Tag: Johnny Depp

Jack and Angelica PIRATES OF THE CARIBBEAN: ON STRANGER TIDES Featurette

Check out this new featurette for PIRATES OF THE CARIBBEAN: ON STRANGER TIDES. In it director Rob Marshall, producer Jerry Bruckheimer and stars Johnny Depp, Penelope Cruz and Geoffrey Rush talk about the past history between Capt. Jack Sparrow and a lady pirate, Angelica.

Synopsis:

Produced by Jerry Bruckheimer and directed by Rob Marshall, “Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides” captures the fun, adventure and humor that ignited the hit franchise—this time in Disney Digital 3D™. Johnny Depp returns to his iconic role of Captain Jack Sparrow in an action-packed adventure. Crossing paths with the enigmatic Angelica (Penélope Cruz), he’s not sure if it’s love—or if she’s a ruthless con artist who’s using him to find the fabled Fountain of Youth. When she forces him aboard the “Queen Anne’s Revenge,” the ship of the legendary pirate Blackbeard (Ian McShane), Jack finds himself on an unexpected adventure in which he doesn’t know whom to fear more: Blackbeard or Angelica, with whom he shares a mysterious past. The international cast includes franchise vets Geoffrey Rush as the vengeful Captain Hector Barbossa and Kevin R. McNally as Captain Jack’s longtime comrade Joshamee Gibbs, plus Sam Claflin as a stalwart missionary and Astrid Bergès-Frisbey as a mysterious mermaid.

PIRATES OF THE CARIBBEAN: ON STRANGER TIDES sails into theatres May 20th, 2011 in Disney Digital 3D and IMAX 3D.

Visit the official website at: http://www.Disney.com/Pirates. “Like” PIRATES OF THE CARIBBEAN on Facebook at: http://www.Facebook.com/PiratesoftheCaribbean and follow it Twitter at: (http://twitter.com//DisneyPirates

BENNY & JOON – The Blu Review

Benny loves his sister Joon unconditionally, but she is becoming a bit too much to handle. He has taken care of her ever since their parents passed away, and her mental illness is taking its tole on Benny. To make matters worse, Joon lost a wager which left her responsible for Sam, one of the other players relatives. Benny is forced to open his home to the very eccentric Sam, who seems to have molded himself after Buster Keaton. What none of them expected to happen was for Joon to fall in love with Sam, and vice-versa. Theirs is definitely a love for the storybooks.

Is Benny & Joon a realistic story? Of course not. Is it an amazing story?  You bet it is! Mary Stuart Masterson plays Joon with such an innocence. Add Aidan Quinn as her brother, and the two are quite a pair on-screen. Quinn might be a bit cheesy while playing the love scenes (Not necessarily in a good way. You know, the way that makes us hopeless romantics swoon), but his characters interaction with Joon is well portrayed. Of course, the thief of every scene that he is in is Johnny Depp as Sam. It could be very easy to get lost in how creepy it could be for the character of Sam to fall for Joon, since her exact illness is never specified. Depp, however, plays the innocent and unconventional character of Sam in such a way that all the viewer sees is his good intentions and loving heart. Sam doesn’t see Joon for her mental illness, he sees her for her heart. Depp does an amazing job at conveying that message as Sam. Julianne Moore also makes a a fun appearance as Ruthie, ex-actress turned waitress, and the love interest of Benny. To be honest, I think she looks ten times better now than she does in this film. Kudos for aging well!

Since BENNY & JOON was not shot like films today, the blu-ray is not super sharp, but the 1080p/AVC MPEG-4 transfer in the 1.85:1 aspect ratio still looks great for what it is! I think people are just a little too finicky by expecting older films to look just as great as the films of today that are shot in high-def. I am more than happy with the quality. The film also comes with some fun extras such as:

  • Audio Commentary by Jeremiah Chechik
  • 2 Deleted Scenes: One is of Sam’s audition in front of William H. Macy’s character, and the other is the full “Mutilator” B-Movie staring Julianne Moore’s character Ruthie. The only drawback to both of these scenes is that the commentary cannot be turned off.
  • Costume, Make-up Test and Stunt Reel: Shows various lighting and make-up tests with the actors. This is aimed more at those that enjoy learning the technical side to making films.
  • The Proclaimers’ “I’m Gonna Be (500 Miles)” Music Video (RAD!)
  • And of course, the Theatrical Trailer… I love watching older trailers!

OVERALL RATING: 5 out of 5 stars (For the film itself, 4 out of 5 stars for the blu-ray)

Join Pirates Fans First For PIRATES OF THE CARIBBEAN: ON STRANGER TIDES

Captain Jack Sparrow seeks Pirate fans of the highest order. Might ye be the type of scoundrel he seeks? Your answers to this simple inquisition will reveal your potential.

If you’re eager to receive news of Captain Jack Sparrow’s adventures, click HERE and answer a few simple questions to be a part of Pirates 4 Fans First. See HERE some of the pictures and videos from the December event at Disneyland. Remember, thar be less than 30 days remaining until the quest to the Fountain of Youth begins…

Synopsis:

Produced by Jerry Bruckheimer and directed by Rob Marshall, “Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides” captures the fun, adventure and humor that ignited the hit franchise—this time in Disney Digital 3D™. Johnny Depp returns to his iconic role of Captain Jack Sparrow in an action-packed adventure. Crossing paths with the enigmatic Angelica (Penélope Cruz), he’s not sure if it’s love—or if she’s a ruthless con artist who’s using him to find the fabled Fountain of Youth. When she forces him aboard the “Queen Anne’s Revenge,” the ship of the legendary pirate Blackbeard (Ian McShane), Jack finds himself on an unexpected adventure in which he doesn’t know whom to fear more: Blackbeard or Angelica, with whom he shares a mysterious past. The international cast includes franchise vets Geoffrey Rush as the vengeful Captain Hector Barbossa and Kevin R. McNally as Captain Jack’s longtime comrade Joshamee Gibbs, plus Sam Claflin as a stalwart missionary and Astrid Bergès-Frisbey as a mysterious mermaid.

Will you be checking it out on the IMAX 3D screens next month when PIRATES OF THE CARIBBEAN: ON STRANGER TIDES sails into theatres May 20th, 2011 as well as in Disney Digital 3D?

Visit the official website at: http://www.Disney.com/Pirates. “Like” PIRATES OF THE CARIBBEAN on Facebook at: http://www.Facebook.com/PiratesoftheCaribbean and follow it Twitter at: (http://twitter.com//DisneyPirates

PIRATES OF THE CARIBBEAN: ON STRANGER TIDES First Day Of Filming

JOHNNY DEPP and producer JERRY BRUCKHEIMER on the Pinewood Studios backlot in England.

Check out this video showing the first day of filming PIRATES OF THE CARIBBEAN: ON STRANGER TIDES – in theaters May 20th, 2011! Hans Zimme’sr rousing score pulls you right back in, doesn’t it?

In PIRATES OF THE CARIBBEAN: ON STRANGER TIDES, Captain Jack Sparrow (Johnny Depp) finds himself on an unexpected journey to the fabled Fountain of Youth when a woman from his past (Penelope Cruz) forces him aboard the Queen Anne’s Revenge, the ship of the formidable pirate Blackbeard (Ian McShane).

Director ROB MARSHALL and JOHNNY DEPP between scenes at Pinewood Studios in England.

Seemingly led by the skeletal figurehead, Blackbeard’s sinister ship, the Queen Anne’s Revenge, at full sail on the open seas.

Film Frame Queen Anne’s Revenge

Synopsis:

Produced by Jerry Bruckheimer and directed by Rob Marshall, “Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides” captures the fun, adventure and humor that ignited the hit franchise—this time in Disney Digital 3D™. Johnny Depp returns to his iconic role of Captain Jack Sparrow in an action-packed adventure. Crossing paths with the enigmatic Angelica (Penélope Cruz), he’s not sure if it’s love—or if she’s a ruthless con artist who’s using him to find the fabled Fountain of Youth. When she forces him aboard the “Queen Anne’s Revenge,” the ship of the legendary pirate Blackbeard (Ian McShane), Jack finds himself on an unexpected adventure in which he doesn’t know whom to fear more: Blackbeard or Angelica, with whom he shares a mysterious past. The international cast includes franchise vets Geoffrey Rush as the vengeful Captain Hector Barbossa and Kevin R. McNally as Captain Jack’s longtime comrade Joshamee Gibbs, plus Sam Claflin as a stalwart missionary and Astrid Bergès-Frisbey as a mysterious mermaid.

PIRATES OF THE CARIBBEAN: ON STRANGER TIDES sails into theatres May 20th, 2011 in Disney Digital 3D.

Visit the official website at: http://www.Disney.com/Pirates. “Like” PIRATES OF THE CARIBBEAN on Facebook at: http://www.Facebook.com/PiratesoftheCaribbean.

Photos: Peter Mountain ©Disney Enterprises, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

PIRATES OF THE CARIBBEAN: ON STRANGER TIDES “From Disneyland to the Big Screen” Featurette

Walt Disney Studios has released this new featurette for PIRATES OF THE CARIBBEAN: ON STRANGER TIDES entitled “From Disneyland to the Big Screen.”

If you’re looking forward to the new adventures of Captain Jack Sparrow in “Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides,” then you won’t want to miss the exciting new pirate experience at Disneyland park. You can now join Jack and a crew of rowdy pirates for a Disneyland park-exclusive, extended 3D film sequence – a sneak peek of the new movie. Look for Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides – Sneak Peek on weekend nights from March 25 to May 30, and seven nights a week from April 15 through May 1.

Synopsis:

Produced by Jerry Bruckheimer and directed by Rob Marshall, PIRATES OF THE CARIBBEAN: ON STRANGER TIDES captures the fun, adventure and humor that ignited the hit franchise—this time in Disney Digital 3D™. Johnny Depp returns to his iconic role of Captain Jack Sparrow in an action-packed adventure. Crossing paths with the enigmatic Angelica (Penélope Cruz), he’s not sure if it’s love—or if she’s a ruthless con artist who’s using him to find the fabled Fountain of Youth. When she forces him aboard the “Queen Anne’s Revenge,” the ship of the legendary pirate Blackbeard (Ian McShane), Jack finds himself on an unexpected adventure in which he doesn’t know whom to fear more: Blackbeard or Angelica, with whom he shares a mysterious past. The international cast includes franchise vets Geoffrey Rush as the vengeful Captain Hector Barbossa and Kevin R. McNally as Captain Jack’s longtime comrade Joshamee Gibbs, plus Sam Claflin as a stalwart missionary and Astrid Bergès-Frisbey as a mysterious mermaid.

PIRATES OF THE CARIBBEAN: ON STRANGER TIDES sails into theaters May 20th in Disney Digital 3D™. Visit the official website at: http://www.Disney.com/Pirates. “Like” PIRATES OF THE CARIBBEAN on Facebook at: http://www.Facebook.com/PiratesoftheCaribbean. Follow on Twitter: Twitter.com/DisneyPictures

Blu Monday: April 5, 2011

Your Weekly Source for the Newest Releases to Blu-Ray

Blu-Ray for Tuesday, April 5th, 2011

  1. Steven Spielberg’s A.I. ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE (2001)
  2. An early Al Pacino in …AND JUSTICE FOR ALL (1979)
  3. Dudley Moore is a happy drunk in ARTHUR/ARTHUR 2: ON THE ROCKS (1981/1988)
  4. Cute pork for kids… BABE (1995)
  5. Another dose of the villainous Mark Hamill in BATMAN: RETURN OF THE JOKER (2000)
  6. Forgotten good rom-com with Johnny Depp… BENNY & JOON (1993)
  7. From the late George Hickenlooper, Kevin Spacey is CASINO JACK (2010)
  8. Shocking dolphin documentary THE COVE (2009)
  9. Kevin Kline & Ashley Judd star in DE-LOVELY (2004)
  10. FIDDLER ON THE ROOF: 40th Anniversary Edition, Blu-Ray/DVD Combo (1971)
  11. Jim Carrey & Ewan McGregor star in I LOVE YOU PHILLIP MORRIS (2010)
  12. Rose McGoawn stars in the dark high school comedy JAWBREAKER (1999)
  13. Ryan Gosling stars in LARS AND THE REAL GIRL (2007)
  14. Robert DeNiro & Ben Stiller star in LITTLE FOCKERS (2010)
  15. Romantic comedy, Shakespeare-style with MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING (1993)
  16. Julia Roberts & Annabeth Gish star in MYSTIC PIZZA (1988)
  17. Woody Harrelson stars in THE PEOPLE VS. LARRY FLINT (1996)
  18. A most unusual love triangle in THE RULES OF ATTRACTION (2002)
  19. Not as funny sequel… STILL WAITING (2009)
  20. Queen Latifah & Jimmy Fallon star in TAXI (2004)
  21. Robert DeNiro is the TAXI DRIVER (1976)
  22. The original TRON: Special Edition, 2-disc Blu-Ray/DVD Combo (1982)
  23. TRON: LEGACY, 2-disc Blu-Ray/DVD Combo (2010)

DVD for Tuesday, April 5th, 2011

  1. April 4th – YEAR OF THE CARNIVORE (2010)
  2. Kate Hudson & Stuart Townsend star in ABOUT ADAM (2000)
  3. Margot Benacerraf’s gorgeously photographed documentary ARAYA (1959)
  4. AYN RAND: IN HER OWN WORDS (2010)
  5. BEAUTY AND THE BEAST: DARK TALE (2009)
  6. Anne Hathaway stars in BECOMING JANE (2007)
  7. More “made for TV” giant monster fun with BEHEMOTH (2011)
  8. BILL MOYERS: THE LANGUAGE OF LIFE (1995)
  9. Angie Dickinson & Bobby Darin star in CAPTAIN NEWMAN, M.D. (1963)
  10. COME UNDONE [Cosa voglio di piu] (2010)
  11. Shocking dolphin documentary THE COVE (2009)
  12. College students re-enact a family’s murder on web-cam in DEAD ON SITE (2008)
  13. Diana Dors Double Feature: AN ALLIGATOR NAMED DAISY / VALUE FOR MONEY
  14. A new kind of zombie flick… HORRID (2009)
  15. Jim Carrey & Ewan McGregor star in I LOVE YOU PHILLIP MORRIS (2010)
  16. Ben Affleck & Liv Tyler in Kevin Smith’s JERSEY GIRL (2004)
  17. Robert DeNiro & Ben Stiller star in LITTLE FOCKERS (2010)
  18. Spencer Tracy & Robert Wagner star in THE MOUNTAIN (1956)
  19. Peter O’Toole & Omar Sharif star in THE NIGHT OF THE GENERALS (1967)
  20. Roger Corman’s Action-Packed Collection: GEORGIA PEACHES / THE GREAT TEXAS DYNAMITE CHASE / SMOKEY BITES THE DUST
  21. Burt Lancaster & Claude Rains star in ROPE OF SAND (1949)
  22. STRAIGHTMAN: 10th Anniversary Edition (2001)
  23. Muslim punk rock in America… THE TAQWACORES (2010)
  24. Terry Thomas Double Feature: TOO MANY CROOKS /  MAKE MINE MINK
  25. The original TRON: Special Edition, 2-disc Blu-Ray/DVD Combo (1982)
  26. YOUR LOVE NEVER FAILS (2011)

PIRATES OF THE CARIBBEAN: ON STRANGER TIDES – Penelope Cruz Honored With Star On Hollywood Walk of Fame

Rob Marshall, Jerry Bruckheimer, and Johnny Depp on hand to celebrate the star of the upcoming “PIRATES OF THE CARIBBEAN: ON STRANGER TIDES”

In anticipation of the release of her new film, “Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides” in theaters May 20, 2011, Penelope Cruz received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on Friday, April 1, at 11:30 am. in front of the El Capitan Theatre, 6834 Hollywood Boulevard, joined by “On Stranger Tides” co-star Johnny Depp, producer Jerry Bruckheimer and director Rob Marshall. An Academy Award® winner Penelope Cruz has proven herself to be one of the most versatile actresses by playing a variety of compelling characters, and most recently, becoming the first actress from Spain to be nominated and to win an Oscar®.

First introduced to American audiences in the Spanish films “Jamon, Jamon” and “Belle Epoque,” in 1998 she starred in her first English language film, “The Hi-Lo Country” for director Stephen Frears opposite Woody Harrelson, Patricia Arquette and Billy Crudup. In 1999, Cruz won the Best Actress award at the 13th Annual Goya Awards given by the Spanish Academy of Motion Pictures Arts and Sciences for her role in Fernando Trueba’s “The Girl of Your Dreams.”

Confirming her status as an international actress, Cruz landed a series of coveted roles. She appeared in Billy Bob Thornton’s “All the Pretty Horses,” Fina Torres’ “Woman on Top,” Alejandro Amenabar’s “Open Your Eyes,” and Maria Ripoli’s “Twice Upon a Yesterday”. Additionally, Cruz co-starred in Pedro Almodovar’s “Live Flesh” and the critically acclaimed “All About My Mother,” which was awarded the Golden Globe® and Oscar® for Best Foreign Film.

Next up for Cruz was a role opposite Johnny Depp in “Blow” for director Ted Demme and “Captain Corelli’s Mandolin” opposite Nicolas Cage. After that, Cruz starred opposite Tom Cruise in Cameron Crowe’s thriller “Vanilla Sky.” She then tackled “Masked & Anonymous,” “Fan Fan la Tulipe,” which opened the 2003 Cannes Film Festival, and “Don’t Tempt Me.” She received rave reviews for her performance in “Don’t Move” (“Non ti Muovere”) in which she was honored with a David Di Donatello Award (Italian Oscar) and the European Film Award for Best Actress.

To add to her already diverse choice of film credits, she starred in films including “Gothika,” “Head in the Clouds,” and “Sahara.”

In 2006, Cruz starred in “Volver,” which again teamed her with director and dear friend Pedro Almodovar. Critically-acclaimed for her role as Raimunda, she won the Best Actress awards at the European Film Awards, the Spanish Goya Awards, the Cannes Film Festival, and received both Golden Globe® and Oscar® nominations.

Her recent credits include “Elegy” opposite Sir Ben Kingsley and Woody Allen’s “Vicky Cristina Barcelona” opposite Javier Bardem and Scarlet Johansson. Cruz won an Oscar®, a BAFTA, a New York Film Critics Circle and a National Board of Review award for Best Supporting Actress for her performance in “Vicky Cristina Barcelona.”

In 2009, Cruz and Almodovar were back in action for the fourth time with “Broken Embraces,” for which she again received critical acclaim for her portrayal of Lena. Also that year, she teamed up with “Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides” director Rob Marshall for the first time and starred alongside Daniel Day Lewis, Nicole Kidman and Marion Cotillard in the film version of the musical “Nine.” Her standout portrayal of Carla garnered Screen Actors Guild®, Golden Globe® and Academy Award® nominations. Her third Oscar® nomination made history as it marked only the third time in Oscar history where the winner of the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress was nominated for the same award again in the following year.

Cruz is involved in the following charities: Worldwide (RED) campaign lead by Bono and Bobby Shiver, Artists for Peace and Justice in Haiti (APJ), UNICEF The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP). She had the honor of working with Mother Teresa’s Missionaries of Charity; volunteering in a leprosy clinic in India and she also worked with the Dalai Lama for the House of Tibet in Spain.

Johnny Depp To Star In FilmDistrict’s THE RUM DIARY On October 28, 2011

It was announced today at CinemaCon, by Bob Berney, President, Theatrical Distribution that FilmDistrict will release THE RUM DIARY, based on the early Hunter S. Thompson novel that was ultimately published in 1998. It stars Johnny Depp and will be released on October 28, 2011. The film is directed by Bruce Robinson (“Withnail and I”) from his own screenplay and also stars Aaron Eckhart, Amber Heard, Michael Rispoli, Richard Jenkins and Giovanni Ribisi. “The Rum Diary” is produced by Infinitum Nihil, the production company headed by Depp and Christi Dembrowski, along with Graham King and Tim Headington. Anthony Rhulen and Robert Kravis also produce.

“The Rum Diary” tells the increasingly unhinged story of itinerant journalist Paul Kemp (Depp). Tired of the noise and madness of New York and the crushing conventions of late Eisenhower-era America, Kemp travels to the pristine island of Puerto Rico to write for a local San Juan newspaper run by the downtrodden editor Lotterman (Jenkins). Adopting the rum-soaked lifestyle of the late ‘50s version of Hemingway’s “The Lost Generation,” Paul soon becomes entangled with a very attractive American woman, Chenault (Heard) and her fiancée Sanderson (Eckhart), a businessman involved in shady property development deals.  It is within this world that Kemp ultimately discovers his true voice as a writer and integrity as a man.

“Hunter S. Thompson became close with Johnny Depp during the filming of “Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas” and showed Depp the unpublished manuscript for The Rum Diary,” says producer and FilmDistrict co-founder Graham King. “I am extremely proud to bring this novel to film and to honor Hunter’s legacy.”

Peter Schlessel, CEO of FilmDistrict and President of GK Films, says, “The Rum Diary” is a special project for all of us here, as it is a true collaboration between both of our entities. Depp gives an extraordinary performance in this remarkable adaptation.”

“Robinson directed one of my favorite films, “Withnail and I” – combine that with Hunter S. Thompson and it’s a match made in celluloid heaven,” says Bob Berney, President of Distribution, FilmDistrict.

“The Rum Diary” is a GK Films, Infinitum Nihil and Film Engine production produced by Johnny Depp, Christi Dembrowski, Anthony Rhulen, Robert Kravis, Tim Headington and Graham King.

About FilmDistrict

FilmDistrict is a multi-faceted acquisitions, distribution, production and financing company focusing on wide release, commercial pictures.  Founded in September by Graham King and Tim Headington’s GK Films, in partnership with Peter Schlessel, the company’s films include INSIDIOUS, April 1; SOUL SURFER, April 8; DRIVE, Sept. 16; and LOCKOUT, February 24, 2012.  For more information, visit filmdistrict.com.

About GK Films

Graham King launched GK Films in May 2007 with business partner Tim Headington. Most recently, GK Films produced the animated tale “Rango,” directed by Gore Verbinski and produced with his Blind Wink Productions for Paramount Pictures, “The Town,” written and directed by Ben Affleck for Warner Bros., and “The Tourist,” directed by Florian Henckel von Donnersmarck and starring Angelina Jolie and Johnny Depp.

The company is currently in post-production on the 3-D adventure film “Hugo Cabret,” directed by Martin Scorsese set for release through Paramount Pictures on November 23rd 2011, an untitled love story, written and directed by Angelina Jolie, the crime drama “London Boulevard,” starring Colin Farrell and Keira Knightley and written and directed by Academy Award®-winning screenwriter William Monahan and “The Rum Diary” starring Johnny Depp and produced with Depp’s production company, Infinitum Nihil.

GK Films has announced several projects in development including the screen adaptation of “Jersey Boys,” the untitled Freddie Mercury story starring Sacha Baron Cohen and written by Peter Morgan and a reboot of the successful action franchise,“Tomb Raider.”

Previous GK Films releases include “Edge of Darkness,” and the three-time Academy Award® nominated “The Young Victoria.”

In 2010, Graham King and Tim Headington launched a new division, GK-TV.  Run by President Craig Cegielski, GK-TV is dedicated to the development, production and worldwide distribution of television programming.  GK-TV’s miniseries “Camelot,” set to premiere on Starz on April 1, 2011, stars Joseph Fiennes and Eva Green.

GK Films, in partnership with Peter Schlessel, formed FilmDistrict, a multi-faceted studio that encompasses acquisitions, distribution, production and financing on wide release commercial pictures.  The company will theatrically distribute several films per year. GK Films can be found at http://gk-films.com.

About Infinitum Nihil

Infinitum Nihil was formed in 2004 and enjoys a production deal with GK Films. The two companies have produced the forthcoming film The Rum Diary starring Johnny Depp and written and produced by Bruce Robinson, as well as Hugo Cabret directed by Martin Scorsese and set for release on November 23rd through Paramount Pictures.  Additionally, Infinitum Nihil and Graham King are in pre-production on Dark Shadows for Warner Brothers with Johnny Depp set to star with Tim Burton directing.

Infinitum Nihil and GK Films share a number of films in development for Warner Brothers, including Shantaram, based on the book by Gregory David Roberts and adapted by Eric Roth; Attica adapted by Linda Woolverton and to be directed by Sam Fell; Gordon Dahlquist’s The Glass Books of the Dream Eaters and the Tom Robbins classic Fierce Invalids Home from Hot Climates adapted by Eric Aronson.

Infinitum Nihil is also developing the Nick Tosches book In The Hand of Dante as well as journalist-author James Meek’s The People’s Act of Love.

PIRATES OF THE CARIBBEAN: ON STRANGER TIDES – Sneak Peek Coming Soon to Disneyland Park

If you’re looking forward to the new adventures of Captain Jack Sparrow in “Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides,” then you won’t want to miss the exciting new pirate experience coming to Disneyland park. Beginning March 25, you can join Jack and a crew of rowdy pirates for a Disneyland park-exclusive, extended 3D film sequence – a sneak peek of the new movie (opening May 20).

It’ll be “all hands on deck” as park guests take on the role of pirates and enter Festival Arena to “set sail” for high adventure with Captain Jack and many of the new Pirate stars in the unique, immersive 3D film experience, featuring a scene from the new movie. Look for Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides – Sneak Peek on weekend nights from March 25 to May 30, and seven nights a week from April 15 through May 1.

Check the Disneyland park Show Times Guide for nightly sailing times, and get ready for a rollicking good time filled with action, suspense and laughter.

Synopsis:

Produced by Jerry Bruckheimer and directed by Rob Marshall, PIRATES OF THE CARIBBEAN: ON STRANGER TIDES captures the fun, adventure and humor that ignited the hit franchise—this time in Disney Digital 3D™. Johnny Depp returns to his iconic role of Captain Jack Sparrow in an action-packed adventure. Crossing paths with the enigmatic Angelica (Penélope Cruz), he’s not sure if it’s love—or if she’s a ruthless con artist who’s using him to find the fabled Fountain of Youth. When she forces him aboard the “Queen Anne’s Revenge,” the ship of the legendary pirate Blackbeard (Ian McShane), Jack finds himself on an unexpected adventure in which he doesn’t know whom to fear more: Blackbeard or Angelica, with whom he shares a mysterious past. The international cast includes franchise vets Geoffrey Rush as the vengeful Captain Hector Barbossa and Kevin R. McNally as Captain Jack’s longtime comrade Joshamee Gibbs, plus Sam Claflin as a stalwart missionary and Astrid Bergès-Frisbey as a mysterious mermaid.

Join Jack Sparrow‘s Crew Text PIRATES to Disney (347639)* *standard message rates apply

Prepare for battle! PIRATES OF THE CARIBBEAN: ON STRANGER TIDES sails into theaters May 20th in Disney Digital 3D™. Visit the official website at: http://www.Disney.com/Pirates. “Like” PIRATES OF THE CARIBBEAN on Facebook at: http://www.Facebook.com/PiratesoftheCaribbean. Follow on Twitter: Twitter.com/DisneyPictures

Visit Capt. Sparrow’s Facebook page HERE. (http://www.facebook.com/CaptainJackSparrow)

Visit Barbossa’s Facebook page HERE. (http://www.facebook.com/PiratesBarbossa)

Visit Angelica’s Facebook page HERE. (http://www.facebook.com/pages/Angelica/168557266528629)

Visit Blackbeard’s Facebook page HERE. (http://www.facebook.com/PiratesBlackbeard)

Photos: Peter Mountain © Disney Enterprises, Inc. All Rights Reserved

2nd Exciting Trailer & New Photos From PIRATES OF THE CARIBBEAN: ON STRANGER TIDES

The second trailer for PIRATES OF THE CARIBBEAN: ON STANGER TIDES has debuted on Yahoo! Movies and Disney.com. In the new trailer, Captain Jack Sparrow (Johnny Depp) finds himself on an unexpected journey to the fabled Fountain of Youth when a woman from his past (Penelope Cruz) forces him aboard the Queen Anne’s Revenge, the ship of the formidable pirate Blackbeard (Ian McShane).

Plus, check out the two newly released photos from the movie!


“PIRATES OF THE CARIBBEAN: ON STRANGER TIDES” Young missionary Philip Swift (SAM CLAFLIN) and enigmatic mermaid Syrena (ASTRID BERGÉS-FRISBEY) are mysteriously drawn to each other despite the fact that they should be natural enemies. Ph: Peter Mountain © Disney Enterprises, Inc. All Rights Reserved


“PIRATES OF THE CARIBBEAN: ON STRANGER TIDES” Captain Jack Sparrow (JOHNNY DEPP) and Joshamee Gibbs’ (KEVIN R. McNALLY) are unpleasantly surprised to find themselves at the gates of St. James Palace rather than freedom as they exit a paddy wagon. Ph: Peter Mountain © Disney Enterprises, Inc. All Rights Reserved

Synopsis:

Produced by Jerry Bruckheimer and directed by Rob Marshall, PIRATES OF THE CARIBBEAN: ON STRANGER TIDES captures the fun, adventure and humor that ignited the hit franchise—this time in Disney Digital 3D™. Johnny Depp returns to his iconic role of Captain Jack Sparrow in an action-packed adventure. Crossing paths with the enigmatic Angelica (Penélope Cruz), he’s not sure if it’s love—or if she’s a ruthless con artist who’s using him to find the fabled Fountain of Youth. When she forces him aboard the “Queen Anne’s Revenge,” the ship of the legendary pirate Blackbeard (Ian McShane), Jack finds himself on an unexpected adventure in which he doesn’t know whom to fear more: Blackbeard or Angelica, with whom he shares a mysterious past. The international cast includes franchise vets Geoffrey Rush as the vengeful Captain Hector Barbossa and Kevin R. McNally as Captain Jack’s longtime comrade Joshamee Gibbs, plus Sam Claflin as a stalwart missionary and Astrid Bergès-Frisbey as a mysterious mermaid.

To Join Jack Sparrow‘s Crew Text PIRATES to Disney (347639)* *standard message rates apply

Prepare for battle! PIRATES OF THE CARIBBEAN: ON STRANGER TIDES sails into theaters May 20th in Disney Digital 3D™.

Visit Capt. Sparrow’s Facebook page HERE. (http://www.facebook.com/CaptainJackSparrow)

Visit Barbossa’s Facebook page HERE. (http://www.facebook.com/PiratesBarbossa)

Visit Angelica’s Facebook page HERE. (http://www.facebook.com/pages/Angelica/168557266528629)

Visit Blackbeard’s Facebook page HERE. (http://www.facebook.com/PiratesBlackbeard)