David Wenham

Internet rumors abound this weekend concerning Aussie actor David Wenham. Wenham (Russian Doll, A Little Bit of Soul, Dark city) has been rumored to play Faramir, brother of fallen hero Boromir and younger son of Denethor, Steward of Gondor.

Since my contacts have yet to confirm this, I’m wary to call this a sure thing. Consider it a RUMOR for the moment. More info as it comes.

Our very own Cate Blanchett (Galadriel) was a presenter at the 72nd Annual Oscar Awards. She was with her ‘Talented Mr. Ripley’ Co-Star, and Legolas rumor many a month ago, Jude Law.

Sir Ian McKellen has posted some more answers to email he’s received concerning his role as Gandalf, and as usual they are well worth reading. You can read them here


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From: Francois

This time I think I really got something for you, because I’ve never seen some of these pictures anywhere else. It’s a short article from the french magazine Starfix (#11, march/april 2000).

From: Kimi

I just heard yet another item on National Radio about the filming of LOTR, which is to start in about a week. They spoke to the owner of a motel in Ohakune. The motel is called “The Hobbit Motor Lodge”! How appropriate.

Liv Tyler (Arwen) was recently at the Australia v New Zealand cricket match on Sunday (today). Just a bit of info for you 🙂

Thanks to Seraphim for the tip!