Disney News Headlines
February 2003 / Movies, TV, Stage
Bloomberg: Disney Will Add Logo to More Films to Expand Audience, WSJ Says (Movies,General) posted: 2/28/03
The February 28th Bloomberg News capsulates a Wall Street Journal report that the Disney company will increase the number of films released under the Walt Disney Pictures banner in hopes of expanding the brand's image.
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Scoop: Gemstone Publishing Disney Comics Update (Movies,Coll) posted: 2/28/03
The February 28th Scoop reports Gemstone Publishing Summer releases of classic Disney comics is on schedule.
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Variety: Blade II Director Heads for Disney's Willows (Movies) posted: 2/28/03
According to the February 28th Variety, Blade II director Guillermo del Toro has signed on to direct a new live-action and computer-animated feature version of The Wind in the Willows for the Walt Disney Co.
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E!Online: ABC Greenlights Alias, Bachelor (Movies) posted: 2/28/03
E! Online reports 8 Simple Rules for Dating My Teenage Daughter, According to Jim, Alias, America's Funniest Home Video, The Bachelor, George Lopez, Less Than Perfect, Life with Bonnie, My Wife and Kids and NYPD Blue will return to the ABC network next year. The network is expected to unveil its full fall schedule in May.
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LATimes: Alias on a Mission, Recruit More Men (Movies) posted: 2/28/03
The February 28th Los Angeles Times explores the Disney Company's various plans to boost ratings in the critically acclaimed spy series Alias.
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LPWire: The Most Oscar Nominated Film of the Year Goes to Web (Movies) posted: 2/28/03
For the first time online, visitors can view a nearly 30 minute piece on the extraordinary story behind the making of the hit film.
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Mediaweek: Kimmel Pulls in Larger Audience than Kilborn (Movies) posted: 2/28/03
Mediaweek's Programming Insider reports Jimmy Kimmel Live leads in the head-to-head half hour against Craig Kilborn's show on CBS by 14 percent in adults 18-34 and by 67 percent among men 18-34. The article also reports ABC's Good Morning America is gaining ground on perennial favorite NBC's Today.
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AICN: Visit to Set of Spy Kids 3D (Movies) posted: 2/28/03
Ain't It Cool News offers a first hand account from the set of the upcoming Spy Kids film which is being shot in 3D.
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Zap2It: Casting News: ABC Plays Polo, CBS Gets Busy (Movies) posted: 2/28/03
The February 27th Zap2It reports ABC has cast Teri Polo and David Sutcliff will star in ABC's untitled sitcom from Chris Henchy ("Spin City") and Marco Pennette ("Caroline In The City"). The sitcom will loosely reflect Henchy's true life experiences courting celebrity wife Brooke Shields.
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AICN: Call for Extras in Baltimore for Disney Pic Ladder 49 (Movies) posted: 2/28/03
Ain't It Cool News announces a final extras casting call will be taking place in Baltimore, MD on Sunday, March 2nd for the Disney's firefighter flick Ladder 49 starring John Travolta.
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LP Poll: What do you think of Disney-owned ABC shows like Bachelor, Are You Hot? And Help I'm Celeb? (Movies) posted: 2/28/03
During the past week LaughingPlace.com asked readers, "What do you think of Disney-owned ABC airing shows like The Bachelor, Are You Hot? And I'm a Celebrity, Get Me Out of Here?" The top responses are: It's not something a Disney owned company should be doing (43%), It's not a big deal (37%), and other 11%. This poll will close Friday at midnight Pacific.
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OrSen: Real War Debuts as Reality TV (Movies) posted: 2/27/03
The February 27th Orlando Sentinel reviews Profiles From the Line, the television program produced by Jerry Bruckheimer that premieres tonight on ABC, giving it three out of five stars.
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USAToday: Profiles finds ABC AWOL from reality (Movies) posted: 2/27/03
The February 26th USA Today reviews Profiles From the Line, the television program produced by Jerry Bruckheimer that premieres tonight on ABC, giving it one star.
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Reuters: Children's Book Sets Recalled Over Choking Hazards (Movies) posted: 2/27/03
The February 27th Reuters reports Random House has recalled box sets of children's books entitled Walt Disney Co.'s Monsters Inc. "Monsters to Go!" and "Winnie the Pooh -- A Very Merry Christmas" as a precaution because plastic parts of the box handles can detach and pose a choking hazard.
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ActionFigures: Disney Robot Toys and Alias Dolls (Movies,Coll) posted: 2/27/03
Action-Figure.com offers images of the 12" Alias figures and NECA's Disney Robots.
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Variety: Miramax Rolls Dice for Guys and Dolls Remake (Movies) posted: 2/27/03
According to the February 27th Variety, Miramax Films is negotiating for the rights package to Guys and Dolls, a remake by the duo that brought Chicago to the big screen.
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HllywdRprtr: Slipper Fits Duff for Cinderella at Warner Bros (Movies) posted: 2/27/03
According to the February 27th Hollywood Reporter, Lizzie McGuire star Hilary Duff will pull in $2 million to star in a "Clueless meets Cinderella" movie for Warner Bros.
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AWN: Disney Director Joins Mad Cow (Movies) posted: 2/27/03
Animation World News reports Disney director Steve Trenbirth joins Mad Cow Pictures founder Steve Sagovac as co-owner of the Australian animation company. The article offers a brief description of Trenbirth's Disney career.
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EW: Why Kimmel's Talk Show Has Stars Just Saying No (Movies) posted: 2/27/03
Entertainment Weekly talks about continuing rumors that CBS, NBC and FOX will not let their stars appear on Jimmy Kimmel Live.
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NYDailyNews: ABC Stuck in a real bind (Movies) posted: 2/26/03
The February 24th New York Daily News reports ABC is focused on avoiding a fourth-place finish in the February sweeps and discusses their controversial moves in reality programming.
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LPWire: TRON 2.0 Digitizes Into Retail Stores Aug. 26, 2003 (Movies,Coll) posted: 2/26/03
Playing as Jet Bradley, son of ENCOM programmer Alan Bradley from the film, gamers will race on light cycles, battle corruption both inside and outside of the computer world, and explore locations including the Internet Hub, Firewall and light cycle Game Grid.
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Toymania: Disney/Hasbro Toys Announced at ToyFair 2003 (DL,WDW,Movies,Coll) posted: 2/26/03
Toymania offers descriptions of the upcoming Hasbro toys featuring Disney's Princesses, the characters from Toy Story, Brother Bear, Finding Nemo, Lion King and Theme Park attractions.
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ToyCollectibles: JAKKS Pacific To Offer Foam Water Toys Based on Finding Nemo (Movies,Coll) posted: 2/26/03
JAKKS Pacific, Inc announces new Disney foam water toys, called Zoodles which will feature characters from Disney/Pixar's Finding Nemo and characters from The Little Mermaid. ToyCollectibles also announces various craft and activity toys featuring Finding Nemo character is expected to hit shelves just prior to the film's release.
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Mattel: PDF flyer featuring upcoming Disney Princess dolls release (Movies,Coll) posted: 2/26/03
Mattel announces Fantasy Fashions Disney Princesses. They are expected to hit stores in May 2003.
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ActionFigure: Mickey's Christmas Carol Figures (Movies,Coll) posted: 2/26/03
Action-Figure.com reveals pictures of Praying Mantis' Mickey's Christmas Carol figures expected to hit shelves this holiday season.
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DarkHorizons: Pixar to Team with Anime Legend Miyasaki (Movies) posted: 2/26/03
Dark Horizons offers the rumor that Pixar's first post-Disney project will be Miyazaki's first all cgi English feature.
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DisneyStore.com 50% off Pin Sale (Movies,Coll) posted: 2/26/03
The DisneySore.com and the Disney catalog is in the midst of its semi-annual 50% pin sale. Among the sale items are the LE Toot, Whistle, Plunk and Boom set, pin lanyards, pin storage bags, Steamboat Willie pin set and the LE Disney Villains boxed pin sets.
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Scoop: Mickey Mouse Chums (Movies,Coll) posted: 2/26/03
The February 21st Scoop Newsletter talks about the Mickey Mouse Weekly and its invitation to readers to be a Mickey Mouse chum.
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LATimes: Hollywood Top Gun Leads Charge Onto Small Screen (Movies) posted: 2/26/03
The February 26th Los Angeles Times talks about film producer Jerry Bruckheimer's move to television including his upcoming ABC documentary Profiles from the Front Line which debuts Thursday and talks about his agreement with the Pentagon to shadow troops should war break out in Iraq.
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Buena Vista Box Office Results Feb 21 - Feb 24 (Movies) posted: 2/26/03
This weekend's top box office performer for Buena Vista Pictures is Jungle Book 2 held onto the number four spot with $8,709,662.
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Reuters: Treasure Planet Steps Up Two Spots in British Box Office (Movies) posted: 2/25/03
The February 25th Reuters reports Treasure Planet stepped up two spots to number 3 during its second week of release. (LP note: article mistakenly lists it at number 5 which was its position last week)
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ManilaTimes: Veteran Disney filmmakers
behind Treasure Planet (Movies) posted: 2/25/03
The February 26th Manila Times talks with Treasure Planet directors John Musker and Ron Clements. The article offers comments of animator Glen Keane about working with the duo.
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Variety: Baldwin to Star in Disney Feature (Movies) posted: 2/25/03
According to Variety's Army Archerd, Alec Baldwin is set to star in the Disney film Providence along with Matthew Broderick, Ray Liotta, Calista Flockhart and Toni Collette.
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Variety: Wife & Kids Rerun Bidding War Has Begun (Movies) posted: 2/25/03
Variety reports the bidding war for off-network repeat rights of My Wife and Kids have been won by Tribune stations.
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Reuters: ABC Sells Out sells out ad time for Academy Awards show (Movies,General) posted: 2/24/03
The February 24th Reuters reports ABC has sold out its commercial time for the Academy Awards which airs next month.
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BravoChannel: It Factor Features Disneyland Audition (Movies) posted: 2/24/03
This week's episode (Episode 8) of the It Factor: Los Angeles that airs on the Bravo Channel features D'Angelo auditioning for a Disneyland show.
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Disney Records Wins Grammy for Scream Factory Favorites (Movies,Coll) posted: 2/24/03
Walt Disney Records' Monsters, Inc; Scream Factory Favorites featuring Riders in the Sky won Best Musical Album For Children at the 45th Annual Grammy Awards.
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E!Online: Jungle Book 2 Number 4 in its Second Week (Movies) posted: 2/24/03
E! Online reports Disney's Jungle Book 2 held onto the number 4 spot in its second week with $8.6 million.
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WSJ: New Reality Programs Win Over Younger Viewers (Movies) posted: 2/24/03
The February 24th Wall Street Journal looks at reality programs, its future and its possible effects.
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NYTimes: Networks Plan Flood of Reality Shows for Summer (Movies) posted: 2/24/03
The February 24th New York Times takes a look on the upcoming reality series coming to television including ABC's additions and talks about the impact of reality television.
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HllywdRprtr: Security issues halt Fiddler (Movies) posted: 2/24/03
According to the February 24th Hollywood Reporter, filming on Disney's upcoming presentation of Fiddler on the Roof has been postponed due to heightened insurance costs and security issues relating to the possible war.
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LATimes: Alamo Legend, Take 2 (Movies) posted: 2/24/03
The February 24th Los Angeles Times addresses some of the challenges in re-creating the epic story of the Alamo.
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Intelligencer: Auto-body shop restores fire engines for Disney movie (Movies) posted: 2/24/03
The Intelligencer reports Wagner's Body Shop in York Haven has agreed to restore five Baltimore City fire vehicles for the Disney's upcoming motion picture, Ladder 49 starring John Travolta, Joaquin Phoenix and Robert Patrick.
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Broadway: More About Little Mermaid Reading (Movies) posted: 2/24/03
Broadway.com reports The Little Mermaid reading scheduled for the weekend will feature Gavin Creel as Prince Eric, Emily Skinner as Ursula, Joe Farrell as Louis, Kerry Butler as Ariel and Patrick Quinn as King Triton.
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LaughingPlace.com's Webmasters to Guest on KFMB's Hooked on Trivia (DL,WDW,OD,Movies,Coll,General) posted: 2/24/03
On Saturday, March 15th, LaughingPlace.com webmasters Doobie and Rebekah will join Hooked on Trivia host Mike Cook for an evening of Disney Trivia, beginning at 9:30p (Pacific). Listen live on the radio at 760AM out of San Diego or over the internet at 760KFMB.com. Call in for your chance to win.
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LPWire: Piglet's Big Movie at the El Capitan Theatre beginning 3/24 (Movies) posted: 2/24/03
The El Capitan Theatre will present Piglet's Big Movie beginning March 24th. Each film presentation will be preceeded by a sing-a-long with Pooh.
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TVGuide: Matt Roush Reviews The Music Man (Movies) posted: 2/24/03
In his TV Guide review of The Music Man, Matt Roush credits its producers Craig Zadan and Neil Meron for the current revival of movie musicals.
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Disney.com Offers Vintage Mickey Mouse Short (Movies) posted: 2/21/03
Visit Disney.com to view Mickey Mouse in Klondike Kid. This 1929 short features Mickey's first words, "hot dog" According to the Encyclopedia of Animated Shorts website, Carl Stalling, the short's Musical Director provided the voice of Mickey.
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Forbes: Q&A With Jeffrey Katzenberg (Movies,General) posted: 2/21/03
The February 20th Forbes.com offers an interview with Jeffrey Katzenberg, DreamWorks' de facto chief executive.
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Mediaweek: ABC Ratings (Movies) posted: 2/21/03
Mediaweek reports the ratings for the second night of ABC's I'm A Celebrity - Get Me Out of Here dropped 32% from its premiere showing and looks at the ratings for other ABC programming.
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TribReview: Disney on Ice brings family favorites to Mellon Arena (Movies) posted: 2/21/03
The February 20th Tribune Review takes a look at Disney on Ice's 100 Years of Magic which is currently showing at the Mellon Arena in Pittsburgh.
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ValleyInd: Disney ice show celebrates 100 Years of Magic (Movies) posted: 2/21/03
The February 20th Valley Independent talks with Disney On Ice performer Scott Irvine.
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Yahoo!MoviesUK: Disney's teenage confessions (Movies) posted: 2/21/03
The February 21st Yahoo! Movies UK reports Disney has taken over pre-production of Confessions of a Teenage Drama Queen.
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Kerry Butler's Official Website (Movies) posted: 2/21/03
Visit Kerry Butler's official website to learn more about the actress who currently participating in the reading for Disney Theatrical's The Little Mermaid as Ariel.
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LP Poll: Do you plan on seeing Jungle Book 2? (Movies) posted: 2/21/03
During the past week LaughingPlace.com asked readers, "Do you plan on seeing Jungle Book 2?" The top responses are: No (35%), Wait for video or dvd (25%), and definitely 21%. This poll will close Friday at midnight Pacific.
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Disney.com: Andy Mooney President, Disney Consumer Products Presentation (Movies,Coll,General) posted: 2/20/03
On February 19th Andy Mooney, Disney Consumer Products President gave a presentation at the 4th Annual Salomon Smith Barney Leisure Conference. A replay of the presentation is available online until February 26.
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DarkHorizons: Pirates Film Name Change (Movies) posted: 2/20/03
Dark Horizons reports Disney's feature film starring Johnny Depp is now entitled Pirates of the Caribbean: Curse of the Black Pearl.
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LPWire: Eisner To Accept NAB Hall of Fame Award on Behalf of Wonderful World of Disney Series (Movies) posted: 2/20/03
On April 7th Michael Eisner will accept the National Association of Broadcasters Hall of Fame Award for the Disney Anthology of television programming which includes "Disneyland," "Walt Disney Presents," "Walt Disney's Wonderful World of Color," "Disney's Wonderful World," "Walt Disney," "The Disney Sunday Movie," "The Magical World of Disney" and, as it is currently known, "The Wonderful World of Disney."
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Zap2It: Alias Creator Explains Why SD-6 Had to Go (Movies) posted: 2/20/03
The February 19th Zap2It.com, talks with Alias creator J.J. Abrams about the show's recent changes including the destruction of SD-6.
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Zap2It: Jenny McCarthy Signs for ABC Pilot (Movies) posted: 2/20/03
The February 20th Zap2It.com reports ABC has signed Jenny McCarthy for a comedy pilot that was co-written by Tim Allen. The article also describes two other comedy pilots ordered by ABC.
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SLTrib: Silly Celebrity May Turn Out to Be Competitive Mudslinger (Movies) posted: 2/20/03
The Salt Lake City Tribune talks with I'm a Celebrity - Get Me Out of Here! creator Natalka Znak.
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NYPost: I'm A Reviewer: Get This Off TV! (Movies) posted: 2/20/03
Adam Buckman in his February 20th New York Post column describes ABC's I'm a Celebrity - Get Me Out of Here! as "so vaporous that a minute after the show ended, I could barely remember that it had been on at all."
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Variety: ABC Reality Show to Offer Love For Sale (Movies) posted: 2/20/03
The February 20th Variety announces ABC has picked up the rights to Love for Sale which offers an established couple a substantial sum of money if one of them agrees to spend several weeks with a member of the opposite sex.
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E!Online: Bachelorette Stunner (Movies) posted: 2/20/03
E! Online offers a recap of the finale episode of The Bachelorette which won its timeslot with an estimated 20.4 million viewers.
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Zap2It: Viewers Show Love for Bachelorette on Wednesday (Movies) posted: 2/20/03
The February 20th Zap2It.com reports The Bachelorette finale topped the ratings.
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WSJ: Disney To Push Retail Gear Tied To Its TV Shows (Movies,Coll) posted: 2/19/03
The February 19th Wall Street Journal reports Lizzie McGuire merchandise did well in a Limited, Too trial run and an expansion of the line is expected for Kohl's stores this year and Kim Possible goods are expected to hit Wal-Mart shelves this summer. The article talks about Disney's move to establish the Disney Princesses as a third core of merchandise and reports tetail sales of princess goods will reach $1.3 billion this year.
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OrSen: It's a jungle out there: ABC bets on celebrities (Movies) posted: 2/19/03
The February 19th Orlando Sentinel talks about ABC's latest reality entry I'm a Celebrity -- Get Me Out of Here which premieres tonight.
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LPWire: Disney Records Release Piglet's Big Movie Soundtrack, 3/18 (Movies,Coll) posted: 2/19/03
Internationally renowned singer/songwriter Carly Simon brings her own magic to Piglet and friends. Simon wrote seven new songs for the soundtrack and performs several songs in the movie including the classic "Winnie the Pooh." Through the film's music, Simon expresses the heart and soul of its characters.
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E!Online: "Sabrina" Star Says 'I Do' for ABC (Movies) posted: 2/19/03
The February 19th E! Online reports Melissa Joan Hart's summer wedding preparations will air on ABC.
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OrSen: Baloo 2, Goodman is a honey (Movies) posted: 2/19/03
The February 19th Orlando Sentinel chats with John Goodman, voice of Baloo in Jungle Book 2.
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Buena Vista Box Office Results Feb 14 - Feb 16 (Movies) posted: 2/19/03
This weekend's top box office performer for Buena Vista Pictures is Jungle Book 2 debuting in the number four spot with $14,109,797
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Local6: Photos Of Disney's New Space Ride Posted Online (WDW,Movies) posted: 2/18/03
The February 17th Local6.com update talks about WDWMagic.com interior photos of Mission: Space.
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LPWire: KidzMouse(R) Forms Agreement With Disney Interactive (Movies,Coll) posted: 2/18/03
KidzMouse(R), Inc. announced today that is has signed an agreement with Disney Interactive to produce its patented, half- sized computer mouse designs in characters patterned after Mickey Mouse and Winnie the Pooh. Mickey Mouse will be bundled with Disney's Magic Artist Software and Winnie the Pooh will be bundled with Disney's Pooh Learning Software. Both products will target toddlers and K through 3rd Graders.
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Reuters: Treasure Planet Debuts 5th in Britain (Movies) posted: 2/18/03
The February 18th Reuters reports Disney's Treasure Planet debuted in 5th place in Britain.
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Variety: Mowgli & Co. Return in Slim 'Jungle Book 2' (Movies) posted: 2/18/03
The February 18th Variety takes a look at DisneyToon Studios' Jungle Book 2.
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AniBlast: Mary Blair Tribute Website Info (DL,Movies) posted: 2/18/03
Animation Blast reports a website dedicated to the works of Mary Blair has opened.
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DarkHorizons: Monsters, Inc 2 News (Movies) posted: 2/18/03
Dark Horizons offers John Goodman's recent comments about a Monsters, Inc sequel.
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AWN: State of TV Animation Panel (Movies) posted: 2/18/03
Animation World Magazine announces the 2003 State of Animation Panel set for Wednesday evening in Glendale, CA.
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HllywdRprtr: CNN-ABC News Union Off (Movies,General) posted: 2/14/03
According to the February 14th Hollywood Reporter, AOL Time Warner has pulled the plug on the negotiations for the merger between CNN and Disney's ABC News. Article includes official statements from AOL and Disney.
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NYTimes: Talks on Merging CNN with ABC News Collapse (Movies) posted: 2/14/03
The February 14th New York Times examines the collapse of the merger talks between AOL Time Warner and the Disney Company.
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AniBlast: Disney Does Something Right For Once; Sorcerer Apprentice Film (Movies) posted: 2/14/03
Animation Blast's February 14th editorial "praises" Disney for their decision to remake the classic Sorcerer's Apprentice.
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AniMovieNews: Stills from Brother Bear (Movies) posted: 2/14/03
Animated Movie News offers stills, concept art and other information about Disney's upcoming animated feature Brother Bear.
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DigitalMediaFX: A Look at The Jungle Book 2 (Movies) posted: 2/14/03
Digital Media FX takes a look at DisneyToon Studios Jungle Book 2.
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AP: UPN to Stop Airing Disney Kids Programs (Movies) posted: 2/14/03
The February 13th Associated Press reports the Disney Company will not renew its contract to air shows like Digimonand Legend of Taran with UPN television stations.
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Mediaweek: Ratings for ABC's Are You Hot? (Movies) posted: 2/14/03
Mediaweek's Programming Insider reports ABC's latest reality show Are You Hot? performed slightly better than ABC's regular programming for that time slot but didn't help the network move from the number three spot. ABC's The Bachelorette: Men Tell All captured the top spot on Wednesday passing American Idol by a small margin.
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LATimes: Networks Are Caught Up in Ratings Battle (Movies) posted: 2/14/03
The February 14th Los Angeles Times discusses the ongoing ratings battle in network television as ABC, NBC and even FOX are using Michael Jackson footage to draw large audience numbers.
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NYTimes: Bad Timing! Right Here in River City! (Movies) posted: 2/14/03
The February 14th New York Times offers a negative review of Disney's upcoming presentation of The Music Man.
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HonoluluAdv: Bringing island authenticity to Disney World (Movies) posted: 2/14/03
The February 13th Honolulu Advertiser talks about the anticipated changes to the Polynesian Resort's Hawaiian show.
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Scoop: Lion King Breakfast Bobbles (Movies,Coll) posted: 2/14/03
Inside boxes of Kellogg's Smacks cereal are mini Bobbleheads featuring characters from The Lion King.
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Animation Central To Host Q&A Session with Pete Docter (Movies) posted: 2/14/03
Using the Animation Central discussion boards, animation enthusiasts can post their questions for Pete Docter prior to the site's Question & Answer session with the Monsters, Inc. Director on February 22nd. Questions can be posted in their Questions or Comments section under Misc.
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LP Poll: Who is your favorite character in Emperor's New Groove? (Movies) posted: 2/14/03
During the past week LaughingPlace.com asked readers, "Who is your favorite character in Emperor's New Groove?" The top responses are: Kronk (36%), Pacha (17%) and Kuzco (13%). This poll will close Friday at midnight Pacific.
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Reuters: Disney Whips Up New Apprentice (Movies) posted: 2/13/03
The February 12th Reuters reports Disney is remaking the animated short Sorcerer's Apprentice into a feature length presentation.
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WichitaEagle: Disney's new Music Man aims for demo-rich younger audience (Movies) posted: 2/13/03
The February 13th Wichita Eagle offers a positive review of ABC's upcoming presentation of The Music Man.
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Jam!Showbiz: Celebrity Mole Unmasked (Movies) posted: 2/13/03
The February 13th Jam! Showbiz offers highlights from the episode of Celebrity Mole Hawaii announcing Frederique Van Der Wal was unveiled as the Mole.
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Zap2It: Griffin Wins Celebrity Mole (Movies) posted: 2/13/03
The February 13th Zap2It announces comedienne Kathy Griffin won Celebrity Mole Hawaii.
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LATimes: ABC News Exec Will Step Down to Produce (Movies) posted: 2/13/03
The February 13th Los Angeles Times reports Paul Friedman, executive vice president and managing editor of news coverage at ABC News will step down to produce news programs for ABC and other media outlets.
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OrSen: Lilo & Stitch: Oh, lei! (Movies) posted: 2/12/03
The February 12th Orlando Sentinel talks with Lilo & Stitch creators Chris Sanders and Dean DeBlois about the film's Oscar nomination.
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OrSen: Oscar nod puts Disney on spot (Movies) posted: 2/12/03
According to the February 12th Orlando Sentinel, Treasure Planet's Oscar nomination took Disney by surprise and offers them the option of attempting to capitalize on the nomination to boost the film's disappointing box office during its initial release.
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AWN: Ice Age, Spirit, Lilo & Thornberrys Take Two Golden Reel Nods (Movies) posted: 2/12/03
The February 10th Animation World Magazine reports Disney's Lilo & Stitch received two nominations from the Motion Picture Sound Editors, for its Golden Reel Awards ceremony which will be held March 22nd.
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CartoonResearch: Jerry Beck Reviews the Oscar Nods for Animated Shorts (Movies) posted: 2/12/03
Cartoon Research's Jerry Beck reviews the field of Oscar nominated animated shorts.
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Variety: Disney toon trio tapped for Oscar (Movies) posted: 2/12/03
The February 12th Variety takes a look at the films nominated in the Best Animated Feature category.
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LATimes: Chicago Has Hollywood Saying, Hey, Kids, Let's Put on a Show! (Movies) posted: 2/12/03
The February 12th Los Angeles Times talks about the resurgence of film musicals as Chicago leads the Oscar nominations and talks about the Disney Company's role in maintaining the musical format through its animated features like The Lion King and Beauty and the Beast.
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WSJ: Oscars Let Disney Kick Up Its Heels (Movies) posted: 2/12/03
The February 12th Wall Street Journal on Yahoo! talks about Chicago, Walt Disney Co.'s Miramax Films' successful musical which leads this year's Oscars nominations.
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USAToday: Oscars will be Harvey's show - again (Movies) posted: 2/12/03
The February 12th USA Today offers brief comments from Harvey Weinstein, chief and co-founder of Miramax.
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LPWire: Reactions from Miramax Studios Oscar Nominees (Movies) posted: 2/12/03
Press release from Miramax Films offering the reactions from several of their Oscar nominees.
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Reuters: Oscar Officials See Show Going on Despite War Talk (Movies) posted: 2/12/03
The February 11th Reuters reports Oscar officials do not anticipate postponing the awards ceremony set to air on ABC.
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EW: Stallone will play villain in next ''Spy Kids (Movies) posted: 2/12/03
Entertainment Weekly offers further information about Spy Kids 3 including Stallone's role, the film's unique format and more.
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Yahoo!Movies: Jungle Book 2 Trailer and Movie Clips (Movies) posted: 2/12/03
Yahoo! Movies offers the trailer and movie clips from Jungle Book 2.
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AniMovieNews: Incredibles Trailer Coming Soon, McGuire Film Trailer Link (Movies) posted: 2/12/03
Animated Movie News reports the trailer for Pixar's feature The Incredibles is expected to premiere May 30th and offers a link to the trailer for the upcoming Lizzie McGuire film.
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LPWire: Inspector Gadget's Go Go Gadget Car To Make Rare Appearance At Phantom's Game on Feb 21 (Movies,General) posted: 2/12/03
The ingenious Go-Go Gadgetmobile, direct from Disney's Inspector Gadget 2 movie, drives into the First Union Spectrum for an exclusive appearance at the Philadelphia Phantoms game against the Albany River Rats on Friday, February 21 at 7 p.m. The car will remain on the sidewalk outside of First Union Spectrum for fans to view and have their picture taken with the car.
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LPWire: Walt Disney Tops Industry with 44 Academy Award Nominations (Movies) posted: 2/11/03
The Walt Disney Company today received an industry- leading 44 Oscar nominations from the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, including 13 nominations for Miramax's "Chicago", 10 for "Gangs of New York" and nine for "The Hours," a co-production with Paramount Pictures.
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OrSen: Chicago leads Oscar pack (Movies) posted: 2/11/03
The February 11th Orlando Sentinel reports Miramax's Chicago leads the Oscar nominations with 13. Disney's Treasure Planet and Lilo & Stitch, Dreamworks' Spirit: Stallion of the Cimarron, Fox's Ice Age and the Disney distributed Japanese anime feature Spirited Away received animation nods.
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Razzies: Christopher Walken Receives Razzie Nod for Country Bears (Movies) posted: 2/11/03
The official press release for the 23rd Annual Golden Raspberry (RAZZIE) Awards, dis-honoring the year's Worst Achievements in Film announces Christopher Walken has received a nomination for his role in Country Bears.
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Reuters: One Life Shines at DGA Daytime Noms (Movies) posted: 2/11/03
The February 11th Reuters reports ABC's One Life to Live has captured three of the five Directors' Guild of America nominations for daytime.
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Variety: Allen dons Dad's duds (Movies) posted: 2/11/03
The February 11th Variety discusses Tim Allen's upcoming film for Nickelodeon and his continuing work with Disney including Santa Clause 3.
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DarkHorizons: Stallone Set For Spy Kids 3 (Movies) posted: 2/11/03
Dark Horizons reports Sylvester Stallone will play a villainous character in the next installment of the Spy Kids series.
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Ain'tItCoolNews: Freaky Friday Review (Movies) posted: 2/11/03
Ain't It Cool News offers a review of Disney's upcoming remake of Freaky Friday with Lindsey Lohan and Jamie Lee Curtis.
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OrSen: ABC will counterprogram CBS' Survivor (Movies) posted: 2/11/03
The February 11th Orlando Sentinel reports ABC will present Profiles From the Front Line, a six-episode reality series on the troops in Afghanistan in the time slot opposite CBS' Survivor.
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Zap2It: ABC Picks Up Pair of Comedy Pilots (Movies) posted: 2/11/03
According to the February 11th Zap2It ABC has ordered two pilots, Platonically Incorrect and a family comedy by Michael J Fox.
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HllywdRprtr: Premiere nets Dis rights (Movies) posted: 2/11/03
According to the February 11th Hollywood Reporter, Walt Disney Television International and German pay TV operator Premiere have signed agreements that grant them the rights to carry the Disney Channel and to broadcast a string of Disney movies.
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Buena Vista Box Office Results Feb 7 - Feb 9 (Movies) posted: 2/11/03
This weekend's top box office performer for Buena Vista Pictures is Shanghai Knights debuting in the number two spot with $19,603,630.
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NYTimes: As Animation Goes Digital, Disney Fights For Its Crown (Movies,General) posted: 2/10/03
The February 10th New York Times explores the evolving world of animation and Disney's struggle to hold the top spot in the expanding field.
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NYTimes: A Corporate Cliffhanger Starring Disney and Pixar (Movies,General) posted: 2/10/03
The February 9th New York Times examines the corporate dance Pixar and Disney are entwined in as their multi-year deal is approaching its conclusion.
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USAToday: Pixar split from Disney could be on the horizon (Movies,General) posted: 2/10/03
This February 9th USA Today editorial explores the Disney - Pixar relationship and its future.
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Reuters: Disney family pix to greet Hallmark web (Movies) posted: 2/10/03
The February 10th Reuters reports the Hallmark Channel has purchased the rights to air nearly 150 classic and recent Disney family films. Each of the films will be made available to the cable channel for a window of time over the next decade.
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Reuters: Jungle Book 2 Has Solid European Opening (Movies) posted: 2/10/03
According to the February 10th Reuters Disney's Jungle Book 2 opened in France and Sweden with numbers on par with Toy Story. The film was launched in Europe prior to the States to capture the audience available during the vacation period which begins today.
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LPWire: Images from Jungle Book 2 Premiere in Hollywood (Movies) posted: 2/10/03
Images from the Jungle Book 2 premiere in Hollywood, California on February 9, 2003.
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AintItCoolNews: Jungle Book 2 Review (Movies) posted: 2/10/03
Ain't It Cool News offers a review of Disney's Jungle Book 2 which hits theaters February 14th.
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E!Online: "Guy" Shanghais "Knights" (Movies) posted: 2/10/03
E! Online reports Touchstone Pictures' Shanghai Knights debuted in the number two spot with $19.7 million.
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DigitalMediaFX: Ward Kimball; All Consuming Curiosity (Movies) posted: 2/10/03
Digital Media FX offers a biographical sketch of Ward Kimball, legendary Disney animator who passed away last year.
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Zap2It: Veritas' Woman in Sensible Shoes (Movies) posted: 2/10/03
The February 9th Zap2It talks with ABC's Veritas: The Quest actress Cobie Smulders who portrays a brilliant graduate student who is part of an archaeological team that travel the world seeking to unravel ancient mysteries.
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Zap2It: ABC Schedules 'Front Line' Series (Movies) posted: 2/10/03
According to the February 10th Zap2It, ABC will begin airing Jerry Bruckheimer's documentary series on the troops in Afghanistan entitled Profiles from the Front Line in late February.
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Mediaweek: Dragnet Holds Onto 2nd Spot (Movies) posted: 2/10/03
Mediaweek reports ABC's Dragnet saw a 15% drop in ratings from last week's premiere but it remained in second place for the time slot. ABC's airing of Inspector Gadget is named the night's loser due to its poor ratings performance.
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EntertainmentWkly: Behind the Scenes of the Jimmy Kimmel Show (Movies) posted: 2/10/03
Entertainment Weekly takes a behind-the-scenes look at ABC's late night show, Jimmy Kimmel Live.
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HlywdRprtr: ESPN promoting HD broadcasts (Movies,General) posted: 2/10/03
The February 10th Hollywood Reporter announces ESPN will offer 100 live HD telecasts this year, including the Women's NCAA Basketball Final Four, the NBA Eastern Conference Finals and games from the NHL's Stanley Cup.
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Mediaweek: ABC Wins Night with Michael Jackson Documentary (Movies) posted: 2/7/03
Mediaweek reports ABC won the ratings battle Thursday night with the two-hour documentary on Michael Jackson.
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Variety: Sweet Home Alabama Has Sweet Start in Video Sales (Movies,Coll) posted: 2/7/03
The February 7th Variety reports Sweet Home Alabama sold about 2 million copies in the first day.
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CBSMW: Pixar takes dive as sector inches up (Movies) posted: 2/7/03
The February 7th CBS Marketwatch reports Pixar stock dropped by nearly 7 percent following the company's announcement that its first quarter earnings could be less than half analysts expectations.
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LATimes: Pixar Profit Up as 'Monsters' Roars (Movies) posted: 2/7/03
The February 7th Los Angeles Times reports Pixar beat expectations thanks to the strong sales of the Monsters, Inc dvd.
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Variety: Young Male Key Demo is Key For ABC's Kimmel (Movies) posted: 2/7/03
The February 7th Variety reports ABC's Jimmy Kimmel Live received growing ratings throughout the week and is scoring well in a tough demographic to capture, young males.
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AP: ABC thrilled with 'Jimmy Kimmel Live' (Movies) posted: 2/7/03
The February 6th Associated Press offers ABC's senior vice president for alternative series and specials comments on the ratings performance for Jimmy Kimmel Live.
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Mediaweek: Younger Named Buena Vista TV Pres (Movies) posted: 2/7/03
According to the February 5th Mediaweek, Laurie Younger was named president of Buena Vista Worldwide Television Distribution, a new post that will oversee domestic and international distributtion of Walt Disney Co. produced films, TV series, made-for-TV movies, miniseries, TV animation and direct-to-videos to all platforms, including video-on-demand and broadband.
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AP: Disney to film in Canadian Town (Movies) posted: 2/7/03
The February 7th Associated Press reports Disney has selected to film their upcoming film Miracles in Prince George, British Columbia. It is estimated this decision will bring $3.25 million into the town.
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BBCRadioTimes: Homeward Bound 2, Final Destination 2 Connection (Movies) posted: 2/7/03
According to the BBC Radio Times Disney's animal adventure Homeward Bound II: Lost in San Francisco and horror flick Final Destination 2 are both directed by David R Ellis.
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Teletext: John Cleese writes Twits movie (Movies) posted: 2/7/03
According to the February 7th Teletext, John Cleese is writing a movie based upon Roald Dahl's The Twits which will be produced by Disney.
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NYPost: Chicago Among Screenplay Nominations (Movies) posted: 2/7/03
The New York Post reports Chicago is among the screenplay nominees announced Thursday by the Writers Guild of America. Winners will be announced March 8.
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LP Poll: Who is your favorite character in Atlantis? (Movies) posted: 2/7/03
During the past week LaughingPlace.com asked readers, "Who is your favorite character in Atlantis?" The top responses are: Milo (33%), Kida (15%) and Vinny (12%). This poll will close Friday at midnight Pacific.
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DisneyInsider: Download classic Mickey cartoon, Learn About Disney VoluntEARS (Movies) posted: 2/6/03
The Disney Insider offers links to various stories on Disney.com including Jungle Book 2, The Music Man, Disney's VoluntEARS and for a limited time beginning 2/21 they will offer an entire classic Mickey Mouse cartoon for download.
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Reuters: Chicago taps in Berlin film festival (Movies) posted: 2/6/03
The February 6th Reuters reports Chicago opened during the first day of the Berlin Film Festival.
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EdinburghNews: Youngsters rush to catch Disney premiere (Movies) posted: 2/6/03
The February 6th Edinburgh News reports around half the 600 tickets available for the charity premiere of Treasure Planet on Sunday, February 9th at the Odeon in Clerk Street, Edinburgh.
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AP: ABC loses in shuttle coverage ratings (Movies) posted: 2/6/03
The February 5th Associated Press reports ABC's viewing audience in the moments following the Columbia disaster were smaller than NBC, CBS and CNN.
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AP: Jackson 'betrayed' over TV special (Movies) posted: 2/6/03
The February 6th Associated Press reveals Michael Jackson feels betrayed over the portrayal of his life including his interaction with his children in the television special that airs tonight on ABC.
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Jam!Showbiz: Only Three Left on the Mole (Movies) posted: 2/6/03
The February 6th Jam! Showbiz offers a recap of the February 5th episode of Celebrity Mole: Hawaii.
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LATimes: Pixar's Flirtations Could Mean Trouble for Disney (Movies) posted: 2/5/03
The February 5th Los Angeles Times reports although both Disney and Pixar have expressed hope that their relationship continues, Pixar has been meeting with executives at Warner and Fox illustrating the tension between Steve Jobs and Michael Eisner.
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LATimes: As war looms, ABC mobilizes 'Front Line' (Movies) posted: 2/5/03
The February 5th Los Angeles Times reports ABC's Profiles from the Front Line a limited six week run about US Special Operations in Afghanistan will air Thursdays beginning February 27.
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E!Online: Bowing to "Idol," Booking "Dragnet" (Movies) posted: 2/5/03
The February 4th E! Online explores the ratings of ABC's Dragnet and the powerhouse combination of American Idol and Joe Millionaire on FOX.
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Mediaweek: ABC Selects Judges for 'Are You Hot?' (Movies) posted: 2/5/03
Mediaweek reports Swimsuit model and actress Rachael Hunter, designer Randolph Duke and actor Lorenzo Lamas will be the celebrity judges for ABC's reality show Are You Hot? The Search for America's Sexiest People.
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AP: Comedian Wayne Brady welcomes baby girl (Movies) posted: 2/5/03
The February 4th Associated Press announces Wayne Brady and his wife Mandie, gave birth to the couple's first child, Maile Masako Brady.
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OCReg: Turner Says He Opposes CNN - ABC News Merger (Movies) posted: 2/5/03
The February 5th Orange County Register reports Ted Turner in a 60 Minutes interview stated "The potential pitfalls and opportunities for disagreements exceed whatever benefits could be gained."
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LATimes: Copyright Legislation Unlikely, Both Sides Say (Movies,Coll,General) posted: 2/5/03
The February 5th Los Angeles Times reports new copyright legistation is unlikely as a clear consensus hasn't been reached and Congress' focus turns to the possibility of war.
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NewsMedia: Buena Vista Television - India announces Disney Hour Kids Awards 2003 (Movies) posted: 2/5/03
Buena Vista Television in India announces the Disney Hour Kids Awards 2003 will have eight categories including Hindi Movie Actor and Actress, Sportsperson, Disney Hour Pal, Hindi Movie, Hindi Movie Song and TV Personality Male/Female. Last date for casting votes or sending in entries is February 21, 2003 with the results to be announced on a special episode of Disney Hour in the following month.
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Mediaweek: February 2003 Sweeps Update (Movies) posted: 2/5/03
Mediaweek reports ABC's numbers during this sweeps period are similar to last year's results which is not good news for them. They remained in fourth place in the important 18 - 49 category and in overall viewers while capturing third in household ratings.
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Reuters: Disney Asks Court to Dismiss Pooh Lawsuit (Movies,Coll,General) posted: 2/4/03
The February 4th Reuters reports Disney has filed a 40 page motion seeking a dismissal in the ongoing lawsuit over Winnie the Pooh royalties.
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AP: Disney asks judge to dismiss Pooh royalty case (Movies,Coll,General) posted: 2/4/03
The February 4th Associated Press reports Disney in their motion filed on Friday has accused Stephen Slesinger Inc. of using an ex-convict to steal documents from Disney offices and rifle through its garbage.
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LATimes: Disney Seeks Dismissal of Pooh Suit (Movies,Coll,General) posted: 2/4/03
The February 4th Los Angeles Times reports Disney has levelled charges against the Slesinger attorneys and principals engaged in illegal activities that jeopardize the possibility of a fair trial over Pooh royalties.
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AmericanReporter: Disney Moves to End Pooh Case, Charges Misconduct (Movies,Coll,General) posted: 2/4/03
The February 3rd American Reporter reports Disney is seeking to have evidence admitted that shows the Slesinger attorneys and principals stole documents, defied court orders, destroyed evidence during the 11 year battle over royalties.
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LPWire: Slesinger Lawyer Reacts to Disney Motion in Pooh Case (Movies,Coll,General) posted: 2/4/03
The lawyer for the Slesinger family, which has been in a decade-long legal battle with The Walt Disney Company over Winnie the Pooh royalties, reacted to Disney's filing today of a motion to dismiss the suit.
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MacWorld: Pixar Ponders Dumping Disney (Movies) posted: 2/4/03
The February 4th MacWorld examines a current Business Week article that states Steve Jobs and Pixar may be looking for a new partner for an upcoming animated movie.
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Variety: Disney Double Deals for Revolution Epic (Movies) posted: 2/4/03
According to the February 3rd Variety, Disney has reached a double deal with writer-director Randall Wallace for his historical epic "Love and Honor." Disney will release the film and Hyperion will publish the novel.
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AP Photo from Pirates of the Caribbean (Movies) posted: 2/4/03
The Associated Press offers a photo from the set of the Walt Disney movie The Pirates of the Caribbean, in Wallabou Bay, in the western Caribbean island of St. Vincent, Monday, Feb.3, 2003.
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MRIB: Pirates left high and dry (Movies) posted: 2/4/03
The February 4th MRIB - UK reports the hotel manager for the base location of Disney's Pirates of the Caribbean has fled leaving cast and crew to fend for themselves in the tropics.
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Mediaweek: Performance of ABC's Veritas and Miracles (Movies) posted: 2/4/03
Mediaweek reports ABC's Veritas: The Quest saw its audience drop 31 percent from last week's modest premiere and ABC's Miracles dropped 17 percent below last week's premiere. Both are listed as questionable returns in the article's network scorecard.
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JAM!TV: ABC picks up Michael J. Fox pilot (Movies) posted: 2/4/03
According to the February 4th JAM! TV, ABC has picked up a pilot written and executive produced by Michael J Fox. The comedy centers on a retired pro hockey player.
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E!Online: Inside "Disturbing" Jacko's World (Movies) posted: 2/4/03
The February 3rd E! Online chats briefly with journalist Martin Bashir who followed Michael Jackson for 8 months for a documentary that has aired in Britain and will air on Thursday on ABC's 20/20.
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SeattlePI: Fact is, the seedy new Dragnet is guilty of a botched copycat crime (Movies) posted: 2/4/03
The Seattle Post Intelligencer review of ABC's Dragnet gives it a D- and doesn't expect it to last too far past mid-season.
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NYTimes: The Name Is Friday, the Stories Are New (Movies) posted: 2/4/03
The February 2nd New York Times offers interviews with Dragnet stars Ed O'Neill and Ethan Embry and the show's producer Dick Wolf.
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AniMag: Photos from 2003 Annie Awards Ceremony (Movies) posted: 2/4/03
The February 3rd Animation Magazine offers photos from the 2003 Annie Awards Ceremony.
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LP: Walt Disney Records to Release Cast Album of Meredith Willson's the Music Man (Movies) posted: 2/4/03
LaughingPlace.com reports Walt Disney Records will release the soundtrack of the upcoming production of Meredith Willson's The Music Man on February 11, 2003. The Wonderful World of Disney will present the three-hour musical spectacular on the ABC Television Network on Sunday, February 16 (7-10PM ET)
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Buena Vista Box Office Results Jan 31 - Feb 2 (Movies) posted: 2/4/03
This weekend's top box office performer for Buena Vista Pictures is The Recruit in the number one spot with $16,302,063.
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LATimes: Spirited Away big winner at animation awards (Movies) posted: 2/3/03
The February 3rd Los Angeles Times reports although Lilo & Stitch led the nominations with 10, it was Miyazaki's Spirited Away that took top honors winning four Annies, including awards for best feature and direction. The article talks about the current state of the animation industry and concludes with joke made at the event about Treasure Planet.
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OrSen: Spirited Away Wins Animation Award (Movies) posted: 2/3/03
The February 3rd Orlando Sentinel reports Miyazaki's Spirited Away, the tale of a girl who becomes trapped in a world of nature spirits won four Annies, including awards for best feature and direction. This English version of the film was produced by Pixar's John Lasseter and was distributed in the US by Disney.
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2002 Annie Winners List (Movies) posted: 2/3/03
Among the 2002 Annie Award winners were Daveigh Chase as the voice of Lilo "Lilo and Stitch" and Corey Burton as the voice of Ludwig Von Drake "Disney's House of Mouse"
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Mediaweek: ABC's Dragnet Comes In Second (Movies) posted: 2/3/03
Mediaweek reports ABC's Dragnet was 7% percent behind NBC's premiere Kingpin in the same time slot. Both series premiere's are considered strong.
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E!Online: Disney's Recruit Tops Box Office (Movies) posted: 2/3/03
E! Online reports Disney's The Recruit topped the box office pulling in $16.5 million during its opening weekend.
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ABCFamily: My Life is a Sitcom Premieres Tonight (Movies) posted: 2/3/03
ABC Family will premiere the reality series My Life is a Sitcom tonight at 8p. Eight families illustrate to the home audience why their life could be a sitcom. Only one family will be selected to star in a sitcom pilot based on their real lives to be shot in front of a live studio audience
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DisneyAuctions.com Offers LE Artwork by Dave Avanzino Featuring Peter Pan, EPCOT, & Mickey Mouse (Movies,Coll) posted: 2/3/03
Beginning January 30th Disney Auctions offers several pieces of limited edition art by Dave Avanzino. This Disney artist brings familiar phrases from the film Peter Pan and from Walt Disney himself to life using his unique mixed media style.
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LPWire: Gomes LE Charger Featuring Brave Little Tailor Event Feb 22 (DL,Movies,Coll) posted: 2/3/03
The Disneyland Resort will host Artist Elisabete Gomes from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM on Saturday, February 22nd at the World of Disney for the release of her Limited Edition charger plate featuring Mickey as the Brave Little Tailor. The "Brave Little Tailor� charger is limited to an edition size of 75 and will be offered for $395, plus tax.
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NYDailyNews: Peter Pan Turns 50 (Movies,Coll) posted: 2/3/03
The New York Daily News talks about Disney's Peter Pan which premiered 50 years ago this week.
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Broadway: Actress To Read Ariel Role (Movies) posted: 2/3/03
The January 31st Broadway.com reports Hairspray's Kerry Butler who has also portrayed Belle in the theatrical version of Beauty and the Beast has been mentioned for the role of Ariel in Disney's upcoming reading of The Little Mermaid.
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Broadway: Sarah Litzsinger Back to Belle in Beauty Feb. 11 (Movies) posted: 2/3/03
The January 27th Broadway.com reports Sarah Litzsinger will be returning to the role of Belle in Broadway's Beauty and the Beast on February 11th replacing Jamie-Lynn Sigler.
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IndyStar: Taming Beauty and the Beast (Movies) posted: 2/3/03
The February 2nd Indianapolis Star examines the wholesale cast changes to the third national tour of Disney Theatricals' Beauty and the Beast.
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Broadway: Trouble in River City (Movies) posted: 2/3/03
The January 30th Broadway.com considers Matthew Broderick and Kristin Chenoweth gifted but essentially miscast stars in the upcoming revival of The Music Man set to air February 11th on ABC.
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HollywdRprtr: NBC gets sweep headstart; ABC takes Friday win (Movies) posted: 2/3/03
According to the February 3rd Hollywood Reporter, ABC won the ratings for Friday night with a two hour America's Funniest Home Video.
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HollywdRprtr: ABC's Primetime undergoes changes (Movies) posted: 2/3/03
According to the February 3rd Hollywood Reporter, ABC's Primetime will focus more on "story-driven" subjects, usually with a mystery bent in an effort to strengthen the show's ratings.
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TotalDVD: Walt Disney's Fables R2 Arrives Apr 7 (Movies,Coll) posted: 2/3/03
TotalDVD reports Walt Disney Home Entertainment will release two volumes of Disney Fables for R2 on April 7. Volume 1 contains The Prince and the Pauper and The Legend of Sleepy Hollow. Volume 2 will feature The Ugly Duckling and Little Hiawatha.
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AniBlast: Disney's Al Hirschfeld Tribute (Movies) posted: 2/3/03
Animation Blast shares the Disney tribute to Al Hirschfeld that appeared in Variety.
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AniMag: Sleeping Beauty Cells on Display in NC Beginning 2/4 (Movies,Coll) posted: 2/3/03
Animation Magazine announces the Animation & Fine Art Galleries in Chapel Hill, North Carolina will exhibit original cels and drawings from Disney's Sleeping Beauty from Tuesday, Feb. 4 through Saturday, March 1 from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
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WVGazette: Skater slips into comfortable career with Disney (Movies) posted: 2/3/03
The February 3rd Charleston Gazette talks with Disney on Ice performer Gig Siruno.
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Zap2It: Winfrey Has Eyes for Berry (Movies) posted: 2/3/03
The February 3rd Zap2It reports Oprah Winfrey's next production, a movie for ABC based on Zora Neale Hurston's 1937 novel "Their Eyes Were Watching God" will star Halle Berry.
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