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DREAMWORKS ANIMATION’S MAGICAL AND CRITICALLY-ACCLAIMED ADVENTURE, RISE OF THE GUARDIANS, DEBUTS ON BLU-RAY™ AND DVD
Perfect For Easter Baskets, Gift Pack Arrives March 12th With The Heartwarming Film AND Two Hopping Toy Eggs!
HOLLYWOOD, CA (February 13, 2013) – Praised by critics and moviegoers of all ages, DreamWorks Animation SKG, Inc.’s (Nasdaq: DWA) spectacular and heartfelt adventure RISE OF THE GUARDIANS soars onto Blu-ray, Blu-ray 3D™ and DVD on March 12, 2013. Hailed as “brilliant” and “the best family film of the year” (Joel Amos, MovieFanatic.com) with “spellbinding power” (James Verniere, Boston Herald) and “dazzling animation” (Tom Long, Detroit News), RISE OF THE GUARDIANS received outstanding audience reactions and a coveted ‘A’ Cinemascore. DreamWorks Animation’s newest animated adventure has captured the imagination of audiences worldwide with a fun-filled and magical story about the legendary guardians—Jack Frost, the Easter Bunny, Santa Claus, the Tooth Fairy and Sandman—together for the first time! When the evil Pitch threatens to take over the world, it’s up to our beloved heroes to protect the hopes and dreams of children everywhere. Filled with non-stop action and laughs, it’s a dazzling family film that’s being hailed as “an instant classic” (Nancy Jay, Daybreak USA).
Just in time for Easter, RISE OF THE GUARDIANS will be available in a Blu-ray + DVD + Digital Copy Pack with UltraViolet™ or single-disc DVD, each of which includes two delightful hopping toy eggs inspired by the ones seen in the film (while supplies last—quantities are limited). The combo pack and single-disc DVD also include special features that take viewers behind-the-scenes to learn more about the magic used to bring the story to life.
Featuring an all-star cast of voice talent including Chris Pine, Alec Baldwin, Hugh Jackman, Isla Fisher and Jude Law, RISE OF THE GUARDIANS delivers humor, adventure and exceptional entertainment that the whole family can enjoy. The film will also be available on March 12th in a three-disc Blu-ray 3D + Blu-ray + DVD + Digital Copy Pack with UltraViolet and for digital download on February 26th.
DreamWorks Animation’s Rise of the Guardians Blu-ray Combo Pack
The Rise of the Guardians Blu-ray + DVD + Digital Copy Pack includes two hopping toy eggs, plus almost an hour of bonus features:
Disc 1 (Blu-ray):
Feature film in high definition
Blu-ray Exclusive Bonus Features:
- Jack Frost Snowball Showdown!—Use your remote to duck and dodge snowballs!
- Rock, Paper, Scissors with Sandy—See if you can beat the Sandman in this classic game.
Additional Bonus Features:
- Behind the Magic—Explore the filmmakers’ journey to create Rise of the Guardians’ enthralling look, characters, effects and music:
- Dreaming Up the Look
- Naughty & Nice: Designing Memorable Characters
- Enchanting Effects
- Creating an Epic Score
- The Man Behind the Guardians—Learn how DreamWorks Animation worked with author William Joyce to bring his novels to life.
- Dreamers and Believers—A look at the cast and characters of Rise of the Guardians.
- Sandy’s Dream Guide—The Sandman helps interpret your dreams in this interactive guide.
- Filmmakers’ Commentary—With director Peter Ramsey and producers Christina Steinberg and Nancy Bernstein.
Disc 2 (DVD):
Feature film in standard definition
Bonus features:
- Dreamers and Believers
- Sandy’s Dream Guide
- More Magic (DVD-ROM)—Printable egg holders, coloring sheets and more—perfect for Easter fun!
- Filmmakers’ Commentary
- Previews
DreamWorks Animation’s Rise of the Guardians Blu-ray 3D Combo Pack
The Rise of the Guardians Blu-ray 3D + Blu-ray + DVD + Digital Copy Pack includes the following:
Disc 1 (Blu-ray 3D):
Feature film in high definition and 3D
Disc 2 (Blu-ray):
Same as Blu-ray contents listed above
Disc 3 (DVD):
Same as DVD contents listed above
DreamWorks Animation’s Rise of the Guardians DVD
The single-disc DVD includes two hopping toy eggs, plus the following:
Feature film in standard definition
Bonus features:
- Dreamers and Believers
- Sandy’s Dream Guide
- More Magic (DVD-ROM)
- Filmmakers’ Commentary
- Previews
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About DreamWorks Animation SKG
DreamWorks Animation creates high-quality entertainment, including CG animated feature films, television specials and series and live entertainment properties, meant for audiences around the world. The Company has world-class creative talent, a strong and experienced management team and advanced filmmaking technology and techniques. DreamWorks Animation has been named one of the “100 Best Companies to Work For” by FORTUNE® Magazine for five consecutive years. In 2013, DreamWorks Animation ranks #12 on the list. All of DreamWorks Animation’s feature films are produced in 3D. The Company has theatrically released a total of 25 animated feature films, including the franchise properties of Shrek, Madagascar, Kung Fu Panda, How to Train Your Dragon and Puss in Boots. The Company’s theatrical releases for 2013 are The Croods on March 22, Turbo on July 19 and Mr. Peabody & Sherman on November 1.
About Paramount Home Media Distribution
Paramount Home Media Distribution (PHMD) is part of Paramount Pictures Corporation (PPC), a global producer and distributor of filmed entertainment. PPC is a unit of Viacom (NASDAQ: VIAB, VIA), a leading content company with prominent and respected film, television and digital entertainment brands. The PHMD division oversees PPC’s home entertainment, digital and television distribution activities worldwide. The division is responsible for the sales, marketing and distribution of home entertainment content on behalf of Paramount Pictures, Paramount Animation, Paramount Vantage, Paramount Classics, Insurge Pictures, MTV, Nickelodeon, Comedy Central and CBS and for providing home entertainment fulfillment services for DreamWorks Animation Home Entertainment. PHMD additionally manages global licensing of studio content and distribution across worldwide digital and television distribution platforms including online, mobile and portable devices and emerging technologies.
DREAMWORKS ANIMATION’S RISE OF THE GUARDIANS SPECIFICATIONS
Street date: March 12, 2013
Runtime: 97 minutes
U.S. Rating: PG for thematic elements and some mildly scary action
Canadian Rating: G for frightening scenes
DVD Aspect Ratios: Widescreen version Enhanced for 16×9 televisions
DVD Sound: English Dolby Digital 5.1
French Dolby Digital 5.1
Spanish Dolby Digital 5.1
English Dolby Digital 2.0
English Audio Description
DVD Subtitles: English, French and Spanish
Blu-ray: 1080p high definition
Blu-ray Sound: English 7.1 Dolby TrueHD
French 5.1 Dolby Digital
Spanish 5.1 Dolby Digital
English Audio Description
Blu-ray Subtitles: English, English SDH, French and Spanish