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THE LONE RANGER is Riding in July 3, 2013-Latest Behind the Scenes Fun and Fan Contest

21 June 2013 by Suzannah Otis Leave a Comment

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From producer Jerry Bruckheimer and director Gore Verbinski, the filmmaking team behind the blockbuster “Pirates of the Caribbean” franchise, comes Disney/Jerry Bruckheimer Films’ “The Lone Ranger,” a thrilling adventure infused with action and humor, in which the famed masked hero is brought to life through new eyes.  Native American warrior Tonto (Johnny Depp) recounts the untold tales that transformed John Reid (Armie Hammer), a man of the law, into a legend of justice—taking the audience on a runaway train of epic surprises and humorous friction as the two unlikely heroes must learn to work together and fight against greed and corruption.

” The Lone Ranger” also stars Tom Wilkinson, William Fichtner, Barry Pepper, James Badge Dale, Ruth Wilson and Helena Bonham Carter.

 

A Disney/Jerry Bruckheimer Films presentation, “The Lone Ranger” is directed by Gore Verbinski and produced by Jerry Bruckheimer and Gore Verbinski, with screen story by Ted Elliott & Terry Rossio and Justin Haythe and screenplay by Justin Haythe and Ted Elliott & Terry Rossio. “The Lone Ranger” releases in U.S. theaters on July 3, 2013. Some fun behind-the scenes videos have been released about the movie and its actors, check them out below:

 

 

Spirit Platform behind the scenes video:

Lone Ranger Spirit Platform

The Lone Ranger himself in Cowboy Bootcamp:

ENTER TO WIN A TRIP – FANS SPOT LIFE-SIZE STATUES OF THE LONE RANGER AND TONTO TRAVELING THE U.S. FOR A CHANCE TO WIN A TRIP TO NEW MEXICO – 

 

In support of Disney/Jerry Bruckheimer Films’ “The Lone Ranger,” releasing in U.S. theaters on July 3, Disney kicked-off of The Lone Ranger Ride for Justice Tour in New York City’s Union Square on June 12th. Life-size statues of the Lone Ranger and Tonto appeared atop an iconic building on 18th Street in Union Square. Fans gathered for a meet-up in Bryant Park and participated in a hunt to find the statues and were given Lone Ranger prizes and screening passes.

The tour continues across the country ending in L.A., just in time for the movie’s opening on July 3rd.  The Lone Ranger and Tonto will be gracing rooftops, mountaintops and famous landmarks along the way, only staying long enough in each city to be discovered by the locals before they continue their ride westward to Orlando, Miami, Atlanta, St. Louis, New Orleans, Denver, Salt Lake City, San Francisco, Hollywood, and Burbank.

Fans who find the Lone Ranger and Tonto are asked to enter at  Disney.com/loneranger/ and to Instagram or Tweet a photo or Tweet the location with the hashtag #LRRideforJustice for a chance to win a trip for two to New Mexico. Follow the films’ social channels to participate in the hunt to find the statues, or to guess their location.  No purchase necessary.  Void Where Prohibited.   Ends 7/8/13 at 11:59:59pm EST. Open to legal residents 13 years or older of U.S. (including D.C.). Restrictions and limitations apply.  Sponsor Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures.  For more information or to enter the sweepstakes visit: Disney.com/loneranger or Facebook.com/TheLoneRanger

“Like” THE LONE RANGER on Facebook: www.facebook.com/theloneranger

“Follow” THE LONE RANGER on Twitter: https://twitter.com/disneypictures

Visit THE LONE RANGER website: www.disney.com/theloneranger

THE LONE RANGER rides into theaters on July 3rd!

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The Lone Ranger Official Trailer and New Images!

4 October 2012 by Suzannah Otis Leave a Comment

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The Lone Ranger official posterAfter sharing the first image of Johnny Depp as Tonto, we now have some more images from the filming of The Lone Ranger, as well as the first official trailer.

For those unaware, this version of The Lone Ranger comes from producer Jerry Bruckheimer and director Gore Verbinski, the filmmaking team behind the blockbuster “Pirates of the Caribbean” franchise. Disney is calling it a thrilling adventure infused with action and humor, in which the famed masked hero is brought to life through new eyes.  Native American spirit warrior Tonto (Johnny Depp) recounts the untold tales that transformed John Reid (Armie Hammer), a man of the law, into a legend of justice—taking the audience on a runaway train of epic surprises and humorous friction as the two unlikely heroes must learn to work together and fight against greed and corruption.

The Lone Ranger also stars Tom Wilkinson, William Fichtner, Barry Pepper, James Badge Dale, Ruth Wilson and Helena Bonham Carter.

 

 

 

 

Official trailer for The Lone Ranger

Johnny Depp in the Lone Ranger

 

Johnny Depp in the Lone Ranger

 

Johnny Depp in the Lone Ranger

“Like” The Lone Ranger on Facebook: Facebook.com/theloneranger

“Follow” The Lone Ranger on Twitter: @loneranger

THE LONE RANGER releases in theaters on July 3, 2013!

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FIRST IMAGE: Johnny Depp as Tonto in The Lone Ranger

8 March 2012 by Suzannah Otis Leave a Comment

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Exciting! Check out this first view of Johnny Depp as Tonto and Armie Hammer as The Lone Ranger – aka John Reid. It will definitely be interesting to see how this film plays out. My initial impression is that Johnny looks like a cross between Brandon Lee in The Crow and Captain Jack Sparrow. Eep. Of course, I have hope, as always, that Disney will do the film justice! The Lone Ranger is set for a May 2013 release.

 

The Lone Ranger
From producer Jerry Bruckheimer and director Gore Verbinski comes Disney/Bruckheimer Films' "The Lone Ranger." Tonto (Johnny Depp), a spirit warrior on a personal quest, joins forces in a fight for justice with John Reid (Armie Hammer), a lawman who has become a masked avenger.

 

 

 

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Edward Scissorhands Lived in My Backyard! Filming Locations

28 June 2011 by Suzannah Otis 42 Comments

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Figuratively speaking of course. Soon after moving to the Wesley Chapel area of Florida (outside Tampa) in 2005, I discovered that the next town over was one of the filming locations for the Tim Burton classic Edward Scissorhands. Google told me that a tiny subdivision in Lutz (pronounced lootz), FL named Carpenter’s Run was where the infamous cookie-cutter neighborhood of the movie was filmed. The small, single-story ranch homes had served as the backdrop for one of my favorite movies of all time, and I could drive to it and see for myself. So I did. [Nine years after this article was first posted, I’ve updated the links and videos.]

Edward Scissorhands house in Lutz
The house as it looked during filming

 

Edward’s Neighborhood

I decided to do some further research and was able to drive through the Carpenter’s Run subdivision and attempt to find Edward’s house. Or Winona Ryder’s, really. Edward’s house, the Gothic castle-like mansion at the end of the street on a hill (a site that would’ve been pretty noticeable in the flat, Florida landscape), was actually just a facade built in a separate location. Keep reading to get to a fun local news story showing the construction of the castle in Dade City. The neighboring town of Land O’ Lakes was also used to gather the plants needed for filming.

Edward Scissorhand's Castle
The Edward Scissorhand’s Castle facade

 

Shopping Plaza and Cast Hotel

More exterior shots, in the shopping center, were filmed in nearby Lakeland, FL and most of those locations are also still intact today. In addition, the Edward Scissorhands cast stayed at the Saddlebrook Resort, a golf and tennis compound which also features condos, townhomes and houses to vacation in or own. Saddlebrook is actually in the town I lived in back when this article was first posted, and just a few miles down the road from where I lived.

Southgate Shopping Center Edward Scissorhands
Southgate Shopping Center in Lakeland, FL, today

Driving through the Carpenter’s Run neighborhood, I couldn’t easily tell which houses were used in the filming. Tim Burton had them all painted pastel like Easter eggs for filming. In order to achieve that cookie-cutter uniformity, Burton even boarded up windows or other architectural details. When filming was complete, all of the houses were returned to their ‘normal’ state. Now 30 years have passed, and I’m sure many neighbors have made their own changes to the homes there. I was able to find out that the family home was actually on the corner of Tinsmith Circle. I never would’ve recognized it without knowing.

Edward Scissorhand House today
The Edward Scissorhand House today…you’d never know

 

I love little back-stories and behind-the-scenes facts like this. Since I live in central Florida, most of the behind-the-scenes facts I write about are Disney-related. I’m not one to get starstruck, but it would be fun knowing Johnny Depp hung out in your house.

In updating this article, I found an Edward Scissorhands filming locations then and now photo set. The videos below also show you the locations first hand. The local news story from Dade City is pretty funny to watch 30 years later. Enjoy!

 

Be sure to check the comments below. You’ll read some more fun first-hand accounts from folks who experienced this filming or have more insight. I hope you enjoyed learning more about Edward Scissorhands filming locations. Has anything been filmed in your back yard?

The rest of Zannaland features Disney content, so feel free to stick around and read some other fun articles!

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GIVEAWAY: Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides Prize Pack

10 May 2011 by Suzannah Otis 61 Comments

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On the heels of my Pirates of the Caribbean new merchandise post – how about some swag you don’t have to buy? In honor of Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides swashbuckling into theaters on May 20th, ZannaLand is pleased to host a giveaway from Walt Disney Pictures for some killer pirate booty! (Apologies, Johnny Depp not included)

Pirates of the Caribbean Johnny Depp

ITEMS FOR GIVEAWAY: (only open to US and Canada please)

– PIRATES OF THE CARIBBEAN: ON STRANGER TIDES in adult sizes of S, M, L, XL

– PIRATES OF THE CARIBBEAN: ON STRANGER TIDES bandana in black

– PIRATES OF THE CARIBBEAN: ON STRANGER TIDES temporary tattoo (2 per winner)

Pirates shirt giveaway

Pirates bandana giveaway

Pirates temporary tattoos giveaway

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

HOW TO ENTER:

  • Comment below with your favorite character of the Pirates of the Caribbean series so far.

Additional entries:

  • LIKE ZannaLand on facebook (so close to 1000 fans!) and comment to let me know.
  • Share this contest on twitter, facebook, or stumble it…and then comment separately for each item letting me know. (please only tweet or share once a day.)

 

CONTEST ENDS: May 17, 2011, Winners will be announced in this post and as comments to the winning comment, and must reply within 48 hours so check back!

 

Congrats to Josh who won the giveaway! Disney will be sending the prize pack your way, in the mean time – enjoy the movie!!

 

Be sure to visit the official website at: http://www.Disney.com/Pirates.

“Like” PIRATES OF THE CARIBBEAN on Facebook at: http://www.Facebook.com/PiratesoftheCaribbean

PIRATES OF THE CARIBBEAN: ON STRANGER TIDES sails into theatres May 20th, 2011 in Disney Digital 3D™.

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Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides TRAILER!

15 December 2010 by Suzannah Otis 2 Comments

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Pirates and Mermaids and Zombies, Oh MY! In PIRATES OF THE CARIBBEAN: ON STRANGER TIDES, Captain Jack Sparrow (Johnny Depp) finds himself on an unexpected journey to the fabled Fountain of Youth when a woman from his past (Penelope Cruz) forces him aboard the Queen Anne’s Revenge, the ship of the formidable pirate Blackbeard (Ian McShane). I’m a huge Ian McShane fan, from the Deadwood days, so I’m hoping his presence will make up for the lack of Orlando Bloom and Keira Knightly…what do you think?

Penelope Cruz, Johnny Depp and Ian McShane

[Read more…] about Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides TRAILER!

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