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March 25, 2003 — Yesterday, there was word that the 800 screen rerelease could have been a rumor. Today, Disney released an official press release that the Academy Award-winning and critically-acclaimed film will finally get the rerelease that fans and movie patrons have been clamoring for.
"We're thrilled that the Academy has chosen to honor 'Spirited Away' for its incredible achievement in storytelling and artistry and we're proud to be associated with legendary filmmaker Hayao Miyazaki in bringing his masterpiece to moviegoers across the country," said Dick Cook, chairman of the Walt Disney Studios. "The film is far and away the most successful film to ever play in Japan and it has always been our desire to share this film with the widest possible audience here in the U.S. With this important Oscar. recognition, the film will have the additional awareness and appeal needed to find a welcome reception." |