'Brave' Trailer: Pixar's New Fantasy Involves Existence

A completely new trailer for "Brave," the newest Pixar and Disney collaboration, has sprung to existence, plus it looks to mix the most effective facets of both companies. "Brave" follows Scottish princess Merida (voiced by "Boardwalk Empire's" Kelly MacDonald) just like a youthful lady likely to create her own place in the world. She rebels against her parents (Billy Connolly and Emma Thompson) and defies her country's age-old custom to have the ability to seek her own independence. Using this method, she unconsciously sets loose chaos on her behalf account kingdom which is expected to "uncover this really is of true bravery" to have the ability to right the wrongs she created. There's some really impressive animation in "Brave," as Pixar fans have began to anticipate. This is among only three films Pixar is doing that have starred solely humans (another two being "Up" and "The Incredibles"), though lots of their other movies have incorporated human figures. Still, it's nice to find out such great emphasis being situated on the persons areas of their animation -- just have a look at Merida's hair! -- instead of developing a speaking sea food or toy as realistic as you can. Still, I'm undecided about song from the trailer. Simply what does a bear inside the forest have associated with Merida's independence? How come parents so set on marriage for their daughter off give a second thought to her going away and off to gain her freedom? And just how come there have to be a man waving his underoos around from under his kilt? "Brave" is among my more anticipated films of 2012, but up to now the two trailers released with this haven't done the concept justice throughout my eyes. Here's wanting that trailer # 3 does the key personally. Reveal everything you consider the "Brave" trailer inside the comments section below or on Twitter!

'Hunger Games' being released in China

Lionsgate's franchise-starter "The Hunger Games" will probably be released in China next season one of the 20 U.S. films allowed yearly into that territory with the Chinese government. Lionsgate's motion picturegroup leader Joe Drake made the disclosure Thursday through the minimajor's business call to talk about quarterly earnings. Drake mentioned that "Games" will probably be released in foreign areas day and date while using domestic launch on March 23. Pic, starring Jennifer Lawrence and directed by Gary Ross, might be the to start four films planned good Suzanne Collins advanced fantasy books. Drake mentioned worldwide distribs were "absolutely ecstatic" over footage as well as the trailer proven within a current meeting held by Lionsgate for licensees within the American Film Market. He mentioned that Lionsgate's expecting "significant overages" in box-office performance outdoors the U.S. Lionsgate reported Wednesday it had pared its internet deficits by about $5 million to $25 million last quarter by having an $11 million gain from selling Walnut Pictures and ramped up contributions from pay TV partnership Epix, which acquired it $6 000 0000 after losing it $20 million the last year. Nevertheless the studio tossed with a $19 million operating loss in the $22 million profit this past year around the string of box office disappointments, including "Conan the Barbarian," "Abduction" and "Warrior." Contact Dork McNary at dork.mcnary@variety.com

'Entourage' Actress Perrey Reeves Signs With Paradigm (Exclusive)

Kevin Winter/Getty ImagesPerrey Reeves Perrey Reeves, who long appeared on HBO's Entourage, has signed with Paradigm. Her film credits include Dreamworks' Old School and Fox's Mr. and Mrs. Smith. STORY: 'Entourage' Finale: THR Goes Behind-the-Scenes of the Series On Entourage, Reeves played Ari Gold's (Jeremy Piven) long-suffering wife, whose first name -- Melissa -- wasn't revealed until the final season, which ended in September. Reeves' other television credits include Private Practice, Castle, Rules of Engagement and Grey's Anatomy. She was also a series regular on NBC's The Lyon's Den. PHOTOS: 'Entourage' Finale: 20 Unforgettable Hollywood Cameos From the Series Reeves continues to be represented by management company Mosaic. Email: Daniel.Miller@THR.com Twitter: @DanielNMiller Paradigm

Disney, YouTube ink deal

Disney Interactive and Google's YouTube Monday announced a deal where the two will collaborate on co-branded family-friendly video destinations.Partners will use original Disney-produced content, along with family-friendly video already available on YouTube, and a blend of current Disney Interactive original series, select Disney Channel programming, and user generated content.First out of the box in February will be an original video series based on Disney's mobile game "Where's My Water?" and its main character Swampy.No financial terms were released. YouTube, with 800 million users worldwide, last month announced an ambitious television initiative to develop as many as 100 niche channels."With online video consumption exploding and YouTube at the center of that trend, we see an opportunity for Disney Interactive and YouTube to bring Disney's legacy of storytelling to a new generation of families and Disney enthusiasts on the platforms they prefer," said Jimmy Pitaro, co-prexy of Disney Interactive."As we prepare to re-launch Disney.com in fall 2012, the Disney/YouTube destination will play a critical part in our next generation platform," he added. Contact the Variety newsroom at news@variety.com

Excusive Poster Debut: Fly To the Abyss With Werner Herzog

Movieline is pleased at this time to offer you the very first think about the new poster for To the Abyss, director Werner Herzog’s acclaimed documentary foray to the intellectual, spiritual, emotional and legal wilds of capital punishment in the united states. Or Texas, more particularly, where Herzog digs to the situation of billed killer and condemned inmate Michael Perry. Abyss opened up up now’s DOC New you are able to city festival in NY after effective debuts in Telluride, Toronto, and London the film makes its approach to limited theatrical release next Friday, November. 11. Drop back by inside a couple of days for just about any review and our latest speak with Herzog, and meanwhile, see the striking completely new one-sheet below. Bonus: See the trailer too below that. [Click image for bigger poster.]

Paley Center TV Honours Show Stalls

This story seems within the November. 11 problem from the Hollywood Reporter.our editor recommendsPaley Center forms honours committeeJane Lynch to Host Paley Center Holiday Special Works out it's not too easy to produce a rival towards the TV Academy's Primetime Emmys. PHOTOS: Emmy Those who win 2011 Regardless of the backing of these large-title professionals as The new sony TV's Steve Mosko and former Fox Systems Boss Tony Vinciquerra, THR has learned there won't be a Paley Center for Media TV honours show in 2012. Discussions with several broadcast and cable systems didn't produce a contract over time to perform a show in May, because the group introduced it might in September 2010. VIDEOS: 'The Walking Dead' at PaleyFest Paley Boss Pat Mitchell informs THR she still thinks a Paley honours show may be beneficial and it is ongoing to pursue a power outlet for any future show, and she or he demands the "Paley Prize" never was an attempt to defend myself against the Emmys. VIDEOS: 'Glee' at PaleyFest Individually, the Broadcast Television Journalists are trying to find a TV partner after June's inaugural Experts' Choice TV Honours unsuccessful to lure audiences to ReelzChannel. The show's executive producer Joey Berlin states the business the coming year might use VH1, which streamed the show on its website. Meanwhile, September's telecast from the Emmys, within the newbie of the new eight-year cope with the 4 major systems, came a good 12.4 million audiences on Fox. Related Subjects Paley Center for Media Emmys 2011

Jimmy Kimmel To Entertain White House Correspondents

First Published: November 1, 2011 12:53 PM EDT Credit: Getty Images LOS ANGELES, Calif. -- Caption Jimmy Kimmel speaks onstage during Spike TVs SCREAM 2010 at The Greek Theatre in LA on October 16, 2010Jimmy Kimmel is going to be cracking jokes for the president. The White House Correspondents Association says the Jimmy Kimmel Live! host will be the featured comedian at its 98th annual dinner next year. Association president Caren Bohan said Tuesday that the 43-year-old entertainer was chosen because his humor is sophisticated and edgy while appealing to a wide audience. The White House Correspondents Association dinner is traditionally attended by the president and first lady, along with various government officials and members of the press corps. Proceeds from the event fund scholarships and awards to support and recognize excellence in journalism. Kimmel said in a statement that he is looking forward to being part of the event on April 28, 2012, adding I love dinner. Copyright 2011 by The Associated Press. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed.