New Line Cinema and AOL to Auction Corvette From 'Rush Hour 2'

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LOS ANGELES, CA USA 03/28/2001
   - Online Bids Accepted Beginning August 14th at http://WWW.AUCTION.NEWLINE.COM
               And Through AOL Keyword: 'Rush Hour 2' Auction -

    LOS ANGELES, Aug. 13 New Line Cinema and America Online
will auction the 1972 convertible Corvette Stingray used by Chris Tucker and
Jackie Chan in the hit film "Rush Hour 2" beginning August 14th at
http://www.auction.newline.com, it was announced today by Jim Rosenthal, President of
New Line Television and New Media.
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    America Online will serve as the exclusive online promotional partner for
the auction, which will be prominently featured on AOL through the Welcome
Screen and Entertainment channel.  In addition, for the blockbuster's fans,
AOL's Moviefone.com is offering exclusive blooper footage, an interview with
Jackie Chan, and a chance to win a trip for two to Hong Kong in the "Rush to
Hong Kong" Sweepstakes running now through September 8.
    The classic Corvette was prominently used in the production of the
blockbuster sequel as well as the original "Rush Hour," which was released in
1998 and earned more than $250 million worldwide at the box office.
    "Rush Hour 2" has earned $133.5 million in its first ten days of release.
    The Corvette is in excellent condition and comes complete with a new paint
job and an AM/FM stereo and CD player.  The car features power steering and a
350 cubic inch engine with 360 lbs. FT Torque.  The dash board has been signed
by both Chris Tucker and Jackie Chan.
    The auction for the Corvette is being conducted in association with
Spectrum Auction Company, and bidding will end on August 28th at 3 P.M. (ET).
Shipping costs are not included in the winning bid.  New Line Cinema will
donate a portion of the proceeds generated from the auction to charity.
    The studio is one of the leaders in the online auction arena and
http://www.auction.newline.com is a popular destination for movie buffs and
memorabilia collectors.  Auctions have been held continuously on the site
since 1999, and each lot is sold with a certificate of authenticity.  The site
is powered by FairMarket, Inc. of Woburn, MA, a leader in on-line dynamic
pricing technology.
    Other collectibles currently offered for sale include Jackie Chan's Hong
Kong Police Detective Badge from "Rush Hour 2"; Zhang Ziyi's black DKNY
costume from the film; and a wide assortment of other collectibles from New
Line and Fine Line films such as Hedwig and the Angry Inch, Blow, and Town and
Country.
    Future plans include an extensive auction of signature props and icons
from the highly anticipated adventure trilogy "The Lord of the Rings," and the
studio is currently preparing to sell two highly prized Triumph racing
motorcycles used in the hit film "Mission Impossible 2," starring Tom Cruise.
    "New Line's auction site offers fans a unique opportunity to own
collectibles from their favorite films," said Rosenthal.  "Whether it's the
corvette from 'Rush Hour' or a vintage costume from 'Austin Powers,' we are
selling items that our customers truly treasure. "
    "We've seen tremendous response from our members to the 'Rush Hour 2' area
on the service," said Lewis Dvorkin, AOL Vice President of Content Strategy.
"By supporting this auction and offering an added bonus to AOL members, we're
demonstrating our commitment to making AOL the number one destination for
movie fans to find information and exciting contests that enhance their
moviegoing experience."
    New Line previously made headlines when it sold the 1969 convertible
Corvette Stingray driven by Felicity Shagwell in the 1999 hit "Austin Powers:
The Spy Who Shagged Me."  The winning bidder paid $121,000 for the car.

    Founded in 1967, New Line Cinema is the entertainment industry's leading
independent producer and distributor of theatrical motion pictures.  New Line
licenses its films to ancillary markets including cable and broadcast
television as well as to international venues.  The company, which is a
subsidiary of AOL Time Warner Inc., operates several divisions including
in-house theatrical distribution, marketing, home video, television,
acquisitions, production, licensing and merchandising units.  For additional
information about New Line, please visit http://www.newline.com.

    For further information please contact Steve Elzer of New Line Cinema/LA,
+1-310-967-6654; or Randi Cone of America Online/NY, +1-212-484-6647; or Mark
Sutton of FairMarket, +1-781-376-5839.

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