Do you recall the thrill of watching the LOTR trailers for the first time? Did you choose the movies you went to see in the theater based on the probability that the LOTR trailers would be playing with them? Or, did you download them and play them over and over because they were so good? Well, the folks at ifc.com agree that they were pretty special, ranking them at #35 of The 50 Greatest Trailers of all Time. Follow the link to check it out, and thanks to elf_wannabee on the message boards for bringing it to our attention.
Steven from www.Collider.com sends us this article by Matt Goldberg: Steve just gave me a call from the Warner Bros. “Watchmen” and “300″ Blu-Ray event (he says both films look amazing) and he spoke with a source at Warner Bros. who gave him a VERY interesting piece of news:
In a few weeks, Warner Bros. is planning to make an announcement about their plans for a Blu-Ray release of BOTH the Theatrical and Extended Editions of “The Lord of the Rings” trilogy. You may now begin cheering or cursing depending on whether or not you own a Blu-Ray player. More..
jstanife: The release date for the LOTR trilogy on Blu-Ray has been announced, and they are confirming that these are the theatrical editions. They will also come with digital copies of the films.
From blu-ray.com: New Line Home Home Entertainment, in conjunction with Warner Home Video, has finally revealed the release date and first details for the Blu-ray edition of ‘The Lord of the Rings: The Motion Picture Trilogy’. This title will come out on November 3. It will contain the original theatrical versions, and also digital copies for all three films.
Other bonus features are still pending confirmation so stay tuned.
PHOENIXVILLE — You’ll find a golden ring among other things this Sunday, as the Colonial Theatre will be hosting The Lord Of The Rings Marathon beginning at 10 a.m. The theatre is celebrating Father’s Day by showing all three films, in their extended versions, on 35 mm starting at 10 a.m. According to Kirsten Van Vlandren, associate director, the theatre is looking forward to a great turnout for the marathon. More..
On Tuesday, a Los Angeles Superior Court judge decided that a lawsuit filed by J.R.R. Tolkien’s heirs against New Line Cinema should be brought before a jury. In the suit, filed in February 2008, The Tolkien Trust claims New Line owes them at least $220 million of the profits collected from Peter Jackson’s film trilogy (a 1969 contract promises the author’s heirs 7.5 percent of gross receipts from films and other related products). The case will go to trial Oct. 19. ‘Lord of the Rings’ lawsuit: Judge sends case to jury
Lith writes: The NCFellowship is very proud to announce a LOTR Trilogy Showing to benefit North Carolina Children’s Hospital. The showing will take place on Sunday, September 20, 2009 at the unique venue of the Raleighwood Cinema Grill in Raleigh, North Carolina. Tickets for the event are on sale now here. We hope that all Ringers in the region will join us for a return to Middle-earth and in support of a great cause!
Doug Adams sends along word that The Official Radio City Music Hall LOTR Concert website is now live! Take a look at some stunning images from the recent concert at the Royal Albert Hall in London, news updates and more! www.TheRadioCityLOTRConcert.com
Joel writes: Check out these review comments from people on Amazon regarding the blu-ray release of the theatrical editions. There’s a story there how, in this economy, people are angry at New Line for doing the ‘double dipping’ by releasing the theatrical first, and the extended later. It has forced the trilogy down to a 2-star average rating. I’ve not seen something quite like this before - love of the film, but such anger over a release/marketing policy. There’s 34 pages of >90% bitter reviews.
Xoanon here: I’m not too sure how much of ‘New Line Cinema’ exists, so venting to them may not help. LOTR is now a property of Warner Bros., and I assume the release schedule is of their doing. One sure fire way to get their attention is to visit this link and send them a kindly worded email expressing your disappointment. You never know, fans made LOTR a hit, and perhaps we can make a difference here as well.
GaladrielTX writes: Profiles in History is running a huge auction of movie memorabilia at the end of this month. Lot # 706 is a limited edition The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring print signed by Peter Jackson, Richard Taylor, and Alan Lee and “two pieces of fantasy horror art”. It’s estimated to sell at $200-$300. Film buffs will no doubt drool over the props they have up for sale (from other movies), too. LOTR Goodies at Auction
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Do you recall the thrill of watching the LOTR trailers for the first time? Did you choose the movies you went to see in the theater based on the probability that the LOTR trailers would be playing with them? Or, did you download them and play them over and over because they were so good? Well, the folks at ifc.com agree that they were pretty special, ranking them at #35 of The 50 Greatest Trailers of all Time. Follow the link to check it out, and thanks to elf_wannabee on the message boards for bringing it to our attention.
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