Archive for September, 2007

‘The History of the Hobbit’ Released

Sunday, September 30th, 2007 Posted in Books & Publications, Hobbit: Book, Old Main News, Tolkien

Sometimes, I just love being me...This week Houghton Mifflin sent me a surprise package which to my delight contained 'The History of the Hobbit' part 1 and 2 by ... Read more..

Hall Of Fire & Bilbo Birthday Pic Photos

Sunday, September 30th, 2007 Posted in Meet Ups, Old Special Reports

Arwen writes: The fifth edition of TORN's annual Baggins Birthday picnic celebration in Los Angeles' Griffith Park was a well attended, joyful, fun filled event. Due to the area next ... Read more..

TV Watch: Viggo Mortensen on ‘Letterman’ Clips

Sunday, September 30th, 2007 Posted in Old Special Reports, Television, Viggo Mortensen

Earlier this month Viggo Mortensen was a guest on 'The Late Show with David Letterman'. He was there to promote his new film 'Eastern Promises'. Take a look at the ... Read more..

Show your Hobbit Pride and Win Big!

Sunday, September 30th, 2007 Posted in Contests, Old Main News, TheOneRing.net Announcements

Our 'Show us Your Hobbit Pride' Giveaway is running until October 12th - don't miss your opportunity to win some great prizes! Follow the link for complete details. 'Show us your ... Read more..

Tolkien’s Virtual World Takes Off

Sunday, September 30th, 2007 Posted in Gaming, Old Main News

Jeff Anderson is not a nerd. The 40-year-old chief executive of Westwood (Mass.) video game developer Turbine is six feet tall, with the frame of an NFL linebacker. Nevertheless, ... Read more..

Richard Taylor Interview

Sunday, September 30th, 2007 Posted in Old Main News, Richard Taylor

Susanne writes: 'In Business', a BBC Radio 4 programme, includes an interview with Richard Taylor on his approach to business. 'In Business hears from .. the man who created ... Read more..

SHOP: The Balrog Legendary Scale Bust from Sideshow Collectibles

Friday, September 28th, 2007 Posted in Old Main News, Sideshow Collectibles

The Balrog Legendary Scale Bust is now available over at SideshowCollectibles.com: "Sideshow Collectibles proudly presents this fantastic new addition to The Lord of the Rings Legendary Scale Bust series. The Balrog ... Read more..

WETA Press Updates

Friday, September 28th, 2007 Posted in Old Main News, WETA Workshop

Here with this week's news headlines from the wonderful world of Weta Halo3 makes $170 million in sales in 24 hours Third Halo short released online [Link II] Hellgate: London giveaway at upcoming ... Read more..

WETA Newsletter: September 2007

Thursday, September 27th, 2007 Posted in Old Special Reports, WETA Digital, WETA Workshop

G'day from New Zealand, Weta supporters! Well it's been another busy month here at Weta HQ, with lots of exciting developments! The Bungie team recently had a test drive of ... Read more..

Tana Umaga Stadium, Peter Jackson Film Academy

Thursday, September 27th, 2007 Posted in Old Main News, PJ's Other Films

It's time for Wellington to honour its home-town heroes says communications specialist Roger Ellis who is standing for the Wellington City Council in the Northern Ward. In recent years ... Read more..