Archive for April, 2006

Astin one of “The Guys” for ABC pilot

Monday, April 3rd, 2006 Posted in Events, Lord of the Rings, LotR Cast News, LotR Movies, Old Main News, Sean Astin, Television

LOS ANGELES (Hollywood Reporter) - Hot off his stint as a counter-terrorist operative on "24," Sean Astin is in negotiations to star in ABC's comedy pilot "The Guys," about ... Read more..

Serkis goes ape over King Kong

Sunday, April 2nd, 2006 Posted in Andy Serkis, Lord of the Rings, LotR Cast News, LotR Movies, Old Main News, Peter Jackson, PJ's Other Films

He had the biggest role in the movies last year, but Andy Serkis doesn't have to worry about fans and paparazzi. Serkis, as you well know, created the title ... Read more..

Lord of the Rings : Popular Culture in Global Context

Sunday, April 2nd, 2006 Posted in Books Publications, Lord of the Rings, Merchandise, Old Main News

Rick writes: I wanted to inform you good folks that there is a new academic book soon to debut, entitled: 'Lord of the Rings : Popular Culture in Global Context'. ... Read more..

Trilogy Screening in DC

Sunday, April 2nd, 2006 Posted in Events, Fans, Film Screenings, Lord of the Rings, LotR Movies, Meet Ups, Movie Fellowship of the Ring, Movie Return of the King, Movie The Two Towers, Old Main News

Isabel writes: Here is some info on a LOTR Trilogy screenin at the Arlington Cinema n' Drafthouse (in Northern Virginia): Watch for your favorite Movie or stay for ALL THREE. ... Read more..

TBS Goofs on Rings in Commercials

Sunday, April 2nd, 2006 Posted in Events, Film Screenings, Lord of the Rings, LotR Movies, Movie Fellowship of the Ring, Movie Return of the King, Movie The Two Towers, Old Main News, Television

Cathy writes: TBS is showing the three Lord of the Rings movies April 14-16th and you can watch their hilarious commercials on their website. On the left side, below "Lord ... Read more..

LOTR Musical Programme

Sunday, April 2nd, 2006 Posted in Events, Lord of the Rings, LotR Stage, Old Main News, Stage Productions

Ringer Spy Gondorian sends along scans from the LOTR Musical Programme. The musical is receiving mixed reviews from the press, as well as Ringers who have sent in their ... Read more..