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U.S. Olympic archers get 'Brave' preview

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Published: June 17, 2012 at 10:27 AM

OGDEN, Utah, June 17 (UPI) -- DisneyPixar says it plans to screen its new animated movie "Brave" for members of the U.S. Olympic Team for Archery.

The showing is to take place Sunday night in Ogden, Utah, where the athletes are gathered for the third stage of the Archery World Cup.

The Scotland-set film's protagonist, Merida, boasts expert archery skills, which play a pivotal role in her attempts to change her fate in "Brave." The movie hits theaters June 22 and features the voice talents of Kelly Macdonald, Billy Connolly, Emma Thompson, Kevin McKidd, Craig Ferguson, Robbie Coltrane and Julie Walters.

Topics: Kelly MacDonald, Billy Connolly, Emma Thompson, Craig Ferguson, Robbie Coltrane, Julie Walters

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