Dex Hamilton Gets Movie Prequel

LONDON: Following the international success of the animated series Dex Hamilton: Alien Entomologist, Parthenon Kids and March Entertainment have announced the release of a 90-minute movie prequel: Dex Hamilton: Fire and Ice.

The movie, which combines 2-D and cell-shaded 3-D animation, will feature the background story of Dex, an entomology student with a love for nature and adventure. Dex and his team of maverick entomologists must try to save the planet when a swarm of fiery insects threaten to destroy Earth. The movie will premiere in Canada on CBC in late December, to be followed by the airing of the TV series in 2010. The movie will also have a limited theatrical release, and will be available on DVD next year.

Dan Hawes, the show’s producer and CEO of March Entertainment, said: "We are very excited about the release of Dex Hamilton: Fire and Ice. It’s a fast-paced, action comedy that will have audiences laughing and gasping at the same time. It also provides some great insight into Dex’s universe answering the often asked questions. Who is this Dex Hamilton guy and where did he come from?"

Marie Chappelow, the commercial director for children’s brands at Parthenon Entertainment, which will be distributing the film globally, excluding Australia, New Zealand and North America, said: “Dex Hamilton has proved to be a success on both sides of the world. In addition to CBC in Canada, it’s currently the second most popular children’s show amongst 5- to 12-year-olds on Australia’s ABC network. The release of the movie will, I’m sure, create even more interest in Dex amongst international broadcasters.”