April 10, 2006 – For many downhill mountain bikers (and even downhill spectators), the anticipation surrounding the release of the new mountain biking film Hypnosis was getting mighty close to Star Wars prequel status. Now, thanks to VAS Entertainment, the leading international distributor of action sports content, the long wait is finally over.

From Distinction Productions, producers of the wildly successful mountain biking film Synopsis, Hypnosis packs coverage from the entire 2005 season of mountain bike downhill and 4X racing into two hefty hours, meanwhile examining the sport from an intense, personal perspective never before seen on film.

Featuring engaging, off-trail footage of big wins and bummer losses, athletes on the road, delayed flights and flat tires in addition to amazing race footage from the National Off-Road Bicycle Association (NORBA) race series, World Championships and The World Cup Finals, Hypnosis is sure to have mountain bike enthusiasts from novice to expert hungry for a ride of their own.

Hypnosis includes renowned racers Sam Hill, Andrew Neethling, Nathan Rennie, Jared Graves, Brian Lopes, Bryn Atkinson, John Kirkcaldie, Duncan Riffle, Mick Hannah and more, while locations range from Monterey, CA to Mount Snow, VT and beyond. Available as of March 31, 2006, Hypnosis has an SRP of $24.99.
VAS Entertainment is a market leader in the distribution of action sports DVDs, with content ranging from BMX to Wakeboarding. Established in 1988, the company distributes more than 2,500 titles and works with more than 800 producers. VAS services core shops across the United States and around the world, as well as larger retailers such as Zumiez, PacSun, Sport Chalet, The Sports Authority, Foot Locker and No Fear Stores. For more information, visit the website at www.vasentertainment.com or contact On the Horizon Communications (805) 773-1000 or via email, emily@thepressroom.com.