Comic-ConThe news from Comic-Con keeps pouring in, here is the latest collection of links, stories, interviews and photos from this past weekend.

The Hobbit Will be Two Films and the Script is Expected in 3-4 Weeks

David Tennant not offered lead role in ‘The Hobbit’
SDCC: Peter Jackson unveils his vision of Lovely Bones
The Hobbit still needs funding – Jackson
James Cameron, Peter Jackson talk future of film
Peter Jackson Halo game project scrapped years ago
Peter Jackson works with Universal Studios on new Kong ride
Peter Jackson unveils ‘District 9’

From IGN.com: Peter Jackson and director Neill Blomkamp made an appearance at the San Diego Comic-Con to chat-up their latest sci-fi action/drama District 9. We here at IGN have seen the film and can absolutely attest to its brilliance without any hesitance in using the word. While we’re not yet allowed to provide our official review, the film is a hugely successful endeavor and proof-positive to curious fans that in the aftermath of the downfall of the Halo film, Blomkamp is, in fact, the real deal. More..

SAN DIEGO – The 2009 edition of the Comic-Con is over but its impact is just being felt as major news outlets around the world try to capture the impact and look through the window it provides into the future of popular culture and entertainment.

There are a lot of big-name franchises coming down the pipeline. Here are some highlights from the convention. Continue reading “Jackson and company make major impact at CCon”