Museum of Science, Boston

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July 17, 2009

—Deep Sea opens at the Museum of Science's Mugar Omni Theater, June 19—

BOSTON—Imagine diving deep below the ocean's surface to swim alongside some of the world's most unusual aquatic animals—all without getting wet! This summer, moviegoers will venture where few have swum before when they are transported beneath the waves with Deep Sea when it opens at the Museum of Science's Mugar Omni Theater, June 19, 2009.

Shot in nine different locales, including the Sea of Cortez, and The Channel Islands, Deep Sea transports audiences to a myriad of locations around the globe deep below the vast ocean—one of the least explored areas on earth—to witness the rare and unusual creatures that call the ocean home. Here, these ocean dwelling inhabitants display their peculiar and amazing behaviors and show their reliance on one another for survival. The Mugar Omni Theater's 180-degree IMAX® domed-screen will surround viewers with a complete underwater experience bringing them face-to-face with a colorful cast of characters from the fearsome Humboldt squid to the unusual wolf eel and the graceful manta ray.

With never-before-seen footage, Deep Sea reveals the unique interactions of sea life in its natural habitat and the unusual relationships that exist between sea creatures. From the mantis shrimp putting on a fearsome show to reef fish nibbling algae off a sea turtle's shell audiences will experience what it takes to survive in the world under the waves. Deep Sea is a light-hearted, underwater adventure focused on celebrating and understanding the beautiful and inspiring underwater world and its colorful inhabitants.

Deep Sea is directed by world-renowned underwater cinematographer, Howard Hall, produced by Toni Myers and Michele Hall, executive produced by Graeme Ferguson and narrated by Johnny Depp and Kate Winslet with an original score by Danny Elfman.

Sponsored by Premier Partner The MathWorks, Deep Sea shows in Boston in the Mugar Omni Theater beginning June 19. Admission to the Mugar Omni Theater is $9 for adults, $8 for seniors (60+) and $7 for children (3-11). Evening Omni Discounts are available daily, after 6 p.m.: $6.50 for adults, $5.50 for seniors, and $4.50 for children. For more information or to purchase tickets in advance, please call 617/723-2500, (TTY) 617/589-0417, or visit mos.org

About IMAX Corporation:

Founded in 1967, IMAX Corporation is the newest distribution platform for Hollywood content and one of the world's leading entertainment technology companies. IMAX delivers the world's best cinematic presentations using proprietary IMAX, IMAX® 3D, and IMAX DMR® technology. IMAX DMR (Digital Re-mastering) makes it possible for virtually any 35mm film to be transformed into the unparalleled image and sound quality of The IMAX Experience. The IMAX brand is recognized throughout the world for extraordinary and immersive entertainment experiences. As of September 30, 2005, there were 261 IMAX theatres operating in more than 38 countries.

IMAX®, IMAX® 3D, IMAX DMR® and The IMAX Experience® are trademarks of IMAX Corporation. More information on the Company can be found at www.imax.com.

About the Museum of Science:

One of the world's largest science centers, the Museum of Science takes a hands-on approach to science, attracting approximately 1.5 million visitors a year through its vibrant programs and over 700 interactive exhibits. Highlights include the Thomson Theater of Electricity, home of the world's largest air-insulated Van de Graaff generator; the Charles Hayden Planetarium; the Mugar Omni Theater, a 180-degree IMAX® domed theatre; and the Gordon Current Science & Technology Center (GCS&T), which offers breaking news stories to the public with interpretation by Museum staff. In 2004, the Museum launched the National Center for Technological Literacy® (NCTL)®—helping facilitate a nationwide expansion of technology literacy by working with regional schools, offering educational products and programs for pre-K-12 students and teachers, creating curricula, and supporting an online resource center. For more information, visit mos.org.

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