A gift from Middle Earth: Martin Freeman among celebs in charity Christmas auction

Film fans can pick up personalised gifts from the likes of Hobbit star, Martin Freeman at a Christmas eBay auction hosted by international development charity, WaterAid.

Fans will have the chance to get their hands on men and women’s clothing from fashion label Merc with gift tags signed by their favourite actors and musicians including a tracksuit top signed by Hobbit star, Martin Freeman. 

To enter the auction and pick-up a unique Christmas gift, go to:  www.ebay.co.uk/wateraid before December 16th. All proceeds raised by the auction will help some of the world’s poorest people gain access to safe water and sanitation through WaterAid projects around the world.

UNTOUCHABLE

Based on a true story, UNTOUCHABLE has already broken records worldwide, so far out grossing blockbusters such as Harry Potter, Titanic, Marvel’s The Avengers and Avatar in certain territories.  It is topping charts all over the globe and to date has made a staggering $356million.

The film tells the story of an unlikely friendship between a disabled millionaire (François Cluzet) and his street smart ex-con caretaker (Omar Sy). The pair who, on the surface, seem to have nothing in common find a camaraderie rooted in honesty and humour in one of the must-see films of 2012.

Directed by Eric Toledano and Olivier Nakache and also starring Audrey Fleurot (‘Spiral’), the film was nominated for a total of nine 2012 César Awards, France’s equivalent to the Oscars, including Best Picture, and won Best Actor for breakout star Omar Sy.   The film also won the Grand Prix award at the 2011 Tokyo International Film Festival.  UNTOUCHABLE has received Audience Awards from U.S film festivals including San Francisco Film Festival, COL COA and the Nashville Film Festival.

Untouchable will be release by Entertainment in Video on DVD AND Blu-Ray on

28^th January 2013

Cert – 15 tbc

Running Time - Blu-Ray 112mins / DVD – 107mins

Bonus Features – TBC

Cat Number      Recommended Retail Price
Rental DVD EDR4262     £ N\A
Retail DVD EDV9744     £19.99
Blu-Ray EBR5224     £24.99

SPARKLE

An Unforgettable Cast, including Whitney Houston, Jordin Sparks, CeeLo Green, Derek Luke and Mike Epps

Featuring Original Songs by R. Kelly Performed By Whitney Houston and Jordin Sparks 


Extensive Bonus Materials Include a Tribute to Whitney Houston, Director’s Commentary and Featurettes

Coming to DVD February 11, 2013

 

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Six-time GRAMMY Award® winner Whitney Houston (The Bodyguard) and “American Idol” winner Jordin Sparks star in the uplifting and inspiring drama SPARKLE, debuting on DVD February 11, 2013 from Sony Pictures Home Entertainment. The all-star cast also includes singer CeeLo Green, Carmen Ejogo (Away We Go), Tika Sumpter (Think Like a Man), Derek Luke (Captain America: The First Avenger), Mike Epps (Jumping the Broom), and Omari Hardwick (The Runner) in the soulful story of an aspiring singer/songwriter (Sparks) who defies her overprotective mother (Houston) to form a musical trio with her sisters, only to encounter the temptations of success.

Bonus materials on the DVD include two featurettes. “A Tribute to Whitney Houston”features Harvey Mason Jr. along with filmmakers, screenwriters, and cast paying tribute to Houston. “A Dream Come True” features the filmmakers discussing the arduous, but triumphant journey of bringing SPARKLE to the big screen. The DVD also features commentary with director Salim Akil.                
 
Synopsis:
Sparkle is a timeless story of the bonds of family, the trials of success and the power of music. In her feature film debut, "American Idol" sensation Jordin Sparks stars as Sparkle, a young woman whose big dreams seem almost impossible. She's been warned against the pitfalls of the music industry by her protective mother (Whitney Houston), yet encouraged by the handsome and ambitious Stix (Derek Luke), Sparkle forms a trio with her sisters (Tika Sumpter and Carmen Ejogo). Together, they perform the soul-stirring songs that Sparkle pens. But as their fame grows, so do the risks of jealousy, self-doubt and insidious temptation. A sweeping drama is brought to life with a powerful cast including Mike Epps, Omari Hardwick and CeeLo Green. 
 
SPARKLE was directed by Salim Akil from a screenplay by Mara Brock Akil and a story by Joel Schumacher and Howard Rosenman. The film was produced by Salim Akil, Mara Brock Akil, Debra Martin Chase, T.D. Jakes and Curtis Wallace with Whitney Houston, Gaylyn Fraiche, Avram Butch Kaplan and Howard Rosenman as executive producers.
 
DVD Bonus Material Includes:

• Director’s Commentary
• Two Featurettes:

o   “A Tribute to Whitney Houston”
o   “A Dream Come True”
 
SPARKLE has a run time of approximately 111 minutes and has been rated 12.
 

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