Archive for October, 2009

Christopher Lee Interview on ‘Troldspejlet’

Wednesday, October 7th, 2009 Posted in Christopher Lee, Television

Lasse sends along a translation of a Danish interview from 'Troldspejlet', a Danish TV show: Lee talks LOTR - for instance some of the scenes that were shot but never ... Read more..

New ‘Siege of Mirkwood’ Screenshots

Wednesday, October 7th, 2009 Posted in Gaming

The folks from Turbine have sent along a new batch of screenshots depict Dol Guldur, the fortress of the Ringwraiths from their forthcoming game 'The Lord of the Rings Online: ... Read more..

Akron Symphony Does LOTR Music

Wednesday, October 7th, 2009 Posted in Concerts, Events, LotR Movies

Akron Symphony Opens Pops Season With Music of Vampires, Wizards, and Jedi Knights, October 25. Concert to include music from Star Wars, Star Trek, Harry Potter, The Lord of the ... Read more..

Can ‘The Hobbit’ escape the towering shadow of ‘The Lord of the Rings’?

Wednesday, October 7th, 2009 Posted in Guillermo Del Toro, Hobbit Movie, LotR Movies, Peter Jackson, Rumors Spy News, The Hobbit

Geoff Boucher writes: This week we're taking a look at four major trilogies from this decade that are looking to add a fourth film despite substantial challenges -- not least ... Read more..

Just In: John Howe’s “Lost Worlds”

Tuesday, October 6th, 2009 Posted in Books Publications, John Howe, Merchandise

The folks at Kingfisher Books Ltd have sent along a copy of 'Lost Worlds by John Howe' to review. Check this space soon! Book Description "Lost Worlds" draws together John Howe's ... Read more..

History Channel Episode on LOTR; J.R.R. Tolkien Tonight

Monday, October 5th, 2009 Posted in Events, Hobbit Book, J.R.R. Tolkien, Lord of the Rings, LotR Books, Television, The Hobbit, Tolkien

As part of its “Clash of the Gods” series, the History Channel is airing an episode tonight on what it calls “The greatest myth of modern times:” J.R.R. Tolkien’s Lord ... Read more..

The Billy Boyd Riddle Contest Winner is…

Monday, October 5th, 2009 Posted in Uncategorized

Congrats to Justine H for winning the Billy Boyd Riddle Contest! Justine has won a copy of 'Return of the King: The Complete Recordings' CD Boxset. Congrats Justine! Exclusive Billy Boyd ... Read more..

How to Make an ‘LotR’ Sword

Monday, October 5th, 2009 Posted in Props, WETA Workshop

From Wired.com: Take a look at how the craftsmen at Weta Workshops created swords for the 'Lord of the Rings' trilogy. Video courtesy Weta Workshop. Read more..

On The Ground (VIDEO): Watch SNL’s Latest Digital Short Featuring Ryan Reynolds & Elijah Wood!

Sunday, October 4th, 2009 Posted in Elijah Wood

From huffingtonpost.com: The Lonely Island team premiered a new SNL digital short last night called "On the Ground," which featured Andy Samberg throwing increasingly ridiculous things...on the ground. Host Ryan ... Read more..

Building at Stone St Studios

Sunday, October 4th, 2009 Posted in Locations Sets, Production, Rumors Spy News, Studios

The Noldor Blog reports some big changes around Jackson's Stone St Studios, with what looks like the beginnings of a huge new structure to replace one of the existing sheds. ... Read more..

Wired: On the Set of Peter Jackson’s ‘The Lovely Bones’

Saturday, October 3rd, 2009 Posted in Peter Jackson, PJ's Other Films

From Wired: We take a behind-the-scenes look at Peter Jackson's new film "The Lovely Bones." The story revolves around Susie, a 14-year-old girl who is brutally murdered. Stuck in the ... Read more..

LOTR: Online Update

Saturday, October 3rd, 2009 Posted in Gaming

From the folks at Turbine: It's been a busy week for The Lord of the Rings Online™! Here’s a roundup of all the happenings: The Lord of the ... Read more..