Archive for November, 2006

Tolkien Exhibit in Frankfurt

Saturday, November 25th, 2006 Posted in Old Main News

Elentariel writes: While still vacationing in Germany, I came upon the following Tolkien exhibit at the Frankfurt City library. "Tolkien's boyhood in Birmingham", an exhibition on loan from the ... Read more..

More Ring*Con Images

Saturday, November 25th, 2006 Posted in Old Main News

Elentariel writes: I have some more awesome RingCon pics for you, from an incredible weekend filled with lots of entertainment around the clock. Everything from actor panels, swordfighting workshops, ... Read more..

Sean Astin Charity Auction

Saturday, November 25th, 2006 Posted in Old Main News

The Melissa Gilbert and OurStoryTM Celebrity Charity Auction launching on eBay December 4th, will allow your fans the opportunity to support a wonderful cause this holiday season, in addition ... Read more..

Happy Birthday Bruce Hopkins!

Saturday, November 25th, 2006 Posted in Old Main News

Today is Bruce Hopkins' Birthday! Bruce played the role of Gamling in TTT and ROTK. He was born on november 25th, 1955 in Invercargill, New Zealand. That makes him 51 ... Read more..

Sean Connery the Grey?

Saturday, November 25th, 2006 Posted in Old Main News

From Will: The Scotsman reports that New Line Cinema initially wanted Sir Sean Connery for the role of Gandalf. They write, "Sean Connery turned down the largest paycheck in cinema ... Read more..

The BBC discusses fan reaction

Friday, November 24th, 2006 Posted in Old Main News

In a story today the BBC writes extensively about fan reaction to Peter Jackson's announcement that he will not be directing The Hobbit. Users of TORn's message boards and chat ... Read more..

No PJ for the ‘Hobbit?’ What can YOU do?

Friday, November 24th, 2006 Posted in Old Main News

So you still feel a little frustrated over all this PJ/Hobbit-news? Here are some things you can do:Show us Peter Jackson's Hobbit: Channel that frustration into something fun and creative! ... Read more..

Elijah Wood comments on ‘The Hobbit’

Friday, November 24th, 2006 Posted in Old Main News

In the Chicago Sun-Times today, Elijah Wood had this to say about a Jackson-less 'Hobbit:' "...I was very disappointed in the news. Peter Jackson is the man who worked over ... Read more..

Lord of The Rings Feast in Austin, Texas Tomorrow

Friday, November 24th, 2006 Posted in Old Main News

J.R. Cortez writes: Tomorrow (Nov. 25), one of the local Alamo Drafthouse theaters will be showing all three LOTR movies with meals during the day! [More] Read more..

Sideshow Updates

Friday, November 24th, 2006 Posted in Old Main News

Be sure to check out our weekly Sideshow Collectibles update! Each week we provide an update on your favorite Sideshow goodies, from busts to premium figures and more! Take a ... Read more..

Show your support!

Thursday, November 23rd, 2006 Posted in Old Main News

So you signed every petition you could find and wrote lengthy letters to every New Line and MGM-adress you could find and you still feel a little frustrated over all ... Read more..

TheHobbitFilm.com Updated

Thursday, November 23rd, 2006 Posted in Old Main News

We've updated TheHobbitFilm.com with the latest contact details of all the parties associated with bringing The Hobbit to theaters - now including the Saul Zaentz Company details! (Thanks to LithQ) ... Read more..