Thanks to Melissa Brooks from TheBlackBoxClub.com and ShaneBriant.org for posting this video up on YouTube and then alerting us to it. It shows actor Shane Briant discussing his upcoming roles, and at approximately the 1:02 mark discussing how he auditioned for the role of the Mayor of Michel Delving. Enjoy!
Month: November 2010
Thanks to a regular visitor, we now have a bio for actor Adam Brown, cast in the role of Ori for The Hobbit films. Check it out in our Hobbit Film section! [Adam Brown Bio] [Ori Bio]
Boardgames that portray Tolkien’s world have been a part of the hobby since the 1960s. Ranging from easy family games to hard-core wargames, there is something for everyone. Since the merchandising license for such games can be expensive – and boardgames are not a huge mass market – there are only a few quality companies licensed to produce Tolkien-themed games.
As the ‘Black Friday’ weekend continues, ending with ‘Cyber Monday’ tomorrow, there are deals to be had all over the web. We thought we would highlight one that caught our eye from regular site supporter Sideshow Collectibles. They are offering the Galadriel Premium Format Figure for 30% OFF Sunday Only with coupon code BWSN3010. If you are not familiar with the Premium Format line, these items are mixed media statues that stand approximately 20″ tall and are well known for their intricately detailed representations of the characters. According to their website only 10 pieces of Galadriel remain! You can also save 10% on the ‘Clash of Kings‘ Diorama, featuring Aragorn vs. The King of the Dead. [Galadriel] [Clash of Kings Diorama] [Sideshow’s Black Friday Deals] [Instock LOTR Items]
Thanks to Ringer Kookie for sending in this tip! On wednesday (or around there), Sir Ian McKellen’s official website (McKellen.com) made an update to its ‘2010’s Film’ section. While we don’t have an official press release yet, the update to his website seems to imply he is coming back as Gandalf for ‘The Hobbit’ films:
THE HOBBIT’s, two films, start shooting in New Zealand in February 2011. Filming will take over a year. Casting in Los Angeles, New York City and London has started. The script too proceeds. The first draft is crammed with old and new friends, again on a quest in Middle Earth.
THE HOBBIT
Director: Peter Jackson
Role: Gandalf
Again, we do not have an official press release yet. Afterall, it is a US Holiday and I’m sure the PR team for the films are still recovering from a heaping portion of Turkey. (I know I am!) But light those beacons folks, “Hope is kindled.” [McKellen.com]
In upcoming Issue 175, TotalFilm.com has published some great aerial shots of Hobbiton in production. You can see a small preview image above and on their site by following this link. If you happen to get your hands on this issue and want to send us a scan, we won’t refuse! 🙂 Please send it to spymaster@theonering.net. [View Preview]