We reported this a couple weeks ago, but with the Extended Edition now in general release, it’s worth reviewing the easter eggs that are floating around on your new DVD!
Update:Okay, I’m receive reports that these are not on the R2 DVDs. Is this solely a R1 phenomenon? That’d be a shame for non-R1 people (like me!). If you happen to have a non R1 DVD and can pull up these easter eggs, drop me a line!
If having two discs filled with amazing special features wasn’t enough, the four-disc Extended Edition of The Fellowship of the Ring features two very cool Easter Eggs that just add to the awesomeness of the set.
These first two eggs are found on discs one and two of the set, and each one is of a video that many LOTR fans would be quite happy to have on DVD.
The first one is actually the MTV Movie Awards spoof on the Council of Elrond scene that is pretty hilarious. I’ve wanted to see this again since it first aired (and was repeated a thousand times on MTV), and now it’s on DVD.
To find this one, go into the Scene Selection menu on disc one, and head to the final page where you’ll find the real Council of Elrond scene. High light that scene and press “down” to find an image of the Ring. Press enter to view the entire clip from MTV complete with an introduction from Peter Jackson.
(NB: This Easter Egg is not necessarily kiddie-safe. Parents might want to watch this bit themselves before they unleash their children on it.)
The second egg can be found on disc two, and is the awesome four-minute “Fan Preview” of The Two Towers that was shown at the end of The Fellowship of the Ring this past March as it was on the way out of the theaters.
To watch this awesome trailer, go to the Scene Selection menu and navigate your way to the final page where you’ll find the chapter with the Fan Club Credits. Move the cursor to the numbers on the far right of the screen, and when it’s on “48” press down to make an image of the Two Towers appear. Press enter to view the trailer in full anamorphic widescreen and Dolby Digital 5.1 audio.
Thanks to Bernie and TORn staffer Scorpio for this information.
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Long time Barlimans regular, Lady_Arwen, let us know about this cool Sunday Times competition where you can Win tickets to the London premiere and a chance to meet members of the cast. The prize includes return travel, two nights’ hotel accommodation, a car to and from the event. [More]
NB: You must live in the UK or Republic of Ireland to enter. I kinda forgot to point this bit oujt. Sorry to anyone I might have inconvenienced – Dem.
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The Danish newspaper Ekstra Bladet reported the following: The ticket sale for TTT opened Monday in Denmark, and during the first 24 hours 105.000 tickets were sold, which is a record in Denmark. Last year FOTR sold 100.000 in 1½ month.
Thanks to MCJ for the info!
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For about a week now, I have been fighting with a nasty case of the flu, confined to bed, and barely getting to check the latest news on TORn. Last Friday, I opened my frontdoor to discover a ‘get well’ package. Lo and Behold, someone had sent me the newest collectible from LOTRshop.com: ‘The Three Wizards.’ [More]
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For about a week now, I have been fighting with a nasty case of the flu, confined to bed, and barely getting to check the latest news on TORn. Last Friday, I opened my frontdoor to discover a ‘get well’ package. Lo and Behold, someone had sent me the newest collectible from LOTRshop.com: ‘The Three Wizards.’ Yeah, you know, the ‘Three Wizards’ prize from a few contests ago has finally shown itself, and I must say, it is AMAZING.
So what is it?
It is a limited edition framed photograph of Gandalf (Ian McKellen), Saruman (Christopher Lee), and Peter Jackson as they are preparing for a scene outside of Orthanc.
Now this isn’t any normal cheap computer print-out. This is an actual photograph captured by Pierre Vinet, one of the still photographers on set during the filming of The Lord of the Rings. The frame is equally as valuable. The photo is perfectly mounted in a black wood frame with off-white matte and covered by UV-filtering plexiglass.
The true test of the quality of this product was how my SOTORN would react to it. (SOTORN? Yeah, you know, Significant Others of Tolkien Obsessed Reactive Ninnies) Well, she loves it. So much so, she said, “I would rather have this in our living room than The Two Towers poster!” She is also a photographer by trade, so that gives you a good idea of the quality of this piece in the eyes of someone who knows about such things.
Here is the description from the LOTRshop.com which includes dimensions and other important info:
A stunning juxtaposition of Middle-earth and twenty-first century filmmaking, it shows Gandalf, Saruman, and Peter Jackson during production of The Lord of the Rings movie trilogy. Still photographer Pierre Vinet captured this defining moment on location in New Zealand as Ian McKellen (Gandalf), Christopher Lee (Saruman) and writer/director Peter Jackson prepared to shoot another scene. Each wizard is dressed in his powerful garb — Gandalf and Saruman wear their flowing robes, while Jackson strolls beside them in his trademark shorts — and each holds his magic-making device — Gandalf and Saruman carry their staffs, while Jackson holds his notes for the day’s shooting. The photograph is a full 12 by 18 inches, is professionally matted and framed in an 18 1/2 by 23 1/2 inch black wood frame, and is protected by UV-filtering Plexiglass. A holographic New Line Cinema sticker is affixed to the rear of the frame to certify the photograph’s authenticity. Perfect for display in your home or office, this exclusive item is available in strictly limited quantities. Don`t miss the opportunity to own this amazing photograph which shows these three masters as they bring The Lord of the Rings to life!
If you are looking for that perfect gift for someone this season, this is something that will brighten any Holiday.
Purchase today at LOTRShop.com
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Take a look at these great pics Truegore sends along from the Topps TTT cards. over 30 brand new Two Towers pics! Now that we’ve had our FOTR Special Edition fix…bring on The Two Towers!!! !!!HEAVY SPOILERS!!! [More]
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