Directed by James Cameron
Produced by James Cameron
Jon Landau
Written by James Cameron
Starring Sam Worthington
Zoë Saldaña
Stephen Lang
Michelle Rodriguez
Giovanni Ribisi
Sigourney Weaver
Music by James Horner
Cinematography Mauro Fiore
Editing by James Cameron
John Refoua
Stephen E. Rivkin
Distributed by 20th Century Fox
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Invictus
PROFILE OVERVIEW
Theatrical Release:
* Friday, December 11, 2009 (Wide)
Starring: view full cast
* Morgan Freeman
* Matt Damon
* Robert Hobbs
* Langley Kirkwood
* Tony Kgoroge
Directed by:
* Clint Eastwood
Genres:
* Drama
SYNOPSIS
The film tells the inspiring true story of how Nelson Mandela joined forces with the captain of South Africa's rugby team to help unite their country. Newly elected President Mandela knows his nation remains racially and economically divided in the wake of apartheid. Believing he can bring his people together through the universal language of sport, Mandela rallies South Africa's underdog rugby team as they make an unlikely run to the 1995 World Cup Championship match.
Sri Lanka - National Tree
National Tree
NA (iron wood) or (Mesua Ferrea)
This rain forest tree grows to about 30 m high and indigenous to the lower wet Zone of Sri Lanka. Remarkable Features of NA is beautiful bright Red Leaves and finally matured in to a deep green. Timber has a very hardness and durability and used to make bridges in the early times. But now not allowed for timber due to its religious value. It's believed that the first visit of Buddha was to grove of a NA Tree at Miyanganaya and also the next Buddha (mithriya) will attain enlightenment under a NA tree. The flower of NA is also used in herbal medicine and preparation of perfumes, cosmetics and soaps. This was named as the National Tree in 1986.
Ninja Assassin
PROFILE OVERVIEW
Theatrical Release:
Wednesday, November 25, 2009 (Wide)
Starring: view full cast
* Rain
* Naomie Harris
* Ben Miles Sho
* Rick Yune
* Matthew Sand
Directed by:
* James McTeigue
Genres:
Action Adventure
Distributor:
Warner Bros. Pictures
SYNOPSIS
Raizo is one of the deadliest assassins in the world. Taken from the streets as a child, he was transformed into a trained killer by the Ozunu Clan, a secret society whose very existence is considered a myth. But haunted by the merciless execution of his friend by the Clan, Raizo breaks free from them...and vanishes. Now he waits, preparing to exact his revenge. In Berlin, Europol agent Mika Coretti has stumbled upon a money trail linking several political murders to an underground network of untraceable assassins from the Far East. Defying the orders of her superior, Ryan Maslow, Mika digs into top secret agency files to learn the truth behind the murders. Her investigation makes her a target, and the Ozunu Clan sends a team of killers, led by the lethal Takeshi, to silence her forever. Raizo saves Mika from her attackers, but he knows that the Clan will not rest until they are both eliminated. Now, entangled in a deadly game of cat and mouse through the streets of Europe, Raizo and Mika must trust one another if they hope to survive...and finally bring down the elusive Ozunu Clan.
Sony Ericsson Xperia X10 officially announced
Sony Ericsson calls this model a real leader, because it combines a lot of modern developments, in particular, 8-megapixel camera and processor with a clock frequency of 1 GHz. Original Android interface has been replaced by visual superstructure Rachael, who will turn the management of the communicator in the game. She is very beautiful and user-friendly, it is clear that the developers tried. The unit did not have given a name X3 for two reasons: to avoid confusion with telephone Nokia X3, and because the X1 and X2 - a communicator on Windows Mobile, and the X10 - it has guglofon with Google Android. Interestingly, this device is not the latest version of OSes, not 2.0, but only 1,6. X10 goes on sale in the first quarter of next year, with several color options - gothic-black and bright white.
Specifications:
* Display - touchscreen, 4-inch, 262 144 colors, WVGA, 480 x 854;
* Camera - 8.1 megapixel, 16x digital zoom, autofocus, face detection function, stabilizer, video recording;
* Processor - Qualcomm Snapdragon QSD8250 (1 GHz);
* Integrated memory - up to 1 GB;
* Support for memory cards - microSD;
* Ports - microUSB, 3,5-millimeter audio output;
* Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, A-GPS, Google Maps;
* OS - Android Donut, version 1.6;
* Network - UMTS HSPA 900/1700/2100 + GSM GPRS / EDGE 850/900/1800/1900 + UMTS HSPA 800/1900/2100 + GSM GPRS / EDGE 850/900/1800/1900;
* Dimensions - 119 x 63 x 13 mm;
* Weight - 135 g.
Alvin and the Chipmunks: The Squeakquel
PROFILE OVERVIEW
Theatrical Release:
* Wednesday, December 23, 2009 (Wide)
Starring: view full cast
* Justin Long
* Jesse McCartney
* Matthew Gray Gubler
* Jason Lee
* Cameron Richardson
Directed by:
* Betty Thomas
Genres:
* Adventure Sequel Family Animation
Distributor:
* 20th Century Fox
SYNOPSIS
In the "Alvin and the Chipmunks: The Squeakuel", pop sensations Alvin, Simon and Theodore end up in the care of Dave Seville’s twenty-something nephew Toby (Zachary Levi). The boys must put aside music superstardom to return to school, and are tasked with saving the school’s music program by winning the $25,000 prize in a battle of the bands. But the Chipmunks unexpectedly meet their match in three singing chipmunks known as "The Chipettes" – Brittany, Eleanor and Jeanette. Romantic and musical sparks are ignited when the Chipmunks and Chipettes square off.
Sri Lanka - National Flower
National Flower
Nil Manel or blue water lily
or Nymphaea stellata
In February 1986 blue water lily was chosen as the National flower. Found all the part of Sri Lanka and grows in the shallow water. Petals arranged like a star and the flat round waterproof leaves are bright green. It`s a symbol of purity and truth. It has a sweet fragrance and used for offering at Buddhist Temples and rituals for god Vishnu.Sigiriya frescoes of women holds these flowers in their hands. Seeds and the tubes used as a vegetable by villagers and also leaves, stem and flowers used in herbal medicine and dried flowers used to make pillows and says It produces happy dreams
Uncertainty
PROFILE OVERVIEW
Theatrical Release:
* Friday, November 13, 2009
Starring:
* Lynn Collins
* Joseph Gordon-Levitt
Directed by:
* Scott McGehee
* David Siegel
Genres:
Drama Thriller
Distributor:
IFC Films
SYNOPSIS
A young couple find one seemingly ordinary July 4th cleaved in two by the flip of a coin on the Brooklyn Bridge.
What if? A couple at a crossroads in their relationship, facing, one fateful July 4, the seemingly simple decision between a family barbecue or dim sum in Chinatown. Splitting the tale in two, exploring what happens as the couple follow both options and the consequences of making a choice--or not. 
2012 We Were Warned. Also known as: "Farewell Atlantis"
PROFILE OVERVIEW
Theatrical Release:Friday, November 13, 2009 (Wide; 3,000 theaters)
Starring:
* John Cusack
* Chiwetel Ejiofor
* Oliver Platt
* Danny Glover
* Woody Harrelson
Directed by:
* Roland Emmerich
Genres:Drama Action Adventure Fantasy Sci-Fi Family
Distributor:Sony Pictures
SYNOPSIS
Never before has a date in history been so significant to so many cultures, so many religions, scientists, and governments. "2012" is an epic adventure about a global cataclysm that brings an end to the world and tells of the heroic struggle of the survivors.
Honda V4
Honda has just pulled the covers off a radical new concept motorcycle at the Intermot show in Cologne, Germany. Technically, there isn't much here that's real, but there's still plenty to dissect. Honda is obviously feverishly working on a new V4 engine and that will soon show up in a production bike. Rumor has it that the Japanese company is taking another look at oval pistons, which would allow for more valves and larger combustion chambers. Could this powerplant show up in a new Interceptor? While this is currently nothing more than a sculpture, so was the new VMax when Yamaha first showed that concept. Studying the lines a bit, we can tell that this wouldn't likely be a race bike, but more likely a new street-going model. We also see hubless wheels, which would be an extremely far-out bit of tech if they were to make it into production. Is that possible? According to Honda, yes. Big Red is saying this design is a "new beginning" for the company and the direction that it's headed, and that sounds awfully exciting. We'll be watching.
RESS RELEASE:
Cologne, Germany, October 7, 2008-- Honda Motor Europe Ltd. exhibited the World Premiere V4 Concept Model at Intermot Cologne. The V4 Concept Model proposes a new, sensual design direction based on Honda's trademark 4-cylinder V- engine.
This year Honda celebrates its 60th anniversary as a company and next year the 50th anniversary of its participation in road racing, as well as the 30th anniversary of racing with an innovative 4-cylinder V-engine with oval pistons. Considering these milestones, Honda chose "The New Beginning" as its exhibition theme leading into 2009 and exhibited the V4 Concept Model which signifies the beginning of a new era.
For Intermot, Honda collected and exhibited successive V4 race machines as well as mass-market motorcycle products which were developed by feeding back the technologies cultivated through participation in challenging race competition, enabling visitors to review the lineage of 30 years of V4 engine technologies and see how Honda will take motorcycling somewhere it has not been before. The exhibition also offers an easy-to-understand introduction to various challenges Honda has undertaken in order to create joy for its customers, by utilizing its technologies that have been continuously advanced through Honda's 60-year history and by its participation in motorsports.
Honda understands the global trend today that motorcycle users see increasing value in more emotional and sensual performance during the real world riding experience rather than absolute performance measured in numeric specifications. On another front, user friendly features that meet with human sensibilities are also becoming important along with safety and environmental features, especially in mature markets.
Honda believes that the challenge to create attractive products with an increased focus on sensual performance will be the key for the future. At the same time, safety and environmental technologies as well as future energy technologies will continue to become an important theme for the development of motorcycle products. Moreover, in order to offer a comfortable life with motorcycles for a larger number of customers, Honda will put increased focus on the human-fitting match of rider and machine. Conceived around the trademark 4-cylinder V-engine, the V4 Concept Model expresses functional beauty as well as a more sensual image to appeal more to the emotions of people. Embodying Honda's passion for motorcycle development, the V4 Concept Model expresses the unique characteristics of Honda for a new era.
The V4 Concept Model mobilizes the driving forces of Honda - dreams, challenges, and creating new value. Honda positions this model as "the new beginning" of Honda's motorcycles.
NCAA Basketball 10 from Electronic Arts
CAA Basketball 10 brings you the best of EA SPORTS basketball, refined and polished for the NCAA fan. NCAA Basketball 10 unearths the core of college basketball – excitement, emotion, intensity, and tradition. A laser focus on improving and refining core gameplay has resulted in the most fluid college basketball game to date with all the energy, excitement and pageantry of the college game.
College basketball is known for its strategic and calculated nature. NCAA Basketball 10 lets you use the unique styles and strategic motion offenses of every NCAA team to reach your full potential on the court. Force your opponent to play on your terms and let your team’s strengths shine.
For the first time, watch your Maui Invitational or March Madness final broadcast with full CBS or ESPN integration; hear the shots being called by real CBS SPORTS and ESPN NCAA Basketball announcers; and witness the spirited crowds roar and mascots dance as you take home the win.
Features:
* Gameplay Enhancements: This year’s game engine has been tuned and refined to bring you the most fluid college basketball experience to date. A new shot control system simplifies shooting to the touch of a button, and new locomotion allows players to move intelligently based on their position. You’ll see all the action in the game that you see on the court – from hustle plays and diving for loose balls to players cutting hard to the hoop on the backdoor pass.
* Authentic Broadcast Integration: Experience complete and authentic broadcast integration for the first time in sports video game history. From the classic CBS presentation of March Madness and animated personalities of Gus Johnson and Bill Raftery, to Dick Vitale’s one liners and ESPN graphics, NCAA Basketball 10 brings you all the excitement and tradition of every NCAA game no matter what time of year.
* Signature Motion Offenses: Each school brings a different flavor to the court in NCAA Basketball 10 with signature motion offences, including the Dribble Drive, Princeton and Zone Motion. Play to your school’s strengths and use ‘motion movement control’ to open up scoring opportunities with the touch of a button.
* Toughest Places to Play: Some arenas are notorious for electric and oppressive crowds, making them the toughest placer to play in the NCAA. Fans from around the country have chosen the top 20 toughest stadiums, and NCAA Basketball 10 has made scoring on their courts as daunting as it is in real life. Take your team to North Carolina, Clemson, and Xavier, and feel the pressure with camera shaking crowd intensity, tougher free throws, and hostile crowds.
Disney's A Christmas Carol Movie
PROFILE OVERVIEW
Theatrical Release: Friday, November 6, 2009 (Wide; 3,683 theaters)
Starring:
* Jim Carrey
* Cary Elwes
* Colin Firth
* Bob Hoskins
* Robin Wright Penn
Directed by: Robert Zemeckis
Genres: Comedy Family Animation Holiday
Distributor: Walt Disney Pictures
SYNOPSIS
"Disney's A Christmas Carol", a multi-sensory thrill ride re-envisioned by Academy Award®-winning filmmaker Robert Zemeckis, captures the fantastical essence of the classic Dickens tale in a groundbreaking 3-D motion picture event. Ebenezer Scrooge (Jim Carrey) begins the Christmas holiday with his usual miserly contempt, barking at his faithful clerk (Gary Oldman) and his cheery nephew (Colin Firth). But when the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Yet to Come take him on an eye-opening journey revealing truths Old Scrooge is reluctant to face, he must open his heart to undo years of ill will before it’s too late.
If you were trying to think of the ideal role for craggy-faced British thespian Gary Oldman, then Tiny Tim, the limping little cherub from Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol, would probably appear somewhere near the bottom of any compiled list. But, thanks to the digital hocus-pocus offered by Back to the Future director Robert Zemeckis’s continuing experiments in 3D motion capture cinema, this November will see the erstwhile Commissioner Jim Gordon being given the, surely once-in-a-lifetime, chance to play a sickly child in Victorian London. Starring in this latest of countless movie versions of Dickens’ classic tale is Jim Carrey, who not only tackles the lead of Ebeneezer Scrooge but also plays all three of the Ghosts who visit the curmudgeonly miser on a fateful Christmas Eve. As noted, Oldman is Tiny Tim, and he is also playing that character’s father Bob Cratchit, as well as Scrooge’s deceased business partner Jacob Marley.
Disney's A Christmas Carol Movie Trailer
Sri Lanka - National Emblem
Sri Lanka used the British emblem when it was a British Crown Colony and this continued after gaining independence in 1948. According to the recommendation of a select committee appointed to devise a state emblem more suitable for Sri Lanka (Ceylon) we opted for a new state emblem. It had a lion with sword in its right fore paw encircled with a 'Palapethi' design atop. Below there was a strip carrying the country's name in Sinhala, Tamil and English. A new Republican emblem was chosen after the country was declared a Republic on May 22nd, 1972. In addition to the lion with sword and the 'Palapethi' design it portrays the punkalasa, dhammachakka, sun, moon and two sheaves of paddy.
The coat of arms features a gold lion passant, holding a sword in its right fore paw (the same lion from the flag of Sri Lanka) in the centre on a maroon background surrounded by golden petals of a Blue Lotus the national flower of the country. This is placed on top of a traditional grain vase that sprouts sheaves of rice grains that circle the border reflecting prosperity.
The crest is the Dharmacakra, symbolizing the country's foremost place for Buddhism and just rule. Traditional Sinhalese heraldic symbols for the sun and the moon form the supporters.
Coat of arms of The Dominion of Ceylon (1952-1972)
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