Peter Jackson has been named the 24th most powerful man in Hollywood in this years issue of Entertainment Weekly. Take a look! [More]

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Sideshow/Weta Collectibles just posted their Series 2 Weapon Set collectibles for pre-order. This series includes the Arms of the Moria Orcs, The Arms of Gimli, and The Arms of Legolas. Each set is limited to 2,500 hand numbered pieces and costs $40 US. They will be shipping Dec/Jan. Once again, it looks like Sideshow/Weta have outdone themselves with details! Check them out! [More]

Red Carpet’s largest-yet tour for LOTR fans is shaping up nicely. Tour Director Vic writes, “The Council are definitely planning to set up a special viewing area for Red Carpet Tours people at the entrance to the Embassy [Wellington’s classic theatre where TTT will premiere] so they can watch the stars arrive. Also Te Papa [museum] will have a display of LOTR costumes, weapons etc beginning on the the 19th. Perfect!”

News thanks to Lee:
“The Official New Line Lord of the Rings web site has added a Quicktime video of scenes from the upcoming extended edition DVD. . . .[More]

A big event is being planned in Toronto to coincide with the release of The Return of the King in 2003. LOTR fans from all over are expected to gather for three days of celebrations. Tickets for the event are on sale now – numbers are limited! [More]