Wall Street Journal sources indicate Universal Studios, who owns the film, is confused about the source of the leaks because there weren't any advance copies distributed. Some internet sources have indicated that it's from a DVD Screener, which at one time was a common source for Oscar nominated movies, although its become less common since the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences began adding Watermarks to all DVDs sent to academy members. Other sites have reported that the copy is of low quality, which combined with Universal's statement of confusion would seem to indicate it's not actually a Screener.
Although the availability of the movie just a week and a half before its U.S. debut may not have much impact on domestic ticket sales, it's well in advance of the movie's planned international release in February of next year. That means there's plenty of time for it to make its way to potential audiences outside the U.S.
Source: Slashfilm
Written by: Rich Fiscus @ 26 Oct 2007 0:34
