Tag: Illumination
‘Despicable Me 2’ Sets New B.O. Records in the U.K.
Universal/Illumination's blockbuster sequel Despicable Me 2 is now the highest-grossing film of 2013 in the U.K. Universal Pictures International told The Hollywood Reporter that...
‘Planes’ Lands at No. 3 as Auds Visit ‘Elysium’
Although the overall box office numbers are still not impressive, North American audiences chose to seek out Elysium, Neill Blomkamp's follow-up to the acclaimed...
Chinese Officials Deny a Ban on ‘Despicable Me 2'
Officials in China have denied that there is ban on Universal/Illumination's hugely popular animated feature Despicable Me 2 in the country. Authorities say the...
Second Time’s Not a Charm for ‘The Smurfs’
Sony's big summer sequel Smurfs 2 failed to draw big numbers at the American box office this past weekend. The live-action/CG-animated hybrid landed in...
‘Wolverine’ Claws His Way to No. 1 Spot
Thanks to Hugh Jackman's star power and the continued popularity of The X-Men, Fox's The Wolverine made it to the No. 1 spot at...
DreamWorks’ ‘Turbo’ Sputters at No. 3 Spot
Turbo, DreamWorks Animation's tale of a speedy snail with the dream of winning the Indy 500, had a difficult time drawing large numbers to...
DreamWorks’ ‘Turbo’ Wins Wednesday Movie Race
DreamWorks' second feature of 2013, Turbo, was able to bring in about $6 million during its first day of release at the U.S. box...
‘Despicable Me 2' Takes the No. 1 Spot for Third Week
The clever Gru and his lovable Minions displayed their lasting appeal once again as Universal/Illumination's blockbuster pic Despicable Me 2 became the No. 1...
The Gru Next Door: Building ‘Despicable Me 2'
Universal/Illumination's acclaimed anti-hero returns to the big screen in the 3-D summer sequel Despicable Me 2.
Three years ago, when Despicable Me was heading into...
‘Despicable Me 2' Breaks B.O. Records Overseas
Although the Universal/Illumination animated feature hasn’t opened in the U.S. yet, the film has already made over $41.5 million from only seven international territories....
Pixar’s ‘Monsters’ to Fight Zombies This Weekend
This weekend is shaping up to be an interesting battleground between new arrivals Disney/Pixar's much-awaited prequel Monsters University and Paramount's intriguing Brad Pitt zombie...
Five Things You Have to Do at Annecy This Year
If you're one of the fortune people who will be attending this year's awesome Annecy International Animated Film Festival and Market this month, you...
Universal Releases New Clip from ‘Despicable Me 2'
Universal has released the first clip from Illumination’s eagerly anticipated summer movie, Despicable Me the Chris Meledandri and his acclaimed filmmaking team create an...
Bratt Replaces Pacino as ‘Despicable Me 2' Villain
Is there some sort of curse on the role of the villain Eduardo in the upcoming sequel Despicable Me 2? Over the weekend, Deadline.com...
Annecy Announces Animated Feature Lineup
Nine animated features from around the world will be competing for the prestigious Cristal Award at the Annecy Animation Festival this June.
The features, as...
Comic Dane Cook to Voice Planes’ Rusty
The final pieces are coming together for Disney’s upcoming summer feature Planes as the studio announced that comedian Dane Cook has signed to voice...
Bullock, Brooks & Neeson Sign to Toon Projects
It's a busy week for voice star announcements as a few studios have revealed key names for their upcoming projects. From Universal/Illumination comes the...
Pixar’s ‘Brave’ Is No. 1 Animated Pic of 2012
Brave, Disney/Pixar’s charming tale of a bold Scottish princess, took the crown as the best-selling animated movie of 2012. Directed by Mark Andrews and...
‘Angry Birds’ Movie Takes Producer Under Wing
The hottest mobile gaming (and now merchandising/licensing) sensation of late is on track to take movie theaters by storm with the Angry Birds flick...
Illumination Announces Partnership with Fuji TV
Santa Monica-based Illumination Entertainment (Despicable Me, The Lorax) and Japanese leading broadcaster Fuji Television have made a strategic alliance in Japan. The deal brings together...
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