Holm Event in London Scrapped

September 28th, 2004 by xoanon Comments Off

Folks from the National Theatre write: Unfortunately owing to sudden filming commitments, Ian Holm is now unable to do the Platform at the National Theatre scheduled for 5th October at 6pm. There is a possibility of another date before Christmas, but nothing definite at the moment. Apologies for any inconvenience. I will keep you posted. [nationaltheatre.org.uk]

Holm’s ‘Acting My Life’ Book On Sale

August 31st, 2004 by xoanon Comments Off

Irascian writes: Sir Ian Holm’s book “Acting my Life (The Autobiography)” hits the British bookstands today. One of Britain’s most distinguished actors (he played the original Frodo in the BBC radio dramatisation before going on to play Bilbo in Peter Jackson’s movie, but has a slew of lauded film roles like Alien and Chariots of Fire behind him) Holm has always refused to discuss the process of acting until now so this will prove a fascinating read for long-standing fans of his. [Order from Amazon.co.uk]

Holm Talks ‘The Hobbit’

August 14th, 2004 by xoanon Comments Off

When IESB asked if he would be willing to return to the big screens and reprise his role of Bilbo Baggins, “That would be fantastic, there has been talk about doing the Hobbit and I know that Peter would love to do it but there are some legal issues with two studios but once they get that handled I would love go back and do it, but that will be a few years from now, you know Peter is working on King Kong.” [More]

Sir Ian Holm to Talk at National Theatre

August 3rd, 2004 by leo Comments Off

Legendary actor Sir Ian Holm will be talking about his new biography “Acting My Life” at London’s National Theatre. The event will take place on October 5th and will also include a booksigning. Get your tickets and more information over at NationalTheatre.org.uk!

Holm’s ‘From Hell’ Update

January 24th, 2001 by xoanon Comments Off

Harry over at AICN has some new info on the latest film to star our very own Ian Holm (Bilbo) ‘From Hell’. [More]

Web Watch: USA Today.com

June 22nd, 2000 by xoanon Comments Off

USA Today has scored an interview with Ian Holm (Bilbo), in it he talks about his acting techniques and a bit on LOTR:

Ian Holm on the business of acting

LOS ANGELES – (AP) Ask Ian Holm how he goes about the business of acting, and he sputters a bit – not the reaction you might expect from a performer with such a stellar stage and screen resume. [More]