Brendan Fraser is best known as the adventuring archaeologist in the 'Mummy' films. But in his latest outing the action hero faces a new challenge: a journey that leads him deep underground.

Three explorers plunge deep into a strange new realm beneath the Earth’s surface where they embark on an amazing voyage and find awe-inspiring sites amidst grave danger.

'Journey to the Centre of the Earth' hits South African screens on 18 July 2008 but thanks to Nu Metro you'll be able to see it a week before — on 12 July — at our free sneak preview screenings in Cape Town and Johannesburg.

So what's this adaptation of the famous Jules Verne novel all about?

During a scientific expedition in Iceland, visionary scientist Trevor Anderson (Brendan Fraser), his nephew Sean (Josh Hutcherson) and their beautiful local guide, Hannah (Anita Briem), are unexpectedly trapped in a cave from which their only escape is to go deeper and deeper into the depths of the Earth.

Traveling through never-before-seen worlds, the trio comes face-to-face with surreal and unimaginable creatures—including man-eating plants, giant flying piranha, glow birds and terrifying dinosaurs from days past. The adventurers soon realize that as volcanic activity increases around them, they must find a way back to the Earth’s surface before it is too late.

"Taking Jules Verne’s well-known novel and developing it into an updated story with new characters, using modern technology, was a tremendously exciting opportunity,” says Eric Brevig, who makes his feature directorial debut with “Journey to the Center of the Earth."

"My goal with this film was to capture the spirit of adventure, discovery and the belief that anything is possible."

The appeal of refreshing a classic Jules Verne tale with cutting-edge filmmaking drew Brendan Fraser to the project in the leading role and as an executive producer.

"When I go to the movies, I want to be taken away," says Fraser. "The story’s premise combined with an original script that is full of action, comedy and adventure from start to finish got my attention right away."

See if you agree with him at Canal Walk in Cape Town or Hyde Park in Johannesburg on 12 July 2008. Simply enter your name and contact details to see 'Journey To The Centre Of The Earth' first — and for free. Tickets are issued on a first-come, first-served basis, so get your entry in now.

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Competition rules
  • One completed entry per person, per competition.
  • Winners will be contacted by email or telephone and announced on the iafrica.com site.
  • The prizes cannot be exchanged for cash.
  • The judges' decision is final and no correspondence will be entered into.
Closing date: 11 July 2008