AutoWeek magazine is giving "the inside track" of its May 29 issue to the upcoming Pixar movie, "Cars." According to the news release: " ... This is the complete insider's guide that car guys must have before they take their kids and grandkids to see this epic animated family-friendly motion picture. We received access to … Continue reading AutoWeek magazine to feature “Cars” movie
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A closer look at Fillmore’s bumper stickers
So what bumper stickers are plastered all over Fillmore, the hippie VW van portrayed by George Carlin in the upcoming Pixar movie, "Cars"? With the help of Red Fork Hippie Chick and a magnifying glass, we discerned at least 75 bumper stickers on Fillmore from an illustration in "The Art of Cars" book and … Continue reading A closer look at Fillmore’s bumper stickers
New Sheriff in town
Red Fork Hippie Chick here, dashing off a quick report on the latest Cars schwag to hit the shelves. I bought my first Sheriff of Radiator Springs toy today -- a cute little Hot Wheels-type diecast. I also picked up a Fillmore; a Sally the Porsche; cups featuring Lightning McQueen, Mater, and Doc Hudson; a … Continue reading New Sheriff in town
“RV” movie contains a brief Route 66 connection
According to film reviewer Brent Simon of Now Playing magazine, the new Robin Williams comedy "R.V." has a brief Mother Road reference: In the end, too, after the secret of Bob’s meeting comes out, a moralistic ending gives way to a cast karaoke version of “(Get Your Kicks on) Route 66,” a la the Farrelly … Continue reading “RV” movie contains a brief Route 66 connection
A new interview with Pixar’s John Lasseter
Jonathon Moran of Seven.com.au in Australia sat down and talked with Pixar director John Lasseter about the studio's upcoming "Cars" movie, which is based on Route 66. Lasseter says "Cars" is "the most complex film we have ever made." Lasseter also said his trips on Route 66 also greatly influenced the film's look. ... The … Continue reading A new interview with Pixar’s John Lasseter
Details on the “Cars” movie soundtrack
MonstersandCritics.com has the dibs on what music will be on the upcoming "Cars" soundtrack. We've previously given a few details about who's performing on it, including score composer Randy Newman, James Taylor and Sheryl Crow. Below is the full track listing: "Real Gone," Sheryl Crow "Route 66," Chuck Berry "Life Is a Highway," Rascal Flatts … Continue reading Details on the “Cars” movie soundtrack
OKC theater may be renovated
I received an e-mail from the Uptown Development Group in Oklahoma City, which seeks to renovate property that includes the old Tower Theater at 425 NW 23rd, an alignment of Route 66. The group, which bought the property in February, seeks assistance from the Oklahoma Historical Society and the Route 66 Corridor Preservation Program in … Continue reading OKC theater may be renovated
Sale of several “Cars” toys only days away
While surfing at the eToys site, I noticed that some key toys from the Pixar "Cars" movie are going on sale April 28. There's the Radiator Springs Curio Shop: There's Luigi's Blowout: And Ramone's House of Body Art, which strongly resembles the U-Drop Inn in Shamrock, Texas. The Hot Wheels Flo's V8 … Continue reading Sale of several “Cars” toys only days away
Governor wants Tucumcari to be a film site
New Mexico Gov. Bill Richardson spoke on a variety of issues during a town-hall meeting in Tucumcari on Monday, according to a report in the Clovis News-Journal. Richardson mentioned this during discussions about Mesalands Community College programs: Richardson suggested Barry add another curriculum to the college — film. Richardson has been actively courting the film … Continue reading Governor wants Tucumcari to be a film site
Cars toys hit the shelves in Tulsa
The first Cars toys have hit the shelves here in Tulsa. Pictured above are the Doc Hudson lollipop case (what a great idea -- convenient storage for those moments when you don't have time to get all the way to the center of your Tootsie Roll pop in one sitting) and the Lightning McQueen and … Continue reading Cars toys hit the shelves in Tulsa