Archive for April, 2009

Bid on a Gollum Statue for a Good Cause

Thursday, April 2nd, 2009 Posted in Collectibles, Events, Merchandise

Isabel writes: We have posted a limited edition Gollum Statue on eBay to support Variety, The Children's Charity and I was wondering if you would consider posting an item about ... Read more..

Campaign against film piracy tells moviegoers how precious they are

Thursday, April 2nd, 2009 Posted in LotR Movies

Ads spoofing classic films such as Lord of the Rings, Jaws and Life of Brian thank consumers for supporting the industry. Heavy-handed commercials that run before films and DVDs reminding ... Read more..

Business leaders honour Weta’s Taylor

Thursday, April 2nd, 2009 Posted in Events, Richard Taylor, WETA Workshop

The force behind Wellington's Weta Workshop, Richard Taylor, has won the supreme award at the World Class New Zealand awards. The awards, presented on Wednesday night, honour New Zealand's tall ... Read more..

John Howe’s Journal: A SIDE TRIP TO ALBAIDA & SIGNING OUT

Wednesday, April 1st, 2009 Posted in Events, Exhibits, John Howe

Or Briefly Stepping Through the Door to Silence John Howe writes: The steps of most pilgrims are directed to holy places - physical journey coupled with metaphysical journey - or to ... Read more..

Mortensen Hears ‘The People Speak’

Wednesday, April 1st, 2009 Posted in Events, Film Screenings, Viggo Mortensen

deej sends this in: Viggo Mortensen is set to be a guest at "The People Speak" Opening Night Gala Screening on Thursday April 16th at 7:30. The event is being ... Read more..

Free Pre-concert Discussions with Howard Shore and Doug Adams

Wednesday, April 1st, 2009 Posted in Concerts, Howard Shore, Lord of the Rings, Music, Premieres

The producers of The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring - Live to Projection are pleased to announce that two free Pre-concert Discussions will precede the London ... Read more..