2012 Movie Guide: Walt Disney Pictures - The Avengers
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Hey all you movie buffs, thanks for tuning in to Clevver Movies. I'm your host Tatiana Carrier, and I've got the latest on what's coming up this year from Disney. The studio started the year out strong with the re-release of 'Beauty and the Beast' in 3-D, which brought in over $40 million at the box office its opening weekend. Beauty & the beast ios already a classic, in 3d, it was bigger and better than ever.
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Next up, is 'The Secret World of Arrietty,' (AIR-EE-ETY) written by Ponyo-creator Hayao Miyazaki. Arrietty (AIR-EE-ETY) and her family live beneath the floorboards of a suburban home, but when she is discovered by the human boy who lives there, her family's safety is threatened. The English version features the voices of Bridgit Mendler, Carol Burnett, Amy Poehler, and Will Arnett. Check this one out February 17.
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Coming up March 9 is 'John Carter.' Based on the Edgar Rice Burroughs character who turns 100 this year, Taylor Kitsch stars as a former military captain who is transported to Mars where he becomes involved in a huge conflict amongst the inhabitants of the planet. Thomas Hayden Church, Willem Defoe, and Lynn Collins co-star.
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Up next is 'Chimpanzee,' from Disneynature. The film chronicles the life of Oscar, a baby chimp with a zest for discovery. When Oscar's family is confronted by a rival band of chimps, he is left to fend for himself until he meets an unexpected ally. This film hits theaters April 20.
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May 4 brings us 'The Avengers!' Iron Man, The Incredible Hulk, Captain America, Thor, Hawkeye, and Black Widow are called together by Nick Fury when an unexpected enemy emerges and threatens global safety. This film stars Robert Downey Jr., Mark Ruffalo, Chris Hemsworth, Scarlett Johansson, Jeremy Renner and Samuel L. Jackson, and directed by Joss Whedon.
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Coming up June 22 is Disney-Pixar's 'Brave.' Kelly Macdonald lends her voice to Merida, a skilled princess who is determined to carve her own path in life by defying an age-old custom. When her actions inadvertently unleash chaos in the kingdom, Merida turns to an old witch for help and is granted an ill-fated wish, which forces her to discover the meaning of bravery in order to undo the curse. Billy Connelly, Craig Ferguson, and Emma Thompson co-star.
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Up next is 'The Odd Life of Timothy Green,' starring Jennifer Garner and Joel Edgerton as a couple who can't wait to start a family. But when young Timothy shows up on their doorstep, the couple and their neighbors learn that sometimes the unexpected can bring some of life's greatest gifts. Dianne Wiest and Ron Livingston co-star, and you can see this one in theaters August 15.
'Finding Nemo' returns to the big screen September 14, this time in 3-D! Nemo is a clown fish that gets scooped up and added to a dentist's tropical fish collection. While he and his tank-mates figure out an escape plan, Nemo's dad embarks on a perilous journey with a memory-impaired friend to find him. Albert Brooks, Ellen Degeneres, and Willem Defoe star.
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Just in time for Halloween comes Tim Burton's 'Frankenweenie.' This stop-motion animated 3-D film about a boy who brings his dog back to life and also some unintended and even monstrous consequences. We're excited for some classic Burton-style, and this film features the voice talent of some Burton-film regulars, including Winona Ryder, Catherine O'Hara, Martin Short, and Martin Landau.
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And finally, November 2 brings us 'Wreck-It Ralph.' John C. Reilly lends his voice to the video game character who longs to be thought of as a good guy, but unfortunately, he's categorized as a bad guy. When an opportunity presents itself for Ralph to infiltrate a new game and win a medal, Ralph accidently unleashes a deadly enemy that threatens every game in the arcade. Sarah Silverman, Jane Lynch, and Jack McBrayer co-star.
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Well, there you have it, all the films coming from Disney this year. Let us know which one you are most excited for by commenting below, and make sure to check our Facebook page for more updates every day. I'm Tatiana Carrier, thanks for watching Clevver Movies.
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