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

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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

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