Variety had a sit-down with New Line chief Toby Emmerich about the state of the modest, smaller and newly profitable New Line film studio and its new existence under the Warner Bros. umbrella. The conversation turned of course to “The Hobbit.” We learn, among other things that executive Michael Disco will oversee the two movies for the studio. Variety also spoke with Warner’s Alan Horn who, according to the article, “… won’t predict when the first of the two “Hobbit” films will be out, but says the most probable scenario would be a release in the fourth quarter of 2012.”
It concludes with, “It’s a big bet for us. But it’s one we think will pay off given the success of ‘Lord of the Rings,'” says Emmerich. “This is one of the few movies it feels like people are waiting for.”
We know a few people who are indeed waiting for these films. In fact that “2012” date that just got thrown around may start a riot. Remember fans, biting your nails and tearing out you hair will not make things happen faster, nor will turning over cars or looting – the latter two reactions only lead to jail time. Read the whole story here.
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Peter Jackson has revealed that he is currently more passionate about video games than movies. The renowned director admitted in an interview with Aint It Cool News that he spends hours playing Modern Warfare 2 at home and is neglecting his interest in films as a result.
Jackson said: “It’s a great game. I’m enjoying these games more than I am enjoying films at the moment. They are using a lot of the film techniques now, especially the cinematic areas or those little movie things. More..
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Peter Jackson and Carolynne Cunningham have been nominated for a Producers Guild of America Award. Peter was previously nominated in 2003 for ‘The Two Towers’, and eventually won in 2004 for ‘Return of the King’. He is up against: “Avatar”, “An Education”, “The Hurt Locker”, “Inglourious Basterds”, “Invictus”, “Precious: Based on the Novel Push by Sapphire”, “Star Trek”, “Up” & “Up in the Air”.
See the whole list on GeekWeek.com, with a dashing new contributor…me. More..
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Todd writes: Here’s a link to a PJ interview in Post Magazine about the Lovely Bones. Post Magazine focuses on the post production end of the film and video industries. More..
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Ataahua sends this in: A New Zealand cartoonist has a great commentary on Peter Jackson’s knighthood.
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First, HAPPY NEW YEAR WORLD! 2010 is ripe with promise for fans looking forward to the filming of two Hobbit movies to begin.
And next, Peter Jackson is now ‘Sir Peter’ as he was among a group of five New Zealanders awarded the status of ‘Knight’ or ‘Dame’ on the New Year’s list. In a written statement, Sir Peter called receiving the honor an “incredible moment”. “I didn’t think anything would surpass the 2004 Academy Awards, but I was wrong.”
A big thanks to all of those who sent in links about the story while we were enjoying the holidays with our families. There are many places to read more including: www.stuff.co.nz, www.nzherald.co.nz, and www.empireonline.com. Congrats to Sir Peter and his team who have had such a big impact on New Zealand and the world.
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Variety had a sit-down with New Line chief Toby Emmerich about the state of the modest, smaller and newly profitable New Line film studio and its new existence under the Warner Bros. umbrella. The conversation turned of course to “The Hobbit.” We learn, among other things that executive Michael Disco will oversee the two movies for the studio. Variety also spoke with Warner’s Alan Horn who, according to the article, “… won’t predict when the first of the two “Hobbit” films will be out, but says the most probable scenario would be a release in the fourth quarter of 2012.”