Disney Online Celebrates Walt Disney Pictures' Epic Animated Adventure -- Atlantis: the Lost Empire.Entertainment Editors NORTH HOLLYWOOD, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--April 30, 2001 SuperSite to launch at www.disney.com/atlantis with one-of-a-kind treasures and experiences available through Disney Auctions presented by eBay On June 15, Milo Milo, athlete of ancient Greece Milo (mī`lō) or Milon (mī`lŏn), fl. 500 B.C., athlete of ancient Greece, b. Crotona. Thatch (voice of Michael J. Fox) and friends will make their big screen debut in Walt Disney Noun 1. Walt Disney - United States film maker who pioneered animated cartoons and created such characters as Mickey Mouse and Donald Duck; founded Disneyland (1901-1966) Disney, Walter Elias Disney Pictures' Atlantis: The Lost Empire, but fans anticipating the film's release can catch a glimpse Verb 1. catch a glimpse - see something for a brief time catch sight, get a look see - perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight; "You have to be a good observer to see all the details"; "Can you see the bird in that tree?"; "He is blind--he of the film, discover secret clues about Milo's adventure and bid on one-of-a-kind experiences and collectibles. Beginning today, Walt Disney Internet Group's Disney Online (www.disney.com) and Disney Auctions (www.disneyauctions.com) presented by eBay will offer fans the chance to catch a sneak peek into Milo's adventures as well as bid and experience movie history. "The movie SuperSites at Disney.com bring together the magic of motion pictures with the interactivity of the World Wide Web," said Ken Goldstein, executive vice president and managing director of Disney Online. "Whether allowing guests to discover the secret Atlantean alphabet or reading the all-important `Shepherd's Journal,' Disney.com will help fans get excited and knowledgeable about Atlantis: The Lost Empire and will extend their movie experience." "As Disney continues to expand its movie library, Disney Auctions is able to offer fans new experiences and treasures. We are the only online venue that will provide fans unique opportunities both to enjoy and have a piece of Atlantis: The Lost Empire, Disney's latest animated feature," said George Grobar, vice president, Walt Disney Internet Group The Walt Disney Internet Group (WDIG) oversees several websites owned by The Walt Disney Company and its subsidiaries. [1] The division's Disney Online unit operates disney. Auctions. "From a private studio screening with the film's producer to lunch with one of the voice talent to owning a one-of-a-kind animator's sketch, you'll find it on Disney Auctions." The Atlantis: The Lost Empire SuperSite, found at www.disney.com/atlantis, lets guests experience Milo's adventure and journey to a long-lost undersea kingdom through a variety of interactive features. The site uses key points from the movie's plot to give guests an advanced look at this portrayal of Atlantis. Guests will be greeted by a flash introduction of a rusty vessel door opening that reveals "The Shepherd's Journal," a key element in the film and of critical importance to Milo. The site also includes a chart of the Atlantean alphabet and an explanation of how to read and write it, timelines and maps that demonstrate when Atlantis made an impact and the lost empire's reach, a guide to the movie's main characters, the movie's trailer, and imaginative games and activities. Beginning today through June 18, Disney Auctions presented by eBay will offer fans the opportunity to bid on one-of-a-kind experiences and exclusive items from Atlantis: The Lost Empire. Some highlights to look forward to include: - The only original piece of background art from Atlantis: The Lost Empire, which is the image of Milo on the submarine, headed for Atlantis. - The opportunity to join in the Los Angeles or New York premiere of the film. Walk down the red carpet with the movie's stars, including Michael J. Fox, James Garner, Leonard Nimoy and John Mahoney, watch the film and attend a post-screening party. The New York premiere will benefit the Michael J. Fox Parkinson's Foundation. - A private screening of the film for you and your closest friends. Five packages (for four people each) will be available for a private screening of Atlantis: The Lost Empire and a tour of the Disney Archives, which will take place on The Walt Disney Company lot in Burbank, Calif. Don Hahn, the producer of Atlantis: The Lost Empire, will attend the private screening. - The opportunity to have lunch with the film's producer, Don Hahn, at The Rotunda, Disney's private executive dining room, and take a private tour of Disney's Feature Animation Studio, which is not open to the public. - The chance to have lunch with Claudia Christian, who provides the voice of "Helga." - A director's script, with notations - Maquettes of the nine main characters An inexperienced in·ex·pe·ri·ence n. 1. Lack of experience. 2. Lack of the knowledge gained from experience. in young adventurer, Milo Thatch, becomes the key to unraveling an ancient mystery when he joins up with a group of daredevil explorers to fine the legendary lost empire of Atlantis. Milo has dreams of completing this quest, begun by his late grandfather, a famous explorer. Milo ultimately leads his team to the elusive undersea kingdom, with the help of a long-lost journal, but what they find there defies their expectations and triggers an explosive series of events. Atlantis: The Lost Empire is directed by Kirk Wise and Gary Trousdale, the team responsible for Beauty and the Beast Beauty and the Beast is a traditional fairy tale (type 425C -- search for a lost husband -- in the Aarne-Thompson classification). The first published version of the fairy tale was a meandering rendition by Madame Gabrielle-Suzanne Barbot de Villeneuve, published in and The Hunchback hunchback, abnormal outward curvature of the spine in the thoracic region. It is also known as kyphosis and humpback, and in its severe form a noticeable hump is evident on the back. of Notre Dame Notre Dame IPA: [nɔtʁ dam] is French for Our Lady, referring to the Virgin Mary. In the United States of America, Notre Dame and produced by Don Hahn (The Lion King, Beauty and the Beast, The Hunchback of Notre Dame). Disney Online is the leading kids and family entertainment on the Internet, with more than 7.5 million unique users per month according to according to prep. 1. As stated or indicated by; on the authority of: according to historians. 2. In keeping with: according to instructions. 3. Media Metrix (March 2001), an independent measurement service. The site features six exciting neighborhoods that live within the gates of Disney's virtual theme park, housing a variety of wholesome, original content that consistently reflects the magic that has come to be expected of Disney. The neighborhoods are specially designed for each member of the family, including entertainment, shopping, vacations, playhouse and fun for families. Disney Auctions (www.disneyauctions.com) presented by eBay is an online marketplace from Walt Disney Internet Group and eBay (NASDAQ NASDAQ in full National Association of Securities Dealers Automated Quotations U.S. market for over-the-counter securities. Established in 1971 by the National Association of Securities Dealers (NASD), NASDAQ is an automated quotation system that reports on :EBAY). Disney Auctions features authentic, rare and one-of-a-kind Disney collectibles and memorabilia from every aspect of Disney's fabled entertainment legacy. About Walt Disney Internet Group Walt Disney Internet Group is one of five business units of The Walt Disney Company and manages many of the most popular Web sites and services, including Disney.com, the number one Web site for kids and families; ESPN.com, the leading sports site; ABC ABC in full American Broadcasting Co. Major U.S. television network. It began when the expanding national radio network NBC split into the separate Red and Blue networks in 1928. .com, the leading broadcast network site; and ABCNEWS.com, one of the leading news sites. Additional properties include Family.com, Mr.Showbiz, Movies.com, Wall of Sound, DisneyAuctions.com, DisneyStore.com, DisneyVacations.com, Soccernet.com and NFL NFL abbr. National Football League NFL (US) n abbr (= National Football League) → Fußball-Nationalliga .com. Walt Disney Internet Group also produces Enhanced TV Enhanced TV (ETV) is one example of interactive TV. It is used in particular in reference to Two-Screen Solutions TV + PC services. Generally users of these ETV services have their TV and computer in the same room, and navigate their web browser to a particular program-specific Web telecasts in conjunction with select ABC Television ABC Television may refer to:
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