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Smash Box-Office Success Comes Home March 15!
Disney Presents A Pixar Film
THE INCREDIBLES
Superhero-Sized 2-Disc Collector's Edition DVD Loaded With Bonus Materials Including
NEVER-BEFORE-SEEN SHORT FILM "JACK-JACK ATTACK"
From The Oscar®-Winning Creators of TOY STORY, MONSTERS, INC. and FINDING NEMO
BURBANK, Calif., January 18, 2005 - The world's greatest superhero family is coming to DVD! Box-office smash hit, THE INCREDIBLES, a Walt Disney Pictures presentation of a Pixar Animation Studios film, becomes even more incredible, arriving in a special two-disc Collector's Edition DVD March 15, 2005 from Buena Vista Home Entertainment and Pixar Animation Studios (Nasdaq: PIXR). This hilarious, action-packed and heart-warming cinema sensation from the Oscar®-winning creators of Finding Nemo*, THE INCREDIBLES took moviegoers by storm. Now the Collector's Edition DVD takes viewers even further into the thrilling superhero world with an exclusive, all-new, never-before-seen animated short "Jack-Jack Attack," which uncovers Jack-Jack's previously unknown super powers and reveals what happened while Jack-Jack was alone for one truly outrageous night of babysitting. A continuing hit with audiences of all ages in theatres, the exciting DVD release is loaded with explosive extras including a never-before-seen alternate opening, plus more deleted scenes, behind-the-scenes features on the film and its creators at Pixar Animation Studios, hilarious Incredi-blunders, bonus programs on the art and technology of the film, Pixar's charming short film "Boundin," which premiered with the movie in theatres, top-secret files on all the film's superheroes, hysterical character interviews, feature filmmaker commentary with Pixar director Brad Bird and his fellow filmmakers, and much more.
This heroic tale of laughs, adventure and heartfelt emotion delivers the most 'incredible' computer animated DVD experience ever and is available on DVD for $29.99 (S.R.P.) and on VHS for $29.99 (S.R.P.).
The thrilling two-disc THE INCREDIBLES Collector's Edition DVD has something for everyone, from the discerning DVD enthusiast who demands nothing less than the highest-quality home entertainment experience, to families who enjoy the interactive and engaging bonus features that only DVDs can provide.
Presented on DVD with unprecedented picture and sound quality, THE INCREDIBLES is available in two separate products - a 'widescreen' version and 'full screen' version.
- WIDESCREEN VERSION
2.39:1 Original theatrical aspect ratio
- Feature is direct from Pixar's digital source.
- FULL SCREEN VERSION
1.33:1 Reframed for Standard Televisions
- Feature is direct from Pixar's digital source.
DISC 1 BONUS FEATURES:
- FEATURE DIRECTOR/PRODUCER COMMENTARY
Featuring Pixar Director Brad Bird & Producer John Walker.
- FEATURE ANIMATOR COMMENTARY
Featuring several key Pixar animators from the film.
DISC 2 BONUS FEATURES:
THE INCREDIBLES follows the adventures of a family of former superheroes rediscovering the true source of their powers--in one another. Once one of the world's top masked crime fighters, Bob Parr (AKA Mr. Incredible) fought evil and saved lives on a daily basis. But fifteen years later, he and his wife Helen (the former Elastigirl) have been forced to take on civilian identities and retreat to the suburbs. Today they, and all superheroes, live as mere mortals. Bob and Helen lead all-too-ordinary lives with their children, Violet and Dashiell "Dash" Parr, who go out of their way to appear "normal." As a clock-punching insurance man, the only thing Bob fights these days is boredom and a bulging waistline. Itching for action, the sidelined superhero gets his chance when a mysterious communication summons him to a remote island for a top-secret assignment.
Now, with the fate of the world hanging in the balance, the family must come together and once again find the fantastic in their family life.
The most complex computer-animated entertainment yet created, THE INCREDIBLES nevertheless relies on the same traditional elements as all compelling motion picture stories - character development, production design, cinematography, costumes, effects, music and overall vision - pushing each of these to new levels within the genre to create a film unlike any other.
The top-notch voice cast of THE INCREDIBLES includes:
Craig T. Nelson (TV's "The District," "Coach") is Bob Parr/Mr. Incredible, a dedicated family man trying to find a balance between saving the world and taking care of his loved ones.
Holly Hunter ("Thirteen," Academy Award® winner, Best Actress "The Piano" 1993) is Helen Parr/Elastigirl, an ultra-flexible character who is a mom, a housewife and a superhero rolled into one.
Samuel L. Jackson ("Star Wars Episode II: Attack of the Clones," "Changing Lanes") is Lucius Best/Frozone, an ultra-cool superhero and Bob Parr's bowling buddy.
Brad Bird ("The Iron Giant," TV's "The Simpsons") is the voice of Edna Mode (E), the deliciously deadpan and truly diminutive fashion diva, Edna Mode, or "E" for short, who specializes in designing costumes for an elite superhero clientele.
Jason Lee ("Jersey Girl," "Jay and Silent Bob Strike Back") brings a sense of mischief and mayhem to the role of Buddy Pine/Syndrome, the dastardly villain who holds a grudge against superheroes.
Spencer Fox is Dashiell Parr (Dash), gifted with super-speed and endlessly frustrated by the fact that he is forbidden from showing it off.
Sarah Vowell, author and noted radio show commentator on public radio's "This American Life," lends her distinctive voice to Violet, the Parrs' shy teenage daughter. Violet's ability to become invisible or use a protective force field comes in handy during the heat of battle--or when she simply wishes she could disappear.
Elizabeth Peña (TV's "Suburban Madness," "Resurrection Blvd.") provides the seductive voice of Syndrome's henchwoman Mirage, who lures Mr. Incredible out of his domestic ennui and delivers him into his nemesis' evil clutches.
Jean Sincere (TV's "The Drew Carey Show," "Frasier," "ER" and many more) is Mrs. Hogenson, the sweet elderly lady that Bob bends his company rules for.
John Ratzenberger (TV's "Cheers") is the Underminer. Ratzenberger is the only person to have voiced parts in all six Pixar films presented by Disney.
Wallace Shawn (Disney's "Teacher's Pet," "The Haunted Mansion") plays Gilbert Huph, Bob's insurance company boss and the personification of everything petty and bureaucratic that's ruining Bob Parr's life.
Playing a major role in creating the film's retro-futuristic style and exuberant mood is the jazzy work of composer Michael Giacchino (TV's "Alias"). THE INCREDIBLES is produced by John Walker ("The Iron Giant") and executive produced by Pixar's John Lasseter, the Academy Award®-winning filmmaker and executive vice president of creative for Pixar. Kori Rae is associate producer, and Katherine Sarafian is production manager. Written and directed by Brad Bird ("The Iron Giant," TV's "The Simpsons.").
STREET DATE: MARCH 15, 2005
Direct Prebook:
January 18, 2005
Distributor Prebook:
February 1, 2005
Suggested Retail Price:
$29.99 (DVD); $29.99 VHS
Rated: "PG For Action Violence"
Bonus material not rated.
Feature Run Time:
Approximately 115 minutes
DVD aspect ratio:
Widescreen Version (2.39:1)
Full Frame Version (1.33:1)
Specially Reframed For Standard Televisions
DVD Languages:
English, French & Spanish Audio
VHS aspect ratio:
Full Frame Version Of The Film (1.33:1)
Specially Reframed For Standard Televisions
VHS Sound:
Dolby® Digital 5.1 Surround EX
THX-Certified, Including THX Optimizer
About Pixar Animation Studios:
Pixar Animation Studios (Nasdaq: PIXR, http://www.pixar.com) combines creative and technical artistry to create original stories in the medium of computer animation. Pixar has created six of the most successful and beloved animated films of all time: Academy Award® winning Toy Story (1995); A Bug's Life (1998); Golden Globe-winner Toy Story 2 (1999); the Academy Award®-winning Monsters, Inc. (2001), the Academy Award®-winning Finding Nemo (2003) and The Incredibles (2004). Pixar's six films have earned more than $3 billion at the worldwide box office to date. The Northern California studio's next film release is Cars (June 9, 2006). Pixar's films are released by Walt Disney Pictures.
Buena Vista Home Entertainment, Inc., is a recognized industry leader. Buena Vista Home Entertainment, Inc. is the marketing, sales and distribution company for Walt Disney, Touchstone, Miramax, Dimension and Buena Vista videocassettes and DVDs.
*204 Academy Award 2004, Best Animated Feature - Finding Nemo
These press materials are available in electronic form at www.BVHEpublicity.com
© Buena Vista Home Entertainment, Inc. © Pixar Animation Studios
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