U.S. SEASON OF
"HANNAH MONTANA & MILEY CYRUS: BEST OF BOTH WORLDS CONCERT;"
IN CINEMAS ON DISNEY DIGITAL 3D
EXTENDED - DUE TO POPULAR DEMAND
In response to the overwhelming demand for its 3-D feature version of Walt Disney Pictures' "Hannah Montana & Miley Cyrus: Best of Both Worlds Concert," and the film's record breaking opening weekend performance as the nation's #1 film with an astounding three-day tally of US $29 million. Disney is extending the length of the film's theatrical run in the US, it was announced today by Mark Zoradi, president, Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures Group. The Disney Digital 3-D feature length concert film, which also features a special appearance by the enormously popular Jonas Brothers, will now play extended engagements. The film bowed in 683 3-D venues on February 1 and established a new industry record not only for Super Bowl weekend but for a Digital 3-D film opening with a per screen average of over US $42,000.
Commenting on the announcement, Zoradi said, "Audience reaction for the Disney Digital 3-D presentation of 'Hannah Montana & Miley Cyrus: Best of Both Worlds Concert' has been so overwhelming that we've decided to extend the film's U.S. theatrical run. The extra playing time will give more fans a chance to see their favourite performer in an exciting new way that brings the concert experience to life on the big screen. It will also accommodate those fans who want come and enjoy the experience again. Miley is clearly one of today's most exciting, talented and charismatic performers, and we're delighted that her fans are having such a great time with this entertaining and innovative 3-D adventure."
"Hannah Montana & Miley Cyrus: Best of Both Worlds Concert" in Disney Digital 3-D was directed by Disney veteran Bruce Hendricks, and produced by Art Repola. Acclaimed director Kenny Ortega (the "High School Musical" films), conceived and produced the actual concert tour, and makes a special guest appearance in the film. Seven state-of-the-art 3-D digital cameras, provided by Cameron/Pace Designs (and utilizing the same innovative technology being used on James Cameron's upcoming 3D film, "Avatar") were used in the making of the film. Mitch Amundsen ("Transformers" and Martin Scorsese's upcoming documentary, "Shine a Light") served as director of photography, and Michael Tronick ("Hairspray") was the editor.
About "Hannah Montana"
The hit Disney Channel series "Hannah Montana" is a global triumph, reaching over 164 million unique total viewers worldwide and ranking for two consecutive years as the #1 series among kids 6-14 on U.S. cable TV. The series is seen on 27 Disney Channels and free-to-air broadcasters around the world. Episodes are also available on the iTunes Music Store. The series star, talented 15-year-old Miley Cyrus, has multiple projects at The Walt Disney Company spanning TV, Music, Consumer Products and Studio divisions. The #1 ranking "Hannah Montana" soundtracks are the biggest, fastest success the pop album charts have seen in years, with combined sales of over 8 million CDs to-date. The sold-out 70-date US concert tour, Hannah Montana/Miley Cyrus: Best of Both Worlds, was among the top grossing tours of 2007.
Australian fans will get their chance to experience the concert in select 3D cinemas from March 20, 2008 for a limited season.
To view the trailer visit www.disneymovies.com.au
HANNAH MONTANA & MILEY CYRUS: BEST OF BOTH WORLDS CONCERT
STARRING: Miley Cyrus, Kenny Ortega, Billy Ray Cyrus
With SPECIAL GUEST: Jonas Brothers
DIRECTOR: Bruce Hendricks
"We Got The Party"
Written by Kara DioGuardi
Performed by Hannah Montana
"Pumpin' Up The Party"
Written by Jamie Houston
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