{"id":25205,"date":"2012-10-22T14:30:56","date_gmt":"2012-10-22T04:30:56","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/power-up.space\/?p=25205"},"modified":"2012-10-22T14:30:56","modified_gmt":"2012-10-22T04:30:56","slug":"universal-pictures-and-madame-tussauds-immortalise-e-t-the-extra-terrestrial","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.impulsegamer.com\/wordpress\/?p=25205","title":{"rendered":"UNIVERSAL PICTURES AND MADAME TUSSAUDS IMMORTALISE E.T. THE EXTRA TERRESTRIAL"},"content":{"rendered":"

IN CELEBRATION OF ITS FIRST EVER RELEASE ON BLU-RAY\u00a0AND TO COINCIDE WITH THE FILM\u2019S 30TH\u00a0ANNIVERSARY <\/strong><\/p>\n

SYDNEY, 22October, 2012<\/strong> \u2013 To celebrate the Blu-ray\u00a0<\/strong>release and the 30th<\/sup> anniversary of Steven Spielberg\u2019s beloved classic film, E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial<\/strong>,<\/em> Sydney\u2019s Madame Tussauds today unveiled their astonishing wax figure of the iconic hero.<\/p>\n

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Whilst Sydney was the first to unveil E.T., The Extra Terrestrial star will also be appearing in Berlin, Amsterdam, London and Hollywood today as part of the global launch.<\/p>\n

Helping E.T. into his new home was a troupe of local riders from Sydney BMX Club. Lachlan Stewart (11 years old, from Manly), led the group by taking the place of Elliott (Henry Thomas) in the film, bringing the classic bike scene to life.<\/p>\n

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From today, guests who visit the exhibit will also have the chance to take Elliott\u2019s place in the scene that saw E.T. and Elliott soaring on a BMX against the stunning backdrop of a full moon. The figure was first perfectly sculpted in clay and then moulded in wax, with a team of expert colourists then using oil paints to perfectly recreate E.T.\u2019s unique complexion. The entire process took around two months and cost \u00a350,000 (over $75,000) to produce.<\/p>\n

E.T. fans will also be able to relive many others classic scenes with the first ever release of the film on Blu-ray, featuring never-before-seen footage from the film set including an interview with director Steven Spielberg.<\/p>\n

We are delighted to be welcoming one of the greatest movie characters of all time to the attraction. <\/strong>We\u2019re also absolutely certain that our guests are going to love the unique opportunity to \u2018star\u2019 in one of the most famous films ever made,\u201d\u00a0said Nicky Marsh, Madame Tussauds Global Marketing Director.<\/p>\n

In 1982,E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial<\/em><\/strong> became the biggest blockbuster of the year, debuting at number one around the world. A testament to its enduring appeal, it remains one of the most successful, well-loved films for the past three decades and will continue to inspire generations to come.<\/p>\n

E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial<\/em><\/strong> will be out for the first time on October 31, 2012. This family classic is yours to own as a Blu-ray\u00a0Combo pack with Blu-ray, DVD and Digital Copy.<\/p>\n

LISTINGS INFORMATION<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

When:\u00a0\u00a0 <\/strong>From October 22, 2012<\/p>\n

Where:<\/strong>\u00a0\u00a0 Madam Tussauds, Aquarium Wharf, Darling Harbour (Right next door to WILD LIFE Sydney)<\/p>\n

Hours:<\/strong>\u00a0\u00a0 9am \u2013 8pm Daily<\/p>\n

What:\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 <\/strong>E.T. The Extra Terrestrial \u2013 Madame Tussauds and Universal Pictures present E.T. The Extra Terrestrial Wax Exhibit<\/p>\n

Price<\/strong>:\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Online Price: From $25.20<\/p>\n

Walk-up Price \u2013 Adults: $36<\/p>\n

Walk-up Price \u2013 Children: (4-16yrs) $20<\/p>\n

Box Office:<\/strong>\u00a0For more info and to purchase tickets please visit:<\/p>\n

w<\/a>ww.madametussauds.com\/sydney<\/a><\/p>\n

w<\/a>ww.facebook.com\/madametussaudssydney<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

IN CELEBRATION OF ITS FIRST EVER RELEASE ON BLU-RAY\u00a0AND TO COINCIDE WITH THE FILM\u2019S 30TH\u00a0ANNIVERSARY SYDNEY, 22October, 2012 \u2013 To celebrate the Blu-ray\u00a0release and the 30th anniversary of Steven Spielberg\u2019s beloved classic film, E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial, Sydney\u2019s Madame Tussauds today unveiled their astonishing wax figure of the iconic hero. Whilst Sydney was the first to<\/p>\n

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