Cathy writes: In the “I Can Do That” column in the June 2006 issue of Popular Woodworking has plans for the shutters in Frodo’s room in Minas Tirith. You can see a small picture of them here. [More]
Category: Old Main News
The actor who has been heavily involved in computer generated graphics in movies has transferred his knowledge for use in a new game for the Playstation 3. Andy Serkis was the actor behind Gollum in the Lord of the Rings movie, as well as being the human face behind King Kong. He is now working on his video game debut, which will come in the PS3 title Heavenly Sword, in which he will play an evil king. [More]
From Cinescape: Sean Bean will play a serial killer in the upcoming remake of THE HITCHER for Rogue Pictures. The remake of the 1986 horror film also stars Sophia Bush. The script for the film was penned by Eric Bernt and follows a young couple driving across the country who become prey for a serial killer. The killer blames all of his murders on the young man. No word yet who is playing Sophia Bush’s male interest in the film, but with shooting set to begin this month we should find out soon.
Allen Hemberger was safely ensconced at the University of Notre Dame in South Bend, Ind., teaching his first semester in the engineering department when he got the call. It was from New Zealand. There was a giant ape in the woods, and they needed his help. Hemberger hung up the phone and considered the options: stay in the Midwest teaching about visual effects or hop on a plane to the other side of the planet to work with one of the world’s foremost directors, Peter Jackson, on his epic remake of the classic thriller King Kong. “It was too sweet of an opportunity for me to pass up,” Hemberger recalls, “so I took it.” [More]
Paul Davids writes: The June issue of HOLLYWOOD SCRIPTWRITER has a major piece on THE SCI-FI BOYS on pp. 24, 25, 29 and 30. It also has an article on p. 38 about the Lifetime Achievement Award that was given to Ray Harryhausen at a special SCI-FI BOYS screening. (PDF File) [More]
Order ‘THE SCI-FI BOYS’ on Amazon.com today!
A repeat airing of Dominic Monaghan on ‘Jimmy Kimmel Live’ airs tonight on ABC. This clip is a keeper with Dom in fine goofy form as he shows his ‘fun’ daily life in Hawaii. Mega-genius J.J. Abrams is the guest director and Dom has a little fun with him. If you haven’t seen it, its new to you! Catch it tonight on ABC or follow this link for the segment! [More]