelope Ann Miller, Jackie Earle Haley, Mark Boone Jr., Colman Domingo, Aunjanue Ellis, Dwight Henry, Aja Naomi King, Esther Scott, Roger Guenveur Smith and Gabrielle Union.  The film is a Bron Studios, Phantom Four, Mandalay Pictures and Tiny Giant Productions production and produced by Parker, Kevin Turen, Jason Michael Berman, Aaron L. Gilbert and Preston L. Holmes with David S. Goyer, Michael Novogratz, Michael Finley, Tony Parker, Jason Cloth, Andy Pollack, Allan J. Stitt, Jane Oster, Barb Lee, Carl H. Lindner III, Derrick Brooks, Jill And Ryan Ahrens, Armin Tehrany, Edward Zwick and Mark Moran serving as executive producers.  The film premiered at the Sundance Film Festival and will be released wide in 2016.

“From the moment we saw this film we knew we wanted to join Nate Parker in fulfilling his vision as the film’s portrayal of injustice is unfortunately still relevant today.  His dedication and artistry in revitalizing Nat Turner's legacy and place in history has resulted in an extraordinarily compelling and moving film that delivers on every level.  The ensemble cast, led by Nate Parker, is committed and exceptional,” said Gilula and Utley.

“It brings me immense joy and excitement to welcome the Searchlight team into our family. I embrace their shared passion for this film and its potential impact on our country and the world,” said director, writer, producer and star Nate Parker.

“On behalf of the cast, producers, executive producers and all those who came together and supported Nate Parker’s vision, we’re beyond thrilled to have found a home with Fox Searchlight, whose incredible marketing and distribution teams will ensure that this important and powerful film reaches its widest audience,” said Phantom Four’s Kevin Turen, Mandalay Pictures’ Jason Michael Berman, Bron Studios’ Aaron L. Gilbert and Preston Holmes.

Set against the antebellum South, THE BIRTH OF A NATION follows Nat Turner, a literate slave and preacher, whose financially strained owner, Samuel Turner, accepts an offer to use Nat’s preaching to subdue unruly slaves. As he witnesses countless atrocities - against himself and his fellow slaves - Nat orchestrates an uprising in the hopes of leading his people to freedom.

The deal was brokered by Fox Searchlight’s Executive Vice President of Business Affairs Megan O’Brien and Senior Vice President of Acquisitions & Co-Productions Ray Strache, with WME Global and Christian Simonds and Jared Bloch of Gray Krauss Stratford Sandler Des Rochers on behalf of the filmmakers.

Fox Searchlight Pictures is a specialty film company that both finances and acquires motion pictures. It has its own marketing and distribution operations, and its films are distributed internationally by Twentieth Century Fox. Fox Searchlight Pictures is a unit of 21st Century Fox.

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Henry Cavill (“Man of Steel”) stars as Napoleon Solo opposite Armie Hammer (“The Social Network”) as Illya Kuryakin in director Guy Ritchie’s action adventure “The Man from U.N.C.L.E.,” a fresh take on the hugely popular 1960s television series.

Set against the backdrop of the early 1960s, at the height of the Cold War, “The Man from U.N.C.L.E.” centers on CIA agent Solo and KGB agent Kuryakin. Forced to put aside longstanding hostilities, the two team up on a joint mission to stop a mysterious international criminal organization, which is bent on destabilizing the fragile balance of power through the proliferation of nuclear weapons and technology. The duo’s only lead is the daughter of a vanished German scientist, who is the key to infiltrating the criminal organization, and they must race against time to find him and prevent a worldwide catastrophe.

“The Man from U.N.C.L.E” also stars Alicia Vikander (“Anna Karenina”), Elizabeth Debicki (“The Great Gatsby”), with Jared Harris (“Sherlock Holmes: Game of Shadows”), and Hugh Grant as Waverly.

The screenplay was written by Guy Ritchie & Lionel Wigram, who previously collaborated on re-imagining the classic detective Sherlock Holmes in two hit films. The story is by Jeff Kleeman & David Campbell Wilson and Guy Ritchie & Lionel Wigram, based on the television series “The Man from U.N.C.L.E.” 

John Davis (“Chronicle”), Steve Clark-Hall (“RocknRolla,” the “Sherlock Holmes” films), Wigram and Ritchie produced the film, with David Dobkin serving as executive producer. 

Ritchie’s behind-the-scenes creative team included two-time Oscar®-nominated director of photography John Mathieson (“The Phantom of the Opera,” “Gladiator”), production designer Oliver Scholl (“Jumper,” “Edge of Tomorrow”), editor James Herbert (the “Sherlock Holmes” films, “Edge of Tomorrow”), and Oscar®-nominated costume designer Joanna Johnston (“Lincoln”). The music is composed by Daniel Pemberton (“The Counselor”).
“The Man from U.N.C.L.E.” opens Friday, August 14, 2015.

A Warner Bros. Pictures presentation, a Ritchie/Wigram Production, a Davis Entertainment Production, a Guy Ritchie Film, “The Man from U.N.C.L.E.” will be distributed worldwide by Warner Bros. Pictures, a Warner Bros. Entertainment Company.

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I checked out Mirror, Mirror before it hit theaters, but seeing it on DVD was just as beautiful. The transition from film to blu-ray is flawless. Unlike that other Snow White movie, there is no huntsman, the poison apple only makes a cameo and don’t expect to hear the Queen ask her mirror who the fairest of them all is, but Mirror Mirror is a great adaptation of Snow White. The cast works in harmony to make the old tale feel fresh and new, each finds moments to shine without casting shadows over the story. The use of CG isn’t overly done. Director Tarsem Singh finds clever ways to use it.

Mirror Mirror isn’t a dark movie, instead it is a light hearted comedy with plenty of laughs. It is a family film enjoyable for children and adults of all ages alike. Mirror Mirror is a very classical telling of Snow White with a new infusion of life. You know the story, lovely family, Queen dies after giving birth to a beautiful baby, leaving the king to raise her alone. The king  remarries, and then he too dies leaving his beloved daughter in the hands of her stepmother. Snow grows into a beautiful young woman, and with the Queen’s vanity she cannot allow anyone to be prettier, and so Snow must fall. There’s dwarves, there’s a handsome prince, but there’s also a few twists.

If you want to check out the full movie review you can see it here.

The Blu-Ray is loaded with special features. Including: Looking Through the Mirror, Prince and Puppies, "I Believe in Love" Dance-along, Mirror Mirror Interactive Storybook, and Deleted Scenes. The extras are pretty fantastic, going behind the scenes. I would have liked to have seen a bloopers reel though. I'm sure those would have been hilarious. The Blu-ray also includes a digital copy of the film, which I adore.

Mirror Mirror comes to Blu-Ray and DVD June 26th, and if you haven't checked it out yet, its worth a look.

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A FRESH AND FUN MOTION PICTURE BASED ON THE SNOW WHITE LEGEND

With Magical Extras and Special Features,

Enjoy the Classic Tale Retold on Blu-ray and DVD June 26

Directed by visionary filmmaker Tarsem Singh (Immortals), MIRROR MIRROR is a visually-spectacular, fresh and funny retelling of the classic Snow White legend. This family comedy features a star-studded cast including Academy Award®-winner Julia Roberts as the evil Queen, breakout star Lily Collins (The Blind Side) as Snow White, Armie Hammer (The Social Network) as the Prince, and Golden Globe® nominee Nathan Lane as the hapless bungling servant to the Queen. The film also stars Sean Bean (Game of Thrones) as the King and Mare Winningham (Brothers) as Baker Margaret and showcases the stunning costumes from Academy Award®-winning designer Eiko Ishioka (Dracula).

The Blu-ray includes sparkling extras including a behind-the-scenes featurette, a toe-tapping dance-along to the reworked Nina Hart song “I Believe in Love” performed by the film’s Collins that plays over the end credits, interactive digital storybook, deleted scenes and much more.

MIRROR MIRROR tells the story of Snow White (Collins), a princess in exile and the evil Queen (Roberts) who ruthlessly rules her captured kingdom. Seven courageous rebel dwarfs join forces with Snow White as she fights to reclaim her birthright and win her Prince in this magical comedy filled with jealousy, romance, and betrayal that will capture the hearts and imaginations of audiences the world over. The film is produced by Bernie Goldmann (300), Relativity’s Ryan Kavanaugh (The Fighter) and Brett Ratner (Rush Hour franchise). MIRROR MIRROR’S screen story was written by Melisa Wallack, and the screenplay was written by Marc Klein and Jason Keller.

MIRROR MIRROR was theatrically released by Relativity Media and will be available on Blu-ray and DVD June 26 from Twentieth Century Fox Home Entertainment.

MIRROR MIRROR DVD Special Features:
· Looking Through the Mirror
· Prince and Puppies

MIRROR MIRROR Blu-ray Special Features:
All of the DVD Special Features, plus…
· "I Believe in Love" Dance-along
· Mirror Mirror Interactive Storybook
· Deleted Scenes
o "Alternate Opening"
o "So You Are From Valencia?"
o "I Need Meat"
o "Snow White is Dead"
o "Thank You For Coming”
· Digital Copy of the film


About Twentieth Century Fox Home Entertainment

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Mirror Mirror delivers plenty of laughs and some fantastic Tarsem magic.

Director Tarsem Singh is a visionary, his directorial eye is artistic, and inspirational. He makes even a simple back drop leap off the screen. Everything he touches is more painting in motion than simple green screen. And when you pair this artistic flair with a fairytale you get pure cinematic gold.

Mirror Mirror is a very classical telling of Snow White with a new infusion of life. You know the story, lovely family, Queen dies after giving birth to a beautiful baby, leaving the king to raise her alone. The king  remarries, and then he too dies leaving his beloved daughter in the hands of her stepmother. Snow grows into a beautiful young woman, and with the Queen’s vanity she cannot allow anyone to be prettier, and so Snow must fall. There’s dwarves, there’s a handsome prince, but there’s also a few twists.

The once prosperous kingdom has fallen into poverty and disrepair as all of their money goes to feed the Queen’s ego and pay for the opulence she craves. And worse, the kingdom, and therefore the Queen is broke, so she's in need of a new sugar daddy. I’ll be the first to admit that I’m not a Julia Roberts fan, but she works here as our villain, since our evil Queen isn’t so much evil as she is bitchy. She’s more petulant child than she is evil sorceress. In fact our Queen doesn’t cast a single spell, instead she whines to her magic mirror, and though the mirror tries to point out her rash actions and high price of her desires it gets the job done.

 Or atleast it tries to, but Snow gets in the way quite a bit. Lily Collins steps into the role of Snow White, and although she fits the classic Disney role for the look, this princess has more spunk. Sure she starts off a little meek and mild, but once she sees the state of her beloved kingdom, she steps into action, and that’s where the flick gets really fun.

Armie Hammer plays the spoiled prince to perfection. And who knew Armie could do comedy? His puppy is not only hilarious but I can’t think of anyone who could have done it better. He plays each aspect of the prince to perfection whether he’s being a privileged ass, a heroic savior, or needy puppy. Few actors could have seamlessly pulled off the feat without being absolutely ridiculous, though Armie flawlessly does.

The dwarves have always been a part of the core of the Snow White story, and here is no difference. They play up the light hearted and tongue in cheek aspects. And the accordion stilt work is magnificent and sets them apart from every other incarnation before them. These guys are not whistling while they work, though they do poke fun at mining being a suitable job, instead they’re sword wielding “giants” that emulate Robin Hood at Snow’s insistence.

There is no huntsman, the poison apple only makes a cameo and don’t expect to hear the Queen ask her mirror who the fairest of them all is, but Mirror Mirror is a great adaptation of Snow White. The cast works in harmony to make the old tale feel fresh and new, each finds moments to shine without casting shadows over the story. The use of CG isn’t overly done. Tarsem finds clever ways to use it.

Mirror Mirror isn’t a dark movie, instead it is a light hearted comedy with plenty of laughs. It is a family film enjoyable for children and adults of all ages alike. Mirror Mirror opens nationwide today.

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On behalf of Relativity Media, we are pleased to present a sneak peek of the Seven Dwarves in the upcoming film MIRROR MIRROR.  A new twist to the classic Snow White fairy tale, MIRROR MIRROR is a family film enjoyable for children and adults of all ages alike. The featurette includes new footage from the film and the seven actors discussing their roles as the rebel "bandits" training Snow White to face the Evil Queen and reclaim her kingdom. Starring as the courageous heroes are Jordan Prentice, Mark Povinelli, Joe Gnoffo, Danny Woodburn, Sebastian Saraceno, Martin Klebba, and Ronald Lee Clark.

The film also stars Oscar®-winner Julia Roberts, Lily Collins (The Blind Side), Armie Hammer (The Social Network), Nathan Lane (The Birdcage) and Sean Bean (“The Game of Thrones”, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King).

One of the most beloved stories of all time comes to life in the spectacular motion picture event on March 30th, 2012, when MIRROR MIRROR hits theaters nationwide.

MIRROR MIRROR

Release: March 30, 2012

Director: Tarsem Singh    

Writers: Melisa Wallack, Jason Keller

Cast:

Julia Roberts, Lily Collins, Armie Hammer, Nathan Lane, Mare Winningham, Michael Lerner, Robert Emms, Sean Bean

Producers:

Ryan Kavanaugh, Bernie Goldmann, Brett Ratner

Executive Producers:       

Tucker Tooley, Jeff Waxman, Kevin Misher, Jamie Marshall, Tommy Turtle, Josh Pate, Robbie Brenner, Jason Colbeck, John Cheng

One of the most beloved stories of all time is coming to life in the motion picture event for the whole family, Mirror Mirror.  A fresh and funny retelling of the Snow White legend, Mirror Mirror features breakout star Lily Collins (The Blind Side) as Snow White, a princess in exile, and Oscar®-winner Julia Roberts as the evil Queen who ruthlessly rules her captured kingdom. Seven courageous rebel dwarves join forces with Snow White as she fights to reclaim her birthright and win her Prince in this magical comedy filled with jealousy, romance, and betrayal that will capture the hearts and imaginations of audiences the world over.  The film also stars Armie Hammer (The Social Network) as the Prince, and Nathan Lane (The Birdcage) as the hapless and bungling servant to the Queen.

Follow MIRROR MIRROR on Facebook by “liking” http://www.facebook.com/MirrorMirrorMovie

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Mirror Mirror on the web, who is the fairest of them all? The video follows the social networking life of the Evil Queen (Julia Roberts) as she obsesses with her vanity, chases men for their wealth and struggles with her jealousy toward Snow White (Lily Collins). 

MIRROR MIRROR

Release: March 30, 2012 

Director:  Tarsem Singh     

Writers:  Melisa Wallack, Jason Keller

Cast:                                    

Julia Roberts, Lily Collins, Armie Hammer, Nathan Lane, Mare Winningham, Michael Lerner, Robert Emms, Sean Bean

Producers:  Ryan Kavanaugh, Bernie Goldmann, Brett Ratner

Executive Producers: 

Tucker Tooley, Jeff Waxman, Kevin Misher, Jamie Marshall, Tommy Turtle, Josh Pate, Robbie Brenner, Jason Colbeck, John Cheng

Mirror Mirror is a spectacular reimagining of the classic fairy tale starring Oscar® winner Julia Roberts as the Queen, Lily Collins (The Blind Side) as Snow White, Armie Hammer (The Social Network) as Prince Alcott, Sean Bean ("The Game of Thrones", The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King) as the King and Nathan Lane (The Lion King, The Birdcage) as the Queen's hapless and bungling servant, Brighton.

An evil queen steals control of a kingdom and an exiled princess enlists the help of seven resourceful rebels to win back her birthright in a spirited adventure comedy filled with jealousy, romance and betrayal that will capture the imagination of audiences the world over.

Visionary director Tarsem Singh (Immortals) rewrites fairy tale history as a wicked enchantress (Roberts) schemes and scrambles for control of a spirited orphan's (Collins) throne and the attention of a charming prince (Hammer). When Snow White's beauty wins the heart of the prince that she desperately pursues, the Queen banishes her to the forest, where a ravening man-eating beast hungrily awaits.

Rescued by a band of diminutive highway robbers, Snow White grows into an indomitable young woman determined to take back her realm from the treacherous Queen. With the support of her subjects, she roars into action in an epic battle that blends spectacle, magic and contemporary humor in Singh's signature, jaw-dropping visual style.

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Mirror, Mirror has released a character profile, and its not about Snow or the queen but about Prince Alcott.

MIRROR MIRROR

Release Date: March 16, 2012

Directed by: Tarsem Singh

Written by: Melisa Wallack, Jason Keller

Cast: Julia Roberts

  Lily Collins

  Armie Hammer

  Nathan Lane

  Mare Winningham

  Sean Bean

  Michael Lerner

Produced by: Bernie Goldman, Ryan Kavanaugh, Brett Ratner, 

Executive Producer: John Cheng, Jamie Marshall, Josh Pate, Tucker Tooley, Tommy Turtle, Jeff G. Waxman

Mirror Mirror is a spectacular reimagining of the classic fairy tale starring Oscar® winner Julia Roberts as the Queen, Lily Collins (The Blind Side) as Snow White, Armie Hammer (The Social Network) as Prince Alcott, Sean Bean (“The Game of Thrones”, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King) as the King and Nathan Lane (The Lion King, The Birdcage) as the Queen's hapless and bungling servant, Brighton.  An evil queen steals control of a kingdom and an exiled princess enlists the help of seven resourceful rebels to win back her birthright in a spirited adventure comedy filled with jealousy, romance and betrayal that will capture the imagination of audiences the world over.

Visionary director Tarsem Singh (Immortals) rewrites fairy tale history as a wicked enchantress (Roberts) schemes and scrambles for control of a spirited orphan’s (Collins) throne and the attention of a charming prince (Hammer). When Snow White’s beauty wins the heart of the prince that she desperately pursues, the Queen banishes her to the forest, where a ravening man-eating beast hungrily awaits. 

Rescued by a band of diminutive highway robbers, Snow White grows into an indomitable young woman determined to take back her realm from the treacherous Queen. With the support of her subjects, she roars into action in an epic battle that blends spectacle, magic and contemporary humor in Singh’s signature, jaw-dropping visual style. 

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Relativity has released a ton of new photos from their upcoming Mirror, Mirror! If you missed the ones that were released before Mirror, Mirror found a title you can find them here.


MIRROR MIRROR

Release Date: March 16, 2012

Directed by: Tarsem Singh

Written by: Melisa Wallack, Jason Keller

Cast: Julia Roberts

  Lily Collins

  Armie Hammer

  Nathan Lane

  Mare Winningham

  Sean Bean

  Michael Lerner

Produced by: Bernie Goldman, Ryan Kavanaugh, Brett Ratner, 

Executive Producer: John Cheng, Jamie Marshall, Josh Pate, Tucker Tooley, Tommy Turtle, Jeff G. Waxman

Mirror Mirror is a spectacular reimagining of the classic fairy tale starring Oscar® winner Julia Roberts as the Queen, Lily Collins (The Blind Side) as Snow White, Armie Hammer (The Social Network) as Prince Alcott, Sean Bean (“The Game of Thrones”, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King) as the King and Nathan Lane (The Lion King, The Birdcage) as the Queen's hapless and bungling servant, Brighton.  An evil queen steals control of a kingdom and an exiled princess enlists the help of seven resourceful rebels to win back her birthright in a spirited adventure comedy filled with jealousy, romance and betrayal that will capture the imagination of audiences the world over.

Visionary director Tarsem Singh (Immortals) rewrites fairy tale history as a wicked enchantress (Roberts) schemes and scrambles for control of a spirited orphan’s (Collins) throne and the attention of a charming prince (Hammer). When Snow White’s beauty wins the heart of the prince that she desperately pursues, the Queen banishes her to the forest, where a ravening man-eating beast hungrily awaits. 

Rescued by a band of diminutive highway robbers, Snow White grows into an indomitable young woman determined to take back her realm from the treacherous Queen. With the support of her subjects, she roars into action in an epic battle that blends spectacle, magic and contemporary humor in Singh’s signature, jaw-dropping visual style. 

 

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Relativity Pictures releases a new featurette for Mirror, Mirror.

This makes the movie look much better, now I'm finally excited for Tarsem Singh's next movie. Not only are the sweeping visuals shown, but the humor shines.

Synopsis: Visionary director Tarsem Singh rewrites fairy tale history as a wicked enchantress (Julia Roberts) schemes and scrambles for control of a spirited orphan's (Lily Collins) throne and the attention of a charming prince (Arnie Hammer). When Snow White's beauty wins the heart of the prince that she desperately pursues, the Queen banishes her to the forest, where a ravening man-eating beast hungrily awaits. Rescued by a band of diminutive highway robbers, Snow White grows into an indomitable young woman determined to take back her realm from the treacherous Queen. With the support of her subjects, she roars into action in an epic battle that blends spectacle, magic and contemporary humor in Singh's signature, jaw-dropping visual style. -- (C) Relativity

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Snow White and the Huntsman debuted its trailer the other day, and now so has Mirror Mirror. You can see it here:

So which Snow White flick do you think will be the fairest in the land?

MIRROR MIRROR

Release Date: March 16, 2012

Directed by: Tarsem Singh

Written by: Melisa Wallack, Jason Keller

Cast: Julia Roberts

  Lily Collins

  Armie Hammer

  Nathan Lane

  Mare Winningham

  Sean Bean

  Michael Lerner

Produced by: Bernie Goldman, Ryan Kavanaugh, Brett Ratner, 

Executive Producer: John Cheng, Jamie Marshall, Josh Pate, Tucker Tooley, Tommy Turtle, Jeff G. Waxman

Mirror Mirror is a spectacular reimagining of the classic fairy tale starring Oscar® winner Julia Roberts as the Queen, Lily Collins (The Blind Side) as Snow White, Armie Hammer (The Social Network) as Prince Alcott, Sean Bean (“The Game of Thrones”, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King) as the King and Nathan Lane (The Lion King, The Birdcage) as the Queen's hapless and bungling servant, Brighton.  An evil queen steals control of a kingdom and an exiled princess enlists the help of seven resourceful rebels to win back her birthright in a spirited adventure comedy filled with jealousy, romance and betrayal that will capture the imagination of audiences the world over.

Visionary director Tarsem Singh (Immortals) rewrites fairy tale history as a wicked enchantress (Roberts) schemes and scrambles for control of a spirited orphan’s (Collins) throne and the attention of a charming prince (Hammer). When Snow White’s beauty wins the heart of the prince that she desperately pursues, the Queen banishes her to the forest, where a ravening man-eating beast hungrily awaits. 

Rescued by a band of diminutive highway robbers, Snow White grows into an indomitable young woman determined to take back her realm from the treacherous Queen. With the support of her subjects, she roars into action in an epic battle that blends spectacle, magic and contemporary humor in Singh’s signature, jaw-dropping visual style. 

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