We asked, and you answered in a BIG way! Here is the first batch of fans with their ROTK DVD’s, more to be added soon! You want a photo of yourself with your new ROTK DVD?! Send it along!
Day: May 27, 2004
Feanor30 writes: I work in the classical music business, and just wanted to let you know that ASCAP (the American Society of Composers, Authors, and Publishers) will honor Howard Shore, along with several other important composers, with a 2004 ASCAP Concert Music Award tonight (May 27th), at the Walter Reade Theatre at Lincoln Center. Congrats Howard!
As if NFLer Jesse Palmer didn’t have enough to get teased about when he gets back on the field this fall. Rohan Rider now tells us he also geeked out on national television. ABC showcased some “out-takes” from ‘The Bachelor’ and Palmer did a re-enactment of Gollum and the ring. Of course he was using the wedding band he had selected.
The folks from Isle of Man Post writes: To coincide with the worldwide release of The Lord of The Rings finale last December, the Isle of Man issued the ultimate tribute: a spectacular series of official postage stamps. The set of eight stamp sheets, souvenir sheets and postcards was nothing short of a worldwide sensation, thrilling movie fans on every continent. [More]
THE LORD OF THE RINGS POSTAL COLLECTION NEARING A COMPLETE SELLOUT THE LORD OF THE RINGS: THE RETURN OF THE KING POSTAL COLLECTION AVAILABLE IN LIMITED SUPPLY
To coincide with the worldwide release of The Lord of The Rings finale last December, the Isle of Man issued the ultimate tribute: a spectacular series of official postage stamps. The set of eight stamp sheets, souvenir sheets and postcards was nothing short of a worldwide sensation, thrilling movie fans on every continent. Now as the final chapter in Peter Jackson’s big-screen epic is released as a monumental home video/DVD, this highly sought after collection is nearing a complete sellout.
These Royal-approved stamps were issued by the British Isle of Man, the long-time home of actor John Rhys-Davies, who plays dwarf Gimli, and the voice of Treebeard in the three epic films. On an initial surge following the film’s release, more than three-quarters of the total quantities were sold by the post office. Now as the home video is set for release, only a handful remain.
Authorized by New Line Cinema, the eight stamps sheets feature unforgettable scenes from the Oscar winning film. Leading characters including Aragorn, Legolas, Gimli, Frodo, Gandalf and Gollum are all featured on their own stamps. Additionally, there are four varying items that comprise the collection:
- A set of eight First Day of Issue Covers, including eight commemorative postcards.
- A unique Lord of the Rings Stamps and Coin collectible.
- A collectors folder with all eight stamp sheets and a rare miniature sheet.
- A highly limited Deluxe Box Set comprised off the stamp sheets, mini-sheet, first day covers and a hand numbered tribute page with a gold foil cancellation. (While scarse supplies last).
Dot Tilbury, Manager of the IOM Philatelic Bureau, said, “For fans of Lord of the Rings, this is your absolutely last chance to own this popular official postal series. Once our remaining supplies are gone, this postal issue will not be reproduced. This is it!”
The complete stamp series can be viewed, or purchased on the official web site, www.lordoftheringsstamps.net , phone 0044(0)1 624 698430 fax 0044(0)1624698434 by post contact
Isle of Man Post
PO Box 10M
Douglas
Isle of Man
IM99 1PB
Ok, so now you have your ROTK DVD… So why not join your fellow Barli friends in discussing all things DVD and then watching it together?
We have an exciting double-feature for LOTR fans this weekend. First up is our annual Hall of Fire DVD chat; join the intrepid HoF staff as they conduct a freewheeling discussion about the theatrical DVD. Some of the points to be chewed over: What is your reaction to ROTK after all this time? Still the “greatest movie ever!” or “a total disaster” or have your feelings mellowed over time? Does ROTK deserve to be one of the most Oscar winning films of all time? And how about those special features? Is it worth buying the theatrical release as well as the extended edition? [Read More]
Following HoF (see below for times) will be Barliman’s first-ever DVD-Watching Party!
Join us in #moviechat where we will simultaneously press “Play” on our individual DVD players to cheer and jeer at the final episode of Peter Jackson’s epic. Now, we’ve never done this before, but expect it will be pretty easy going. We plan to take a break midway through the film, to allow for stretching of fingers and backs. Barliman will be on hand to serve drinks and snacks (and to enforce the house rules).
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WHEN WILL IT HAPPEN?
Saturday and Sunday, May 29-30
Times:
SATURDAY
Hall of Fire Chat: 5:30pm ET (17:30) [also 10:30pm (22:30) GMT and 7:30am Sunday (07:30) AET]
ROTK DVD-Watching Party: 7pm ET (19:00) [also midnight (00:00) GMT and 9am Sunday (09:00) AET]
SUNDAY
Hall of Fire Chat: 6:00 pm (18:00) GMT [also 1pm ET (13:00) and 3am Monday (03:00) AET]
ROTK DVD-Watching Party: 7:30 pm (19:30) GMT [also 2:30pm ET (14:30) and 4:30am (04:30) AET]
ET = Eastern Time, USA’s East Coast
GMT = Greenwich Mean Time, UK
AET = Australian East Coast
WHERE?
On TORn’s IRC server, in the #moviechat channel. After joining the server, type /join #moviechat to get there.
If you’ve never been to TORn’s IRC server before, you can join through our java applet and type /join #moviechat once you’re signed in. We reccommend you visit our FAQ for some guidelines on using our IRC service. Barliman’s is a place for good conversation about JRR Tolkien’s works. We welcome you to our community and ask that you, and all guests, abide by some simple guidelines.
HOW?
Like I said, we’ve never done this before, but it doesn’t seem to be rocket science. Once everyone is in #moviechat and has their DVD ready to go, the ops will moderate the room and have a countdown to “Play.” I expect that we will be able to give minute-markers throughout the evening for latecomers. A break will be taken midway through — the exact point will be announced in the topic.
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That’s all, folks! See you this weekend!