Sometimes words just pour out of me when I type. Other times, I hesitate. Reviewing THE HOBBIT: AN UNEXPECTED JOURNEY required an approach unusual for me after twelve years contributing to TheOneRing.net. I let things gestate for several days, really, so as to refine my thoughts. The first part of this review will be blissfully *spoiler free* for those who don’t want to know the big changes; but after a warning I’ll get into the nitty-gritty with loads of spoilers.
I’ve been as excited as anybody, truthfully. THE HOBBIT: AUJ has *finally* come to the big screen – envisioned by the capable hands of a crafty Kiwi director, backed up by a super-group of WETA designers, enhanced by New Zealand’s gorgeous vistas. Continue reading “A Leisurely Jaunt With The Top Down: Quickbeam Reviews THE HOBBIT”
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For most folks, this is it: this is the week when we finally get to go back to Middle-earth, and experience Peter Jackson’s first Hobbit movie, The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey. Some of us, however, have had the great good fortune of seeing the film already, at press events around the globe. I was one such lucky viewer – and I present here my more-or-less spoiler-free review of what I saw.
Walking through the morning commuting crowds, heading to the cinema, it was slightly bewildering to think that I was finally going to see this movie. It’s been YEARS – hoping since The Return of the King that we would get to go ‘back again’; handing out ‘Make the Hobbit Happen!’ buttons at conventions; watching the ‘snakes and ladders’ game of waiting for that greenlight; eagerly taking in every moment of Peter Jackson’s production diaries… And now, at last, here it is. Would the anticipation prove too much? Would I be disappointed?
As the opening credits came up, I knew immediately that the answer, whatever was in store, would be NO. I was revisiting old friends – and what a great pleasure it was. I wanted to cry, as Frodo does in The Fellowship of the Ring, ‘It’s wonderful to see you Gandalf!’ What a treat to be back in the Shire, and to delight again in its green beauty. What fun to explore Bag End some more, and to see Ian Holm and Elijah Wood back where they belong – in furry feet!
Continue reading “‘The Long Expected Movie’ – another TORn staffer Hobbit review”
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The cast of ‘The Hobbit’ answers some rapid-fire questions about their characters, the movie, filming in New Zealand and more. It’s a bit hard for me to summarise this one, as it’s not available in Australia because of geo-blocking (it seems to be US-centric). However, I am told it features 11 of the actors who play Thorin’s company answering one question each. Plus there’s a short clip of some of the dwarves arriving at Bag End. Note the geo-blocking: if you’re outside the USA, it might not work for you. Continue reading “Hobbit cast interviewed on VH1”
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“One does not simply walk into Mordor.” It’s one of the classic catchphrases from Lord of the Rings. But is it true?
To celebrate the release of The Hobbit this month, Kerry Shawcross and Chris Demarais, two members of Rooster Teeth Productions (the creators of the acclaimed machinima series Red vs Blue*, as well as Immersion, and Achievement Hunter), decided to find out for themselves. They’ve set themselves the task to complete in just six days the 120+ mile journey across New Zealand from the filming location of Hobbiton in Matamata to that of Mount Doom on Mount Ngauruhoe. Continue reading “Exclusive video: can one simply walk into Mordor?”
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Continuing our series of reviews of The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey, TORn staffer Arwen chimes in with this SPOILER-HEAVY review of the action. I suggest that if you don’t want to know about how the story plays out, what the key plot points are, and what happens at the end of the movie, then this review is probably not for you! On the other hand, if you’re not afraid of reading all those things, dive on in! Continue reading “TORn staffer Arwen reviews The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey”
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12 12 12 – an auspicious date. For many, it will be just a day or two before they finally get to see The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey; and for ALL fans across the world, it’s the day when you will at last have the opportunity to purchase tickets for The One Expected Party! If you want to celebrate the first of Peter Jackson’s Hobbit movies, this is where you need to be. The only party in Hollywood on Oscar night 2013 to revel in Middle-earth, this exclusive event will be hosted just two blocks away from the Academy Award ceremony. With all kinds of fun, festivity, food and frolics, and featuring an amazing live show which includes star Billy Boyd with his band Beecake, this upscale, lavish party will be the can’t-miss black-tie event of the year for Tolkien fans worldwide. We’re working hard to make it an absolutely unforgettable occasion, both for the celebrities who will join us there and for YOU.
Get all the details on the party (entertainment, catering, hotels, etc.) at our party subsite; then prepare to place your ticket order at 9am PST on December 12th 2012 (Timezone Chart). Please note – we are limiting the party attendees this year, to make for a more exclusive event; some of TORn’s regulars have already had a chance to snag their tickets, so don’t delay! This party will sell out – don’t miss the the boat!
If you know a Middle-earth lover, tickets to The One Expected Party would make an incredible Holiday gift. We guarantee, The One Expected Party will be anything but ‘expected’; this extraordinary event will stay with you for the rest of your life. As Bilbo would put it, ‘This will be a night to remember!’ Find out more at our Party Subsite – and don’t forget, 9am PST December 12th is the time to be ready to order! We look forward to seeing you in Hollywood!
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