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7-Elevens Converted to Kwik-E-Marts for The Simpsons Movie « FirstShowing.net

Everyone knows what the Kwik-E-Mart is and where it’s from, and with the upcoming Simpsons Movie hitting screens in less than a month, Fox is going all out to make sure we’re reminded of The Simpsons everywhere we go. The latest promotion they’ve put together is a nearly complete conversion of a number of 7-11 gas stations into Kwik-E-Marts, and I mean complete. The first photos have appeared online over at Flickr, and they’ve done a pretty good job of converting the place. Take a look at what is the first real life Kwik-E-Mart!

Aardman Animation Anounces Four New Projects - Cinematical

I was so, so, so happy when Aardman Animation (Wallace and Gromit in the Curse of the Were-Rabbit) got a new distribution deal with Sony two months ago. And now I’m so, so, so happy that the two studios have announced four new projects, all of which sound amazing. It isn’t clear what film will arrive in theaters first, nor in what order these films will be released at all, but considering Aardman’s deal with Sony is only for three years, I’m guessing at least one of these will be in theaters by the end of 2008.

That’s what you get for leaving your ’speeder in Anchorhead overnight …

Comparing the recent photos of the speeder to the image published on the 1981 racing brochure, it’s doubtful even Luke Skywalker could have kept so much of the original vehicle intact. With the exception of the wrap-around grill, upholstery, Coke branding, and a couple other cosmetic changes, "Coke One" (as it is was originally called) appears relatively well-preserved, awaiting a new home in a collector’s garage or showroom.

Star Wars: Collecting | Landspeeder Discovered in Florida Impound

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First look: ‘Speed Racer’s’ demon on wheels - USATODAY.com

The film, Silver says, will have a "retro future" look and will center on Speed (Hirsch) trying to make a name for himself in the racing world despite the efforts of corporate giants to foil his career. The film also stars Christina Ricci as girlfriend Trixie and Matthew Fox as Speed’s older brother, Racer X.

Select moviegoers get tattletale tool - USATODAY.com

…This week, Regal Entertainment Group will significantly expand a program to give selected patrons wireless devices to anonymously alert the manager of disruptions.

"We have noticed over the years that customer etiquette has become more and more of a problem," says Dick Westerling, Regal’s senior vice president of marketing and advertising. "We’re doing what we can to provide a friendly environment for all moviegoers." …

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More Wallace & Gromit in the Works - Cinematical

If there’s any Wallace & Gromit fans out there saddened by the breakup of Dreamworks and Aardman, cheer up. I told you there was plenty more in store for the animation studio’s most popular characters, and I wasn’t just being hopeful. According to a spokesman from Aardman, Wallace & Gromit creator Nick Park is working on a new project for the claymation duo. It isn’t certain, though, whether the project will be for the big screen or for television. But whatever the medium, it is scheduled to begin shooting as soon as Park is finished writing the script.

Office Space as a Horror Film - Cinematical

Could you have ever imagined watching Office Space cut to look like a slasher flick? God bless the wonders of modern-day technology and the internet.

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Bryan Singer has signed a deal with Warner Brothers to direct and produce a sequel to Superman Returns, with Legendary Pictures expected to co-finance, Variety reported.

Superman Will Return - Cinematical

Well here we are at the end of October, and with a mighty weekend of 173 thousand bucks thanks to second-run and two-dollar theaters, Returns has officially passed the 200 million domestic milestone, with a worldwide take still slightly under 400 million.

As fans have been hoping, Warner has also officially announced the 11/28 release of the 14-disc Superman: The Ultimate Collector’s Edition DVD box set (SRP $99.92). Packaged in a special tin case, the set will include the 2-disc Superman Returns: Special Edition, the 4-disc Superman: The Movie - Special Edition, the 2-disc Superman II: Special Edition, the single-disc Superman II: The Richard Donner Cut, the single-disc Superman III and Superman IV DVDs, the You Will Believe: The Cinematic Saga of Superman documentary, the previously-released Look Up in the Sky! The Amazing Story of Superman and a Bryan Singer’s Journals Extended Edition disc featuring ALL of the director’s video journals shot on the set of Superman Returns (along with 2 that have never been seen before). The case will also include a reproduction of the Superman #7 comic book, a booklet on the history of the character and a mail-in offer for all 5 Superman feature film movie posters. Here’s a look at the box set’s contents, all laid out for you to see…

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