Watch Out for March 6, 2018
Arrival of Aliens Ate My Homework
On Digital and DVD
Based on the first book in prolific author Bruce Coville’s globally renowned “Galactic Patrol” series published by Aladdin Books, an imprint of Simon and Schuster Children’s Publishing, Aliens Ate My Homework features creative talent and the voices of some of your favorite and prominent actors and actresses.
• Two-time Emmy Award winner William Shatner (“Star Trek”) and comes from
• Jayden Greig (The Shape of Water)
• Lauren McNamara (“Summer of Dreams”)
• Kirsten Robek (The Edge of Seventeen)
• Dan Payne (Star Trek Beyond, Watchmen)
• Ty Consiglio (Wonder), and
• Alex Zahara (“The Man in the High Castle”)
Director Sean McNamara (The King’s Daughter) takes responsibility for producing one of the most humorous and at the same time suspenseful intergalactic adventure. You will get your own kicks from the local earthly Galactic Patrol chasing an evil alien. Yes, the alien is hiding on Earth, but it doesn’t mean all adventures will be grounded.
• Not of This World: Creating Alien Life Forms – A look at creating some of the film’s Alien characters, showcasing the work of Emmy-winning visual effects maestro Todd Masters and his creature effects team. Viewers will get a peek at what it takes to bring the creatures to life on-set through the magic of prosthetic make-up, as well as practical effects techniques like oversized sets and puppetry.
• Aliens Ate My Homework: From Page to Screen – This piece will give viewers a peek at the process of turning the novel into a film – from concept to production and visual effects. Featuring behind the scenes footage plus interviews with the cast, filmmakers, and author Bruce Coville.
On the Set with Bruce Coville – The beloved author gives viewers a peek at life on the set of Aliens Ate My Homework while providing details on the origins of the Galactic Patrol book series.
• The Galactic Patrol Wants You! – A closer look at the members of the Galactic Patrol featuring Grakker, Madame Pong, Rod Allbright, Elspeth, and Phillogenous Esk Piemondum, aka Phil. In this featurette, the intrepid crew of the Starship Ferkel will reveal details on their current mission and will inform viewers on what it takes to become a member of the Galactic Patrol.
Bonus Features on DVD and Digital
- Not of This World: Creating Alien Life Forms – A look at creating some of the film’s Alien characters, showcasing the work of Emmy-winning visual effects maestro Todd Masters and his creature effects team. Viewers will get a peek at what it takes to bring the creatures to life on-set through the magic of prosthetic make-up, as well as practical effects techniques like oversized sets and puppetry.
- Aliens Ate My Homework: From Page to Screen – This piece will give viewers a peek at the process of turning the novel into a film – from concept to production and visual effects. Featuring behind the scenes footage plus interviews with the cast, filmmakers, and author Bruce Coville.
- On the Set with Bruce Coville – The beloved author gives viewers a peek at life on the set of Aliens Ate My Homework while providing details on the origins of the Galactic Patrol book series.
- The Galactic Patrol Wants You! – A closer look at the members of the Galactic Patrol featuring Grakker, Madame Pong, Rod Allbright, Elspeth, and Phillogenous Esk Piemondum, aka Phil. In this featurette, the intrepid crew of the Starship Ferkel will reveal details on their current mission and will inform viewers on what it takes to become a member of the Galactic Patrol.
As parents, you could truly take advantage of this movie release to get your kids interested in astronomy and reading and expressing themselves orally and in writing. Check out some affordable solar system kits available for self-education and tons of fun!
• Discovery 3D Solar System
• Solar System Planetarium
• Smithsonian Optics Room Planetarium Projector
The movie is based on the book by Bruce Coville “Aliens Ate My Homework.”
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