On June 21st Walt Disney’s D 23 will be holding a special event for the 20th anniversary of the hit Disney film, The Rocketeer, starring Bill Campbell, Jennifer Connolly, Terry O’Quinn, Alan Arkin, Timothy Dalton, and Paul Sorvino.
This once in a lifetime happening will feature The Rocketeer himself, Bill Campbell, Academy Award winning make up artist, Rick Baker, the films screen writers Danny Bilson and Paul De Meo, as well as illustrator William Stout who will be representing his friend Dave Stevens, who created The Rocketeer Comics.
Here is the complete announcement courtesy of Walt Disney’s D23:
BURBANK, CA, May 19, 2011 – In 1991 when The Rocketeer hit theaters, actor Bill Campbell effortlessly won fans over with his sincere portrayal of the heroic Cliff Secord. In honor of the 20th anniversary of this Disney film favorite, Campbell will participate in a panel discussion hosted by writer/producer/director — and self-proclaimed Rocketeer fan — Kevin Smith. The panel will occur immediately before an exclusive screening of the film on June 21, 2011 at the legendary El Capitan Theatre, where the film premiered two decades ago, transporting audiences to a golden age of thrills, glamour and, of course, sleek jet packs. Members of D23: The Official Disney Fan Club had an opportunity to secure tickets for themselves before seats are sold to the general public.
In addition to the rocket man himself, the panel will also feature Academy Award®-winning makeup artist Rick Baker (whose other work for Disney includes Enchanted and Captain EO) the two screenwriters responsible for the acclaimed film, Danny Bilson (GoldenEye: Rogue Agent) and Paul De Meo (James Bond 007: Everything or Nothing), and as a special treat, renowned illustrator William Stout (Pan’s Labyrinth, The Muppet Wizard of Oz) will be on hand, representing his friend Dave Stevens, creator of The Rocketeer comics.* Other talent will be announced in the coming weeks.
Following the movie, guests are invited to tour the Hollywood Museum — located in the nearby historic Max Factor building — and explore the museum’s four floors of exhibits as well as a special exhibition of props and costumes from The Rocketeer, curated exclusively for this event by the Walt Disney Archives.
The Rocketeer follows the adventures of stunt pilot Cliff Secord (Billy Campbell) who discovers a stolen rocket pack and sets off on a series of heroic (and sometimes hilarious) adventures that attract the attention of Howard Hughes, the FBI, gangsters, a band of Nazis and one aspiring actress, namely Cliff’s girlfriend Jenny ( Oscar® winner Jennifer Connolly ).
Directed by Joe Johnson, the film also stars Terry O’Quinn, Alan Arkin, Timothy Dalton and Paul Sorvino.
Check out the Rocketeer Trailer.
Tickets are currently available for $50 per person.
D23 Members and their guests will receive a special commemorative Rocketeer gift. All attendees are invited to attend the special Rocketeer exhibit following the film, where there will also be exclusive, limited-edition Rocketeer collectibles available for purchase from D23 and event co-sponsor, Creature Features.
Event check-in begins at 6:45 p.m. at the El Capitan Theatre, 6838 Hollywood Blvd; panel and screening begins at 7:30 p.m. The Walt Disney Archives exhibit will follow the screening from 9:45 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. at the HollywoodMuseum located at 1660 N. Highland Ave.
About D23 The name “D23” pays homage to the wonder and excitement that began in 1923 when Walt Disney opened his fledgling studio in Hollywood. D23 is the first official community for fans in Disney’s 88-year history. D23 gives its members a greater connection to the entire world of Disney by placing them in the middle of the magic through its quarterly publication, Disney twenty-three; a rich website at Disney D23 ; a collectibles line, the Walt Disney Archives Collection; and special events for D23 Members throughout the year. Fans can join D23 at Join D23, select shops at Disneyland® Resort and Walt Disney World® Resort and The Disney Store .
About Creature Features The name Creature Features has served the creators and collectors of science fiction, fantasy and horror as one of the film and TV industry’s most comprehensive resources of memorabilia for over thirty years. Owned and operated by Taylor White, this popular institution offers a vast array of genre-themed artifacts through its retail gallery in Sierra Madre, CA while also sponsoring film screenings, publishing books, producing classic soundtracks on CD and hosting a series of popular art gallery exhibits throughout Los Angeles. The company’s presence can also be seen at numerous conventions, including Monsterpalooza, Comic-Con International and WonderFest. For more information visit: Creature Features.
*Talent subject to availability.
