“Cars” cast member interviewed

KOTV in Tulsa interviewed author Michael Wallis, who supplied the voice of the Sheriff in the upcoming Pixar film "Cars," co-wrote "The Art of Cars" book about the making of the film, and was a technical adviser for the movie. Wallis said: "This was a tremendous opportunity. Because I'm telling you this, the Pixar crew, … Continue reading “Cars” cast member interviewed

Time magazine takes a look at “Cars”

Richard Corliss of Time magazine had a chance to see Pixar's "Cars" and interview director John Lasseter. I think Corliss liked the film:  Existing both in turbo-charged today and the gentler '50s, straddling the realms of Pixar styling and old Disney heart, this new-model Cars is an instant classic. Also, for those wishing that Lasseter … Continue reading Time magazine takes a look at “Cars”

“Cars” characters have their own iTunes playlists

The Upcoming Pixar site reports that the iTunes Music Store is preselling the "Cars" movie soundtrack for $9.99, with an expected release date of June 6 -- three days before the film opens wide. ITunes is already selling Rascal Flatts' version of "Life is a Highway" for 99 cents. Podcasts are available. But what I … Continue reading “Cars” characters have their own iTunes playlists

John Travolta movie being shot on Route 66

The Alibi, an alternative newspaper in Albuquerque, has paparazzi photos from the film production of a biker comedy, "Wild Hogs," which stars John Travolta and is being shot on the city's Central Avenue, aka Route 66.  According to IMDB, the movie also stars Tim Allen, William H. Macy and Martin Lawrence. Here's the plot summary: … Continue reading John Travolta movie being shot on Route 66

Photos from Pixar’s Route 66 trip

The Upcoming Pixar site came up with a nice scoop today. Kinoo from a French site, Pixar's Room, has photos from when the Pixar crew was doing research on Route 66 for its upcoming "Cars" film a few years ago. On the site, you can see: Pixar's Joe Ranft getting a haircut from Route 66 … Continue reading Photos from Pixar’s Route 66 trip

New “Cars” trailer

Yahoo! Movies has it. CanMag says this about it: The second trailer for Cars reminds me a whole lot of the first, but this time Disney is willing to show off a bit more of the other characters we can expect to see in the movie. And, like the two previous trailers, the latest preview … Continue reading New “Cars” trailer

McDonald’s announces “Cars” tie-in

A news release Wednesday by McDonald's announced that the fast-food chain would offer a collection of eight "highly detailed cars" from the Pixar "Cars" movie in kids' meals beginning June 9, the date of the film's wide release. The toys will be offered in Happy Meals until July 6.

Holy hot pistons!

Check out this news release that came over: BURBANK, Calif., May 9 /PRNewswire/ -- The World Premiere of Disney/Pixar's exciting new computer-animated feature, "CARS," on Friday, May 26th at Lowe's Motor Speedway at Charlotte, (N.C.) is a complete sell-out nearly one month before the event, with more than 30,000 fans racing to buy tickets, it … Continue reading Holy hot pistons!

Route 66 Magazine’s “Cars” cover revealed

Bob Moore, executive editor of Route 66 Magazine, revealed today the cover of its summer issue, which includes behind-the-scenes story of the making of Pixar's "Cars" and an interview with director John Lasseter. Nice touch of placing Guido where the "O" should be in the masthead. A photo of Lasseter at Cadillac Ranch in Amarillo … Continue reading Route 66 Magazine’s “Cars” cover revealed

Blogger sees “Cars,” expresses concern

Tallglassofmilk with the Drink This blog saw a screening of Pixar's "Cars" movie a few days ago. He proclaimed it as "fantastic," but expressed this concern: A must-see for NASCAR fans and anyone who appreciates American nostalgia -- or life before freeways.  But, as fabulous as it is, I'm not sure this one will be … Continue reading Blogger sees “Cars,” expresses concern