START OF PRODUCTION FOR STAR WARS: EPISODE VIII

Rey took her first steps into a larger world in Star Wars: The Force Awakens and will continue her epic journey with Finn, Poe and Luke Skywalker in the next chapter of the continuing Star Wars saga, Star Wars: Episode VIII, which began principal photography at Pinewood Studios in London on February 15, 2016.

Star Wars: Episode VIII, which is written and directed by Rian Johnson and continues the storylines introduced in Star Wars: The Force Awakens, welcomes back cast members Mark Hamill, Carrie Fisher, Adam Driver, Daisy Ridley, John Boyega, Oscar Isaac, Lupita Nyong’o, Domhnall Gleeson, Anthony Daniels, Gwendoline Christie, and Andy Serkis. New cast members will include Academy Award® winner Benicio Del Toro, Academy Award® nominee Laura Dern and talented newcomer Kelly Marie Tran.

Star Wars: Episode VIII is produced by Kathleen Kennedy and Ram Bergman and executive produced by J.J. Abrams, Jason McGatlin and Tom Karnowski. Joining the production crew will be some of the industry’s top talent, including Steve Yedlin (Director of Photography), Bob Ducsay (Editor), Rick Heinrichs (Production Designer), Peter Swords King (Hair and Make-Up Designer), and Mary Vernieu (US Casting Director). They will be joining returning crew members Pippa Anderson (Co-Producer, VP Post Production), Neal Scanlan (Creature & Droid FX Creative Supervisor), Michael Kaplan (Costume Designer), Jamie Wilkinson (Prop Master), Chris Corbould (SFX Supervisor), Rob Inch (Stunt Coordinator), Ben Morris (VFX Supervisor), and Nina Gold (UK Casting Director).

Star Wars: Episode VIII is scheduled for release in Singapore on December 14, 2017.

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Star Wars: The Force Awakens is the Highest-Grossing IMAX Movie Ever in Singapore

The IMAX release of Star Wars: The Force Awakens hit S$1 Million in IMAX box office takings earlier this week, making it the biggest and most popular IMAX movie in Singapore since Shaw Theatres introduced The IMAX Experience® in the country in May 2011.

The film has now grossed more than US$200 Million in IMAX theatres worldwide, making it the company’s second highest-grossing film of all time behind Avatar. The film also set several IMAX records throughout its run, including the biggest IMAX opening weekend worldwide (US$48 Million) and in North America (US$ 30 Million), and was the fastest to reach both the US$100 Million and US$200 Million milestones.

Mr. Mark Shaw, Executive Vice President of Operations, Shaw Theatres, said: “We have a growing IMAX fan base and we are seeing more of our patrons choosing IMAX® 3D over our regular 3D offerings. These sophisticated patrons desire the best movie-going experience and consider IMAX’s environment of crystal-clear images, customized theatre geometry and powerful digital audio as quality and value for their money.” He added: “IMAX has contributed to revitalizing the Shaw Theatres brand and has created a new revenue stream for us as well. The success of IMAX at Lido and JCube has prompted us to launch our third IMAX screen at the newly opened Shaw Theatres Waterway Point, and we are actively looking for a suitable new location for our next IMAX theatre.”

Mr. Walt Cho, Director, Film Distribution & Marketing, Asia Pacific, IMAX Corporation, said: “We are delighted to celebrate the IMAX box office success of Star Wars in Singapore with our valued partner Shaw Theatres. They are tremendous IMAX brand ambassadors that share our passion for delivering unforgettable entertainment experiences. Together we look forward to thrilling more moviegoers in Singapore with our powerful line up of 2016’s biggest blockbuster films.”

There are only three Shaw Theatres IMAX screens in Singapore currently. The first opened at Shaw Theatres Lido in Orchard Road in May 2011, the second at Shaw Theatres JCube in Jurong East in April 2012, and the third at Shaw Theatres Waterway Point in Punggol last Thursday.

The next few movies to be released in IMAX are The Revenant (4 February), Deadpool (11 February), Batman v. Superman: Dawn of Justice (24 March) and Marvel's Captain America: Civil War (28 April). The latter two will feature select footage shot with IMAX® cameras.

Star Wars: The Force Awakens will be playing at all Shaw Theatres IMAX locations until 3 February 2016.

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STAR WARS: THE FORCE AWAKENS EVENTS IN SINGAPORE

The wait is almost over. The most anticipated movie title of the year Star Wars: The Force Awakens will be releasing in cinemas on 17th December 2015. Be part of the celebrations leading up to the opening of the movie at the following events:

Star Wars: The Force Awakens 30-Day Countdown Event
Countdown to the opening of the movie event of the year and be the first in Singapore to purchase Star Wars: The Force Awakens IMAX 3D tickets from 9pm on 16th November 2015, Monday, at Shaw House Urban Plaza (Level 1), Orchard Road. Purchase the exclusive Star Wars: The Force Awakens Light Side/Dark Side package priced at SGD$180, which will include two IMAX 3D tickets to the first midnight session on 17th December, two Star Wars: The Force Awakens IMAX 3D movie vouchers, four regular popcorn combo vouchers and two sets of limited edition movie collectibles. The Star Wars 501st Legion will also be making a special appearance at the countdown event!

Star Wars: The Force Awakens tickets can also be purchased in advance on selected cinemas’ websites from midnight on 17th November 2015.

Star Wars: The Force Awakens Event at VivoCity
Get ready for an experience that is out of this world only at VivoCity from 1st to 20th December 2015! Discover more about Star Wars: The Force Awakens at an atrium event, featuring Singapore’s largest wall mural made of LEGO bricks, a larger-than-life Stormtroopers installation and bring home a range of exclusive Star Wars merchandise and collectibles!

Celebrate the unveiling of the Star Wars: The Force Awakens themed wall mural on 1st December 2015 as we mark the occasion in the Singapore Book of Records. The Star Wars 501st Legion will be making a special appearance at the same time.

Event will be opened to the public from 6pm onwards on 1st December 2015.

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STAR WARS DAY 2015 IN SINGAPORE

The force awakens on May the 4th 2015. A calendar highlight for all Star Wars fans, this year’s Star Wars Day, “Celebrate the Force” event, will be held at Suntec City, east wing atrium on 2nd and 3rd May. The two-day event is opened to the public, featuring a full slate of activities including:

· Appearances by 501st Legion & Rebel Legion Catch members of the 501st and Rebel legion dressed up as Star Wars characters. Meet and greet these Star Wars costumers; attendees can also do their part for charity by making a donation for a photo opportunity.

· FightSaber Performance and Workshop Catch stage performance by FightSaber crew, Southeast Asia’s premiere LightSaber fight choreography team. Plus! Kids get a chance to learn LightSaber fighting skills from the FightSaber crew!

· Exclusive Star Wars Goodie Bags Giveaway Be the first 100 attendees at the Star Wars Day “Celebrate the Force” event at Suntec City on Saturday and Sunday, and redeem an exclusive Star Wars goodie bag. While stocks lasts.

· Star Wars Kids Fashion Parade (Only on 3rd May, Sunday) Participate in kids Star Wars themed costumes contest and fashion parade with prizes to be won!

· Character Sketch Sessions by Jashorn Lee Catch ‘live’ sketch artist, Jashorn Lee, draw Star Wars themed caricatures! Attendees can also bring home a piece of sketch by making a donation.

· Band of Doodlers Live Sesssions Don’t miss the reknowned ‘white space bandits’ in action, drawing a large Star Wars themed canvas. Plus! Attendees can own specially designed mini canvas and Stormtrooper helmets by making a donation.

· Toy Photography Workshop by Wonder Factory Check out the gallery of Star Wars toys photographs on display. Learn more about toy photography from the professionals!

· X-Wing Games Demo Participate in game demos with prizes to be won!

· Star Wars Stage Games and Quiz Take part in fun-filled stage games and quiz to win exclusive Star Wars prizes!

· Star Wars Merchandise Check out the latest Star Wars merchandise!

· Fans’ Star Wars Collectibles Check out the fans’ collectibles and attendees can purchase these items while doing their part for charity. 10% of the takings from the sale of these collectibles will be donated to charity.

All proceeds from various activities at the event will go to “Make a Wish Foundation Singapore” (www.makeawish.org.sg). Under the auspices of the “Care & Share” movement led by Community Chest and in line with the SG50 celebrations, the Singapore government will also match the donations garnered at the event, dollar for dollar. The matched amount will go towards building the capabilities and capacities of the social service sector and supporting social services to meet rising needs.

The Star Wars Day “Celebrate the Force” event is open to the public at the following timings on 2nd and 3rd May, Saturday and Sunday: · 2nd May, Saturday – 11am to 9pm · 3rd May, Sunday – 11am to 7pm For more information on the Star Wars Day “Celebrate the Force” event, visit www.Facebook.com/StarWars

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STAR WARS: THE FORCE AWAKENS IN SINGAPORE

Star Wars fans in Singapore who could not make it to the Star Wars Celebration in Anaheim, Los Angeles are catching the action LIVE. An exclusive invite-only simulcast fan event is being held at Shaw Theatres, LIDO IMAX on 16th April at 11pm.

Registration for the event opened on 8th April, at 12:17pm on www.shaw.sg/IMAX/StarWarsTFA and the response was overwhelming. Tickets to the event were snapped up within 20 minutes. 421 fans attending the event will be treated to exclusive Star Wars premiums; and the live streaming of the Star Wars: The Force Awakens Panel hosted by J.J. Abrams and Kathleen Kennedy with special guests.

Star Wars Celebration is a fan event celebrating the Star Wars saga. Held in Anaheim, California this year, the celebrations will be from 16th to 19th April with an expected turnout of over 150,000 fans from all over the world. A series of panels, exhibitions and autographing sessions will be conducted throughout the 4 day event, and the event will feature cast and crew from across the Star Wars saga; including J.J. Abrams, Mark Hamill, Carrie Fisher, Kathleen Kennedy and more. For more information on Star Wars Celebration, visit www.Facebook.com/StarWars

Registration has been closed on the Shaw Theatres website. Fans who did not manage to get tickets to the fan event can look out for other upcoming Star Wars events in Singapore. In line with Star Wars Day on May the 4th, more Star Wars events in Singapore will be announced at a later date. Stay tuned for more details.

STAR WARS NOW AVAILABLE ON iTUNES

For the first time ever, the empire has descended onto the digital platform in the galaxy – or at least here on Earth. The entire Star Wars Digital Movie Collection is now available for pre-order on iTunes Singapore, Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia and the Philippines. All six epic films will be fully released for purchase as a complete digital movie collection and individually. Viewers and fans alike will be able to enjoy the Star Wars Saga on their favourite devices anywhere on Star Wars Day – May the 4th.

Enhancing the movie collection are a host of never-before-seen special features including Star Wars: Discoveries from Inside and insightful Conversations between key contributors from across this celebrated film franchise, plus a curated collection of classic Star Wars extras from each film.

Don’t miss the most iconic movie collection of all time as it becomes available on Digital HD. Own the Force on May the 4th!

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Star Wars: The Force Awakens Celebration Global Fan Event in Singapore

COME CELEBRATE WITH THE STAR WARS COMMUNITY! STAR WARS CELEBRATION—THE ULTIMATE STAR WARS FAN EXPERIENCE—KICKS OFF IN ANAHEIM, CALIF. ON APRIL 16 AT 10 A.M. PST

“STAR WARS: THE FORCE AWAKENS” PANEL HOSTED BY J.J. ABRAMS AND KATHLEEN KENNEDY WITH SPECIAL GUESTS TO SIMULCAST IN SELECT INTERNATIONAL CINEMAS

Fans outside the U.S. unable to attend Star Wars Celebration in Anaheim are invited to local events taking place in 35 cinemas across 23 countries, including 6 IMAX locations.

All attendees of the Star Wars: The Force Awakens Global Fan Events will be treated to exclusive collectibles

WHAT: Star Wars: The Force Awakens Celebration Global Fan Event in Singapore

WHEN: Thursday, April 16, Late Night

WHERE: Shaw Theatres LIDO IMAX, Shaw House Level 5, 350 Orchard Road

TICKETS: Seating is limited. To find out how you can win a chance to get a ticket to the Star Wars: The Force Awakens Global Fan Event in Singapore, go to: www.shaw.sg/IMAX/StarWarsTFA

FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT STAR WARS CELEBRATION VISIT: www.Facebook.com/StarWars