Monday, March 22, 2010

“Arabia has been very well received since it’s opening here in Boston. From my office next to the theater exit I often hear “Thoughtful”, “Eye-opening”, “Learned lots I never knew before” and not a few “Wows” and “Cool”. Several teachers I’ve spoken with feel strongly that students AND their parents will get a helpful cultural perspective from the film and have an exciting time visually in the process. And the music? It’s gorgeous, as more than a few visitors have been overheard to say. You need to experience this film, not just see it.”
-- Robin Doty, Omni IMAX Theatre Manager
Museum of Science, Boston

“Arabia is one of the most powerful Imax films we have ever shown. The subject matter and storytelling are compelling and the film is really resonating with our audiences. “
-- Richard Conti, Director/CEO
Science Museum of Virginia

“I applaud MFF for yet another film that is so timely, relevant and beautiful. Arabia is a perfect complement to our programming, helping Fernbank shed light on a culture that is often misunderstood or not known at all – a key part of our mission. The film encompasses so many important aspects of this culture, including the incredible discoveries that remain the foundation of science and math today.“
-- Jennifer Grant Warner, Sr. VP & Chief Programming Officer
Fernbank Museum of Natural History, Atlanta

"MacGillivray Freeman has an excellent track record for producing the highest quality IMAX documentaries, and Arabia 3D is no exception. The film is interesting, informative, and visually stunning; providing a chance to experience an exotic and exciting faraway land that most of us will never have the chance to visit in person."
--John L. Lewis, Director of Theaters
The Bob Bullock Texas State History Museum

“Arabia is doing great and we sold out our first showing on Thursday—very exciting! Our members love it and many people have commented on how beautiful the film is. One guest who called herself a ‘spunky senior citizen’ told me this was the best film she had ever seen on the topic of Arabia and that it was the perfect balance between the Golden Ages and the present day with its blend of CGI and modern day shots. We’re really happy to have Arabia here and think we’ll do well with it.”
--Michelle Duncan, IMAX Theatre Manager
Tech Museum of Innovation, San Jose

“Dazzling…Arabia delivers the quintessential IMAX trip…a rare peak into a nation that remains largely behind closed doors…”
--Boston Globe

“A fascinating film—simple and sincere…[Arabia] challenges your deep and hidden misconceptions and lazy bias about Islam and Muslims…It offers more hope than other media portrayals for encounters between people of different cultures and faiths.”
--Richmond Times-Dispatch

“The photography speak[s] for itself…The most impressive images come when the filmmakers join 3 million Muslims on the Hajj pilgrimage to Mecca, the world's largest gathering. Even when spread across the Omnitheater's nine-story-tall screen, the sheer mass of humanity is awe-inspiring.”
--Minneapolis Star Tribune

“A surprising glimpse into the modern-day Arab mindset. Unlike popular Hollywood films that continually villify Arabs as religious extremists or terrorists, Arabia takes a refreshingly positive look at contemporary Arabian people.”
--BigMovieZone.com

“The picture is absolutely breathtaking in every scene…”
-- Concord Monitor

“Surprising new sides of Saudi Arabia emerge… Arabia will expand your view of the Middle East’s largest nation and its 28 million citizens.”
-- Metro West Daily News (Boston)