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Benjamin Walker, Teresa Palmer, Tom Welling And Nicholas Sparks Discuss THE CHOICE

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Interview conducted by Gary Salem

When feisty medical student Gabby Holland moves in next door to perennial ladies’ man Travis Shaw, they embark on a surprising romantic journey neither imagined possible. Travis has always believed a serious relationship would cramp his easygoing lifestyle, while Gabby is preparing to settle down with her long-term boyfriend—until an irresistible attraction between the unlikely couple upends both of their well-planned lives. Spanning a decade and tracing the evolution of a love affair that is ultimately tested by life’s most defining events, this story features a memorable ensemble of friends and family in Nicholas Sparks’s beloved North Carolina setting, culminating with the question that every couple must ask themselves: how far would you go to keep the hope of love alive?

Directed by Ross Katz, THE CHOICE stars Benjamin Walker, Teresa Palmer, Maggie Grace, Alexandra Daddario, Tom Welling and two time Academy Award-nominee Tom Wilkinson.

We Are Movie Geeks sat down with Benjamin Walker, Teresa Palmer, Tom Welling and Nicholas Sparks and asked them about the choices that went into making THE CHOICE and got to know them a little better with a fun Movie Geeks Speed Round of their personal choices.

Benjamin and Teresa on making the adjustment from big budget movies full of visual effects to a romantic drama:

Their characters have dogs that play a big part in the story and Benjamin and Teresa were comfortable acting with their canine co-stars:

Benjamin and Teresa provide a crash course in filming a hot love scene with a tall actor:

Benjamin and Teresa choose between Coke and Pepsi, Star Wars or Star Trek, iPhone or Android, Call or Text, Twitter or Facebook (or Instagram), The Beatles or Rolling Stones, Leno or Letterman, Fallon or Colbert, DC or Marvel, 2D or 3D, Vampires or Zombies (Benjamin starred in Abraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter and Teresa starred in Warm Bodies), New York or L.A., working on stage or screen…and do they sleep nude or in PJs:

Nicholas talks about using North Carolina as the setting for his novels and the choices that led him to move there:

Nicholas on the choice of writing the screenplays based on his novels:

Tom on starring in a long-running TV series versus a feature film:

Nicholas and Tom played the Movie Geeks Speed Round:

THE CHOICE opens with Thursday evening showings. Purchase your tickets here: tickets.thechoice.movie/showtimes

THE CHOICE opens on Friday, February 5th

Visit the official site: www.thechoice.movie

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Win Passes To The Advance Screening Of THE CHOICE In St. Louis

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Based on the emotional and inspiring novel by literary superstar Nicholas Sparks, THE CHOICE chronicles the power of love from a young couple’s rocky first meeting to a life-long romance that will be tested as their lives take a turn that neither of them ever anticipated.

When feisty medical student Gabby Holland moves in next door to perennial ladies’ man Travis Shaw, they embark on a surprising romantic journey neither imagined possible. Travis has always believed a serious relationship would cramp his easygoing lifestyle, while Gabby is preparing to settle down with her long-term boyfriend – until an irresistible attraction between the unlikely couple upends both of their well-planned lives.

Spanning a decade and tracing the evolution of a love affair that is ultimately tested by life’s most defining events, this story features a memorable ensemble of friends and family in Sparks’s beloved North Carolina setting, culminating with the question that every couple must ask themselves: how far would you go to keep the hope of love alive?

Directed by Ross Katz and starring Benjamin Walker, Teresa Palmer, Maggie Grace, Alexandra Daddario, Tom Welling, Brett Rice, and Tom Wilkinson, THE CHOICE opens in theaters on February 5, 2016.

WAMG invites you to enter for a chance to win a pass (Good for 2) to the advance screening of THE CHOICE on Tuesday, February 2 at 7PM in the St. Louis area.

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Answer the following:

Touching, emotional and deeply affecting, Nicholas Sparks’ books have also become the basis for a series of hugely successful movies including The Longest Ride, The Best of Me, Safe Haven, The Lucky One, Message in a Bottle, A Walk to Remember, Nights in Rodanthe and The Notebook.

Including THE CHOICE, how many previous books by Nicholas Sparks have been adapted for the big screen?

  1. 10
  2. 8
  3. 11

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THE CHOICE is rated PG-13 For sexual content and some thematic issues.

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Benjamin Walker, Teresa Palmer And Tom Wilkinson Star In Mushy Trailer For THE CHOICE

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This new trailer for THE CHOICE will definitely make you awwww.

The new romantic drama starring Teresa Palmer and Benjamin Walker, based on the acclaimed novel by New York Time’s bestselling author Nicholas Sparks.

When feisty medical student Gabby Holland moves in next door to perennial ladies’ man Travis Shaw, it sends them both on a romantic journey neither ever dreamed possible. Travis has always believed a serious relationship with a woman would cramp his easygoing lifestyle, while Gabby is all set to settle down her long-term boyfriend-until an irresistible attraction between the unlikely couple upends both of their well-planned lives.

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After a whirlwind courtship, Gabby and Travis wed and build a family together, making every decision hand-in-hand until one of them is forced to make the most important choice of their life alone. A poignant and life-affirming celebration of love, marriage and family that explores the most heart-wrenching question of all: how far would you go to keep the hope of love alive?

From New York Times Bestselling author Nicholas Sparks, THE CHOICE also stars Maggie Grace, Alexandra Daddario, Tom Welling, Brett Rice and Tom Wilkinson.

THE CHOICE opens in theaters February 5, 2016.

Visit the official site: www.thechoice.movie

IN A WORLD FULL OF UNCERTAINTY AND DIFFICULT DECISIONS…#CHOOSELOVE

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New Poster For THE CHOICE Arrives

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Lionsgate has released a new poster for director Ross Katz’s THE CHOICE starring Teresa Palmer and Benjamin Walker.

When feisty medical student Gabby Holland moves in next door to perennial ladies’ man Travis Shaw, it sends them both on a romantic journey neither ever dreamed possible. Travis has always believed a serious relationship with a woman would cramp his easygoing lifestyle, while Gabby is all set to settle down her long-term boyfriend-until an irresistible attraction between the unlikely couple upends both of their well-planned lives.

After a whirlwind courtship, Gabby and Travis wed and build a family together, making every decision hand-in-hand until one of them is forced to make the most important choice of their life alone.

A poignant and life-affirming celebration of love, marriage and family that explores the most heart-wrenching question of all: how far would you go to keep the hope of love alive?

Check out the sweet trailer below.

Katz previously helmed the excellent TAKING CHANCE (2009) starring Kevin Bacon. Bacon received a Golden Globe Award and a Screen Actors Guild Award. The film received ten nominations for the 61st Primetime Emmy Awards, winning the Emmy for “Outstanding Single-Camera Picture Editing for a Miniseries or Movie.” See this superb movie.

From the mind of New York Times Bestseller Nicholas Sparks, THE CHOICE stars Benjamin Walker, Teresa Palmer, Maggie Grace, Alexandra Daddario, Tom Welling, Brett Rice and Tom Wilkinson.

THE CHOICE opens in theaters February 5, 2016.

Visit the official site: www.thechoice.movie

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First Poster And Trailer For Nicholas Sparks’ THE CHOICE Film

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Opening in theaters in time for Valentine’s Day, here’s a first look at the new trailer and poster for THE CHOICE.

From New York Times Bestselling Author Nicholas Sparks, witness an incredible love story full of romance, hope, and heart-wrenching choices when Travis Shaw (Benjamin Walker) meets the beautiful Gabby Holland (Teresa Palmer).

THE CHOICE tells the story of Travis Shaw and Gabby Holland, who meet first as neighbors in a small coastal town and end up pursuing a relationship that neither could have foreseen.

Spanning a decade and tracing the evolution of a love affair that is ultimately tested by life’s most defining events, this story features a memorable ensemble of friends and family in Sparks’ beloved North Carolina setting, culminating in the question that every couple must ask themselves: how far would you go to keep the hope of love alive?

The movie also features Maggie Grace, Alexandra Daddario, Tom Welling, Brett Rice, and Tom Wilkinson.

THE CHOICE hits theaters nationwide on February 5, 2016.

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Photo Credit: Dana Hawley

ADULT BEGINNERS Trailer Features Rose Byrne, Nick Kroll And Bobby Cannavale

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A young, hipster entrepreneur (Nick Kroll) crashes and burns on the eve of his company’s big launch. With his entire life in disarray, he leaves Manhattan to move in with his estranged pregnant sister (Rose Byrne), brother-in-law (Bobby Cannavale) and three year-old nephew in the suburbs — only to become their manny. Faced with real responsibility, he may finally have to grow up — but not without some bad behavior first.

From director Ross Katz, here’s the new trailer for ADULT BEGINNERS.

Katz made his directorial debut with the HBO film “Taking Chance.” Beginning as a film producer, the ADULT BEGINNERS director said, “My dream came true when a script called “Brother’s Keeper” (now titled “Adult Beginners”) landed on my desk. Written by the brilliant Liz Flahive and Jeff Cox, with a story originated by comedian and actor Nick Kroll, I was absolutely blown away as I tore through the script. I wanted to make a comedy, but not just a comedy – a comedy that had real drama and an enormous amount of heart. That’s exactly what I found in this script.

Not only was the script extraordinary, but I was in the lucky position of having three of the most versatile leading actors already attached to the script: Rose Byrne, Nick Kroll (also a producer), and Bobby Cannavale. These three actors are a gift for a director…they were each stunningly versatile in helping balance the comedy and the drama and the heart. There is no greater joy for a director than working with accomplished actors, and these three often stepped out of their comfort zones to find their characters.”

The film also stars Paula Garces, Jane Krakowski, Joel McHale, Bobby Moynihan, Mike Birbiglia and Josh Charles.

ADULT BEGINNERS opens in theaters and VOD April 24.

Production Begins on THE CHOICE – Based on Nicholas Sparks Novel

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Production is set to begin today in Wilmington, NC on the Lionsgate film THE CHOICE based on the #1 New York Times best-selling author Nicholas Sparks’s novel of the same name.

Directed by Ross Katz (“Taking Chance”) and adapted for the screen by Bryan Sipe (“A Million Miles”), the film stars Benjamin Walker, Teresa Palmer, Maggie Grace, Alexandra Daddario, Tom Welling and Tom Wilkinson.

Sparks and Theresa Park are partnering with Peter Safran (“The Conjuring,” “Annabelle”) to produce and finance the film, the first independent feature from Nicholas Sparks Productions.

THE CHOICE tells the story of Travis Parker (Walker) and Gabby Holland (Palmer), who meet first as neighbors in a small coastal town and end up pursuing a relationship that neither could have foreseen. Spanning a decade and tracing the evolution of a love affair that is ultimately tested by life’s most defining events, this story features a memorable ensemble of friends and family in Sparks’s beloved North Carolina setting, culminating in the question that every couple must ask themselves: how far would you go to keep the hope of love alive?

Lionsgate’s Jason Constantine, president of acquisitions and co-productions and Eda Kowan, executive vice president, acquisitions and co-productions will oversee the project for the studio.  Good Universe is handling international sales for the film.

Sparks has written 17 novels, all New York Times best-sellers, that have sold more than 95 million copies worldwide and been translated into over 50 languages.  Eight of Sparks’s books have been made into films, including such box office hits as “The Notebook,” “Message in a Bottle,” “A Walk to Remember,” “Dear John” and “The Lucky One.” “The Best of Me,” the film adaptation of one of his latest novels is due in theaters on October 17 and the adaptation of his novel “The Longest Ride” is currently in post-production.