robertlane Posted August 14, 2013 Report Share Posted August 14, 2013 (edited) Ford Shelby GT500 Stars With Ethan Hawke And Selena Gomez In Action Thriller "Getaway" Team Shelby – 13 August 2013 – When After Dark Films needed to cast a high performance car for their action thriller “Getaway,” they tapped the iconic Ford Shelby GT500 Super Snake built by Shelby American, a wholly owned subsidiary of Carroll Shelby International Inc., (CSBI.PK). The legendary muscle car will appear on the silver screen with Ethan Hawke and Selena Gomez on August 30, 2013, when Warner Bros. opens “Getaway” nationwide, thanks to the efforts of Carroll Shelby Licensing Inc. In addition, beginning August 14, fans can enter online at FandangoGetawaySweeps.com for the chance to win their very own 2014 Ford Shelby GT500 Super Snake, inspired by the car from the film.Two genuine Shelby GT500 Super Snakes were used to make the film. One was driven in scenes filmed on location in Bulgaria while another was tapped for audio recording in Los Angeles. The film’s director and producer, Courtney Solomon, made the decision to use a Shelby.“Since ’Getaway’ takes place in a foreign country, I felt strongly that we needed the quintessential American muscle car with enough star power to shine with Ethan and Selena,” said Solomon. “With 725 horsepower, amazing capabilities and great looks, the Ford Shelby GT500 Super Snake was ideal for this ‘role.’ Our film hasn’t even opened yet, but the tremendous interest in ‘Getaway’ by car enthusiasts is impressive. We look forward to taking audiences on the ride of their lives in the Shelby Super Snake.” The film is a gritty, heart-pounding thriller in which former racecar driver, Brent Magna (Hawke), is pitted against the clock. Desperately trying to save the life of his kidnapped wife, Brent commandeers a custom Ford Shelby GT500 Super Snake, taking it and its unwitting owner (Gomez) on a high-speed race against time, at the command of the mysterious villain holding his wife hostage.“We were pleased when the filmmakers chose the Shelby GT500 Super Snake for their movie,” said Tracey Smith, president of Carroll Shelby Licensing. “Over the years, Shelby cars have become a pop culture symbol of the American spirit and performance. The majority of Shelbys featured in past films were built in the 60’s, so we’re thrilled that ‘Getaway’ includes a modern GT500 Super Snake to illustrate how the brand continues to push the boundaries of power and performance today.” The Super Snake post-title package for the Ford Shelby GT500 pushes the muscle car into the highest realm of performance. The Shelby American team improves the horsepower, braking, handling and styling of the car, turning it into the most capable street legal vehicle in the world. A limited number are built each year. Packages are available for all 2007-2014 Ford Shelby GT500’s. Customers can build their dream Shelby Super Snake online at http://shelbyamerican.com/buildhome.asp. About Getaway“Getaway” stars Academy Award® nominee Ethan Hawke ( “Training Day,” “The Purge,” “Before Midnight,”) actress and international music sensation Selena Gomez (“Springbreakers,” “Wizards of Waverly Place”), and Academy Award® winner Jon Voight (“Coming Home,” the “National Treasure” films) under the direction of Courtney Solomon (“An American Haunting”), who also produced the film. Rounding out the cast are Rebecca Budig and Bruce Payne.Solomon, Allan Zeman, Moshe Diamant and Christopher Milburn produced the film. The executive producers are Julius R. Nasso, Wayne Marc Godfrey, Robert Jones, Bobby Ranghelov, John Goodman, Dennis L. Pelino, Claudia Bluemhuber, Ian Hutchinson, Joel Silver and Steve Richards. The screenplay was written by Sean Finegan & Gregg Maxwell Parker. Finegan also served as co-producer along with Stephanie Caleb.Warner Bros. Pictures presents, in association with Dark Castle Entertainment, an After Dark Films production, in association with Signature Entertainment, in association with Silver Reel, a film by Courtney Solomon, “Getaway.” Rated PG-13 for intense action, violence and mayhem throughout, some rude gestures and language. Opening August 30, 2013, “Getaway” will be distributed by Warner Bros. Pictures, a Warner Bros. Entertainment Company. getawaymovie.com About Carroll Shelby LicensingAutomotive manufacturer and entrepreneur Carroll Shelby is one of the most famous and successful high performance visionaries in the world. He was also a pioneer for modern automotive licensing programs; beginning in the 1960s, he began licensing his name and designs for various products. He founded Carroll Shelby Licensing Inc., which is the exclusive holder of trademarks and vehicle design rights for some of the most famous muscle cars and high-performance vehicles. CSL also holds trademark rights for Shelby-branded apparel, accessories and collectibles. For more information about the company or licensing opportunities, call (310) 914-1843, or fax (310) 538-8189 or write to Carroll Shelby Licensing, Inc., 19021 S Figueroa St., Gardena, CA, 90248, or visit www.carrollshelby.com, www.shelbylicensing.com or www.carrollshelbyinternational.com. Edited August 14, 2013 by robertlane Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MY500SS Posted August 14, 2013 Report Share Posted August 14, 2013 Should be a blast to see.......................... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SVT NAJA Posted August 14, 2013 Report Share Posted August 14, 2013 ^^ +1... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JeffJ Posted August 14, 2013 Report Share Posted August 14, 2013 (edited) I've got a few tickets for the premier to be held here in Denver on the 27th. Should be fun. I'm still going to have a serious problem with the narrow stripe and wrong body parts on the stunt cars, but I'll just have to get over that! Edited August 14, 2013 by JeffJ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TurboGT Posted August 14, 2013 Report Share Posted August 14, 2013 How come people in the movies always drive with the map lights on at night? Just wonderin. ;-) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
07SGT Posted August 14, 2013 Report Share Posted August 14, 2013 at least it is publicity for Shelby and not the transformer camaro. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MY500SS Posted August 14, 2013 Report Share Posted August 14, 2013 I'll be sure to drive the Super Snake to the movie........show the movie-goers what one looks like in person Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NordicShelby Posted August 14, 2013 Report Share Posted August 14, 2013 Looking forward to taking Savannah to this movie and hope that we win the contest........YEE HAW Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NordicShelby Posted August 14, 2013 Report Share Posted August 14, 2013 Savannah Loves Selena Gomez Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mywickedshelby Posted August 14, 2013 Report Share Posted August 14, 2013 Should be a blast to see.......................... YES, expecially the Premiere~ :shades: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShelbyEra08 Posted August 14, 2013 Report Share Posted August 14, 2013 someone just entered the sweepstakes for the car :happy feet: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jimmy Sak Posted August 14, 2013 Report Share Posted August 14, 2013 I'll be sure to drive the Super Snake to the movie........show the movie-goers what one looks like in person Now that is a great idea!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Secondo Posted August 14, 2013 Report Share Posted August 14, 2013 Show em what a REAL Super Snake looks like, Dan! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shelbymotorsports Posted August 14, 2013 Report Share Posted August 14, 2013 I'll be sure to drive the Super Snake to the movie........show the movie-goers what one looks like in person Contact Randy over at LASAAC or perhaps Jenni at the Foundation for info on the Westwood movie premiere. If there's room you may be able to have your SS on display. Steve Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2007tungstenGT500 Posted August 14, 2013 Report Share Posted August 14, 2013 geez, they couldn't even spring for a lowering kit and some wider rims? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robertlane Posted August 14, 2013 Author Report Share Posted August 14, 2013 I'll be sure to drive the Super Snake to the movie........show the movie-goers what one looks like in person now that would be sweet! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MY500SS Posted August 14, 2013 Report Share Posted August 14, 2013 YES, expecially the Premiere~ :shades: Contact Randy over at LASAAC or perhaps Jenni at the Foundation for info on the Westwood movie premiere. If there's room you may be able to have your SS on display. Steve I'm not saying a word....................... :shades: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MY500SS Posted August 14, 2013 Report Share Posted August 14, 2013 Now that is a great idea!! Show em what a REAL Super Snake looks like, Dan! now that would be sweet! Thanks........................ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ilmor Posted August 23, 2013 Report Share Posted August 23, 2013 I had missed this post. My wife and daughter went to a movie last night, came home all excited saying "you have to see this trailer!!!"... so they showed me the movie trailer on a laptop. Needless to say, I was excited!! Can't wait to see it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JeffJ Posted August 23, 2013 Report Share Posted August 23, 2013 I had missed this post. My wife and daughter went to a movie last night, came home all excited saying "you have to see this trailer!!!"... so they showed me the movie trailer on a laptop. Needless to say, I was excited!! Can't wait to see it. Really ilmor? There's probably 10 different threads about the movie Getaway, it has been a large banner at the top of each page for over a week. Wake up man!!! Just kidding you know! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bill Hamilton Posted August 23, 2013 Report Share Posted August 23, 2013 Got a short timers' calendar going till the local premier of this movie. Think I'll go in the middle of the afternoon and just park my Shelby away from the theater in the middle of the big empty parking lot (LOL). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HARALD KELLEY Posted August 24, 2013 Report Share Posted August 24, 2013 How cool. Display of snakes for those who will see the premier show. Go LA SAAC & Foundation Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MY500SS Posted August 24, 2013 Report Share Posted August 24, 2013 It's with great regret I will not make the Premier for Getaway. I'm so honored to have been asked to attend with my Super Snake. The Shelby community is the very best. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
03 DSG Snake Posted August 24, 2013 Report Share Posted August 24, 2013 It breaks my heart every time I see that rear wing Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ilmor Posted August 24, 2013 Report Share Posted August 24, 2013 Really ilmor? There's probably 10 different threads about the movie Getaway, it has been a large banner at the top of each page for over a week. Wake up man!!! Just kidding you know! That's what I get for always focusing on looking for the words "Shelby GT" before I read.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DubbsFaris Posted August 24, 2013 Report Share Posted August 24, 2013 Seems like it would have been better marketing for SA if they used a later model SS. The are many people that will see this movie and not know you can get a 800+HP SS or a Shelby 1000 even. Im trying very hard to get a premiere gathering here locally as well. I may have to do it in Austin if they don't get this figured out Monday. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Freak Posted August 25, 2013 Report Share Posted August 25, 2013 This looks like an incredibly stupid movie to me, and was possibly made simply to answer the question. "How big of a wuss do you need to be in order for Selena Gomez to intimidate you?" Answer: An Ethan Hawke sized one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DubbsFaris Posted August 25, 2013 Report Share Posted August 25, 2013 Yeah, and if they end up being a love interest, how creepy could that possibly be? Maybe the spin is, he is her real father...lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Freak Posted August 25, 2013 Report Share Posted August 25, 2013 I like those ideas. Maybe they hook up, he leaves his wife to be killed by the gangsters so he can be with Selena without feeling like he cheated on the wife, and THEN they find out she's his daughter... But they stay together. Hey, it could be a prequel to any horror movie where kids get lost in the middle of nowhere and get killed/eaten by a family of inbred freaks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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