THE #1 ANIMATED FILM OF THE
YEAR!
Debuts November 13, 2012 on Blu-ray™ Combo Pack
Featuring Hours of Exciting All-New Bonus Material Including
the Never-Seen-Before Animated Short “The Legend of Mor’du”
Burbank, Calif.,
August 22, 2012 -- Disney•Pixar proudly announces the Blu-ray™ hi-def
debut of “Brave,” the year’s #1 animated movie and Pixar Animation Studio’s 13th
consecutive hit, on November 13, 2012.
A breathtaking adventure that has entertained audiences of all ages, the stunning Blu-ray release of “Brave” includes hours of all-new bonus material, extraordinary
behind the scenes features, extended and deleted scenes, a mysterious and
exciting, new short film, ‘The Legend of Mor’du,” and much more.
An original and thrilling journey set
in the ancient and magical Highlands of Scotland, “Brave” follows the heroic
journey of the headstrong, young adventurer Merida. Determined to carve her own path in life,
Merida confronts tradition and defies an age-old custom that
inadvertently unleashes chaos, and forces her to discover the true meaning of
bravery. The 5-Disc Ultimate Collector’s
Edition (1 Blu-ray 3D + 2 Blu-ray Discs + 1 DVD + 1 Digital Copy) has something
for everyone – from the home entertainment enthusiast who demands the highest
quality, state-of-the-art technology offerings, to the family who enjoys the
interactive and engaging bonus features that only Blu-ray can provide – making
this unique and beautiful film a “must add” to any home media collection.
The
exciting home entertainment debut of “Brave” will be available in multiple
ways, containing exciting all-new bonus features that extend the breathtaking
movie experience.
I.
ULTIMATE COLLECTOR’S EDITON: 5-DISC COMBO PACK
(BD 3D + BD Feature + BD Supplemental Material
+ DVD + DIGITAL COPY)
BLU-RAY
- DISC 1 INCLUDES:
·
“La Luna” Theatrical Short – Fans will love this charming short that accompanied
the film in theatres. It follows a young
boy on his first night working the family business alongside his father andgrandfather.
·
“The Legend of Mor’du” Short – This rousing new bonus short film will give
fans the chance to delve deeper into the legend behind Mordu, as told by the
eccentric witch who transformed him.
·
Brave Old World – Fans will watch as members of the “Brave”
production team investigate Scotland, exploring its land, culture, people and
dialects. The research they gathered was brought thrillingly to life in thefilm. Also, fans will hear what actress
Emma Thompson (voice of Queen Elinor) thinks of Pixar’s take on her homeland.
·
Merida & Elinor – With the creation of Merida and Elinor, the Pixar
filmmakers delved deep into the relationship between mother and daughter.
Highlighting contrasts in character design, clothing, animation, voicing, even
hairstyle, watch how the filmmakers explored this most important of
relationships.
·
Bears – Take a look inside the art and design behind the bears in “Brave.”
Each of the bears, gentle Mum-Bear and terrifying Mor’du, demanded a different
approach to creating their physical appearance and personality.
·
Brawl in the Hall – A fascinating and hilarious inside look at
the process of creating “Brave’s” fighting Scots, through animation, crowd
simulation and fight choreography – not to mention a room full of grunting men
whose vocal chortles added authenticity to the raucous scene.
·
Wonder Moss – Fans will explore how “Brave’s” technical artists examined the
real Scottish countryside and studied the laws of nature, then turned
thesefindings into computer codes that would blanket Merida’s Scotland
in lush moss,
lichen and bracken.
·
Magic –The magic and mystery of
Scotland is revealed to fans in this charming feature about the legends
– from mystical potions to the will-o’-the-wisps – seen in “Brave.”
·
Clan Pixar – At Pixar, getting into character is a team effort. From making Haggis
to Kilt Fridays to celebrating the Scottish poet Robert Burns, fans will see
how the “Brave” production crew truly embraced Scottish themes and customs
fueled the Pixar crew throughout the creation of “Brave.”
·
Once Upon A Scene – A closer look at the evolution of the
storylines throughout the production of the film, including alternative
openings to the film and many deleted scenes.
·
Extended Scenes – Three separate scenes are highlighted in
their extended form. Director Mark Andrews discusses the decision making
process that led to the shortened versions of these scenes.
·
Director Commentary
BLU-RAY
DISC 2 INCLUDES:
·
“Fergus & Mor’du” An Alternate Opening – Once upon a time, “Brave” had a different opening
scene. Eventually cut from the film, fans can see it in its entirety in this
bonus feature narrated by the film’s director Mark Andrews.
·
Fallen Warriors Montage
– A selection of deleted shots that were cut
from the film late in production are presented to fans in various stages
ofcompletion through a video montage narrated by director Mark Andrews.
·
Dirty Hairy People – Fans will enjoy this uproarious bonus
feature discussing the development of “Brave’s” Scots – including the design of
their hair, attire, and dirt-crusted physiques.
·
It is English…Sort Of – This bonus feature helps fans interpret some
of the more Scottish lines in the film, thanks to the real Scottish actors who
play the key characters and contributed their own dialects and sayings.
·
Angus – A look at Merida’s most trusted companion, Angus, a mighty Clydesdale.
·
The Tapestry – Fans will learn the story behind this embroidered
emblem of family unity, which was lovingly crafted by “Brave’s” team of
artists.
·
Promotional Pieces – This bonus includes promotional clips for “Brave,”
including: “Feast Yer Eyes,” “Relics,” “Clan DunBroch,” “Launch,”
and more.
·
Art Gallery – A selection of breathtaking art from the creation of the film,
showcasing characters, sets, scenes and stunning landscapes.
·
Wee Gaffes – A video montage of simulation, animation and shot bloopers.
·
Renaissance Animation Man – Get a look at Director Mark Andrews’ love
of Scotland, sword-fighting, music and more!
·
Teasers and Sneak Peeks
BLU-RAY
3D DISC INCLUDES:
·
“La Luna” Theatrical Short
DVD
Includes:
·
“La Luna” Theatrical Short
·
“The Legend of Mordu” All-New Short
·
Director Commentary
II.
COLLECTOR’S
EDITION: 3-DISC BLU-RAY COMBO PACK
(BD Feature + BD
Supplemental Material + DVD)
III.
1-DISC
DVD
Street
Date: November
13, 2012
