From Universal Studios Home Entertainment: James McAvoy and Academy Award(R) Winners Angelina Jolie and Morgan Freeman Star In The Visually Inventive Action Thriller WANTED

From Universal Studios Home Entertainment: James McAvoy and Academy Award(R) Winners Angelina Jolie and Morgan Freeman Star In The Visually Inventive Action Thriller WANTED

FOR A LIMITED TIME ONLY, OWN THE 2-DISC DVD & BLU-RAY HI-DEF WITH DIGITAL COPY

ON DECEMBER 2, 2008 FROM UNIVERSAL STUDIOS HOME ENTERTAINMENT

UNIVERSAL CITY, Calif., October 13 2008 -- James McAvoy ("Atonement") and Academy Award(R) winners Angelina Jolie ("Mr. and Mrs. Smith") and Morgan Freeman ("Dark Knight") star in the sexy, visually stunning, action thrill-ride "Wanted," coming to DVD and Blu-ray Hi-Def on December 2, 2008 from Universal Studios Home Entertainment. Visionary filmmaker Timur Bekmambetov, creator of "Day Watch" and "Night Watch," two of the most successful films in the history of Russian cinema, brings his incomparable imagination and innovative cinematic style to bear on the explosive story of an ordinary man transformed by destiny into a powerful assassin. Based on Mark Millar's explosive graphic novel series, "Wanted" blazes new cinematic trails with double-barreled surprises around every corner. Director Bekmambetov leads his extraordinary cast, which also includes Thomas Kretschmann (King Kong), Terence Stamp ("Star Wars: Episode 1 - The Phantom Menace") and Common ("American Gangster"), through a twisted maze of intrigue packed with two-fisted action.

With its visually inventive effects, experience "Wanted" at its best on Blu-ray Hi-Def. With picture perfect visuals and flawless DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 sound, the high definition version of "Wanted" can be viewed on any Blu-ray player or PlayStation(R)3. Only on Blu-ray Hi-Def, fans can get an exclusive look at the film's never-before-seen alternate opening, go deeper into the making of the film's mind-blowing effects in crystal clear high definition, and via the power of BD-Live, host a text chat with friends while watching the movie in synchronization.

"Wanted" is available in several home entertainment versions, including single-disc widescreen and full frame DVD editions, 2-disc Special Edition DVD and Blu-ray Hi-Def versions, and deluxe collector's sets. The limited edition 2-disc versions and collector's sets include a digital copy of the film. Perfect for holiday gift-giving, the deluxe collector's set features collectible packaging pierced with a bullet, creating a shattering effect to the outer case. Fans will also enjoy the gift set's photo book of assassins, collectible postcards and acrylic frame motion 3-D film cell. "Wanted" is priced at $29.98 SRP for the single-disc DVD, $34.98 SRP for the 2-disc Special Edition DVD, $39.98 SRP for the Blu-ray Hi-Def, $64.98 SRP for the DVD collector's set, and $69.98 for the Blu-ray collector's edition set. Preorder close is October 14, 2008.

ALL THE MOST WANTED BONUS FEATURES

The 2-disc Special Edition DVD, Blu-ray Hi-Def and collector's sets are packed with over an hour of exciting bonus features, including:

   --  Extended Scene -- Be the first to view this killer extended scene from       "Wanted."   --  Cast and Characters -- Go behind the scenes with Angelina Jolie, James       McAvoy, Morgan Freeman, Thomas Kretschmann and Common as they discuss       their roles in the film and their experiences on set.   --  Stunts on the L Train -- Stunt coordinators Nick Gillard and Mic       Rodgers explain how cast members Angelina Jolie and James McAvoy       performed the astounding elevated train stunt sequence.   --  Special Effects: The Art of the Impossible -- Special effects       supervisor Dominic Tuohy explains how his team pulled off the stunning       special effects throughout the film and how Angelina Jolie contributed       to the action.   --  Groundbreaking Visual Effects: From Imagination to Execution -- A look       at how the spectacular visual effects in the film were pre-visualized       and executed.   --  The Origins of "Wanted": Bringing the Graphic Novel to Life -- Creator       Mark Millar, producer Marc Platt, director Timur Bekmambetov and       screenwriters Michael Brandt, Derek Haas and Chris Morgan discuss the       original graphic novel and the process of adapting it for the big       screen.   --  Through the Eyes of Visionary Director Timur Bekmambetov -- A video       portrait of director Timur Bekmambetov, featuring interviews with       Angelina Jolie, James McAvoy, Morgan Freeman, Common, producer Marc       Platt and the director himself.   --  "Wanted": Motion Comics -- Watch as the graphic novel comes to life on       screen with narration and sound effects.   --  The Making of "Wanted": The Game   --  "The Little Things" Music Video Mash-Up (Please note this feature only       appears on the 2-Disc Special Edition and the standard definition       collector's set.)                          EXCLUSIVE TO BLU-RAY HI-DEF  

In addition to the aforementioned bonus features, all shown in high definition, the "Wanted" Blu-ray will also include the following bonus content:

   --  Alternate Opening -- View this exclusive alternate opening, only on       Blu-ray Hi-Def.   --  Exclusive U-Control: Universal's exclusive signature feature U-Control       allows viewers to delve into the making of the film with the click of       the remote without ever leaving the movie.       --  "Wanted": Motion Comics: See how the graphic novel compares to the           movie in this real-time, side-by-side BD exclusive       --  Scene Explorer: Explore the onscreen action from up to three           different perspectives in this multi-angle feature.       --  Assassins Profile: Get the high-tech low-down on each assassin's           strengths, weapons, and position with your own in-movie           surveillance system.       --  Picture in Picture: Access cast and crew interviews and           behind-the-scenes moments while you watch the film.   --  BD-Live -- The new technology that allows viewers to connect to the       Internet and access new exciting exclusive online and interactive       features.       --  My Chat: Using your internet-connected player, host a text chat           with your friends who also own "Wanted" on Blu-ray(TM) Hi-Def           while you watch the movie in synchronization!       --  My "Wanted" Commentary:  Connect and Create. Ever wish you could           create your own play-by-play movie commentary to share with           friends? Here's your chance. UniversalHiDef.com and the BD-Live           Center combine to offer you the opportunity to create your own           video, audio, or text commentary that you can share with all of           your Buddies in the BD-Live community.       --  My Scenes Sharing: Show your friends your favorite scenes from           "Wanted" via BD-Live.                                    SYNOPSIS  

Wesley's (James McAvoy) life is over -- his pathetic, old one, anyway ... Fortunately, it is all because of a girl. Enter sizzling-hot Fox (Angelina Jolie), who crashes into his life and introduces him to the Fraternity, a secret society of assassins, lead by the mysterious Sloan (Morgan Freeman). Seems Wes's long-lost father was killed while working for the Fraternity and Wes has been selected to target the rogue member who murdered him. But before he can complete his assignment, Wes must first uncover the dark secrets behind the Fraternity in order to determine his own destiny.

WANTED: WEAPONS OF FATE INTERACTIVE GAME BLASTS INTO STORES IN 2009

Fans of the movie "Wanted" can continue the thrilling action and visual style of the film in 2009 with 'Wanted: Weapons of Fate' the videogame on the Xbox 360(R) video game entertainment system from Microsoft, Games for Windows(R), and PLAYSTATION(R)3 computer entertainment system. The game, produced by Universal Pictures Digital Platforms Group, published by Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment and developed by GRIN, picks up after the film with an original story and intense gameplay featuring iconic moves such as "Curving Bullets" and "Assassin Time" drawn directly from the film, as well as an innovative, multi-layered cover mechanic.

   CAST AND FILMMAKERS   Directed by: Timur Bekmambetov   Screenplay by: Michael Brandt & Derek Hass and Chris Morgan   Story by:  Michael Brandt & Derek Haas   Based on the Series of Comic Books by: Mark Millar and J.G. Jones   Produced by: Marc Platt, Jim Lemley, Jason Netter, Iain Smith   Executive Producers: Adam Siegel, Marc Silvestri, Roger Birnbaum, Gary    Barber   Director of Photography: Mitchell Amundsen   Production Designer: John Myhre   Edited By: David Brenner, ACE   Co-Producers:  Mark Millar, J.G. Jones, Chris Carlisle   Costume Designer:  Varya Avdyushko   Music By: Danny Elfman   Cast: James McAvoy, Morgan Freeman, Terence Stamp, Thomas Kretschmann,    Common and Angelina Jolie    TECHNICAL INFORMATION    DVD   Street Date:  December 2, 2008   Pre-Order Close: October 14, 2008   Copyright: 2008 Universal Studios. All Rights Reserved.   Price:  Single disc: $29.98 SRP           2-disc Special Edition: $34.98 SRP           Gift set: $64.98 SRP           Blu-ray: $39.98 SRP           Blu-ray gift set: $69.98 SRP   Selection Number:       --  61102213 Full Frame       --  61102058 Wide Screen       --  61106052 2-Disc Special Edition       --  61106051 Collector's Set       --  61106054 Blu-ray       --  61107335 Blu-ray Collector's Set   Running Time: 1 hour 50 minutes   Layers:       --  Standard Definition: Dual       --  Blu-ray Hi-Def: BD-50   Aspect Ratio:  Various   Rating: Rated R (for strong bloody violence throughout, pervasive language           and some sexuality.)   Technical Info:       --  Standard definition:           --  Sound: Dolby Digital 5.1 English/Spanish/French; English DVS               Dolby Digital 2.0           --  Subtitles: English SDH, Spanish, French       --  Blu-ray Hi-Def:           --  DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 English/DTS Surround 5.1               Spanish/French           --  Subtitles: English SDH, Spanish, French     For artwork, please log on to our website at http://www.ushepublicity.com/.   

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