Singapore Hosts World's First Fully 3-D Based Film Festival

3DX: 3D Film & Entertainment Technology Festival Inaugural Event Will
    Commence from November 19 - 23, 2008LOS ANGELES, May 1 /CNW/ -- Singapore has been named the host city of the
world's first fully 3-D based film and entertainment technology festival
taking place November 19 - 23, 2008. The Media Development Authority of
Singapore (MDA) will host the festival officially named "3DX: 3D Film &
Entertainment Technology Festival." Jim Chabin of 3D Partners Ltd. will serve
as 3DX executive producer of the five-day event taking place in Asia. The
festival is supported by the Singapore Tourism Board (STB).
    Said Dr. Christopher Chia, Chief Executive Officer, MDA: "The development
of a world class 3-D festival in Singapore highlighting the creative talent
and technology in 3-D film underlines Singapore's commitment to play an active
role in expanding the boundaries of 3-D entertainment.  3DX will provide a
world stage and convergence point for filmmakers and technology companies to
showcase their works for trade and consumer audiences. It will also provide
industry players the opportunity to generate discussions on the latest trends
and developments in 3-D."
    In highlighting what will be an international selection of films and
properties for 3DX, the first two films chosen for the festival are FLY ME TO
THE MOON, an animated family film from Belgium's nWave Pictures, featuring
characters voiced by Kelly Ripa, Nicollette Sheridan, Tim Curry and Ed Begley
Jr., and JOURNEY TO THE CENTER OF THE EARTH, a live action adventure from New
Line Cinema and Walden Media, starring Brendan Fraser, Josh Hutcherson and
Anita Briem.
    The current list of 3DX organizations and media sponsors includes the
Motion Picture Association (MPA), NBC Universal TV Asia, Star TV India and
Star Movies.
    Other Singapore Government agencies backing 3DX are the Singapore
Economic Development Board and Infocomm Development Authority of Singapore.
    "We are honored that Singapore is the host destination for the first-ever
3D Film & Entertainment Technology Festival. The event will augment our
position as a thought leader in the media, design and content development
cluster, as we continue to work with partners such as Media Development
Authority to establish related business events that can bring synergistic
value to this key economic cluster in Singapore and the thriving global media
industry. Hosting festivals such as 3DX will elevate our status as an exchange
capital and help cement Singapore's standing as one of the pioneers in
embracing and supporting 3D technology and film production in the world," said
Mr. Aloysius Arlando, Assistant Chief Executive, Business Travel and MICE
Group, Singapore Exhibition and Convention Bureau, a group of the STB.
    Highlights of the 3DX festival will include screenings of invited 3-D
films from participating media organizations and partners, forums featuring
guest speakers, directors, 3-D pioneers, visionaries and catalysts, red carpet
reception and event gala celebration along with special entertainment based
events for the public.More information on 3DX can be found on http://www.3dxfestival.com.
    About Media Development AuthorityFormed in 2003, the Media Development Authority of Singapore (MDA) plays
a vital role in transforming Singapore into a Global Media City and
positioning it at the forefront of the digital media age. MDA spearheads
initiatives that promote developments in film, video, television, radio,
publishing, music, games, animation, media services and Interactive Digital
Media. At the same time, in ensuring clear and consistent regulatory policies
and guidelines, MDA helps to foster a pro-business environment for industry
players and increase media choices for consumers. For more information, visit
http://www.mda.gov.sg or http://www.smf.sgAbout Singapore Tourism BoardThe Singapore Tourism Board (STB) is an economic development agency for
one of Singapore's key service sectors -- tourism. The mission of the Board is
to develop and champion tourism and build this sector into a key driver of
economic growth for Singapore. The STB aims to differentiate and market
Singapore as a memorable destination through the proliferation of the
destination brand "Uniquely Singapore." For more information, please visit
http://www.stb.gov.sgAbout the Singapore Exhibition and Convention BureauThe Singapore Exhibition and Convention Bureau (SECB), a group of the
STB, is the lead government agency for the business events sector in
Singapore. Its mission is to champion business travel and business events as
key drivers of the tourism sector and enablers for cluster growth in
Singapore. It also assists business event organisers, corporations and
associations by providing comprehensive and impartial information on
Singapore's MICE facilities, incentive venues and industry partners. The SECB
is a member of the BestCities Global Alliance, the world's first and only
convention bureau alliance with eight partners in five continents.

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