Around the World in 80 Days (Two-Disc Special Edition)

Phileas Fogg bet his fellow club members that he can circle the globe in eighty days. That may not be impressive today, but in 1872, it was nearly impossible. Accompanied by his valet, Passepartout, and the wandering Princess Aouda, Fogg crosses Europe, India, Japan, the Pacific and the United States.

This Mike Todd production was a star-studded, multi-million dollar extravaganza when first released in 1956. It remains enjoyable family fare, but time has somewhat dulled its shine. Still, it compares favorably to the overly long, TV mini-series starring Pierce Brosnan and Eric Idle.
Elegant David Niven plays the neurotically punctual Phileas Fogg, a British gent who is spurned on by a wager to prove he can travel around the world in 80 days. He is accompanied by his valet, played with persnickety humor by Cantinflas.
Nominated for several Academy Awards, this was written by John Farrow (Mia's dad) and S.J. Perelman, based on Jules Verne's 1873 classic. The fun part is the razzle-dazzle. Todd knew what he was doing with all those exotic locales and over 40 cameo appearances, including Charles Boyer, Ronald Colman, Marlene Dietrich, Jose Greco, Peter Lorre, Buster Keaton, Frank Sinatra, and Red Skelton. A very young Shirley MacLaine was painted and dyed to play a lively Indian Princess. --Rochelle O'Gorman

It took us a good 8 hours to set up the Verb booth proper, but, boy was it worth it. We got many, many compliments on Adrienne's skill with wood and Kristine's eye for the beautiful. We celebrated by having a most wonderful dinner at Vietnamese restaurant PokPok which was the bomb!

The day started like any day at a trade-show - in chaos.

Green Day: Rock Band puts players on stage as multi-platinum selling and Grammy Award winning group Green Day, featuring the band’s most-defining albums and key moments throughout their career to date. Players perform vocals, guitar, bass and drums using award-winning Rock Band technology. 3D visuals and archival material give players a unique view into the music and vision of this pioneering band.

Feel the rush of adrenaline as you take the stage as multi-platinum, Grammy Award-winning group Green Day. Hear the roar of the crowd as you start your set with your band — vocals, guitar, bass and drums coming together to rock this venue. You're bringing your awesome rock-and-roll fantasy to life.


Rock out on guitar as Billie Joe Armstrong!View larger.


Shred the bass while playing as Mike Dirnt! View larger.


Enjoy 47 Green Day songs. View larger.


Play on memorable Green Day instruments. View larger.


Synopsis
Green Day: Rock Band lets you step on stage as a rock star for an immersive gaming experience. Play as custom 3D characters featuring the likenesses of Green Day members Billie Joe Armstrong, Mike Dirnt and Tre Cool as you unleash hot tracks, including American Idiot, Wake Me Up When September Ends, Boulevard of Broken Dreams, Brain Stew, Jaded and Hitchin' A Ride. Progress through the story to unlock more than 100 collectible images and more than 40 minutes of rare and unreleased. Get your friends in on the action with three-part vocal harmonies in multiplayer mode.
Features:
Play as custom 3D characters featuring the likenesses of Green Day members Billie Joe Armstrong, Mike Dirnt and Tre Cool
Enjoy 47 Green Day songs, including American Idiot, Wake Me Up When September Ends, Boulevard of Broken Dreams, Brain Stew,Jaded and Hitchin' A Ride
Full motion-capture technology creates an authentic performance in a variety of venues
Unlock prizes as you progress through the story and history of Green Day
Sing in three-part vocal harmonies with other singers in multiplayer mode
Gain access to the band's media vault to unlock more than 100 collectible images, and more than 40 minutes of rare and unreleased video from interviews, outtakes and performances
Import Green Day DLC onto your Green Day game disc for added vocal harmonies, unique venue visuals and archival material
Compatible with Rock Band and Guitar Hero instruments (not included)
Export Green Day songs into your Rock Band song library to be played in either game (charges may apply)