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The Polar Express 3D steams back into the IMAX Theatre
Running from 21 November 2005 - 29 January 2006
At-Bristol will prove Santa Claus really does exist when the enchanting
seasonal blockbuster, The Polar Express: An IMAX Experience 3D, returns to
the IMAX Theatre on 21 November. Last year this magical holiday story
steamed into cinematic history as the world’s first Hollywood feature film
ever to be digitally re-mastered into a 3D IMAX Experience.
Taking inspiration from Chris Van Allsburg’s enchanting Christmas story,
Warner Bros. Pictures’ The Polar Express: An IMAX Experience combines
state of the art animation and the magic of IMAX 3D. The images virtually
leap off the IMAX screen - audiences will be grabbing at falling
snowflakes, ducking as the train screeches into their lap and feeling the
howl of the steam whistle via 12,000 watts of surround sound on a screen
towering four storeys high!
Believing in Santa Claus isn't easy when all of your friends and family
insist he's just make-believe. For one doubting boy, an astonishing event
occurs. Late on Christmas Eve night, he lies in bed hoping to hear the
sound of reindeer bells from Santa's sleigh. When to his surprise, a steam
engine's roar and whistle can be heard outside his window. The conductor
(voice of Tom Hanks) invites him on board to take an extraordinary journey
to the North Pole with many other pyjama-clad children. There, he receives
an extraordinary gift only those who still believe in Santa can
experience.
Simon Jones, At-Bristol’s Head of Marketing and IMAX says ‘We are
delighted The Polar Express 3D is back by popular demand as it was such a
hit with families last year. Seeing this magical film in IMAX means you
not only get the benefit of the massive screen and incredible digital
surround sound but it’s also in stunning 3D!’
Tickets to The Polar Express: An IMAX Experience 3D cost £8.50 for adults,
£5.50 for children, £6.50 for concessions and £24 for a family ticket.
For more festive fun, don’t miss the riotous 3D adventure Santa vs. the
Snowman (PG), screening from 3 December 2005. Transporting kids and adults
alike straight from the theatre to the North Pole, the film offers an
unforgettable seasonal experience. Call 0845 345 1235 for advance tickets
for both films and for the full programme of screenings
click here.
To contact the At-Bristol Press Office, please call Annabel Iles:
Tel: 0117 915 7152, fax: 0117 915 7200 or email
annabel.iles@at-bristol.org.uk
Note to Editors:
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At-Bristol, a registered
charity, has won 13 awards since opening in 2000 including the Good
Britain Guide 2001’s ‘Family Attraction of the Year’ and ‘Large Attraction
of the Year’ in the England in Excellence Awards South West. It consists
of three attractions:
Explore-At-Bristol - a hands-on science centre, IMAX® Theatre-At-Bristol
- the largest cinema screen in the west of England and Wildwalk-At-Bristol
- a journey from the origins of life to the ends of the Earth.
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It is a Landmark
Millennium Attraction whose principal partners include the Millennium
Commission (£44.3 million), the South West of England Regional Development
Agency (£17.1 million) and Bristol City Council (£15.7 million).
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Founded in 1967, IMAX Corporation is one of the world's
leading entertainment technology companies. IMAX’s businesses include
the creation and delivery of the world’s best cinematic presentations
using proprietary IMAX and IMAX 3D technology, and the development of
the highest quality digital production and presentation. IMAX has
developed revolutionary technology called IMAX DMR (Digital
Re-mastering) that makes it possible for virtually any 35mm film to be
transformed into the unparalleled image and sound quality of The IMAX
Experience. The IMAX brand is recognized throughout the world for
extraordinary and immersive family entertainment experiences. As of June
30, 2004, there were 240 IMAX theatres operating in 35 countries.
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