Guillermo Del Toro 2In an exclusive interview with TheOneRing.net, Guillermo del Toro talks about Ian McKellen, Andy Serkis, Howard Shore, Animatronics vs CGI, the ‘tone’ of the upcoming ‘Hobbit’ films and much more!

We had the opportunity to chat with Guillermo del Toro this morning from his current HQ in London. He’s hard at work putting the finishing touches on ‘Hellboy II: The Golden Army’ and taking interviews from news outlets about that film, and the recent announcement that he’ll be doing ‘The Hobbit’ and a subsequent Hobbit sequel down the line.

First things first, YES, that is him on our message boards, he told me he intends to post there as often as he humanly can. And yes, he is as cool and approachable as he sounds. Take a look at my interview! Continue reading “Guillermo del Toro Chats with TORN About ‘The Hobbit’ Films!”

andyserkis.jpgAndy Serkis is about to hit the big screen again. His new project, The Cottage, a British horror-comedy by director Paul Andrew Williams opens March 14 in the UK. In this interview from the Daily Record, Andy talks about his role in The Cottage as well as his portrayal of Gollum, his top secret involvement in Tintin and his hope to be involved in the filming of The Hobbit. Thanks again to message board member diedye who’s been scouring the internet for articles today.Read More

Andy SerkisThe Den of Geek has an interview with Andy Serkis in which Andy, like the majority of the other LOTR alum, express interest in ‘The Hobbit’ films:

Den of Geek: …Would you be looking to get involved in The Hobbit?

Andy: Yeah, well if The Hobbit happens, and there’s reason to believe that it will, then I think I’m in with a chance! Gollum is very much part of The Hobbit, after all.”

He sure is Andy! We have a tough time believing their is anyone out there who thinks Andy should not return for a second stint at Gollum. [Read the Full Interview]

Andy Serkis says 'Tintin' work has begun Filming has begun on the dual features adapting Herge’s beloved comic strip ‘Tintin’. Empire caught up with Andy Serkis who talked a bit about the filming, which is taking place in New Zealand. “It was on the Avatar’ stage,” Serkis told Empire, referring to James Cameron’s long-anticipated all-CGI epic. “We had this incredible week. Cameron was there, Peter Jackson was there (who’s directing one of the three Tintin films), and Steven Spielberg was there (who’s directing another). All in the same room!” Andy Serkis says ‘Tintin’ work has begun

Golden Globes Coverage The Golden Globe nominees were announced earlier this week, Garfeimao sends along the list of LOTR alums who earned a nomination!

BEST PERFORMANCE BY AN ACTRESS IN A MOTION PICTURE – DRAMA
CATE BLANCHETT – ELIZABETH: THE GOLDEN AGE

BEST PERFORMANCE BY AN ACTOR IN A MOTION PICTURE – DRAMA
VIGGO MORTENSEN – EASTERN PROMISES

BEST PERFORMANCE BY AN ACTRESS IN A SUPPORTING ROLE IN A MOTION PICTURE
CATE BLANCHETT – I’M NOT THERE

BEST SUPPORTING ACTOR IN A MINI-SERIES OR MOVIE
ANDY SERKIS – LONGFORD

BEST ORIGINAL SCORE – MOTION PICTURE
HOWARD SHORE – EASTERN PROMISES