Search a production diary close enough, and there’s usually a gem hidden away. You probably recall the Radagast…
Continue ReadingSearch a production diary close enough, and there’s usually a gem hidden away. You probably recall the Radagast and Beorn artwork (spoiler!) that was hidden in PD #5, for example. Now, hunting through PD #7, TORn message board member Shelob’sAppetite has discovered what could be a concept model of the skinchanger Beorn.
Spoiler pictures taken from the PD beyond the cut! Continue reading “Production diary blows Beorn’s cover (again)?”
Wrebbit and Coiledspring, creators of 3D puzzles of various Lord of the Rings sets (including Edoras, Orthanc and Minas Tirith) have announced they’re working on a new series inspired by the The Hobbit movies. No sneak-preview images yet, but we’re keeping our fingers crossed for something nice.
Elijah Wood recently sat down with Yahoo! TV to discuss the forthcoming second season of “Wilfred.” In the process, he shed a little light on his recent journey back to New Zealand to take part in the filming of “The Hobbit”. Thanks to James for the heads-up. Go have a listen and watch the video. [More]
Billy Connolly returned to New Zealand today after a brief tour to promote the animated movie “Brave,” which was three years in the making. He was glad to be back to complete his role as Dain Ironfoot.
“I have a war to fight. Elves to kill. Orcs to maim,” he says.
And he has really enjoyed working with Peter Jackson, who obviously sets a high standard.
“He knows what he wants and he stays on the case until he gets it. It’s highly technical and we do a lot of takes. It’s not like normal movies where you just have to get your words right and avoid the furniture.”
But Billy isn’t sure how long he will be in New Zealand although he hasn’t done much sightseeing yet and revealed he has an invitation to “The Hobbit” wrap party on July 7th. So only a little while longer for Billy to be a dwarf warrior. Pickups are expected to take place after the official wrap, so some filming will go on after the July 7 party.
Welcome to this months 
“Getting to know…” questions that need answering. It’s based on the old Getting to know you threads that I used to post on the message boards here on TORn, so those familiar with them will know that the questions can be a little crazy and the answers even crazier.
This month, in the lead up to ComicCon, we’re asking questions of the other stripey TORn Kitty and intrepid traveller, Garfeimao.
Thanks for joining us this month Garf.
Me: What, in your opinion, are the best places to visit in California?
Garfeimao: Hah, that’s funny, since I’m at just about the most touristy spot in all of California, Disneyland, right now. In fact, if you put these answers up pretty quickly, you may well get a bit of a scoop, since I’m at the Press Preview of the new Cars Land at Disney’s California Adventure in Anaheim, California. The’ve added Radiator Springs, a 12 acre park with 3 full rides and loads of shops and restaurants and new entertainment options, and it’s just adorable. They built up the background to look like the desert mesas and mountains you see if the film, including the waterfall and bridge sequence from the film. It’s really cool and very immersive, and the opening night party tonight was awesome. I ran into Andy Garcia, twice, Larry the Cable Guy (who voices Mater in the Cars movies) and I ran into Scott Hamilton, the Olympic Figure skater, among several other celebrities that were here.
The film panels for Comic-Con’s 6,500 seat Hall H are beginning to shape up nicely, which helps TheOneRing know where its staff will be spending its time. Warner Bros. has booked a three hour slot on Saturday for the largest hall, and “The Hobbit” will likely be featured and be assured TheOneRing.net team will be there to fully report. Perhaps the Tolkien fans need to ready their sleeping bags. Rumors place significant “Hobbit” actors at the event but we have no confirmations at this time.
TheOneRing.net also has been invited by Comic-Con to present a “Hobbit” panel as we have done for several years in a row. We also expect to feature some cool bonus content from Weta Workshop and chat about our Gandalf / Fandalf effort. Exact times will be announced very soon, perhaps as soon as tomorrow so stay tuned. Continue reading “Official panel for ‘The Hobbit’ at Comic-Con 2012?”
