Becky Fischer's Kids on Fire Camp—the subject of the controversial new documentary Jesus Camp—has announced that it will be shutting its doors in the wake of vandalism and negative public response.

Fisher's camp—located in Devil's Lake, North Dakota—has been the subject of much attention since the film's release, with many critics and moviegoers denouncing the camp's methods as militant and inappropriate. Upon the film's release, the Kids on Fire camp site and the local Assemblies of God church were both vandalized, with damages at the camp totaling $1,500. Says Fischer about her decision to close down her camp: "I have a responsibility to keep the children safe."

The film is expected to release on DVD in February.

In other movie news:

DaVinci Code gets expanded DVD treatment (Variety)
Film to release in 3-hour "uncut" edition on Nov. 17

Bruckheimer talks National Treasure 2 (MTV)
Sequel to center around Abe Lincoln, John Wilkes Booth

Evan Almighty trailer debuts (World of KJ)
Bruce sequel stars Little Miss Sunshine's Steve Carrell

Bryan Singer given go-ahead for Supes sequel (Variety)
Director's first Superman passes $200 million mark

Bee Movie trailer draws praise (USA Today)
Tongue-in-cheek trailer for Jerry Seinfeld film generates online buzz

Spike Lee prepares Inside Man sequel (Cinema Blend)
Second heist flick to re-team original director, writer

Dennis Quaid to star in The Horsemen (Variety)
Chronicles killer linked with Horsemen of the Apocalypse

Christian stand-up comics on Thou Shalt Laugh (official site)
Comedians declare Adopt an Unfunny Christian Month

U2's Rattle & Hum to return to the big screen (Hollywood Reporter)
Irish rock band's Rattle and Hum concert movie to appear in 3-D

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