The new SAW III poster

Hey Folks!

First I want to say “THANKS!” for all your help in making EMPLOYEE OF THE MONTH a success! Couldn’t have done it with out you!

Now let’s get serious about SAW 3. The movie opens in just TWO WEEKS! I’m burning through my promo items (Bracelets, Talking Key Chains, Mini Posters, Buttons and T-shirts) so get your orders in quick!

I know you’re already familiar with our wicked cool posters. Well, there is going to be one more. It’ll be the final one sheet that will look BLOODY awesome in your poster cases. Much like the movies themselves this poster comes with a twist. Look at the image with this posting. Notice the RED robe???? It’s an interesting RED wouldn’t you agree??? Sort of a BLOOD RED right??? Let me tell you that Jigsaw himself - Tobin Bell - gave till it hurt and his blood runs through the red ink that is used in the poster!!!!!!! These blood red beauts are going to be available in limited quantities and should show up in your theatres for display this weekend. So, please put them up upon arrival. Take pictures of this bloody bad boy and send them to me at dpanos@lionsgate.com. I’d love to see what it looks like in your lobby!

That’s all for now. Thanks for reading. Keep checking in at LGEXR.com for up to date Lionsgate news.

Yes, there will be blooood!!!

Demetri

News from the Employee of the Month movie premiere

Hey Folks!

EMPLOYEE OF THE MONTH is just 2 short weeks away! Here at “The Gate” we’re pretty excited!

Just this past week we held the Premiere for the movie and yours truly was invited to go! Now I was pretty excited about this for a couple of reasons: first, it’s a Lionsgate movie and it’s a privilege to be there and support the film. Second, always great people-watching at a Premiere. Aside from the cast of the movie I saw the likes of Brett Ratner, comedian Kathy Griffin, rock star Scott Weiland to name a few. Third, getting to go to the Premiere After Party. Also, I’m a fan of Dane Cook. Not only do I think he’s a wicked funny comic, but the guy is from Boston and unlike the Big Dig he’s doing good. I have to support that. Last but not least, I’m a movie fan. I go to an event like this and I’m a kid in a Toy “R” Us with a fully loaded Gift Card. I’ve been lucky enough to go to a few premieres and they never get old for me.

So on to the picture. Yup! That’s me hanging with Dane Cook!! He was very gracious in allowing me time to chat with him and have this picture snapped. For those who are fans of his, he is as cool as you would think would be and just damn nice. I am a fan for life! As we like to say in Boston he’s Wicked Pissahhhh!

And yes for those who might be wondering… Jessica Simpson is gorgeous!

Blahhh blahhhh blahhh you met Dane, you saw cool people BUT HOW WAS THE MOVIE?!???? Wicked funny! To be honest it was my third time seeing it so I better have liked it. I think people going to see EMPLOYEE OF THE MONTH opening OCTOBER 6 are going think it’s funny too! All indicators are pointing to the movie being a success.

Well that’s it for now. Thanks for reading. Keep checking back for more stories and news.

Demetri

Employee of the Month on YouTube!

Hey Folks!

Check this out! It is the You Tube EMPLOYEE OF THE MONTH link. Here you’ll see Dane Cook not only talking about EMPLOYEE OF THE MONTH but showcasing clips from the movie as well as funny work related videos. Overweight guy on the copy machine is my favorite so far.

If you have a funny work related video send it along. Perhaps it’ll be showcased.

Enough reading. Start watching! Click away:

http://youtube.com/profile?user=EmployeeOfTheMonth

Upcoming Lionsgate movies round-up

Hey Folks,

I got to do something pretty cool not too long ago. I went to the Cast and Crew Screening of CRANK. I actually met CRANK star Jason Statham. He was really cool. Hey, he took time to talk to me so he gets points for that. I also chatted with Jose Pablo Cantillo. He plays the movies bad guy, Verona. In real life he’s nothing but a good guy. He is starring in a new fall show called Standoff. That’s the one with Ron Livingston. It’s not a Lionsgate show but he was a nice guy so I’ll give the show a mention here.

On to Lionsgate’s next wide release which is EMPLOYEE OF THE MONTH starring Dane Cook, Jessica Simpson, Dax Shephard and Efren Ramirez (PEDRO!) The movie opens on October 6. Just about 3 weeks away. There are still some promo materials available such as bottle openers and coasters. So give me a call or drop me an e-mail. Don’t forget to give me your Technicolor Account Number so I can ship out your stuff.

For the Art Houses we have the September 15 release of THE U.S. vs. JOHN LENNON. This documentary is for the music lover, the history buff and of course fans of The Beatles. It shows how in 1971 the United States Government tried to have John Lennon deported because they feared his belief in giving peace a chance could possibly dishevel the political landscape of the time.

In case you needed reminding, Halloween is just around the corner and you know what that means… SAW 3! Opening wide on October 27!

Keep clicking back here at LGEXR.com for the latest news on Lionsgate movies, trailers and marketing materials.

Thanks for reading!

Demetri

MPAA says “no” to SAW 3 scene with CRANK

Hey Folks,

The SAW 3 Scene saga continues…

As previously posted the first scene of SAW 3 was going to be attached to CRANK and shown as a trailer.

Due to the intense and grisly nature of the scene, Exhibition will not play the preview. I’ve seen the scene in question and I can’t argue with Exhibitions decision. It is gory, gruesome and graphic. I LOVE IT!!! But with that said I understand completely how this may not be everyone’s cup of tea/blood. Don’t worry. Keep checking this site because I’m working on having the scene showcased here at LGEXR.com. More on that to follow!

In the meantime, here is what Lionsgate will have going up with CRANK. The latest EMPLOYEE OF THE MONTH trailer will be attached and the SAW 3 teaser will be enclosed with all prints.

That’s all for now!! Check back soon and check back often and please click LGEXR.com in your favorites.

Thanks for reading!

Demetri

SAW 3 clip to play with CRANK!

Audiences going to see CRANK the weekend of September 1st are going to get an early Halloween treat!

Lionsgate, always on the cutting edge, re-invents the Coming Attraction by showing the first scene of the highly anticipated SAW 3! This scene was shown to a crowd of thousands at this past year’s Comic-Con and was met with thunderous applause, hoots and hollers for more!!

Now the Hard Core Adult Action/Horror Movie Fan will be treated to a similar version when they see the Jason Statham Action Movie CRANK. They will witness the gripping opening scene in which JIGSAW puts one his hapless victims through a test of character. Does he pull through?????

With the full support of the SAW film makers and even the MPAA, Lionsgate promises an unprecedented preview experience that will not only enhance visibility to the SAW franchise but add to the opening weekend of CRANK. Publicity of this special preview will reach not only the popular internet portals but print, radio and TV. This will help CRANK up that Labor Day weekend attendance at your theatre.

This Special Preview has a run time of 2:30 and while Red Band the MPAA approves the ATTACHMENT of Red Band trailers to RATED R features only. Of which CRANK is.

CRANK> will be the ONLY place this attraction will be showcased. Future SAW 3 mass placements will be with either the current teaser or a brand new trailer. Once CRANK has had its run so to will this preview.

CRANK opens Friday September 1st and stars Action Super Star Jason Statham. It is Rated R, Flat with a run time of 83 minutes.

SAW and SAW 2 have already amassed over 150 million dollars in US box office. SAW 3 promises many box office treats this October 27, Halloween weekend!

SAW 3 teasers coming out

Hey Folks!

I have some cool news about the BRAND NEW SAW 3 TEASER.

First, the Teaser is ENCLOSED with all our prints of THE DESENT.

Did you know that the trailer is Market Specific?

What is Market Specific?

Let me tell you. Let’s say you’re watching THE DESCENT in Boston. The SAW 3 Teaser comes up (because you’ve attached it to the print. Thank you very much by the ways.) At the end of the teaser, the “Saw Doll” turns to the audience and says, “Hello Boston, would you like to play a game?” If you’re in Chicago while watching THE DESCENT he says “Hello Chicago…” so on and so forth. We cut 20 different versions of 1 trailer! To my knowledge Lionsgate is the first to have done something like this. Now I did say the trailer is enclosed with ALL prints of THE DESCENT. So don’t fret if you’re not within the 20 markets. We’ve cut a special version where the puppet says, “Hello, America…”

And yes, Tobin Bell aka Jigsaw, did the voice over for each version!

Oh, I almost forgot. The only way to see the SAW 3 teaser is to see THE DESCENT. It will not be available anywhere else! We’ll be advertising that fact and making sure your movie goers know if they want to see the SAW 3 teaser they have to go to a theatre near them and see THE DESCENT.

Keep checking here at LGEXR.com for the latest news on Lionsgate movies, trailers and marketing materials.

Thanks for reading!

Demetri

Welcome to LGEXR.com!

Greetings and Salutations,

Welcome to LGEXR.COM! The new Lionsgate Exhibitor Relations Web Site.

At LGEXR.COM you’ll find the latest scoop on upcoming Lionsgate releases. You’ll be able to watch trailers, see our most recent one sheets and read and post comments about Lionsgate movies, all in a fun interactive environment unlike any other Exhibitor Relations Site!

Are you interested in knowing what marketing materials are available for movies such as THE DESCENT, EMPLOYEE OF THE MONTH and SAW 3? Log on the LGEXR.COM and find out! Not only will you be able to see what’s available but you can get great suggestions on how to market the movies at your theatres!

Best of all LGEXR.COM is FREE! Sign up! Set your User Name and Password and you’ll be good to go.

Consider this not only an Exhibitor Relations Site but a Movie Fan Site as well. Keep checking in on LGXER.COM to read and see my blog. Talk back will not only be welcomed BUT ENCOURAGED! We want to know what you think about our marketing materials. As well as anything that’s on your mind regarding movies.

Thanks for dropping by and remember to bookmark LGEXR.COM as one of your favorites!

Talk with you soon.

Demetri