Ringer Spy Kelvarhin writes: Thought you might be interested in this interview with Orlando Bloom that was published…
Continue ReadingRinger Spy Kelvarhin writes: Thought you might be interested in this interview with Orlando Bloom that was published in today’s Sunday Times here in West Oz. [More]
They’re also running a contest to go to the world premiere of “Return of the King,” all you have to do is fill in the coupon in the paper and send it in. There’s also a second prize of a double pass (max of 200) to a special screening in Perth on the 17th of Dec.
From the official site comes word of a great publicity event in New York: “To celebrate the November 18th DVD and VHS release of the Special Extended Edition of The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers, NYC commuters are invited to ride the “Middle-earth Shuttle” (otherwise known as the Times Square-Grand Central Shuttle). The Shuttle train’s cars-replete with Middle-earth creatures, vines, moss and stones-will carry commuters between both stops from 11:30AM- 1:30PM. Brave travelers will have the opportunity to explore the Middle-earth- themed subway station, accompany Gollum back and forth, stand tall with 12-foot- high living Ents, and much more!”
From the Washington Post: Liv Tyler is paying no mind to the Hollywood suits who want her to shed poundage, according to the Internet Movie Database. The 26-year-old says she has been told by movie bosses that she risks losing top film roles unless she reduces the size of her God-given bod. [More]
From Washington Post: “The Lord of the Rings” star Liv Tyler is paying no mind to the Hollywood suits who want her to shed poundage, according to the Internet Movie Database. The 26-year-old daughter of rocker Steven Tyler says she has been told by movie bosses that she risks losing top film roles unless she reduces the size of her God-given bod. But Liv, who trimmed to a svelte 125 pounds for her part as heroine Arwen in the “Lord of The Rings” trilogy, then piled 28 pounds right back on after shooting wrapped. She insists she’s happy with her weight and doesn’t want to diet. She says, “I’ve been told that if I lose weight I’d have more work, but . . . to the rest of the world I am slim and I like the way I am.” Bless you.
Variety
November 13, 2003
MGM has made a preemptive buy of “Henry Bates and the Sorcerer’s Balls” — a spoof of the “Harry Potter” and “Lord of the Rings” franchises. Studio is looking to conjure up a fantasy parody in the vein of “Scary Movie” horror-spoof franchise.
“Henry,” scripted by David Morgasen, James R. Stein and Timothy Stack, will be produced by Ricky Strauss under his Ricochet Films banner. The writers are best known for partnering with Howard Stern on the series “Son of the Beach” for FX.
“Our good wizard is Gandolfini, who goes against the evil wizard Enron,” Morgasen said. “The quest involves Henry Bates, the rightful king of the land of Middlefinger.This is the first feature for the trio; idea was suggested by Strauss. Stein said he and Stack were thinking about doing a parody but realized Strauss’ idea was better than theirs, which they said bore the working title “Gigli Reloaded.”
MGM bought the script days ago and has already engaged the writers for a two-week polish, indicating the studio plans to move quickly. MGM’s Toby Jaffe, Eric Baires and Devon Williams are steering the pic.
Morgasen and Stein are Endeavor-repped, Stack by Don Buchwald & Associates.
Tom writes in with the following: “The original Lord of the Rings RISK game from Hasbro did not include Gondor or Mordor. The version being sold now features the full map of Middle Earth. I wrote to Hasbro asking about an upgrade/expansion for those who bought the first version and this is the reply I got- I though that others who bought the first version might like to know about this–
Hi Tom,
Thank you for contacting Hasbro, Inc. We are pleased to reply.
The RISK Lord of the Rings expansion pack is available for $18.00, which includes shipping and handling. CA & RI residents must add applicable sales tax.
To order, please send a check or money order, made payable to Hasbro Promotions and Direct to:
Hasbro Promotions & Direct
PO Box 693
Pawtucket, RI 02862-0693
You may also call 1-800-327-8264 to place an order using your Visa, Mastercard or American Express or you may fax credit card orders to (401) 431-8082.
All sales are final. Offer available in the US only, while supplies last. If ordering by mail, please be sure to include a note stating your name and mailing address.
Again, thank you for your interest.”
