"THE HELP" SURPASSES US$100M AT THE US DOMESTIC BOX OFFICE

DreamWorks Pictures announced that its inspiring film "The Help" has surpassed the US$100 million mark at the U.S. domestic box office. "The Help," directed and written for the screen by Tate Taylor, is based on the New York Times best-selling novel by Kathryn Stockett.

Ever since opening in the U.S. on 10th August, "The Help" has been a strong contender for the top spot on the domestic box office chart and has resonated with audiences around the country, sparking conversation and comments across all media platforms from such notables as Oprah, Scott Fujita, Tyler Perry, Russell Simmons,
Katy Perry, Diane Sawyer, Jason Whitlock, Jackie Jackson and others.

Commenting on the widespread popularity of the film, Director Tate Taylor says, "We never imagined this film, which began its journey inspired by the enthusiasm of a small group of Mississippi friends, would ever even get made. Now to have it seen and embraced by so many people is just beyond our wildest dreams."

Adds Dave Hollis, Executive Vice President, Motion Picture Sales & Distribution, Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures, "This achievement is a testament to an amazing ensemble cast and a wonderfully told story that has played well to men and women, young and old, resonating in a cross-section of all theaters be they urban, upscale or heartland. The viral power of word-of-mouth has us hopeful that we'll continue to see 'The Help' exposed to as broad an audience as possible in the coming months.

"The Help" opens 20th October 2011 in Singapore and is distributed by Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures.