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"Peter Pan" comes to DVD

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Universal City, CA, March 16, 2004 - The story you thought you knew comes to life as never imagined. The unforgettable adventure, magic and fun of the original "Peter Pan" - including children who can fly, pirates, fairies, enchanted forests and mermaids - come to life as never before in the groundbreaking live action release that flies onto DVD and VHS on May 4, 2004. With more breathtaking visual effects, more non-stop action and more fun than ever, writer-director PJ Hogan has created the "first faithful rendition of the famous story" (LA Times) to create a "warmhearted and magical adventure" (The Seattle Times) that tells the classic story as it was always meant to be told.

"Peter Pan" stars Jason Isaacs as Mr. Darling/Captain Hook, Jeremy Sumpter as Peter Pan, the boy who wouldn't grow up, and Rachel Hurd-Wood as Wendy Darling -- the girl whose family insists that she must. Filled with swashbuckling action, endless excitement, and fantastical effects, "Peter Pan" has received two top awards including the Film Advisory Board’s coveted Award of Excellence. Amazing visuals and sets provide an enchanting new viewing experience for the whole family to enjoy, even for those who thought they were familiar with the story.

DVD Exclusives Take Viewers into Five Magical Worlds

Imagination takes flight for the entire family with "Peter Pan’s" jam-packed disc of fantastical entertaining bonus features, which include 11 featurettes. Viewers can navigate 5 magical worlds of DVD exclusives, each loaded with features.

Board The Pirate Ship - A bonus section that allows families to enter a pirate’s swashbuckling realm, including:
-Through the Eyes of Captain Hook – "Peter Pan" star Jason Isaacs takes viewers behind the scenes, revealing his personal home video footage.
-The Lost Pirates’ Song – Entertains with a never-before-seen song, sung with pirate-y gusto by Captain Hook’s gang of swashbucklers.
-Board the Pirate Ship – Peek at the design and construction of the amazing set.
-The Pirates vs. The Lost Boys – Glimpse the behind-the-scenes relationships.

Visit the Darling House – This magical world rolls out the welcome mat for viewers with fun and imaginative features:
-Alternate Ending – See what happens when Wendy is all grown up.
-Hilarious Deleted Scenes – Howlingly funny footage of Mr. Darling in the doghouse.
-Me & My Shadow – How the filmmakers made Peter’s shadow come to life.
-In the Dog House with Nana – Meet the canine star of the movie.

Explore the Neverland Forest – Offers a fairy’s-eye view into "Peter Pan’s" enchanted realm:
-Tinkerbell: Behind the Fairy Dust – A fascinating feature which brings the world’s most magical fairy to life.
-I Do Believe in Fairies – Fly inside the magical world of the fairies!
-Explore the Forest – Experience the creation of the lush Neverland setting.
-Princess Tiger Lily – Discover the story behind actress Carsen Gray.

Enter the Black Castle – Viewers explore the wondrous Black Castle.
-Come Fly With Me – Go on the set to Flying School training camp.
-The Mermaids’ Tale – Behind the scenes with these mysterious mermaids.
-Enter the Castle – Catch a glimpse of the mysterious set.
Dig Into the Home Under the Ground:
-The Legacy of Peter Pan – Duchess Sarah Ferguson explores how the story of "Peter Pan" came to be.
-Dig Under the Home – Concept drawings and an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the Lost Boys’ secret home.
-Lost Boys on the Set – Learn about life on the set with the Lost Boys.
-Outrageous Outtakes – Laugh out loud fun at bloopers on the set.

Synopsis

Imagine a world like nothing you've ever seen, where every day is an adventure, where you never have to grow up or grow old. That's the world of Peter Pan - the clanging swords of furious rivals, the quivering plank of the Jolly Roger, the transcendent thrill of flying ... and the magical power of a hidden kiss. A lasting tale of adventure, discovery and dreams, "Peter Pan" has thrilled audiences around the world. J. M. Barrie's classic story of the boy who wouldn't grow up - and the girl whose family insists that she must - has had many popular incarnations over the years, but has never been fully realized on-screen until now.

Universal Pictures, Columbia Pictures and Revolution Studios have joined forces to present this bewitching story with an epic-sized production focused on capturing the essence of a great writer's work. With unbounded imagination, a hearty appetite for adventure and the modern magic of visual effects, writer-director P. J. Hogan and producers Lucy Fisher and Douglas Wick have brought all the wonder, danger and excitement of Barrie's original vision to the screen in the first live-action feature film version of "Peter Pan."

ADDITIONAL RESOURCES:
"Peter Pan" Premiere Interviews
"Peter Pan" Photo Gallery
"Peter Pan" Review, Trailer, Credits, and News

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