Mr. Popper's Penguins (film)
| Mr. Popper's Penguins | |
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| Directed by | Mark Waters |
| Screenplay by | Sean Anders John Morris Jared Stern |
| Produced by | John Davis Jordan Kerner |
| Starring | Jim Carrey Carla Gugino Madeline Carroll Angela Lansbury Philip Baker Hall Dominic Chianese Frank Welker (voice) |
| Cinematography | Florian Ballhaus |
| Edited by | Bruce Green |
| Music by | Rolf Harris[1] |
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| Distributed by | 20th Century Fox |
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| Country | Template:Film US |
| Language | English |
Mr. Popper's Penguins is an upcoming biographical live-action family comedy film starring Jim Carrey, based on the children's book of the same name. The film was originally slated for a release on September 11, 2011, but was pulled up to June 17, 2011.[2]
Plot
Mr. Tom Popper (Jim Carrey) is a divorced driven businessman who is clueless when it comes to the important things in life—until he inherits six penguins. Popper's penguins turn his New York apartment into a snowy winter wonderland—and the rest of his life upside-down. Filmed on a refrigerated soundstage with real Gentoo penguins, Mr. Popper's Penguins is a contemporary, loose adaptation of the classic book.
Cast
- Jim Carrey as Tom Popper
- Carla Gugino as Amanda
- Madeline Carroll as Molly
- Angela Lansbury as Mrs. Van Gurdy
- Christoper Walken as Bob
- Dominic Chianese as Mr. Van Gurdy
- Frank Welker as the penguins (voice of Bitey, Lovey, Loudy, Stinky, Nimrod and Captain)
- Anne Hathaway as Narrator
Production
Originally Ben Stiller was going to play Mr. Popper, and Noah Baumbach was originally going to direct, however they both dropped out. Owen Wilson, Jack Black and Jim Carrey were all considered to replace Stiller, with the role eventually going to Carrey.[3] Mark Waters was chosen to direct. Filming began in October 2010 and finished in January 2011.[citation needed]
The first images from the set were revealed on November 11, 2010.[4] On September 21, 2010, it was confirmed that Carla Gugino had joined the cast.[5]
The film's trailer was shown with Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Rodrick Rules, Rango, and select screenings of Rio on March 25, 2011.[citation needed] It was also shown with Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides.
Burger King will be adding Mr. Popper's Penguins toys will released on June 13, 2011 kids meals.[citation needed]
The TV spot of the movie was released on May 21, 2011.[citation needed]
References
- ^ "Rolfe Kent Scoring 'Mr. Popper's Penguins". Film Music Reporter. Retrieved 12 April 2011.
- ^ Chitwood, Adam (16 December 2010). "First Set Photos of Jim Carrey in MR. POPPER'S PENGUINS". Collider. Retrieved 2 April 2011.
{{cite web}}: Italic or bold markup not allowed in:|publisher=(help) - ^ Jagernauth, Kevin (22 June 2010). "Ben Stiller Drops out of 'Mr. Poppers Penguins,' Jim Carrey, Jack Black & Owen Wilson Eyeing Lead Role". The Playlist. Retrieved 2 April 2011.
- ^ Phil, Tommy (11 November 2010). "First Look: Jim Carrey on the Mr. Popper's Penguins Set". Jim Carrey Online. Retrieved 2 April 2011.
- ^ Tyler, Josh (21 September 2010). "Carla Gugino Joins Mr. Popper's Penguins And Might Do Something Good After All". Cinema Blend. Retrieved 2 April 2011.
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The penguins were examined and kept in good health by the veterinarians from Central Veterinary Associates, P.C. in Valley Stream, NY.