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Post by Belinda on Aug 12, 2007 8:29:49 GMT
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Post by Dori on Aug 12, 2007 9:57:41 GMT
No, Hayley sang for a movie, as far as i'm concerned. You might be thinking of the series called Jekyl, which she also sang for !! :2fun:
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Post by Belinda on Aug 12, 2007 11:42:08 GMT
:rollin No don't think ,i'm thinking of Jekyl  |
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Post by Richard on Aug 12, 2007 13:35:33 GMT
Hello Belinda!  That is definitely the film that features Hayley on the soundtrack. I'm not sure whether it will be shown in cinemas or on TV here in the UK, but I'm waiting for the DVD. i.postimg.cc/9fYxy370/smilie-big-grin.gifEdit: I've found some information from the Hollywood Reporter. Best Wishes, Richard  |
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Post by Dave on Aug 13, 2007 1:56:08 GMT
No don't think ,i'm thinking of Jekyl ![]()  Belinda, I'm so jealous! You will get this first!!! Now I know how you felt when Treasure was released first in the UK... i.postimg.cc/9fYxy370/smilie-big-grin.gif  Except that from Richard's post (thanks Richard!), we are going to have to wait for an extra four months to see it on TV in the UK, where the pesky thing was made!!!    Cheers, Dave |
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Post by Belinda on Aug 13, 2007 2:48:40 GMT
Dave said Now I know how you felt when Treasure was released first in the UK... i.postimg.cc/9fYxy370/smilie-big-grin.gif Don't start me on Treasure, That was so unfair :  Hi Dave, all i can say re flood is  Belinda
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Post by drew on Aug 14, 2007 16:01:28 GMT
From the Environment Agency: Recent floods in the south east of England have caused a tidal wave of interest in the latest disaster movie ‘Flood’ being released by distributors Lionsgate on Friday 17 August 2007.
The $30 million blockbuster was partly filmed at the Thames Barrier over eight days, to create an action-packed scenario where a freak 25 metre wave sweeps up the Thames Estuary, tops the Thames Barrier and floods London.
Media reactions to the fictional tale are being compared to the hysteria that swept the United States in 1938, when a radio adaptation of HG Wells' War of the Worlds saw Americans gripped by panic at the thought of martian invaders devastating their country.
As a result of the interest, Lionsgate and the Environment Agency have resolved to work together to highlight the actions that people can take in the face of real-life flood events and to reassure London of the Thames Barrier’s efficiency. The film stars Robert Carlyle (Trainspotting, Twenty Eight Weeks Later) as engineer Rob Morrison. The plotline opens as Rob is called to inspect the Thames Barrier by his ex-wife Sam, the Barrier’s director of operations, (Jessalyn Gilsig, "Nip/Tuck").
Meanwhile, Rob’s estranged father Professor Leonard Morrison (BAFTA Award Winner, Tom Courtenay) tries desperately to contact Thames Barrier staff to warn them of potentially devastating weather conditions moving down the coast from Scotland. The hard Government decisions in the film are taken by the deputy prime minister played by David Suchet (best known as the famous detective Hercule Poirot).
In reality, a team of Environment Agency engineers and operations staff at the Thames Barrier work continuously to ensure that this type of scenario remains firm fiction, with most recent modelling showing that the Barrier can withstand expected flood pressures for many years to come.
The possibility of London’s defence structures succumbing to a major flood is currently estimated at having a 1:2000 or 0.05 per cent chance of occurring. The last major flood was a 1:300 event in 1953 and it was this event that led to the construction of the Barrier.
Steve East, Thames Barrier technical support team leader said: "The recent flooding and heavy rains in Britain will have made people more aware of the dangers of extreme weather. In fact, our current modelling already takes into account the many different factors that contribute to tidal flooding including weather conditions, fluvial flows and known tidal cycles.
"Even with all of the possible worst case scenario statistics included, our calculations can not be combined to create a wave that could pass over the top of the Thames Barrier. The defences that we have in place can presently cope with the worst that can realistically be thrown at it, but of course it is right that we plan for the future, to ensure that this level of protection is at least maintained in the decades to come. The Thames Barrier protects 125 square km of central London – encompassing 1.25 million people and an infrastructure valued at £80bn."
The Thames Barrier does not stand alone as a defence system – rather it is part of an integrated system of defences stretching from Teddington in west London, to Shoeburyness in the outer estuary. The estuary is also protected by over 300 km of floodwalls, embankments and numerous small gates and barriers. London’s flood defences compare with some of our European neighbours such as Italy where for example, flood protection in Venice is also being designed to 1:1000 year level. Defences in other major cities such as St Petersburg are also designed to the same level.
Producer Justin Bodle said: "The best way to create a programme about an unpredictable scenario like this one is to work with the real-life experts. The Thames Barrier is a structure admired the world over for its efficiency and resilience. Our production may be a work of fiction but it has served to highlight the challenges and investment needed to maintain effective flood management programmes in the UK."
Anyone who is concerned about property flooding can sign up to Floodline on 0845 988 1188 to received personalised warnings for their area. www.environment-agency.gov.uk/news/1832194?lang=_e®ion=Thames%20RegionSo if we can find out which London Cinema Lionsgate are going to show it (nothing on Lionsgate website), we might be able to see it before Belinda and Rodders. PS. If it is still going, it is an option for 29/09! As close to Hayley as you can get. PPS. Hayley cannot attend the UK premiere as she is entertaining Grant and Beverley! |
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Post by Stephany on Aug 14, 2007 16:04:27 GMT
Thank you for the information, Drew. I look forward to seeing this movie as it will be very interesting scientifically....and for Hayley of course Stephany |
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Post by drew on Aug 14, 2007 16:05:49 GMT
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Post by drew on Aug 16, 2007 15:21:40 GMT
More contradictions. Maybe Belinda will get flooded first after all. Release Information
In cinemas from 31 August 2007
Distributor
Lionsgate
Running Time
110m
Genre
Action
Director
Tony Mitchell
Lead Actors
Robert Carlyle, Jessalyn Gilsig, Tom Courtenay, David Suchet
Certificate
Writing Credits
Matthew Cope and Richard Doyle
Language
English
Synopsis
A bright autumn morning, London shines in all its glory. Meanwhile in Scotland, a storm of hurricane proportions crashes into the coast, devastating the sleepy town of Wick. Mountainous tides barrel the coast of Britain, heading for London. However, the authorities remain skeptical that nature could deal any blow that the Thames Barrier could not withstand. But the reality is that the storm and seasonal high seas will soon converge in the Thames causing a colossal surge big enough to flood London.www.myfilms.co.uk/film.asp?id=287856 |
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Post by drew on Aug 16, 2007 15:29:02 GMT
On the other hand. Shropsire Star:
Jade Davidson will star alongside Robert Carlyle (The Full Monty, Trainspotting), Jessalyn Gilsig (Law and Order, Prison Break) and Tom Courtenay (The Dresser and Doctor Zhivago).
Today Jade, whose family lives at Stanton Lacy, said it was ironic she was starring in a film about flooding so soon after her home town fell victim to raging waters.
Jade, 22, has starred in hit TV shows such as The Bill and Casualty and is following in the footsteps of her sister Holly Davidson, and elder stepsister Sadie Frost.
Flood is her first major movie and was shot last year in London and South Africa. It is to be released on August 17.
The 30 million dollar movie was partly filmed at the Thames Barrier over eight days, to create an action-packed scenario in which a freak 25-metre wave sweeps up the Thames Estuary, tops the Thames Barrier and floods London.
Jade, who plays the daughter of one of the lead characters, said: “I’m really excited about the film. It’s due out very soon and it has a really good cast.
“We were filming for two-and-a-half weeks in South Africa and I took my mum out. It was an amazing place and it was such a treat to be able to film where it was hot and so relaxed.
When we were filming in London it was a completely different environment. I loved being able to see a different part of the world.
“I’m based in London, though I come home to Ludlow when I can. I’ve got an agent out in Los Angeles so it’s definitely an option to go out to America and do some work there. I want to crack the UK first but then I’d love to get out to Hollywood and star in major films.”
The upcoming release of the film has seen distributor Lionsgate and the Environment Agency resolve to work together to highlight actions people can take in the face of real flooding and to reassure London of the Thames Barrier’s efficiency.
By Andy Richardson www.shropshirestar.co.uk/2007/08/county-actress-in-disaster-movie/We believe the Shropshire Star because it says nice things about Melanie. |
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Post by Richard on Aug 17, 2007 7:19:02 GMT
Hello Drew and everybody! All these articles seem to have forgotten something, so I'm going to say it... Hayley Westenra is on the soundtrack!!!  The cinemas will all be full now! i.postimg.cc/9fYxy370/smilie-big-grin.gifRichard |
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Post by Stephany on Aug 17, 2007 8:57:22 GMT
Absolutely, Richard. I'm personally more interested in knowing when the soundtrack is released than when the movie is broadcast on TV.  Stephany |
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Post by drew on Aug 20, 2007 12:32:54 GMT
Tidal wave of interest in London’s flood defences Author: Jane Nower Date published: 16-Aug-2007 Keywords: Flood, Robert Carlyle, Thames Barrier, TE2100, tidal wave, Apollo Cinema West End, Environmnet Agency -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- UPDATE: RELEASE DATE OF FILM 24/08/07 Apollo West End Cinema Recent floods in the south east of England have caused a tidal wave of interest in the latest disaster movie ‘Flood’ being released by distributors Lionsgate on Friday 24 August 2007. www.environment-agency.gov.uk/news/1841501?lang=_e®ion=&projectstatus=&theme=&subject=&searchfor=&topic=&area=&month=At last a venue. Does this mean HDW and DW (and HWI) will be at the London Premiere? |
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Post by Belinda on Aug 21, 2007 4:34:40 GMT
Hi All, Flood 1st part starts tomorrow night the 22nd at 8.30pm channel 2 Yeah i can watch it, no night job this week trouble is the second part they are showing next week Oh well mums taping it for me PhewBelinda |
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