Sir Richard Taylor And Tania Rodger Convey Their Heartfelt Thanks
Below is the statement just released by Sir Richard Taylor and Tania Rodger over at wetanz.com: On behalf of all our friends and colleagues at Weta Workshop, we send our heartfelt thanks and...
View ArticleSir Ian McKellen Blogs From Middle-earth
Fans will recall that prior to Peter Jackson’s coming down with that nasty stomach ulcer earlier this month (the man’s doing fine now, bless him!), filming of The Hobbit was supposed to begin on 14th...
View ArticleLegendary sword master, Bob Anderson, dies
The sword-fighting trainer and choreographer passed away today, at the age of 89. Bob Anderson was a behind-the-scenes name little known to many fans but who had a tremendous impact not only on the...
View ArticleGetting to know Nicole Roberts
Welcome to our latest “Getting to know” questions that need answering. This month we’re talking to the one and only Balrog Showgirl, Nicole Roberts. Hi Nicole and a very big thank you for taking part...
View ArticleFor Your Consideration. . . The Hobbit
Warner Brothers has kicked off their Awards Season website for many of their films, The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey among them. The page links to the Official Website and trailer, gives a brief...
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L.A. Times: Interview with Hobbit Costume Designer Ann Maskrey
“The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey” features at least 13 dwarves, a hobbit lead and a Shire-full of supporting hobbits, three wizards, an elven queen and many more characters, and that’s just the first...
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Breaking News: LOTR Oscar-winning Sound Editor Mike Hopkins Dead at 53
On a day usually marked by celebrations, we are very sad to report the untimely death of our Kiwi friend, Mike Hopkins, who worked alongside American compatriot Ethan Van der Ryn as Sound Editors on...
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“Hobbit: AUJ” Oscar Noms Excitement on TORn TUESDAY *Live* Webcast
Greetings all — as the Golden Globes have upset the table of this year’s Awards season (away from LINCOLN and in favor of ARGO), we have much shared excitement for upcoming HOBBIT: AUJ nominees Peter...
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Getting to know Magnus Hjert
Welcome to the latest “Getting to know” – questions that need answering. It’s based on the old Getting to know you threads that I occasionally post on the message boards here on TORn, so those familiar...
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Bringing Smaug to Life: New Making-of video from Weta Digital
WETA Digital has released a brand new two and a half minute video exclusively to the The Hollywood Reporter detailing the creation of the dragon Smaug. Thanks to Ringers Makaw, Brandon, Will P., and...
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The LOTR Extended Edition trilogy marathon in LA this September
The American Cinematheque will be screening their annual LOTR Extended Edition Trilogy marathon on Saturday, September 12 at the Aero Theater, 1328 Montana ave. in Santa Monica. In addition to the...
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LOTR Production Team reveals secrets of Teaser Trailer
Click to watch on YouTube On April 7, 2020 the senior members of Peter Jackson's Lord of the Rings production team came together with fans to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the first teaser trailer...
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