Merida Coronated as the Eleventh Disney Princess at Magic Kingdom Park

Ladies and gentlemen, we have a new official Disney Princess! Merida, the heroine from the Disney●Pixar film, "Brave," was officially welcomed into Disney royalty earlier today in a ceremony held at Cinderella Castle at Magic Kingdom Park. Read more at the Disney Parks Blog: http://bit.ly/13oW7Xu

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Brave - Available November 13 on Blu-ray & DVD Combo Pack and HD Digital

Disney/Pixar's BRAVE - Easter Egg - Sulley!

NO MONSTERS IN THE CLOSET – A carving of Sulley, the lovable blue monster slated to return to the big screen in 2013’s Monsters University, appears on a piece of wood in the home of the Witch, an eccentric crone and woodcarver in Disney•Pixar’s epic action adventure Brave, in theaters now.

Disney/Pixar's BRAVE - Easter Egg - The Pizza Planet Truck!

ANCIENT DELIVERY – The Witch, an eccentric crone disguised as a woodcarver specializing in whittling wooden bear figurines and conjuring haphazard spells, showcases her mysterious and inexplicable knowledge of the future with a carved figurine of the infamous Pizza Planet truck, an iconic delivery vehicle that’s appeared in nearly every full-length feature film from Pixar Animation Studios since 1995’s Toy Story. Disney•Pixar’s Brave is in theaters now.

Mark Andrews: "Brave", Talks at Google

Published on Jun 22, 2012 by AtGoogleTalks

Mark Andrews, Director of "Brave", visited Google LA for a conversation with Ryan Germick, Google Doodle Team Creative Lead. They discussed "Brave" and Mark's career at Pixar. This talk took place on June 19, 2012 as part of the Artists at Google series.

Review of Disney/Pixar Brave!

For their 13th film, Pixar gives us their take on the princess movie with Brave!

This film is a departure for Pixar in several ways. They have their first female protagonist and the story focuses on the mother/daughter relationship which is usually not the focus of many family movies.

Princess Merida is a free spirit, learning the ways of archery and sword fighting, while her mother, Queen Elinor, tries diligently to raise her in the ways of royal responsibility and tradition. One of these traditions being arranged marriages. For Merida, she would rather be shooting arrows, riding her horse Angus and climbing rocks than preparing to be married and become the Queen. After a heated argument between mother and daughter, Merida rides her horse into the woods. In the woods she encounters a trail of will o'wisps that of course end up changing her fate. In an effort to remain as spoiler free as possible, I won't get into how everything comes together. I'll just say that even the trailers do a good job of hiding what is in store.
 
The film itself is gorgeous! I would dare to say that this is the best looking Pixar film to date. The Scotland countryside looks photorealistic! The ocean, the beards, the fur on the animals and of course Merida's flaming red hair looks amazing! Pixar has taken their animation to the next level! They have even rewritten their animation software for the first time. Called Presto, the new software was created to help with animation complexity issues where there are many characters involved in the same scene.

The score, created by Scotland native Patrick Doyle is impressive. He used a mix of traditional instruments as well as modern ones to weave a score that simply soars.  Adding to the impressive score is the voice of
Julie Fowlis who sings several songs throughout the movie. Her voice is pure and full of beauty and clarity. I imagine that this is what Merida would sound like if she sang in the movie.

Now Brave is not without some flaws. It is darker than most Pixar films and I can see young children being scared.  Though I did watch Brave with a rather large audience of families and no one was scared. The story does falter in the second act and has sort of a hard time getting back on track. But still Brave sits in about the middle of their library for me. It's not the top tier of a Toy Story or a Finding Nemo but it does sit better than A Bug's Life for me. I did enjoy the relationship between the Merida and Elinor. The humor level is fantastic though I'm not sure how I feel about the brief nudity. That brought it down to more of a Dreamworks level of humor for me. All in all a great movie about relationships and taking responsibility for one's actions.

Brave is in theaters now!

More 'Brave' World Premiere Photos!

Producer Katherine Sarafian and Director Mark Andrews arrive at Disney Pixar's "Brave" World Premiere

Actress Kelly Macdonald, voice of Merida, arrives at Disney Pixar's "Brave" World Premiere

Actors Craig Ferguson, Kelly Macdonald and Kevin McKidd arrive at Disney Pixar's "Brave" World Premiere

Singer Julie Fowlis, whose amazing voice you hear over much of the soundtrack, arrives at Disney Pixar's "Brave" World Premiere

Photos from The "Green Carpet" Premiere of Brave!

Here is a look at the Green Carpet!

Merida!

The end of the Green Carpet

The Grand opening of The Dolby Theatre! This was formerly the Kodak Theatre!

Merida and Angus have arrived!

Hope you enjoyed these photos! More photos, including those of the vocal talent will be coming soon!

The Brave Summer Games

Published on Jun 12, 2012 by DisneyPixar

Which event in the Brave Summer Games are you most looking forward to?

Disney•Pixar's Brave is in theaters June 22!

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Merida is a skilled archer and impetuous daughter of King Fergus and Queen Elinor. Determined to carve her own path in life, Merida defies an age-old custom sacred to the uproarious lords of the land: massive Lord MacGuffin, surly Lord Macintosh and cantankerous Lord Dingwall. Merida's actions inadvertently unleash chaos and fury in the kingdom, and when she turns to an eccentric old Witch for help, she is granted an ill-fated wish. The ensuing peril forces Merida to discover the meaning of true bravery in order to undo a beastly curse before it's too late.

Dolby confirms 14 theaters for inaugural screening of Pixar's 'Brave' with Atmos audio

 
Disney•Pixar's Brave Showing in Dolby Atmos Nationwide
Patrons across the country to enjoy the most extraordinary cinema sound experience ever offered following World Premiere at the Dolby Theatre

SAN FRANCISCO--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Dolby Laboratories, Inc. (NYSE:DLB) today announced the names of select movie theatres nationwide that will screen Disney•Pixar's Brave in Dolby® Atmos™, the new audio platform that will change the experience of sound in entertainment. The World Premiere of Brave will take place at Hollywood's Dolby TheatreSM, using Dolby Atmos and Dolby 3D to transport the audience into the adventure, with a lifelike and immersive sensory cinema experience. Following the premiere, Dolby Atmos will continue to wow Brave audiences at select theatres beginning June 22.

"Dolby Atmos is our most revolutionary sound innovation in years, and the industry reaction has been overwhelming. We can't wait for the public to experience firsthand what producers, studio executives, and sound mixers have been raving about since we first demonstrated the technology in April," said Ramzi Haidamus, Executive Vice President, Sales and Marketing, Dolby Laboratories. "It's fitting that Disney•Pixar, known for creating magical and immersive worlds, will be the first to introduce audiences to a film in the most magical and immersive sound format ever conceived."

The following theatres in the United States and Canada are slated to show Disney•Pixar's Brave in Dolby Atmos:
• AMC® BarryWoods 24 (Kansas City, MO)
• AMC Burbank 16 (Burbank, CA)
• AMC Century City 15 (Century City, CA)
• AMC Downtown Disney 24 (Lake Buena Vista, FL)
• AMC Garden State 16 (Paramus, NJ)
• AMC Van Ness 14 (San Francisco, CA)
• ArcLight Sherman Oaks (Sherman Oaks, CA)
• Brenden Theatres at the Palms (Las Vegas, NV)
• Century at Pacific Commons and XD (Fremont, CA)
• Cinemark® West Plano and XD (West Plano, TX)
• SilverCity-Yonge Eglington Cinemas (Cineplex) (Toronto, ON)
• Cinetopia Vancouver Mall 23 (Vancouver, WA)
• El Capitan Theatre (Hollywood, CA)
• Kerasotes ShowPlace™ ICON at Roosevelt Collection (Chicago, IL)

"We are so proud that Brave is the first-ever film to be released in Dolby Atmos," said Mark Andrews, director of Disney•Pixar's Brave. "It is sound technology at its very best. Dolby Atmos adds a new dimension to the Brave experience, bringing the story to life in a way that complements the film's animation and 3D presentation. It's an incredibly immersive experience that movie fans will not want to miss and will not soon forget."

About Dolby Atmos
The latest sound technology from Dolby Laboratories, Dolby Atmos brings a powerful new listening experience with more natural, realistic cinema sound that truly envelops the audience. It is an end-to-end solution that takes into account the entire content pipeline and brings together mixers, studios, and distributors to create dramatic improvements in the audio experience. The Dolby Atmos platform provides content creators with a new creative freedom to tell their stories and simplifies movie distribution with a single universal package to deliver to audiences the full impact of the artist's intent, regardless of theatre configuration.

To learn more about Dolby Atmos, visit dolby.com/Atmos. To share an educational video on Dolby Atmos, visit https://vimeo.com/40699179; to see the Dolby Theatre sign-unveiling ceremony, visit http://vimeo.com/43909365.

The Dolby virtual press kit is available at dolby.com/news.

About Brave
Set in the rugged and mysterious Highlands of Scotland, Disney•Pixar's Brave follows the heroic journey of Merida (voice of Kelly Macdonald), a skilled archer and headstrong daughter of King Fergus (voice of Billy Connolly) and Queen Elinor (voice of Emma Thompson). Determined to change her fate, Merida defies an age-old custom sacred to the unruly and uproarious lords of the land-massive Lord MacGuffin (voice of Kevin McKidd), surly Lord Macintosh (voice of Craig Ferguson), and cantankerous Lord Dingwall (voice of Robbie Coltrane)-unleashing chaos in the kingdom. When she turns to an eccentric Witch (voice of Julie Walters), she is granted an ill-fated wish, and the ensuing peril forces Merida to harness all of her resources-including her mischievous triplet brothers-to undo a beastly curse and discover the meaning of true bravery. Directed by Mark Andrews and Brenda Chapman, and produced by Katherine Sarafian, Brave is a grand adventure full of heart, memorable characters, and signature Pixar humor. Opens on June 22, 2012, in 3D in select theatres. For more information about Brave, visit Disney.com/Brave, like us on Facebook, facebook.com/PixarBrave, and follow us on Twitter, twitter.com/disneypixar.

About Dolby Laboratories
Dolby Laboratories (NYSE:DLB) is the global leader in technologies that are essential elements in the best entertainment experiences. Founded in 1965 and best known for high-quality audio and surround sound in environments from the cinema to the living room to mobile devices, Dolby creates innovations that enrich entertainment at the movies, at home, or on the go. For more information about Dolby Laboratories or Dolby technologies, please visit www.dolby.com.

Dolby and the double-D symbol are registered trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. All other trademarks remain the property of their respective owners. S12/25803 DLB-G

Brave "Fergus Shares a Legend" Clip

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Merida is a skilled archer and impetuous daughter of King Fergus and Queen Elinor. Determined to carve her own path in life, Merida defies an age-old custom sacred to the uproarious lords of the land: massive Lord MacGuffin, surly Lord Macintosh and cantankerous Lord Dingwall. Merida's actions inadvertently unleash chaos and fury in the kingdom, and when she turns to an eccentric old Witch for help, she is granted an ill-fated wish. The ensuing peril forces Merida to discover the meaning of true bravery in order to undo a beastly curse before it's too late.

Happy Mother's Day - Disney•Pixar's Brave 6/22

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Merida is a skilled archer and impetuous daughter of King Fergus and Queen Elinor. Determined to carve her own path in life, Merida defies an age-old custom sacred to the uproarious lords of the land: massive Lord MacGuffin, surly Lord Macintosh and cantankerous Lord Dingwall. Merida's actions inadvertently unleash chaos and fury in the kingdom, and when she turns to an eccentric old Witch for help, she is granted an ill-fated wish. The ensuing peril forces Merida to discover the meaning of true bravery in order to undo a beastly curse before it's too late.

Brave "Kilt" Featurette

Are you Brave enough to wear one?

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Merida is a skilled archer and impetuous daughter of King Fergus and Queen Elinor. Determined to carve her own path in life, Merida defies an age-old custom sacred to the uproarious lords of the land: massive Lord MacGuffin, surly Lord Macintosh and cantankerous Lord Dingwall. Merida's actions inadvertently unleash chaos and fury in the kingdom, and when she turns to an eccentric old Witch for help, she is granted an ill-fated wish. The ensuing peril forces Merida to discover the meaning of true bravery in order to undo a beastly curse before it's too late.

Brave Takes on the NFL Draft

When it comes to a Draft, who better to consult than a Scotsman in a kilt?

Brave is in theaters June 22

Intense New 'Brave' Still Released!

Shows that there will be some really great action in this film! June can't get here soon enough!

Beautiful New Still from Brave featuring Merida!

I am looking forward to this movie! June cannot get here soon enough!

Final Trailer for Disney/Pixar's Brave!

Since ancient times, stories of epic battles and mystical legends have been passed through the generations across the rugged and mysterious Highlands of Scotland. In "Brave," a new tale joins the lore when the courageous Merida (voice of Kelly Macdonald) confronts tradition, destiny and the fiercest of beasts. Merida is a skilled archer and impetuous daughter of King Fergus (voice of Billy Connolly) and Queen Elinor (voice of Emma Thompson). Determined to carve her own path in life, Merida defies an age-old custom sacred to the uproarious lords of the land: massive Lord MacGuffin (voice of Kevin McKidd), surly Lord Macintosh (voice of Craig Ferguson) and cantankerous Lord Dingwall (voice of Robbie Coltrane). Merida's actions inadvertently unleash chaos and fury in the kingdom, and when she turns to an eccentric old Wise Woman (voice of Julie Walters) for help, she is granted an ill-fated wish. The ensuing peril forces Merida to discover the meaning of true bravery in order to undo a beastly curse before it's too late.

Official Site: http://disney.com/brave

Director: Mark Andrews, Brenda Chapman

Cast: Kelly MacDonald, Emma Thompson, Billy Connolly, Julie Walters, Kevin McKidd, Craig Ferguson, Robbie Coltrane

In theaters: June 22nd, 2012

New BRAVE Japanese Poster!

A new Brave poster for Japanese audiences resembles the American one released last March, but incorporates King Fergus, Queen Elinor, and the three bears, as well as our first look at the mysterious Wise Woman (voiced by Julie Walters).

Brave opens in the US on June 22 and in Japan on July 21.

Disney Pixar's Brave Family Portrait: The Triplets

Since ancient times, stories of epic battles and mystical legends have been passed through the generations across the rugged and mysterious Highlands of Scotland. In "Brave," a new tale joins the lore when the courageous Merida (voice of Kelly Macdonald) confronts tradition, destiny and the fiercest of beasts. Merida is a skilled archer and impetuous daughter of King Fergus (voice of Billy Connolly) and Queen Elinor (voice of Emma Thompson). Determined to carve her own path in life, Merida defies an age-old custom sacred to the uproarious lords of the land: massive Lord MacGuffin (voice of Kevin McKidd), surly Lord Macintosh (voice of Craig Ferguson) and cantankerous Lord Dingwall (voice of Robbie Coltrane). Merida's actions inadvertently unleash chaos and fury in the kingdom, and when she turns to an eccentric old Wise Woman (voice of Julie Walters) for help, she is granted an ill-fated wish. The ensuing peril forces Merida to discover the meaning of true bravery in order to undo a beastly curse before it's too late.

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Brave Concept Art: Merida