Ray Bradbury's CHRYSALIS

TOY MASTERS documentary preview premieres at San Diego Comic Con 2011

2011-07-25T17:29:00.000-07:00

TOY MASTERS, the new documentary feature film from Urban Archipelago was previewed at San Diego Comic Con on Friday night in front of a roaring crowd of fans in Hall H. The film chronicles the rise and fall of MASTERS OF THE UNIVERSE, the billion dollar toy and entertainment franchise. The exclusive 11 minute preview from Comic Con is now available online at the film's official site and also on facebook.

The film is produced and directed by Roger Lay, Jr (RAY ROMANO'S 95 MILES TO GO, CHRYSALIS) and features interviews with some of the key personnel responsible for every incarnation of the toys, animated shows, comic books, film, and live events. Visit the film's official site for more details.

CHRYSALIS: Now Available on the Playstation Network...

2010-11-01T22:39:00.000-07:00

Ray Bradbury's Chrysalis is now available for rent and purchase on the Sony Playstation Network. PS3 owners can now watch the film through the popular online gaming and digital media delivery service from Sony Computer Entertainment. The PS3 Network is one of the fastest growing digital media services in the world with over 50 million registered PlayStation Network accounts worldwide. Ray Bradbury's Chrysalis was the recipient of the Best Feature Award at the International Horror and Science Fiction Film Festival and is also available on DVD from E1 Entertainment.

CHRYSALIS Event at Hollywood Xpo in Universal City...

2010-10-11T22:21:00.000-07:00

From Page to Screen: Making Ray Bradbury's Chrysalis:

Producer Roger Lay, Jr., composer Brandon Moore, and the cast of Ray Bradbury's Chrysalis join the line up of guests for the 2010 edition of Hollywood Xpo at Universal City on Saturday October 16.

Take an inside look at the making of the latest feature film based on the works of internationally acclaimed author Ray Bradbury. Originally published more than 60 years ago in the pages of the pulp classic magazine, Amazing Stories, and in Bradbury's classic anthology S is for Space -- Chrysalis now makes it to the screen in this feature film adaptation from Urban Archipelago Films.

The panel will be moderated by New York Times Best Selling Author Marc Scott Zicree ( The Twilight Zone Companion, Magic Time). Cast and crew will be on hand to sign DVDs, CD soundtracks, and limited edition posters of the film immediately after the panel.

For more details and ticket info visit the official Hollywood Xpo site.

Ray Bradbury's Chrysalis at Hollywood Xpo

Saturday October 16 / 3:15 P.M.

Universal Studios Hilton

CHRYSALIS DVD signing at Los Angeles Comic Book and Sci-Fi Convention

2010-09-17T21:15:00.001-07:00

CHRYSALIS cast and crew members will be signing the recently released DVD as well as the officials soundtrack album, and Posters on Sunday September 19 at the Shrine Auditorium as part of the Los Angeles Comic Book and Science Fiction Convention. Visit the convention's official site for more details.

2010 Edition of The New Ray Bradbury Review Ships Sept 30

2010-08-31T14:36:00.000-07:00

The 2010 edition of The New Ray Bradbury Review from Kent State Press is set for release on September 30th. This new edition gives readers a look at the process of adapting Bradbury stories to film. The book features insightful essays by Jon Eller and Producer Roger Lay Jr, who chronicles the making of A Piece of Wood and Chrysalis. It also includes a fragment of Bradbury's "lost" screenplay for The Chrysalis as well as conceptual art and photos from the Urban Archipelago Films production of Ray Bradbury's Chrysalis. You can pre-order your copy now from Amazon.

Inside Pulse takes a look at CHRYSALIS on DVD...

2010-08-24T21:40:00.001-07:00

Head on over to Inside Pulse Movies for an in depth review of the newly released CHRYSALIS DVD from E1 Entertainment, Lightning Media, and Urban Archipelago Films. Reviewer Joe Corey shares his thoughts on the film and the multiple special features.

A Conversation With Producer Roger Lay, Jr. on Slice of Sci-Fi...

2010-08-01T23:04:00.000-07:00

Tune in to the this week's episode of Slice of Sci-Fi on Sirius and XM Digital Satellite Radio for a conversation with Producer Roger Lay, Jr -- who discusses his work on "Ray Bradbury's Chrysalis" and the upcoming Documentary Film "Toy Masters". You can also visit their official site to listen to the show right now.

CHRYSALIS DVD Signing at Dark Delicacies...(Updated 8/1/10)

2010-07-26T16:04:00.000-07:00

	July 31 · 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Location	Dark Delicacies, Burbank 3512 W. Magnolia Burbank, CA

	Be one of the first to own Ray Bradbury's Chrysalis and get your DVD, Poster, and Soundtrack signed by the cast and filmmakers.

Thanks to all the fans who joined us for this event!

Now Available on DVD...

2010-07-26T14:45:00.000-07:00

RAY BRADBURY'S CHRYSALIS is now available on DVD. The Award Winning film from Ray Bradbury and Urban Archipelago Films comes loaded with special features including:

- Audio Commentary with Author Ray Bradbury and Producer Roger Lay, Jr.

- Multi-Part Behind the Scenes Documentary: Pt 1 - The Story, Pt 2 - Characters, Pt 3 - Production Begins , Pt 4 - Creature Effects, Pt 5 - Shooting on Location, Pt 6 - Music Score, Pt 7 - Release and Publicity -- featuring exclusive San Diego Comic Con footage.

-Dolby Digital 5.1

- Widescreen - Enhanced for 16x9, Mastered in High Definition.

Now available at AMAZON, BEST BUY, WALMART, BARNES & NOBLE, BORDERS, MOVIES UNLIMITTED, TURNER CLASSIC MOVIES, TARGET, and many other retailers nation wide.

San Diego Comic Con 2010 details...

2010-07-17T11:53:00.000-07:00

Fans attending the 2010 edition of San Diego Comic Con will have an opportunity to own RAY BRADBURY'S CHRYSALIS on DVD a week ahead of its nationwide release date. The DVD will be available for sale at the E1 ENTERTAINMENT booth throughout the convention while supplies last. Fans who purchase the film will be eligible to win limited edition CHRYSALIS posters signed by Ray Bradbury. Stop by the E1 ENTERTAINMENT booth for more details and giveaways.

Original Motion Picture Soundtrack now available...

2010-07-12T18:39:00.000-07:00

Brandon Moore's score to RAY BRADBURY'S CHRYSALIS is now available for download on Itunes. The album will also be available on amazon and other retailers in the coming weeks just in time for the film's DVD release on July 27. For more details head on over to the Itunes store or the composer's official site.

First Print Ad...

2010-06-17T13:46:00.001-07:00

E1 Entertainment has begun their marketing campaign for the upcoming DVD release of CHRYSALIS. Here's a look at the first ad to appear in magazines.

Corey Landis Talks "Chrysalis" on Slice of Sci-Fi...

2010-06-13T17:28:00.001-07:00

Tune in to the this week's episode of Slice of Sci-Fi on Sirius and XM Digital Satellite Radio for a conversation with actor Corey Landis who discusses his work on "Ray Bradbury's Chrysalis" and the upcoming SyFy Creature Feature "Dinocroc vs. Supergator". You can also visit their official site to listen to the show right now.

More pre-order options...

2010-04-29T02:20:00.001-07:00

In anticipation of the July 27 DVD release of CHRYSALIS more retailers have started taking pre-orders including Best Buy and Barnes & Noble. Check back in the coming weeks for full details on the DVD's special features.

Pre-orders are up for "Ray Bradbury's Chrysalis"...

2010-04-18T22:48:00.000-07:00

"Ray Bradbury's Chrysalis" streets on DVD July 27, 2010. Most major retailers have begun taking pre-orders including Amazon, Walmart, and Movies Unlimited. You can pre order at up to 37% off the retail price from some retailers if you act soon. Check back soon for more including details on our promotional events at San Diego Comic Con and other conventions in taking place in the coming months.

Ray Bradbury's Chrysalis arrives on DVD July 27, 2010...

2010-03-08T17:09:00.000-08:00

E1 Entertainment has acquired Urban Archipelago Films' production of RAY BRADBURY'S CHRYSALIS for DVD distribution. The film will make its debut on the DVD format on July 27, 2010. The feature film adaptation of the internationally acclaimed author's short story was the recipient of the Best Sci-Fi Feature Award at the International Horror and Science Fiction Film Festival. Other recent and upcoming genre releases from E-1 Entertainment include William Shatner's GROOM LAKE, THE HAUNTED AIRMAN starring Robert Pattison (TWILIGHT), and the SyFy Channel hit series SANCTUARY starring Amanda Tapping (STARGATE SG-1).
The deal for CHRYSALIS was brokered through Lightning Media, which holds domestic distribution rights for the film. Lightning has also made the film available ON DEMAND through major digital cable providers including Time Warner Cable, Charter, and Brighthouse. RAY BRADBURY'S CHRYSALIS was produced by Roger Lay, Jr. and features special make up and creature effects by Emmy Award winning FX artist Lee Romaire (SIX FEET UNDER, BUFFY: THE VAMPIRE SLAYER, WAR OF THE WORLDS).

E1 Entertainment (formerly Koch Entertainment) is a leading independent entertainment content owner that acquires film, television and music rights and exploits these rights in all media in more than 190 countries, with offices in New York, Nashville,The Netherlands, United Kingdom, Montreal and Toronto. E1 is the largest independent music, television and film distributor in North America, and is distributed by the Universal Music Group in Europe and in Asia under the name E1 Universal. For over twenty years the company operated under the name Koch Entertainment, and was renamed E1 Entertainment on January 22, 2009.

Urban Archipelago Films has been responsible for the production of varied commercials, music videos, feature films, and special content for DVD and the web. Some of their most recent projects include the film adaptation of Ray Bradbury's A PIECE OF WOOD and ThinkFilm's 95 MILES TO GO starring Ray Romano, which is currently playing on the HBO and Cinemax networks. RAY BRADBURY'S CHRYSALIS is the company's second collaboration with the internationally acclaimed author.

Lightning Media selectively targets and acquires distribution rights to commercially driven films and programs to exploit through theatrical distribution, DVD, television, cable, internet, VOD, PPV, electronic sell-thru and emerging digital platforms in the United States, Canada, The United Kingdom and Australia.

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Los Angeles Screening and Panel during LosCon 36...

2009-11-16T20:14:00.001-08:00

RAY BRADBURY'S CHRYSALIS is coming to LosCon 36 - The Los Angeles Science Fiction / Fantasy Convention: November 27-29. Join the filmmakers and cast members for a special panel and Q&A session to celebrate the film's On Demand domestic release. Stay tuned for more details in the coming days...

"Chrysalis" Cable Television Premiere: November 17, 2009

2009-11-08T14:25:00.000-08:00

Lightning Entertainment has picked up Urban Archipelago Films' production of Ray Bradbury’s Chrysalis for domestic distribution. The film premieres November 17, 2009, via On Demand through the Time Warner, Charter, and Bright House digital cable providers. Additional dates for multiple other providers and digital satellite services will be announced shortly.

"Chrysalis" Brazilian Premiere during Cinefantasy 2009...

2009-08-26T16:39:00.000-07:00

The 2009 edition of Brazil's CineFantasy Film Festival will host the Brazilian Premiere of "Ray Bradbury's Chrysalis" in November. The event will be taking place in São Paulo, during the week of November 6-15. Check back in the coming weeks for more details and make sure to visit CineFantasy's official site.

Ray Bradbury's 89th Birthday Celebration

2009-08-22T20:07:00.001-07:00

Chrysalis and A Piece of Wood back to back at Fencon 2009...

2009-08-11T20:57:00.000-07:00

The 2009 Fencon Science Fiction Weekend in Dallas, Texas will be hosting a special Ray Bradbury double feature with A PIECE OF WOOD and CHRYSALIS playing back to back. The films will begin at 12 Noon on Saturday September 19. Fans in attendance will also receive some exclusive giveaways including limited edition posters.
For the complete schedule and more details visit the fencon official site.

Scoring Chrysalis...

2009-08-02T23:44:00.000-07:00

Composer Brandon Moore discusses his work on Ray Bradbury's Chrysalis in an exclusive behind the scenes featurette on his official site. Follow the link to view now.

Chrysalis screening in Dallas during FenCon 2009...

2009-07-26T18:56:00.001-07:00

Ray Bradbury's Chrysalis has joined the line up of films screening at the 2009 edition of the FenCon science fiction weekend in Dallas, Texas.
The event will be taking place from September 18 to the 20th.
Check back soon for more details. For screening times visit the official site for the event.

More from Comic-Con 2009 and release details for CHRYSALIS...

2009-07-23T15:22:00.001-07:00

Quiet earth has the latest details on Ray Bradbury's Chrysalis check them out now.

Ray Bradbury's Chrysalis @ Comic Con 2009

2009-07-12T12:22:00.000-07:00

Join legendary fantasy and science-fiction writer Ray Bradbury on Saturday July 25th for a special hour as he discusses his latest projects, including all the latest details on Chrysalis' domestic and international release dates. Fans in attendance can also sign up for our exclusive Chrysalis prize giveaway for a chance to win DVD's, posters, and books personally signed by the beloved author.

San Diego Convention Center - Saturday July 25th

3:30 P.M. / Room 6BCF

Get the latest updates on twitter...

2009-07-08T18:38:00.000-07:00

Sign up for the latest Chrysalis updates via twitter and be one of the first to get details on our Comic-Con 2009 sweepstakes plus much more.

International Poster revealed...

2009-05-30T17:13:00.001-07:00

The new poster for "Ray Bradbury's Chrysalis" made its debut at the Cannes Film Market last week. The film has been picked up for international sales by Arsenal Pictures.

International release dates should be announced shortly. Above is a first look at the new poster for international territories.

Moviemaker Magazine's Sci-Fi Film Festivals Spotlight

2009-03-16T00:13:00.000-07:00

Read about Ray Bradbury's Chrysalis' recent win for Best Feature Film at the International Horror & Science Fiction Film festival in the latest issue of Moviemaker Magazine.

Issue 79 is now available in newsstands with a special report on the multiple film festivals and screenplay competitions dedicated to the Science Fiction Genre.

Phoenix Comic Con Double Feature...

2009-01-22T17:31:00.000-08:00

Catch a Ray Bradbury double feature at this year's Phoenix Comic Con with A PIECE OF WOOD, followed by CHRYSALIS on Sunday January 25th. For tickets visit the event's official site.

Boston Science Fiction Film Festival 2009

2009-01-16T12:26:00.000-08:00

Ray Bradbury's Chrysalis is coming to the 34th annual
Boston Sci-Fi Film Festival this February.
For more details and to purchase tickets visit their official site.

Making Chrysalis: Part 1

2008-12-21T11:33:00.001-08:00

Watch Part one of the Making Chrysalis webdocs detailing the development and production of the upcoming film based on Ray Bradbury's classic story.

Chrysalis preview screening in Italy...

2008-11-04T12:28:00.001-08:00

The 2008 edition of Italy's Science + Fiction Film Festival will be hosting a special preview screening of "Ray Bradbury's Chrysalis" on Friday November 14th.
For more details or to purchase tickets visit the festival's official site.

Chrysalis wins best feature award

2008-11-02T14:46:00.000-08:00

Ray Bradbury's Chrysalis won the award
for best Science Fiction feature film at the 2008
International Horror and Sci-Fi film festival in Phoenix.

For more details as well as a list of all
the winners visit the event's official site.

Chrysalis in Wired Magazine

2008-10-17T12:57:00.000-07:00

The November issue of Wired Magazine features a look at upcoming Post-Apocalyptic films including Ray Bradbury's Chrysalis.
Pick up the magazine at your local newsstand starting this week.

Upcoming Screening Dates...

2008-09-17T16:57:00.000-07:00

"Ray Bradbury's CHRYSALIS" will begin its run on the film festival circuit on October 3rd in Los Angeles during the 2008 edition of Shriekfest - The Los Angeles Horror and Sci-Fi Film Festival.
"CHRYSALIS" has been chosen to be the opening night film.

For more details and to purchase tickets visit: www.shriekfest.com

Also in October catch "CHRYSALIS" at the International Horror and Science Fiction Film Festival in Phoenix, Arizona starting October 23rd.

For tickets and showtimes visit: http://www.horrorscifi.com

Stay tuned for more screening dates including international showings in the coming weeks.

Adventures in Sci-Fi Publishing features CHRYSALIS

2008-08-29T13:45:00.000-07:00

Catch another interview with the Chrysalis filmmakers direct from Comic Con in the latest episode of Adventures in Sci-Fi Publishing hosted by Shaun Ferrell:

http://www.adventuresinscifipublishing.com/2008/08/aisfp-61/

Comic Con Video - Now Online

2008-08-15T10:47:00.000-07:00

Ray Bradbury and the filmmakers discuss the making of CHRYSALIS during the 2008 edition of San Diego Comic Con:

Online Videos by Veoh.com

Comic Con 2008 Picture Gallery

2008-07-28T16:41:00.000-07:00

Head on over to myspace.com/chrysalismovie for an exclusive gallery featuring stills from this Saturday's Panel at Comic Con 2008.

Also check out the Comic Con trailer for Chrysalis at www.chrysalismovie.net
Check back later for video highlights from the Comic Con Panel as well as interviews with the filmmakers.

Comic Con 2008 Details

2008-07-24T17:12:00.000-07:00

Legendary science fiction and fantasy author Ray Bradbury has been a
perennial guest at Comic-Con since the first show in 1970.
This year he talks with interviewer Arnold Kunert about his career and what's up next.
Joining them will be filmmakers Roger Lay, Jr and Cheyenne Pesko
as they preview Urban Archipelago Film's upcoming feature film
adaptation of CHRYSALIS.
Fans in attendance will get a first look at the new trailer for the film.

New Trailer Premiere...

2008-07-24T17:06:00.000-07:00

On Saturday July 26th Ray Bradbury will be making a special appearance at the 2008 edition of San Diego Comic Con.

Fans in attendance will be the first to see the new trailer for Urban Archipelago Films' feature length adaptation for Ray Bradbury's CHRYSALIS.

Immediately after the Comic Con presentation the new official site for the film will go live with exclusive Bradbury content including a series of web docs chronicling the film's production.

Fans can also catch exclusive interviews with the cast and filmmakers directly from Comic Con via Slice of Sci-Fi airing throughout the weekend on XM Satellite radio and available online at www.sliceofscifi.com

The countdown to Comic Con 2008 has begun at www.chrysalismovie.net

Also join the fan community at www.myspace.com/chrysalismovie

POST Magazine profiles Chrysalis...

2008-07-24T17:02:00.000-07:00

The June 2008 issue of Post Magazine, the leading journal on Film and Television Post Production techniques, profiles the High Definition workflow for Ray Bradbury's CHRYSALIS, featuring Panasonic's P2 HD Technology and Black Magic Design's Decklink HD Acceleration Cards.

For the full case study visit:

http://www.blackmagic-design.com/casestudies/chrysalis/

Post Magazine Online transcript:

http://findarticles.com/p/articles/mi_m0HNN/is_6_23/ai_n27878796?tag=content;col1

Ray Bradbury's A PIECE OF WOOD

2008-07-24T16:58:00.000-07:00

Can't wait for CHRYSALIS? Watch the short film adaptation of Ray Bradbury's A PIECE OF WOOD also from Urban Archipelago Films.

Watch it now exclusively at Jaman Film Network:

http://www.jaman.com/a/movie/Piece-Wood/0A9XRWn19wMQ/

Also available on Digital Cable On Demand via ILUSSION TV:
Check your local cable provider for details.

Exclusive Interviews: Slice of Sci-Fi

2008-07-24T16:49:00.000-07:00

Roger Lay Jr, Glen Vaughan, and Corey Landis recently dropped by XM Satellite Radio's "Slice of Sci-Fi" weekly show.

To hear the podcast versions of their interviews visit:

http://www.sliceofscifi.com/2008/02/23/slice-of-scifi-149/

http://www.sliceofscifi.com/2008/03/01/slice-of-scifi-150/