CONTEST: Win A YOGI BEAR DVD!!

It's contest day here at MarketSaw! This time we have a shiny new YOGI BEAR DVD to give away!!

YOGI BEAR will be available for purchase on March 22 in Blu-ray, Combo Pack and DVD. You can check out their official site right here.

Yogi Bear features everyone’s favorite talking bear Yogi (Dan Aykroyd) and his adorable sidekick Boo Boo (Justin Timberlake) as they raise havoc with their hair-brained schemes in Jellystone Park much to the chagrin of Ranger Smith (Tom Cavanagh). When Jellystone is threatened by a logging company Yogi teams up with a documentary filmmaker (Anna Farris) and must prove that he is indeed “Smarter than the average bear!”

In conjunction with the contest I have placed a new Yogi Bear widget on the left column for you to check out. Download the Adventure Guide! The Yogi Bear widget features a downloadable adventure guide with environmental activities for kids sponsored by The National Parks Conservation Association, Leave No Trace, and more!

Save the bears! The Sierra Club has partnered with Yogi Bear to present bear tips, facts, and information on how to help protect these wonderful creatures and help inform your audience!

I have one copy of the YOGI BEAR DVD to give away and the first person to correctly leave the answer in this thread's comments wins it. The answer lies in the trailer that is embedded in the widget: What does Boo Boo discover in their hand glider safety manual?

Be sure to include your email address in the comment info section so I can contact you. You will have 24 hours to reply to win the disc. Sorry the contest is open to readers from the US and Canada only. If you have won anything in the past 12 months from us, please do not enter.

GOOD LUCK!! Thanks to Warner Bros. for the giveaway!

New Posters And Wallpapers For The CG / Live Action YOGI BEAR

December 17 is rolling around fairly quickly and of course we all know about TRON: LEGACY opening on that date - but so is Warner Bros' YOGI BEAR! And it looks great for a family outing.

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The Hanna-Barbera Productions live action / CG hybrid movie is the first movie for the company since Joseph Barbera (2006) and William Hanna (2001) died.

Warner Bros' Wile E. Coyote and the Road Runner will host a pre-roll short prior to YOGI BEAR entitled RAPID RIDER.

Here is the storyline:
Jellystone Park has been losing business, so greedy Mayor Brown decides to shut it down and sell the land. That means families will no longer be able to experience the natural beauty of the outdoors — and, even worse, Yogi and Boo Boo will be tossed out of the only home they’ve ever known. Faced with his biggest challenge ever, Yogi must prove that he really is “smarter than the average bear” as he and Boo Boo join forces with their old nemesis Ranger Smith to find a way to save Jellystone Park from closing forever.

More Info:
Directed by: Eric Brevig
Produced by: Donald De Line, Karen Rosenfelt
Screenplay by: Brad Copeland, Joshua Sternin, Jeffrey Ventimilia
Based on Characters: William Hanna, Joseph Barbera
Voices: Dan Aykroyd, Justin Timberlake, Tom Cavanagh, Christine Taylor, Anna Faris, T.J. Miller
Music by: John Debney
Cinematography: Peter James
Studios: Hanna-Barbera Productions, De Line Pictures, Rhythm and Hues
Distributed by: Warner Bros.
Release date: December 17, 2010

Should be a great time for the family!

New YOGI BEAR Trailer!

Director Eric Brevig's (JOURNEY TO THE CENTER OF THE EARTH) new family focused stereoscopic 3D live action / CG YOGI BEAR has a new trailer so if you have kids get ready to have plenty of requests to go it when the movie dives into theaters December 17.

Here's the storyline:
Everyone's favorite pic-a-nic basket-stealing bear comes to the big screen in "Yogi Bear." Jellystone Park has been losing business, so greedy Mayor Brown decides to shut it down and sell the land. That means families will no longer be able to experience the natural beauty of the outdoors — and, even worse, Yogi and Boo Boo will be tossed out of the only home they've ever known. Faced with his biggest challenge ever, Yogi must prove that he really is "smarter than the average bear" as he and Boo Boo join forces with their old nemesis Ranger Smith to find a way to save Jellystone Park from closing forever.

Obviously Warner Bros thinks that younger family members will be checking YOGI BEAR while older siblings and some parents see TRON: LEGACY which opens on the same day as YOGI BEAR - both in 3D. Probably a good guess. We'll see how well that works next month.

But for now, here is the new trailer for YOGI BEAR:



- Official Site

I loved Yogi Bear growing up so I will be taking my kids to see this movie! Should be a great time.

First Look: Warner Bros YOGI BEAR!!

Gotta love it! This movie looks to be done just the way I had imagined it and seems to be capturing the pure fun and enjoyment of the original TV animation.

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Eric Brevig (JOURNEY TO THE CENTER OF THE EARTH) is directing in NATIVE 3D. Next up for him will be the Korean War epic 17 DAYS OF WINTER.

Mark my words, this movie is going to do serious business. Of course kids are going to want to watch it, but it will also bring in all those baby boomers who grew up on the picnic basket pilfering bear.

Here's the storyline:
Jellystone Park has been losing business, so greedy Mayor Brown decides to shut it down and sell the land. That means families will no longer be able to experience the natural beauty of the outdoors — and, even worse, Yogi and Boo Boo will be tossed out of the only home they’ve ever known. Faced with his biggest challenge ever, Yogi must prove that he really is “smarter than the average bear” as he and Boo Boo join forces with their old nemesis Ranger Smith to find a way to save Jellystone Park from closing forever.

Voices by Dan Aykroyd, Justin Timberlake, Anna Faris, TJ Miller, Tom Cavanagh, and Andrew Daly.

YOGI BEAR hits theaters December 17!

Just pure fun. We need more of that! More when I get it...

The TOP TEN Of 2010! Jim's S3D Movie Guide...

Jim here. Here is my 2010 S3D Movies Guide for you! I waited a while to ensure I captured all the recent S3D conversion announcements!

Here are my most anticipated S3D movies for 2010:

1. TRON LEGACY - Ok guys, I think this movie is the real deal. It has the budget, an existing fan base and comes from a quality S3D shop so my hopes are high. Word from my sources is the S3D in TRON LEGACY rivals AVATAR's. So if the story is half good, we should be in for a wickedly good time! More when I get it.
2. HARRY POTTER AND THE DEATHLY HALLOWS P1 - When Warner confirmed our scoop about which tentpoles will be converted to 3D, I was thrilled to hear one of them was HP. S3D is perfect for this movie series and too bad we had to wait until the last book to fully experience it! I think the wait will be worth it though, and here's hoping that the conversion is done with care and artistry.
3. ALICE IN WONDERLAND - Yes, another conversion. I have not seen how much the tech has progressed since last year, but one would assume leaps have been made. Again, this is a Disney property and as such, the S3D should be of top caliber. In my opinion, Tim Burton has the mind to capture a great representation of the classic children's tale. Can the conversion hold up to the scrutiny? We will see soon enough. I am looking forward to seeing Depp tackle yet another "un-tackle-able" character and do so marvelously.
4. YOGI BEAR - This may be the surprise of the year and I am calling it my dark horse selection. I think the upside for this movie is tremendous and I am really looking forward to it. The only stumbling block is that it is being released on the same day as TRON LEGACY. Hopefully the 3D screen situation has been corrected enough to allow two concurrent wide releases. Keep an eye on this one! Look for more info coming soon...
5. HOW TO TRAIN YOUR DRAGON - Another favorite of mine that may become victim of the 3D screen shortage. It will be fighting with ALICE and TITANS for screens soon and that is not good for anyone. My feeling is that DRAGON will be similar in appeal to KUNG FU PANDA last year, but with additional 3D premium box office. It will be a good movie - you can count on it.
6. TOY STORY 3 - Guys, this could be higher in the list but I am failing to get a good grasp on what to expect from Pixar this time around. Sure, it is a proven franchise with top notch characters, but what are they doing differently? Will it be the same old, same old? I expect a great story from them, don't get me wrong. But will the experience be that much more than TS 1 & 2? I hope so. Right now, I am looking forward to CARS 2 (next summer) much more than TOY STORY 3.
7. CLASH OF THE TITANS - Now this is VERY interesting! A S3D conversion done in the knick of time to capture more box office and improve the story immersion. We will see VERY soon just how successful Warner Bros will be with this decision. Personally, I think it is the right decision but a little late. My fingers are crossed that they chose the right conversion company and that the dollars are being spent to do this right. The visuals are SPECTACULAR! I just don't know about the story. TITANS could wind up moving up in my list, but I just can't justify a higher rating right now before seeing the conversion either.
8. SHREK FOREVER AFTER - This movie is bound to EXPLODE at the box office. Seriously. But I can't say as though I am dying to see it either. The world can't get enough Shrek, and the power of the franchise + 3D premiums will send it to the box office stratosphere. But personally I rank Shrek at 8 because, well, there are 7 other movies I would rather see this year. It is as simple as that.
9. SAW VII - The last SAW was a disappointment. I think S3D is EXACTLY what the doctor ordered to revive the franchise and if it is done correctly could really turn 3D horror on its disembodied head. There is an HUGE opportunity here for Lionsgate. I see this becoming the must see for Halloween this fall, no question.
10. MEGAMIND - Dreamworks Animation may have fooled me on this one! It could be higher on my list, but it is not getting the attention that DRAGONS and SHREK are getting this year. Definitely a top ten selection, but I can't move it higher just now.

Honorable Mention (in no order):
STEP UP 3-D - A nice fanbase for this genre movie will pick up more with the S3D.
ALPHA AND OMEGA - A great voice cast helps out this first venture (of a three pic deal) between Lionsgate and an Indian based animation company (Crest Animation Studios).
CATS & DOGS: THE REVENGE OF KITTY GALORE (Jul 30) - Families will drive box office for this movie; there will be plenty who cannot resist the cat and dog antics of this live action comedy.
GUARDIANS OF GA'HOOLE (Sep 24) - Some distinguished voices in this cast (Hugo Weaving, Helen Mirren, Geoffrey Rush and Sam Neill) will help propel this animation.
THE LEGEND OF SPYRO (Oct 25) - Another dragon focused animation for 2010. It will not do HOW TO TRAIN YOUR DRAGON numbers, but will certainly hold its own.
RAPUNZEL (Nov 24) A classic Disney tale told through S3D animation. This fairy tale's history alone should be enough alone to capture the hearts of audiences everywhere.

Could Be In Trouble:
PIRANHA 3-D (Aug 27) - I was really anticipating this movie! I hate to break this to you but I am not hearing good things about this production. I am a huge Alexandre Aja fan so I detest what I am hearing, but the word is that it is campy and the S3D is not up to par. However, I am speaking through the words of others so I am respectfully waiting to see it myself and review it. Until then, I hope this conversion is up to at least par - I would hate to see S3D get a bad name because of a shoddy effort. You know?

For a full list of ALL upcoming 3D movies (as well as rumored and TBA 3D movies) click here.

Exclusive: YOGI BEAR Starts Principal Photography Next Week

Jim here. Got exclusive news for you from a great source: YOGI BEAR starts principal photography next week! I was surprised to hear that it is moving along so quickly, but of course their winter is summer to them. Eric Brevig is starting his 3D engines and shifting out of pre-production now. Live action and CG 3D! :-)

You can potentially see why they chose New Zealand for their location with scenery like Mount Taranaki.

I would say those THR rumors about Aykroyd, Faris and Timberlake are true. Stay tuned for more breaking news when I get it!!

Look for YOGI BEAR in a picnic basket near you on December 17, 2010!

YABBA DABBA DAN! Aykroyd, Faris and Timberlake Circling S3D Jellystone Project

Jim here. Looks like Dan Aykroyd, Anna Faris and Justin Timberlake all have something in common - YOGI BEAR. Nothing is confirmed yet, but that didn't stop THR from reporting it so it looks fairly solid. Eric Brevig (JOURNEY TO THE CENTER OF THE EARTH) is directing as we posted back in February.

From THR: Faris will play a nature documentarian who follows the antics of a bear in fictional Jellystone Park. Aykroyd will voice Yogi, and Timberlake could end up lending his pipes for Yogi's constant companion, Boo Boo.

Jon Berg is overseeing for the studio, which hopes to get "Yogi" under way in New Zealand in December. Brad Copeland penned the current script with Joshua Sternin and Jeff Ventimilia writing the original draft.

Still appears to be a live action/CG hybrid project! Should be cool.

Eric Brevig To Helm 3D Big Screen "Yogi Bear"

Jim here. We last saw Eric Brevig's work with JOURNEY TO THE CENTER OF THE EARTH ($230m worldwide box office) - which I thought was very well done in 3D. Now comes word from Reuters that he is set to direct the Warner Bros. adaptation of old Hanna Barbera cartoon Yogi Bear entitled YOGI.

Joshua Sternin and Jeffrey Ventimilia are penning the screenplay of the much revered cartoon that many of us grew up on. They are setting out to recapture the magic of Yogi Bear, his pal Boo Boo and their adventures in Jellystone Park.

Word has it that Brevig will combine live action with CG to create an ALVIN AND THE CHIPMUNKS type environment.

Personally I would like to see a pure stereoscopic 3D animation with this vehicle but hey, I could be off base I suppose! Can't wait for this one; lots of childhood memories.