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Theatrical Releases This section contains details of all the new and forthcoming films from Optimum Releasing which will be distributed in cinemas across the UK.
Our most recent releases can be seen below - simply click for more details on each film - and the full archive of releases can be searched below.
Coming Soon True Legend The Secret of Kells True Legend Release date: 24th September Acclaimed producer Bill Kong (Hero; Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon) and FFI are proud to present True Legend, marking the triumphant return to the director’s chair of Yuen Woo Ping – the legendary fight choreographer behind the most successful martial arts franchises of our time, including The Matrix trilogy, Kill Bill 1 & 2, Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon, Forbidden Kingdom, and Kung Fu Hustle.
With 2 key fight scenes brought to life by 3D technology, China will release the title on the 9th February as a much anticipated event piece for their Chinese New Year on a massive 800 to 1,000 screens, 60% of those in 3D.
The Secret of Kells Release date: 1st October Young Brendan lives in a remote medieval outpost under siege from barbarian raids.
But a new life of adventure beckons when a celebrated master illuminator arrives from foreign lands carrying an ancient but unfinished book, brimming with secret wisdom and powers.
To help complete the magical book, Brendan has to overcome his deepest fears on a dangerous quest that takes him into the enchanted forest where mythical creatures hide.
It is here that he meets the fairy Aisling, a mysterious young wolf-girl, who helps him along the way.
A Town Called Panic Carlos A Town Called Panic Hammer & Tongs present a feature based on the popular puppetoon series ‘Panique au Village’ created by animators Stéphane Aubier and Vincent Patar.
During one of their adventures, Cowboy, Indian and Horse discover a strange and fascinating underwater world.
While there, a conflict with the habitants is solved with the physical and geographical distribution of the two worlds.
Actors:
Benoît Poelvoorde Bruce Ellison Didier Odieu Stéphane Aubier Vincent Patar
Titanic 3D