Cobb Theatres Presents Premiere of Documentary Film I Am Bruce Lee

Cobb Theatres Presents Premiere of Documentary Film I Am Bruce Lee

Bruce Lee Returns to the Screen in the Year of the Dragon

BIRMINGHAM, Ala., Feb. 7, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Cobb Theatres will screen the highly anticipated documentary I Am Bruce Lee on Thursday, February 9th and Wednesday February 15th at select Cobb Theatres. Bruce Lee was born in the Year of Dragon and his stage name was "Little Dragon", so it's only appropriate that his return to the big screen debuts as the Dragon Year begins. Voted one of the most important people of the 20th century by Time Magazine, and one of our Greatest Pop Culture Icons by People Magazine, Bruce Lee continues to be honoured and remembered for his enduring legacy.

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"We are thrilled to offer this amazing film to our theatre guests. Bruce Lee was an iconic figure, best known for his famous movie Enter the Dragon. What better way to celebrate 2012 and the Year of the Dragon, than with a film that recounts his life story," said Jeremy Welman chief operating officer, Cobb Theatres.

I Am Bruce Lee is the first documentary to truly tell Bruce Lee's story in his own words and actions, as well as through the eyes of a diverse cast of international stars from the worlds of film, television, music and sports. The documentary was produced by award-winning studio Network Entertainment, the producers of 2010's Academy Award shortlisted documentary Facing Ali. Directed by acclaimed filmmaker Pete McCormack, the film is being distributed by D&E Entertainment.

Participating Cobb Theatres include: Cobb Plaza Cinema Cafe 12, Orlando FL; Cobb Lakeside 18 & IMAX, Lakeland, FL; Cobb Dolphin 19 & IMAX, Miami FL; Cobb Merritt Square 16 & IMAX, Merritt Island, FL; Cobb Hollywood 16 & IMAX, Tuscaloosa, AL; CineBistro at Peninsula Town Center, Hampton, VA.

About Cobb Theatres
Cobb Theatres, based in Birmingham, AL., is a progressive motion picture exhibitor operating 253 screens at 21 locations throughout the Southeastern United States. We are committed to being the leader in providing the ultimate cinematic experiences, including IMAX® and D-BOX MFX seats, while maintaining a rich heritage of family values and integrity. CineBistro, the premiere cinema and dinner-and-a-movie concept created by Cobb Theatres, is currently being developed around the country and has seven locations operating in Tampa FL, Miami FL, Vail CO, Hampton VA, Richmond VA and Atlanta, GA. For more information on Cobb Theatres or CineBistro, visit www.cobbtheatres.com or www.cobbcinebistro.com.

About Bruce Lee Enterprises
Bruce Lee Enterprises ("BLE"), operated and owned by Bruce Lee's daughter, Shannon Lee, is the exclusive owner of all commercial merchandising and allied rights relating to the use of Bruce Lee's name, image, likeness, persona, signature, voice, attributes, marks, logos, symbols, works, photographs and writings, and holds copyrights and trademark rights in and to the name and image of Bruce Lee throughout the world. The mission of BLE is to participate in opportunities that are in alignment with the legacy of the icon, Bruce Lee. Bruce Lee's legacy of action, power, speed, dynamism, philosophy, self-discovery, and mastery provide the guide post for BLE's achievements and success. BLE and LeeWay Media Group, Shannon Lee's production arm, believe the legacy of Bruce Lee has found a great partner in Network Entertainment and is excited and proud to be part of I Am Bruce Lee! For more information about Bruce Lee, go to www.brucelee.com and www.bruceleefoundation.org.

About D&E Entertainment
Based in Hollywood, D&E Entertainment digitally distributes independent films, documentaries and alternative content such as filmed music events to movie theaters across the globe. Formed in 2005 by entertainment executives and digital cinema pioneers Doug Kluthe and Evan Saxon, D&E offers innovative theatrical programming via a worldwide marketing and distribution network.

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CONTACT: CONTACT: Jeremy Welman, Cobb Theatres, +1-205-802-7766; Publicity contact: Penny Guyon, Firefly Media, +1-323-874-0776, penny@firefly-media.net, or Flo Grace, Grace PR, +1-310-553-4477, flo@gracepr.net; D&E Entertainment Contact: Jonathan Chaupin, +1-323-464-2403 x 241, jonathan@DandEentertainment.com

Web Site: http://www.cobbtheatres.com

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