Gran Turismo

LEADING VFX PROVIDER CRAFTY APES APPOINTS ALANA NEWELL AS CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

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Wednesday, November 15, 2023
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LOS ANGELES, Nov. 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Crafty Apes, a full-service visual effects powerhouse with eight production facilities worldwide, has announced the promotion of Alana Newell to the role of Chief Executive Officer, succeeding Craig German.

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  • LOS ANGELES, Nov. 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Crafty Apes, a full-service visual effects powerhouse with eight production facilities worldwide, has announced the promotion of Alana Newell to the role of Chief Executive Officer, succeeding Craig German.
  • Prior to Crafty Apes, she spent nearly seven years at Rising Sun Pictures in Australia as Head of Production, where she was responsible for all studio operations.
  • Crafty Apes today also announced that co-founder Chris LeDoux has been appointed Chairman of the Board, effective immediately.
  • He will also continue providing creative and strategic advisement to the company, working closely with Newell and the entire executive team.

Pirelli: From classic to modern, new tyres for Maserati GTs

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Monday, October 30, 2023
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MILAN, Italy, Oct. 30, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- From the first Biturbo, launched in 1982 with the Cinturato P7, to the all-electric GranTurismo Folgore fitted with P Zero Elect tyres, Pirelli's tyres have been a part of Maserati GTs.

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  • MILAN, Italy, Oct. 30, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- From the first Biturbo, launched in 1982 with the Cinturato P7, to the all-electric GranTurismo Folgore fitted with P Zero Elect tyres, Pirelli's tyres have been a part of Maserati GTs.
  • Today, Pirelli offers bespoke original equipment for the hallmark cars of this tradition: P Zero and P Zero Elect for the Maserati GranTurismo and GranTurismo Folgore, respectively.
  • All these tyres have been developed in collaboration with Maserati, as indicated by the MGT marking on their sidewalls.
  • It was the Biturbo, a high-performance compact coupe that was originally fitted with Pirelli Cinturato P7 tyres.

Sony AI Announces Full Global Release of AI Driver Gran Turismo Sophy™ for Gran Turismo™ 7 Players in Latest Update

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Wednesday, November 1, 2023
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TOKYO, Nov. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Sony AI, in partnership with Polyphony Digital Inc. (PDI) a subsidiary of Sony Interactive Entertainment, today announced the full global release of Gran Turismo Sophy™ (GT Sophy), Sony AI and PDI's co-developed breakthrough AI racing agent, in Gran Turismo™ 7 (GT7) PlayStation® racing simulation game. This new feature, named Gran Turismo Sophy 2.0, is only available for players with a PS5™ console. It is included in GT7 Spec II Update (Patch Update 1.40, internet connection required), the latest update to the game, and gives Gran Turismo (GT) players of all levels and abilities the opportunity to go head-to-head against the AI agent. Players will see the number of cars that GT Sophy can drive go from just four in its limited time release to more than 340 cars on nine different tracks. In this expansive release, GT Sophy 2.0 now offers a more interactive experience supporting races that cover 95% of player car models.            

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  • This new feature, named Gran Turismo Sophy 2.0, is only available for players with a PS5™ console.
  • It is included in GT7 Spec II Update (Patch Update 1.40, internet connection required), the latest update to the game, and gives Gran Turismo (GT) players of all levels and abilities the opportunity to go head-to-head against the AI agent.
  • In this expansive release, GT Sophy 2.0 now offers a more interactive experience supporting races that cover 95% of player car models.
  • Here players can select "GT Sophy" on supported tracks and face off against the autonomous AI agent.

MASERATI OFFICIALLY OPENS ITS FIRST UK NEW STORE CONCEPT WITH PRESENCE OF GLOBAL BRAND AMBASSADOR, DAVID BECKHAM

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Friday, September 22, 2023
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LONDON, Sept. 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ --  Maserati has celebrated the opening of its first UK new store concept near London with the presence of David Beckham, its Global Brand Ambassador, attending the glamorous event.

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  • LONDON, Sept. 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ --  Maserati has celebrated the opening of its first UK new store concept near London with the presence of David Beckham, its Global Brand Ambassador, attending the glamorous event.
  • David Beckham arrived at the event in suitably elegant style in a striking black GranTurismo, similar to the car in his latest campaign for the brand.
  • Speaking at the glittering opening, attended by over 100 guests, David Beckham said, "I'm delighted to be here to support the opening of Maserati's first new store concept in the UK.
  • The chic showroom features Maserati's 'new store concept', designed to express the brand's power and prowess in Italian fine craftsmanship.

Sony Pictures' GRAN TURISMO: BASED ON A TRUE STORY Speeds into 270-Degree Panoramic ScreenX and Multi-sensory 4DX Theaters

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Thursday, August 24, 2023
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HOLLYWOOD, Calif., Aug. 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- CJ 4DPLEX, the world's leading producer of premium film formats and cinema technologies announced that Sony Pictures' upcoming sports action movie "Gran Turismo: Based on a True Story" will be showcased in both the 270-degree panoramic ScreenX format and the multi-sensory 4DX experiential format. "Gran Turismo: Based on a True Story" goes for a spin in theaters domestically beginning August 25.

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  • "Gran Turismo: Based on a True Story" goes for a spin in theaters domestically beginning August 25.
  • Audiences fueled with passion for thrills will get a chance to rev their engines and witness "Gran Turismo: Based on a True Story" in CJ 4DPLEX's 270-degree panoramic ScreenX auditoriums.
  • Movie-goers can shift gears and experience "Gran Turismo: Based on a True Story" in over 791 4DX auditoriums worldwide.
  • "Gran Turismo: Based on a True Story" tickets are on sale now and can be purchased at any ScreenX and 4DX theaters near you.

Sony Pictures' GRAN TURISMO: BASED ON A TRUE STORY Speeds into 270-Degree Panoramic ScreenX and Multi-sensory 4DX Theaters

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Thursday, August 24, 2023
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HOLLYWOOD, Calif., Aug. 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- CJ 4DPLEX, the world's leading producer of premium film formats and cinema technologies announced that Sony Pictures' upcoming sports action movie "Gran Turismo: Based on a True Story" will be showcased in both the 270-degree panoramic ScreenX format and the multi-sensory 4DX experiential format. "Gran Turismo: Based on a True Story" goes for a spin in theaters domestically beginning August 25.

Key Points: 
  • "Gran Turismo: Based on a True Story" goes for a spin in theaters domestically beginning August 25.
  • Audiences fueled with passion for thrills will get a chance to rev their engines and witness "Gran Turismo: Based on a True Story" in CJ 4DPLEX's 270-degree panoramic ScreenX auditoriums.
  • Movie-goers can shift gears and experience "Gran Turismo: Based on a True Story" in over 791 4DX auditoriums worldwide.
  • "Gran Turismo: Based on a True Story" tickets are on sale now and can be purchased at any ScreenX and 4DX theaters near you.

Reading International announces state-of-the-art Angelika Film Centre – opening Thursday August 24th

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Wednesday, August 23, 2023
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CULVER CITY, Calif., Aug. 23, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Reading International, Inc. (“Reading”), today announced that it will open its first-ever Angelika Film Centre at South/City/SQ in Woolloongabba, Australia on Thursday August 24th.

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  • CULVER CITY, Calif., Aug. 23, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Reading International, Inc. (“Reading”), today announced that it will open its first-ever Angelika Film Centre at South/City/SQ in Woolloongabba, Australia on Thursday August 24th.
  • Reading’s newest cinema venture will be the company’s first Angelika Film Centre outside of the U.S.
  • “The addition of Angelika Film Centre to the South/City/SQ precinct adds another drawcard for existing residents, as well as for domestic and international tourists.
  • Reading is also excited to announce their special opening week value pricing for Angelika Film Centre, with $10 tickets across all sessions, including SoHo Lounge.

Maserati Icon: GranTurismo Takes the Spotlight at Laguna Seca During 75th Anniversary Monterey Car Week Celebration

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Saturday, August 19, 2023
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MONTEREY, Calif., Aug. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Italian luxury and performance brand Maserati commemorated 75 years of GranTurismo – with an exclusive celebration event in partnership with Sotheby's. Held on Friday, August 18 at the WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca as part of the brand's Monterey Car Week, Maserati gathered owners and their personal vehicles for a historic parade lap on the famed track to reflect upon the heritage that built the House of the Trident, while giving a glimpse of the brand's exciting present and bright future.

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  • The theory of GranTurismo began with the introduction of the 1947 Maserati A6 1500.
  • From there, the idea of GranTurismo was born, and its concept became the cornerstone of all future Maserati models.
  • The event coincided with the triumphant return of the all-new 2024 Maserati GranTurismo .
  • By 2025, all Maserati models will also be available in a full-electric version, and the entire Maserati range will run on electricity alone by 2030.

Maserati MCXtrema: The Trident's New Racing Beast, Unveiled at Monterey Car Week

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Friday, August 18, 2023
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This latest creation from the Italian luxury brand stems from the creative and engineering partnership between Centro Stile and the Maserati engineering team; it reflects the desire to create a racing car capable of passing on the legacy of the glorious Maserati MC12 in the world of competition, to inspire the Trident's future racing production.

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  • This latest creation from the Italian luxury brand stems from the creative and engineering partnership between Centro Stile and the Maserati engineering team; it reflects the desire to create a racing car capable of passing on the legacy of the glorious Maserati MC12 in the world of competition, to inspire the Trident's future racing production.
  • In the words of Davide Grasso, Maserati CEO: "Maserati MCXtrema was created with the aim of offering an incredibly exclusive product that can set a new paradigm for our track cars.
  • Maserati produces a complete range of unique cars, immediately recognisable for their extraordinary personality.
  • By 2025, all Maserati models will also be available in a full-electric version, and the entire Maserati range will run on electricity alone by 2030.

Gran Turismo: why this glorified advert fails where Barbie succeeded

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Friday, August 11, 2023
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As he joins the Gran Turismo (GT) academy, Jann goes through exactly the sorts of setbacks and near-misses you might expect.

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  • As he joins the Gran Turismo (GT) academy, Jann goes through exactly the sorts of setbacks and near-misses you might expect.
  • But so long as toys and video games continue make big money, this trend of movie tie-ins like Gran Turismo is only going to continue.
  • The Barbie movie’s success speaks to its strong writing, A-list stars and handling of wider themes.
  • Gran Turismo lacks the substance and depth that have made its doll-themed counterpart so popular.