Media release – Paramount Pictures
This December, Wellington will once again play host to some of Hollywood’s biggest names at the premiere of Peter Jackson’s latest film The Lovely Bones.

The film, which releases in New Zealand cinemas on December 26th, will have its New Zealand Premiere on Monday 14th December at Wellington’s renowned Embassy Theatre.

In addition to Writer/Producer/Director Peter Jackson, also expected on the red carpet are some of the film’s stars including Saoirse Ronan, Susan Sarandon, Rose McIver and Carolyn Dando.

Paramount Pictures New Zealand Managing Director Peter Garner commented: “We are thrilled to welcome the cast of The Lovely Bones to Wellington; the home of film in New Zealand. The Lovely Bones is anticipated to be one of the finest films to be released in recent years and the attendance of high profile cast members only goes to show their faith in this landmark film.

“Peter Jackson is a visionary director and always draws the finest performances from his cast. We are very excited for the public of New Zealand to see this amazing film.”

The Lovely Bones is based on the bestselling novel of the same by Alice Sebold and was adapted for the screen by Peter Jackson and long-time writing partners Fran Walsh and Philipa Boyens.

The film stars Academy Award ® Nominee Mark Wahlberg, Academy Award® Winner Rachel Weisz, Academy Award® Winner Susan Sarandon, Stanley Tucci, Michael Imperioli and Academy Award® Nominee Saoirse Ronan as well as New Zealand actresses Rose McIver and Carolyn Dando.

Fans will have the opportunity to see the stars and collect autographs on the red carpet.

Media release – Wellington City Council
Mayor Kerry Prendergast said she was delighted with the news that the New Zealand premiere of Peter Jackson’s film The Lovely Bones will be held in Wellington on 14 December.

“It’s fantastic news. Wellington does these things so well, as we know from the success of the Lord of the Rings and King Kong premieres. When we roll out the red carpet, we know it’s going to be an occasion to remember,” Mayor Prendergast said.

“This is a great way to celebrate the achievements of Peter Jackson, who has done so much for this city, and I know Wellingtonians will turn out to cheer him on.

“It has been four years since King Kong, our last big premiere, so I know there will be a real buzz about this. It will be a fantastic showcase for Wellington.”

Mayor Prendergast said she was disappointed she would not be able to attend the premiere because she will be at the United Nations climate change conference in Copenhagen.

“I know Wellington will do Peter proud. I think we can guarantee him, his stars and everyone on the red carpet a never-to-be forgotten Wellington experience.”

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