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Unstable Fables: Goldilocks and the 3 Bears

November 25, 2008 / / 0 Comments

The classic “Goldilocks” fairytale gets a modern makeover in the upcoming release of the computer animated movie, GOLDILOCKS AND THE 3 BEARS. Once again, the Jim Henson Company, Prana Animation Studios and Flame Ventures produce another addition for the Unstable Fables collection. Brought to you by Genius Products and The Weinstein Company, this revamped children’s classic will be debuting on DVD December 16th.

UNSTABLE FABLES: GOLDILOCKS AND THE 3 BEARS meets up with the famous porridge-lover as a spoiled television star. In order to bump up her career, she and the Bears agree to star in a reality television show which puts them live in front of the world 24/7 as they live in a house together. The house faces struggles as they have to find a way to peacefully co-exist in order to boost ratings and get Goldilocks’ career back on track.

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Guillermo Del Toro working on stop-motion ‘Pinocchio’ movie

November 17, 2008 / / 0 Comments

Geeks worldwide cried tears of joy as the news broke that Guillermo del Toro and the Jim Henson Co. are developing a stop-motion PINOCCHIO feature with a darker tone.

Del Toro spilled the beans to the fine folks over at Bloody Disgusting, revealing that he was working on the script with Gris Grimly, illustrator on 2002’s PINOCCHIO.

Del Toro is incredible busy, working on the highly-anticipated HOBBIT movie which will actually be spread out over two movies and will take about five years of his time. He is directing and co-writing along with the Peter Jackson, Fran Walsh and Philippa Boyens.

As if that wasn’t enough, Del Toro is also working on remakes of FRANKENSTEIN, DR. JEKYLL AND MR. HYDE and SLAUGHTERHOUSE-FIVE as well as an adaptation of Dan Simmons’ DROOD.

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Jim Henson Company’s ‘Unstable Fables: Tortoise vs. Hare’

August 20, 2008 / / 0 Comments

The Tortoise and the Hare return for a rematch in the upcoming release of The Jim Henson Company’s Unstable Fables: Tortoise vs. Hare. Brought to you by Genius Products and The Weinstein Company, this updated children’s classic will be debuting on DVD September 9th.

Unstable Fables: Tortoise vs. Hare races forward 15 years after the beginning of the infamous rivalry. Walter the Tortoise and Murray the Hare are ready more than ever for a long awaited rematch and this time their kids join the race!

The movie features an impressive celebrity ensemble including the voice talent of Jay Leno, Danny Glover, Vivica A. Fox, Keke Palmer and Drake Bell.

The DVD features exclusive bonus materials including a special tutorial on how to draw a character from the movie, as well as an exclusive behind the scenes look at the animation process, voice recordings and more.

Check out these 15 stills from the movie:

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Jim Henson’s ‘The Blue Elephant’ DVD

August 14, 2008 / / 0 Comments

The Jim Henson Company today announced its upcoming CGI animated tale ‘The Blue Elephant’ – arriving on DVD September 2nd.

The Blue Elephant tells the story of one elephant and the many life lessons he learns along his journey. The film features the voice talent of Martin Short, Carl Reiner and Miranda Cosgrove.

The DVD also includes bonus features such as a special tutorial on how to draw a character from the movie, as well as an exclusive behind the scenes look at the animation process, voice recordings and more.

Check out the DVD cover and images from the movie:

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