Kevin Costner to Be Honored With Hand and Footprint Ceremony at Grauman's Chinese Theatre

Kevin Costner to Be Honored With Hand and Footprint Ceremony at Grauman's Chinese Theatre

THE GUARDIAN

Wednesday, September 6th

WHAT: KEVIN COSTNER will be immortalized in a Hollywood landmark when
he places his hand and footprints in cement in the forecourt of
the world-famous Grauman's Chinese Theatre in Hollywood.

WHO: KEVIN COSTNER began his career starring in independent films,
gradually earning small parts in more established movies. His
first major motion picture role was in the coming of age
comedy, "Fandango." Throughout his career, Costner has varied
his choices with comedy, action and dramatic roles. He has
appeared in such popular box-office hits as "No Way Out," "Bull
Durham," "Field of Dreams," "The Bodyguard" and "Wyatt Earp."
Costner's exceptional filmmaking abilities were showcased
in "Dances with Wolves," which he produced, directed and
starred in, and which won seven Academy Awards(R) including
Best Picture and Best Director.
In addition to appearing in memorable roles in "JFK," "The
Untouchables" and "Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves," he re-teamed
with his "Bull Durham" director Ron Shelton for the hit feature
"Tin Cup." Costner also starred in "Thirteen Days,"
successfully collaborating again with his "No Way Out" director
Roger Donaldson. His other film credits include: "For Love of
the Game," "The War," "3,000 Miles to Graceland," "Dragonfly"
and "The Postman," his second directing effort.
Costner recently directed and starred in the box office hit
and critically acclaimed "Open Range," alongside Robert Duvall
and Annette Bening. He was also recently seen in the
critically praised drama "Upside of Anger," in which he
portrayed a former baseball player who helps a single mother
and her four headstrong daughters after the disappearance of
their father.
Costner recently completed a starring role in "Mr. Brooks,"
a dark drama which he co produced with partner Jim Wilson. The
film was lensed in Shreveport, LA, where he shot THE GUARDIAN,
and co-stars Demi Moore and William Hurt.

After losing his crew in a fatal crash, legendary Rescue
Swimmer, Ben Randall (KEVIN COSTNER), is sent to teach at "A"
School, an elite training program for Coast Guard Rescue
Swimmers. Wrestling with the loss of his crew members, he
throws himself into teaching, turning the program upside down
with his unorthodox training methods.
While there, he encounters a young, cocky swim champ, Jake
Fischer (ASHTON KUTCHER), who is driven to be the best. During
training, Randall helps mold Jake's character, combining his
raw talent with the heart and dedication required of a Rescue
Swimmer.
Upon graduation, Jake follows Randall to Kodiak, Alaska,
where they face the inherent dangers of the Bering Sea. In his
initial solo rescue, Jake learns firsthand from Randall, the
true meaning of heroism and sacrifice, echoing the Swimmer's
motto... "So Others May Live!"

WHEN: Wednesday, September 6th WHERE: Grauman's Chinese Theatre
10:00AM Press Arrivals 6925 Hollywood Blvd
11:00AM Ceremony Hollywood, CA 90028

CONTACTS: Domestic press Dora Candelaria 818.560.2039
International press Nina Heyn 818.972.3591

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TOUCHSTONE PICTURES'
THE GUARDIAN
Opens Friday, September 29, 2006
www.guardianmovie.com

PRNewswire -- Aug. 31

Source: Touchstone Pictures

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