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CONTEST: Win Some OZ’some Swag from Disney’s OZ the Great and Powerful

March 14th, 2013

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Win some Oz’some swag from Disney’s OZ The Great and Powerful

In anticipation of another impressive box office weekend for Disney’s latest magical film, Oz the Great and Powerful, our good pals at Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures Theatrical have loaded us up with a couple sets of OZ promotional goodies to give away to two lucky BTM readers. Oz The Great and Powerful stars James Franco, Mila Kunis, Rachel Weisz, Michelle Williams and Zach Braff. Directed by Sam Raimi (The Spiderman Trilogy). Now is your chance to win a copy of Danny Elfman’s original motion picture score, a huge tote bag, a spiral notebook and and a limited-edition promo postcard from the land of Oz.

Click ahead for our Oz themed trivia question and you could be enjoying these Oz’some goodies soon enough!

[UPDATED] Watch NBC’s 1600 Penn Tonight to see Beyond the Marquee’s own Jon Donahue

March 14th, 2013

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Jon Donahue in character and on set for his episode of 1600 Penn

Beyond the Marquee readers who are fans of NBC’s new hit comedy “1600 Penn”, will be in for a treat when they tune in tonight, because our own BTM Host & Producer Jon Donahue will be making a special guest appearance on the show. Though we don’t want to give away any spoilers, we can give you a very vague hint…his scene takes place, in the White House! Donahue, who is certainly no stranger to acting on Television and in Motion Pictures assures us that tonight’s episode will be one of the funniest and memorable of the series yet. 1600 Penn is an American single camera television comedy series about a dysfunctional family living in the White House and stars Bill Pullman as the president of the United States with Jenna Elfman as the first lady. Look for it tonight, 9:30/8:30c only on on NBC. [UPDATED]: 1600 Penn’s show creator Mike Royce, following last night’s episode, tweeted to all his followers, including a nice shout out to Jon Donahue who he had worked previously together with on TNT’s Men of a Certain Age (click ahead to see Mike’s Twitter post)

RISE OF THE GUARDIANS 3-D (Blu-ray review)

March 12th, 2013

Ethan Reynolds

Now Available from DreamWorks Home Video!

I wasn’t too sure of what to expect from the folks at DreamWorks and the creators of one of my favorite animated films of the past several years, How To Train Your Dragon…but I really found myself enjoying their latest offering in Blu-ray 3-D, Rise Of The Guardians! Out on home video today, this holiday infused overload of animation and fun is one not to miss, click ahead to read our review below…

HITCHCOCK (Blu-ray Review)

March 12th, 2013

Ethan Reynolds

Now available on Blu-ray & DVD from Fox/Searchlight Home Video!

Out on Home video today, if you’re a fan of Alfred Hitchcock, this is one to check out! What’s it about? Oscar® winners Anthony Hopkins and Helen Mirren* are spellbinding in this provocative story about the making of one of cinema’s most iconic films. Plagued by both a reckless ego and nagging self-doubt, Hollywood legend Alfred Hitchcock (Hopkins) becomes obsessed with a grisly murder story that the studios won’t back. Determined, he risks his reputation, his home and even the love of his wife Alma (Mirren), as he sets out to make the film. Ultimately, Hitch wins Alma over, and the two collaborate to create an enduring masterpiece – Psycho. Also starring Scarlett Johansson, Toni Collette and Jessica Biel, Hitchcock is “a knockout from start to finish” (Rex Reed, New York Observer). Click ahead to read our review…

The Big Cheese is Back!!! Mickey Mouse to Star in All New Cartoon Shorts!

March 12th, 2013

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Mickey Mouse is back in all new animated shorts

Put on your Mouse Ears and grab the TV remote, because the endearing, adventurous and comedic antics of Mickey Mouse, Disney’s #1 star and the world’s leading character franchise, will be presented in a new short-form series of 2D comedy cartoons, “Mickey Mouse,” on Disney.com. This new series of 19 cartoon shorts will begin rolling out FRIDAY, JUNE 28 on Disney Channel, Disney.com and WATCH Disney Channel, among other platforms. An online game, “Mickey Delivery Dash,” is also debuting today on Disney.com. The announcement was made today by Gary Marsh, president and chief creative officer, Disney Channels Worldwide. Click ahead for details on these new shorts and check out a sneak preview…

CONTEST: Win a Blu-ray copy of Walden Media’s Return to Nim’s Island (premiering on Hallmark Channel this week!)

March 12th, 2013

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Return to Nim’s Island

Fan’s of Walden Media’s 2008 box office hit Nim’s Island have something to celebrate with the new sequel; Return to Nim’s Island. Return to Nim’s Island picks up the story a few years later with 14-year-old Nim (Bindi Irwin) more determined than ever to protect her island and the animals that call it home. With ruthless resort developers and greedy wildlife poachers threatening the existence she loves, Nim realizes she and her animal pals can’t defend their home alone. To save her island, she is forced to combine forces with an outsider: Edmund, a runaway from the mainland. Only with his help does she stand a chance of stopping the villains from dismantling her world. Return to Nim’s Island marks the debut of Walden Family Theater, presented by Walmart and P&G. The new destination for family entertainment, exclusively on Hallmark Channel. PLUS! You can pick up your copy of Return to Nim’s Island on Blu-ray & DVD exclusively at Walmart Stores just 4 days after the premiere. We here at Beyond the Marquee are offering up a copy of the film for one lucky Nim fan, click ahead for details. Plus click ahead as well to view the cool Return to Nim’s Island Family Adventures Blog App full of fun games, quizzes and activities.

TRAILER TUESDAY: Hangover III, After Earth, Epic, Star Trek Into Darkness & MORE!!!

March 12th, 2013

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TRAILER TUESDAYS Only on BTM

Instead of bouncing around the net trying to find the latest trailers for the hottest films, just drop by Beyond the Marquee on TRAILER TUESDAYS and we’ll load you up with what you need. Whether it’s the latest Hollywood Blockbuster Movie or Mind-Provoking Independent Film, we always have a fun mix of the best of what’s to come. So click ahead and check them out…