Arthur and the Invisibles News

"Arthur" Removed from Oscar's Best Animated Feature Contenders List

January 08, 2007 04:01:46

Which animated flicks to come out as the finalists in Oscar's Best Animated Feature category still have to be determined yet, but one thing is for sure: "Arthur and the Invisibles" won't be one the nominees.

Previously included in the list of sixteen contenders vying for the slot, the MGM/Weinstein release has sadly been dropped from consideration by AMPAS, the Academy spokesperson Leslie Unger announced on Sunday, January 7, following the earlier report concerning the matter in the AMPAS Press Release.

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More Joining "Arthur and the Invisibles" Company

November 28, 2006 02:11:26

The already-starry cast of "Arthur and the Invisibles" no doubt gets remarkably brighter by now as six more stars have reportedly been picked up to lend their voices in the project.

The latest addition includes big names consisting of Robert De Niro, Harvey Keitel, Anthony Anderson, Chazz Palminteri, Jason Bateman, plus Jimmy Fallon. All thereby are joining the likes of Madonna, David Bowie, and Snoop Dogg who have already included in the list to voice Princess Selenia, Maltazard, and Max, respectively.

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Luc Besson Ends Career as Helmer in "Arthur"

September 12, 2006 02:09:55

Movie industry will truly lose a prominent figure in filmmaking. Veteran director Luc Besson has unveiled his plan to take a permanent withdrawal from directing field, stating that his upcoming work of "Arthur and the Invisibles" will be the last film feature he helms. "I am pleased to have completed this cycle," so he said. "That is finished."

Following the shocking statement, the 47-year-old filmmaker revealed on Monday, September 11 his intention to devote himself to civic projects instead, saying that he was keen to try his hand at a whole array of new projects. "I want to take a little care of my fellow citizens," he remarked. I want to take a little care of my planet. I want to act in favor of the inner cities, in favor of the environment. I want to do lots of things."

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