Julia Roberts, Bruce Willis and George Strait Add Superstar Power to Hannover House Family Video Release, 'GRAND CHAMPION'

Julia Roberts, Bruce Willis and George Strait Add Superstar Power to Hannover House Family Video Release, 'GRAND CHAMPION'

MovieNewsFlash.com Offers Free Image Downloads of 'GRAND CHAMPION' Stars

FAYETTEVILLE, Ark., Jan. 28 /PRNewswire/ -- "Grand Champion" may not be the biggest family film of the year, but it certainly features some of the biggest names in entertainment. This enchanting new film arrives on video January 25th from Hannover House with an impressive superstar roster including Julia Roberts, Bruce Willis and George Strait in supporting roles. Principal stars include Joey Lauren Adams, Emma Roberts and Barry Tubb, who also directs this "G" rated film about a Texas cattle stock competition and a kidnapped cow.

(Photo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20050128/LAFRU2 )

"It's the best little movie that you've probably never heard of before," said Eric Parkinson, President of distribution company Hannover House. "Audiences and film critics have given high praise to the film, so our superstar cast is icing on the cake," he concluded. The film's soundtrack is equally impressive, featuring original songs performed by The Dixie Chicks, Willie Nelson, Charlie Robison and George Strait.

"Grand Champion" enjoyed a modest theatrical launch last fall, but is getting the royal treatment for its release on DVD and VHS January 25, 2005. Television and print ads will tout the title's video availability, as well as a heavily promoted sweepstakes competition for the National Rodeo Finals.

"This is the film that sparked the romance between Julia Roberts and cinematographer Danny Moder," said Parkinson, referring to the now married couple. "They had met earlier on the set of 'The Mexican,' but the sparks really ignited on location in Texas for 'Grand Champion.' It's ironic that Julia's character in our film is pregnant, since she just gave birth to their own twins."

"Grand Champion" will be available at most major mass merchants and video outlets January 25th, including Wal-Mart, Albertson's, Best Buy and Amazon.com. DVD's are priced at $19.95 suggested retail, and VHS units are $14.95. The film's soundtrack CD will be released on March 8th at $14.95 list. Images of the stars from the film can be downloaded at www.MovieNewsFlash.com . For movie info checkout: www.GrandChampionTheMovie.com

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CONTACT: Eric Parkinson of Hannover House, +1-818-481-5277, or
+1-479-521-4999, or HannoverHouse@aol.com

Web site: http://www.hannoverhouse.com/
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NOTE TO EDITORS: GRAND CHAMPION - ITEM SPECS & CONTACT INFORMATION 2002 Production - 2004 Theatrical Release. 94 Mins., Color, Stereo, MPAA "G" Rated. DVD item UPC 7-61450-90023-3 - $19.95 sugg. retail - Available Jan. 25, 2005. VHS Item UPC 7-61450-90033-2 - $14.95 sugg. retail - Available Jan. 25, 2005. Audio CD Item UPC 7-61450-90002-8 - $14.95 sugg. retail - Available Mar. 8, 2005. For More Information or VIP Review copies of "GRAND CHAMPION" contact Eric Parkinson. For more about Hannover House checkout: www.HannoverHouse.com Press Images and photos of principal stars - including Julia Roberts, Bruce Willis, George Strait, Natalie Maines, Joey Lauren Adams, Emma Roberts and more - are available for free download and full access for all legitimate media usage at: www.MovieNewsFlash.com

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