This December, Wellington will play host to Hollywood stars at the premiere of Peter Jackson’s latest film The Lovely Bones.
The film, which releases in New Zealand cinemas December 26, will have its New Zealand Premiere Monday December 14 at Wellington’s Embassy Theatre.
In addition to writer/producer/director Peter Jackson, also expected on the red carpet are some of the film’s stars including Saoirse Ronan, Susan Sarandon, Rose McIver and Carolyn Dando.
“We are thrilled to welcome the cast of The Lovely Bones to Wellington; the home of film in New Zealand," says Paramount Pictures NZ managing director Peter Garner.
"The Lovely Bones is anticipated to be one of the finest films to be released in recent years and the attendance of high profile cast members only goes to show their faith in this landmark film.
“Peter Jackson is a visionary director and always draws the finest performances from his cast. We are very excited for the public of New Zealand to see this amazing film.”
The Lovely Bones is based on the bestselling novel of the same by Alice Sebold and was adapted for the screen by Peter Jackson and long-time writing partners Fran Walsh and Philipa Boyens. Click here to watch the trailer.
The film stars Oscar nominee Mark Wahlberg, Oscar winner Rachel Weisz, Oscar winner Susan Sarandon, Stanley Tucci, Michael Imperioli and Oscar nominee Saoirse Ronan as well as New Zealand actresses Rose McIver and Carolyn Dando.
Fans will have the opportunity to see the stars and collect autographs on the red carpet.
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