PR Newswire Entertainment Weekly RoundUp for Week Ending Friday, December 10, 2004

PR Newswire Entertainment Weekly RoundUp for Week Ending Friday, December 10, 2004 The following is a select summary of the top entertainment-related press releases transmitted this week by PR Newswire. The full text of these releases is available at no charge to journalists on PR Newswire for Journalists, http://www.prnewswire.com/media. Editors are also advised that high-resolution photos are available to accompany these previously transmitted releases. Members of the media may download the photos at no charge from the online archive links indicated below. Many photos are also available via the AP PhotoExpress Network, as indicated by the PRN# listed below. 1. Jean-Michel Cousteau, the United Nations Environment Programme and 3D Entertainment Join Forces to Protect Sharks with New 3D IMAX Theatre Film Full text of the release is available at: http://media.prnewswire.com/en/jsp/main.jsp?resourceid=2830058 An accompanying high-resolution photo is available at: NEWSCOM: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20041210/LAFRU12 AP PHOTOEXPRESS: PRN16 Caption: Jean-Michel Cousteau, the United Nations Environment Programme and 3D Entertainment Join Forces to Protect Sharks with New 3D IMAX Theatre Film World premiere screening of "SHARKS 3D," hosted by Jean-Michel Cousteau, to be held December 15, 2004 at the Luxor IMAX theatre in Las Vegas. SHARKS 3D, the first-ever shark-themed IMAX theatre film produced in 3D, offers an astonishing, up-close three- dimensional encounter with nature's ultimate, yet endangered predator while delivering a compelling conservation message. Contact: Sheila Morris, +1-818-487-9300, sheila@morrispr.com, or Julien Bollee, +1-800-819-7753, jbollee@sharks3D.com, both for 3D Entertainment, Los Angeles (CA); or Paul Zemitzsch of Ocean Futures Society, Santa Barbara (CA), +1-314-616-7873, paul@sequel-llc.com; or James Sniffen of United Nations Environment Programme, New York (NY), +1-212-963-8094, sniffenj@un.org 2. Over 15 Million Attend Titanic Exhibition Full text of the release is available at: http://media.prnewswire.com/en/jsp/main.jsp?resourceid=2831739 An accompanying high-resolution photo is available at: NEWSCOM: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20041210/LAFRU9 AP PHOTOEXPRESS: PRN13 Caption: Titanic: The Artifact Exhibition has guided over 15 million visitors through the brief tragic existence of the Ship Titanic. Preserving the memory of the 2,200 passengers and crew, actual artifacts and room re-creations, like the Ship's Grand Staircase above, illuminate the history and science behind Titanic's maiden voyage, sinking, and artifact recovery from the depths of the North Atlantic. Currently on view in Philadelphia, Salt Lake City and Manchester, England, the exhibition continues to tour the world enthralling sellout crowds. Contact: Gerald Couture, CFO of Premier Exhibitions, Inc., +1-404-842-2600; or Investor and Media Relations, Dan Luther of North Coast Advisors, Inc., +1-585-218-7372, or dluther@ncainc.com 3. Holiday Champagne - The Rules of Enjoyment Full text of the release is available at: http://media.prnewswire.com/en/jsp/main.jsp?resourceid=2832627 An accompanying high-resolution photo is available at: NEWSCOM: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20041210/LAFRU1 AP PHOTOEXPRESS: PRN2 Caption: Korbel's "rules of enjoyment" show how easy celebrating the holidays with champagne can be. From selecting to serving, these easy-to-follow suggestions add festive champagne sparkle to holiday gatherings, whether a big event or an intimate evening for two. Contact: Margie Healy of Korbel Champagne Cellars, +1-707-824-7715, mhealy@korbel.com 4. New Holiday Options at BLOCKBUSTER(R) Make Giving the Gift of Entertainment Even Easier Full text of the release is available at: http://media.prnewswire.com/en/jsp/main.jsp?resourceid=2830595 An accompanying high-resolution photo is available at: NEWSCOM: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20041210/LAFRU7 AP PHOTOEXPRESS: PRN8 Caption: GIFT GIVING MADE EASY -- Entertainment is always a popular holiday gift, and the Create Your Own Gift Basket center is just one gift giving idea from BLOCKBUSTER this season. Shoppers can put movies, games, confections and other items from BLOCKBUSTER stores with the Create Your Own Gift Basket center's holiday packing to make a personalized gift for someone special. BLOCKBUSTER also offers sure-fire gifts for the last-minute shopper, including a ready-made Grab N Go Bag and holiday-themed BLOCKBUSTER GiftCards. Contact: Holly Vershum of Blockbuster Inc., +1-214-854-3190 5. AOL(R)Music First View Premieres New Animated Destiny's Child Video for 'Rudolph The Red-Nosed Reindeer(R)' Full text of the release is available at: http://media.prnewswire.com/en/jsp/main.jsp?resourceid=2832782 An accompanying high-resolution photo is available at: NEWSCOM: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20041209/NYTH028 Caption: AOL(R)Music First View Premieres New Animated Destiny's Child Video for 'Rudolph The Red-Nosed Reindeer(R)' Contact: Amy Gross of AOL, +1-646-805-2037, Agross74@aol.com; or Sasha Junk of Classic Media, +1-212-659-1993, sj@classicmedia.tv; or Ed James of Andy Morris and Company, +1-212-561-7455, ed@amc-pr.com, for Classic Media 6. NEWSWEEK COVER: The Birth of Jesus Full text of the release is available at: http://media.prnewswire.com/en/jsp/main.jsp?resourceid=2829220 An accompanying high-resolution photo is available at: NEWSCOM: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20041205/NYSU006 Caption: In the December 13 issue of Newsweek (on newsstands Monday, December 6): "The Birth of Jesus. Faith and History: How the Story Came to Be." Newsweek looks at the Biblical story of the birth of Jesus and examines the scholarly debate over the historical accuracy of the Nativity narratives. Plus: the real problems in the Department of Homeland Security; the Ukraine election and Putin's plans; college student blogs rule; Lemony Snicket and a guides to changes in the tax law. Contact: Jan Angilella of Newsweek, +1-212-445-5638 7. Edible Holiday Cheer: The Organic Three-Herb Wreath From OrganicBouquet.com Full text of the release is available at: http://media.prnewswire.com/en/jsp/main.jsp?resourceid=2830915 An accompanying high-resolution photo is available at: NEWSCOM: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20041207/SFTU036 Caption: OrganicBouquet.com's Organic Three-Herb Wreath features bay leaves, rosemary and thyme with dried red chili peppers. The wreath is 12 inches in diameter and is priced at $35 plus $9.95 shipping overnight anywhere in the United States from OrganicBouquet.com. Contact: Isaac Cronin of OrganicBouquet.com, +1-415-717-4455, or Isaac@epicroots.com 8. Get Glamour. Get Luxury. Get Red. Happy Holidays, Frederick's of Hollywood Style Full text of the release is available at: http://media.prnewswire.com/en/jsp/main.jsp?resourceid=2832754 An accompanying high-resolution photo is available at: NEWSCOM: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20041209/LATH011 Caption: Get Glamour. Get Luxury. Get Red. Happy Holidays, Frederick's of Hollywood Style Contact: Jezzica Lindkrantz of Frederick's of Hollywood, +1-323-957-5838, jlindkrantz@fredericks.com 9. Dating Headshots: the Key to Online Dating Success Without Quality Photos, Online Daters Waste Their Time and Money. DatingHeadshots.com Launches National Photo Service to Solve Problem. Full text of the release is available at: http://media.prnewswire.com/en/jsp/main.jsp?resourceid=2829843 An accompanying high-resolution photo is available at: NEWSCOM: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20041210/LAFRU10 AP PHOTOEXPRESS: PRN14 Caption: DATING HEADSHOTS: THE KEY TO ONLINE DATING SUCCESS Without Quality Photos, Online Daters Waste Their Time and Money. DatingHeadshots.com launches a photography service across the U.S. and parts of Canada, that specializes in providing online daters with premium photography services. They realize how important quality dating headshots are to making online dating successful. The photographers of DatingHeadshots.com work with each client to design a photo shoot to make the client feel comfortable and look natural, not posed or too perfect. Contact: Claire Bahn, Echelon Photography, DatingHeadshots.com, +1-646-638-2618 10. President Bush (Mis)Speak Calendar Is National Best-Seller for Third Consecutive Year Full text of the release is available at: http://media.prnewswire.com/en/jsp/main.jsp?resourceid=2830605 An accompanying high-resolution photo is available at: NEWSCOM: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20041210/LAFRU3 AP PHOTOEXPRESS: PRN4 Caption: The 2005 Quote-a-Day Desk Calendar -- "Presidential (Mis)Speak: The Very Curious Language of George W. Bush," features over 300 brand new Grammatical Blunderings and Oratorical Manglings from the 43rd President of the United States. But don't take our word for it, have a look inside this Smash Best-Selling calendar at: http://www.bushcalendar.com/misspeak. Share the amusement with the perfect holiday gift, proclaimed a "National Sensation" by ABC News - available now for only $11.99. At Bookstores everywhere or Online at: www.bushcalendar.com Contact: Jim Pepe of Outland Books, +1-315-685-8723, ext. 12, pepe@outlandbooks.com 11. Kallisto Presents the First Interactive, Story-driven Game for Mobile Phones Full text of the release is available at: http://media.prnewswire.com/en/jsp/main.jsp?resourceid=2832471 An accompanying high-resolution photo is available at: NEWSCOM: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20041210/LAFRU11 AP PHOTOEXPRESS: PRN15 Caption: Kallisto's "Mystery At Work" -- A Story-driven Game for Mobile Phones In this "choose your path" mystery game, you are accused of murdering your boss! You attempt to elude the police long enough to discover the real murderer. Set in a modern office, the story exposes the tribulations encountered by a twenty-something in their first job. The game was generated using Kallisto's authoring tool for creating interactive, story-based games and other content-rich media targeted to mobile phones. Contact: Alan Weiler of Kallisto Productions, Inc., +1-415-257-4777, or fax, +1-415-257-4770, or kallisto@kallisto.com 12. The 21st Century Living Room Digital Media Moves from The PC to The TV Full text of the release is available at: http://media.prnewswire.com/en/jsp/main.jsp?resourceid=2830615 An accompanying high-resolution photo is available at: NEWSCOM: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20041210/LAFRU6 AP PHOTOEXPRESS: PRN7 Caption: The brand new MSNR TV 2 Internet & Media Player from Microsoft is a comfortable, affordable way to get on the Internet via an ordinary TV set and enjoy the digital photos, music and videos stored on your home PC. Contact: Jeff Rutherford of Trylon Communications, +1-413-369-4128, jeffru@tryloncommunications.com, for MSN TV From Microsoft 13. Trading Cards Come to Life in Computers and Game Consoles Full text of the release is available at: http://media.prnewswire.com/en/jsp/main.jsp?resourceid=2830570 An accompanying high-resolution photo is available at: NEWSCOM: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20041210/LAFRU4 AP PHOTOEXPRESS: PRN5 Caption: Get Serious with Cardz! The first ever DVD Cardz for Manchester United have arrived! Compatible with PS2, Xbox and DVD players/drives and loaded with incredible interactive video, bios, stats, trivia and games, 71 million global Man U fans are going wild! NBA CD Cardz - (60 to collect) are Win/Mac compatible and packed with the coolest video highlights, bios, stats, trivia and desk top goodies. Now you don't need millions to buy a player! Available at http://www.serious.com/ and all good newsstands. Contact: Kathy Heslop, Director of Promotions of Serious USA, Inc., +1-212-696-5585, kathy@serioususa.com 14. A Unique CD of Favorite, Fabulous Arena Anthems Full text of the release is available at: http://media.prnewswire.com/en/jsp/main.jsp?resourceid=2830248 An accompanying high-resolution photo is available at: NEWSCOM: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20041206/LAM143 Caption: The new Fox Sports Radio CD, Fan Jams, is jam-packed with fans favorite stadium anthems, plus lots of other terrific tracks. Produced and distributed by Premiere Innovative Marketing Group, Fan Jams is available at all FYE stores, as well as Transworld Entertainment Corp outlets, including Specs, Coconuts and Strawberries. A portion of the proceeds will go to Boys and Girls Clubs of America. Contact: Keven Bellows, +1-818-461-5131, for Premiere Radio Networks 15. George Foreman Adds Sparkle to the Holiday Season Foreman's Knock-Out(R) Line Makes Holiday Cleaning Easy - and Safe for the Environment Full text of the release is available at: http://media.prnewswire.com/en/jsp/main.jsp?resourceid=2830606 An accompanying high-resolution photo is available at: NEWSCOM: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20041210/LAFRU8 AP PHOTOEXPRESS: PRN9 Caption: Shown here is George Foreman with his complete line of environmentally friendly Knock-Out(R) cleaning products, including a Multi-Purpose Cleaner, a Deep Stain Remover, a Streak-Free Glass Cleaner and a Disinfectant Spray. The products are now available at most Target Stores, Publix and Duckwall and will soon be available at most Walgreens, other mass retailers, grocery and drug store chains. For complete information visit www.knockoutcleaning.com. Contact: Kim Rion of Marketing Support, Inc., +1-773-278-5116 16. American Gold Medal Wines Directory Debuts Premiere 2005 Issue Lists Top Medal-Winning Wines From 20 Prestigious Wine Competitions Full text of the release is available at: http://media.prnewswire.com/en/jsp/main.jsp?resourceid=2831358 An accompanying high-resolution photo is available at: NEWSCOM: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20041210/LAFRU2 AP PHOTOEXPRESS: PRN3 Caption: American Gold Medal Wines, Inc. has released American Gold Medal Wines 2005, the premiere edition of its comprehensive guide to the gold-medal-winning wines of the United States. Aggregating the highest-ranking medal winning American wines from the country's 20 most influential wine competitions, the annual directory lists wines first by varietal and then by price--the way most consumers shop for wine. American Gold Medal Wines has a suggested retail price of $11.95 and is available nationwide and online at www.AmericanGoldMedalWines.com. Contact: Christina Zirker or Charlie Purdom, both of Paige Poulos Communications, +1-510-970-9777, or 1-800-497-3376, or AmericanGoldMedalWines@paigepoulos.com, for American Gold Medal Wines, Inc. 17. Boy George Guest DJs at WinterFest - Lake Tahoe's Tenth Annual Gay and Lesbian Ski Week Full text of the release is available at: http://media.prnewswire.com/en/jsp/main.jsp?resourceid=2830593 An accompanying high-resolution photo is available at: NEWSCOM: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20041210/LAFRU5 AP PHOTOEXPRESS: PRN6 Caption: Boy George guest DJs at WinterFest, Lake Tahoe's Tenth Annual Gay and Lesbian Ski Week. WinterFest takes place March 6-13, 2005 with world class skiing, nightly receptions and DJ dance parties. Boy George will pump up the volume for the Laser Blue Dance Party on Saturday, March 12, 2005. Top DJs from London and the U.S., including Dean Millward, Gerard G and Jerry Griffith will join Boy George at WinterFest, Lake Tahoe's only Gay and Lesbian Ski Week since 1996. Contact: Kevin Ray of NGLVCB, +1-775-883-1301 18. Diana DeGarmo's Debut Album Released December 7; Nothin' but 'Blue Skies' for 'American Idol' Full text of the release is available at: http://media.prnewswire.com/en/jsp/main.jsp?resourceid=2829419 An accompanying high-resolution photo is available at: NEWSCOM: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20041206/SFM077 Caption: Diana DeGarmo's Debut Album Released December 7; Nothin' but 'Blue Skies' for 'American Idol' Finalist Contact: Roger Widynowski, +1-310-358-4125, or rogerw@bmg.com, or Meredith Israel, +1-212-930-4377, or meredith.Israel@bmg.com, both for RCA Records 19. Star Jones Reynolds Returns to the Red Carpet for E! Entertainment Television's 10-Hour Live Coverage of the 62nd Annual Golden Globe(R) Awards Full text of the release is available at: http://media.prnewswire.com/en/jsp/main.jsp?resourceid=2830762 An accompanying high-resolution photo is available at: NEWSCOM: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20041207/LATU056 Caption: Star Jones Reynolds Returns to the Red Carpet for E! Entertainment Television's 10-Hour Live Coverage of the 62nd Annual Golden Globe(R) Awards Contact: Diane Morgan of E! Entertainment Television, +1-323-954-2516 20. Disneyland(R) Honors Hollywood Legend Fess Parker on the 50th Anniversary of TV's 'Davy Crockett' Full text of the release is available at: http://media.prnewswire.com/en/jsp/main.jsp?resourceid=2833303 An accompanying high-resolution photo is available at: NEWSCOM: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20041209/LATH090 Caption: "DAVY CROCKETT" TURNS 50 AT DISNEYLAND. On the 50th anniversary of his debut as TV's "Davy Crockett," actor Fess Parker, pictured here with Walt Disney in 1955, will receive the ultimate Disneyland honor on December 15th when the park unveils a tribute window in recognition of the actor's contributions to the opening of Disneyland. Contact: George Savvas of DISNEYLAND RESORT PRESS & PUBLICITY, +1-714-781-4500 21. Julie Andrews and Target Host Baby Book Shower for National Contest Winner Full text of the release is available at: http://media.prnewswire.com/en/jsp/main.jsp?resourceid=2828538 An accompanying high-resolution photo is available at: NEWSCOM: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20041203/NYF045 Caption: Julie Andrews and Target Host Baby Book Shower for National Contest Winner Contact: Paula Thornton-Greear of Target Stores, +1-612-696-3400; or Elizabeth Page of Ogilvy Public Relations, +1-212-880-5340 22. 'The Princess Diaries 2 DVD Pajama Ball,' Benefiting St. Jude Children's Research Hospital Full text of the release is available at: http://media.prnewswire.com/en/jsp/main.jsp?resourceid=2832621 An accompanying high-resolution photo is available at: NEWSCOM: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20041209/LATH054 Caption: Garry Marshall and Bob Chapek (Pres Buena Vista Home Entertainment). 'The Princess Diaries 2 DVD Pajama Ball,' benefiting St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. The event was held at the Beverly Hilton Hotel. Photo by: Steve Cohn (C) Berliner Studio / BEImages Contact: For further information, please contact: Talent, Amelia McPartlon, +1-818-295-5243, or Print, Jeff Kaplan, +1-818-295-5229, or Broadcast, Cari Sanders, +1-818-295-5256, all for Buena Vista Home Entertainment. 23. David Renzer Promoted to Chairman & CEO, Universal Music Publishing Group Full text of the release is available at: http://media.prnewswire.com/en/jsp/main.jsp?resourceid=2828779 An accompanying high-resolution photo is available at: NEWSCOM: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20041203/LAF031 Caption: David Renzer Promoted to Chairman & CEO, Universal Music Publishing Group. Contact: Heather Brown, Director of Marketing & Communications of Universal Music Publishing Group, +1-310-235-4870, or fax, +1-310-235-4920, heather.brown@umusic.com For more information on any of the photos, or on gaining access to the archives, members of the media may contact the PR Newswire Photo Desk at +1-888-776-6555 or +1-212-782-2840. 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