ScoutB sent in this EW tidbit. “Gollum may direct Johnny Depp in Addict. Speed-addict-turned-writer Stephen Smith says Andy Serkis will direct the film version of his memoir, and that Depp is in talks to star. [More]
Category: Old Main News
If things have seemed a little quiet here over the weekend, it’s because our chief news editor Xoanon (Mike) has just gotten married! So, on behalf of all staff here at TORn – Barli’s, Greenbooks, HoF, the Boards and the behind-the-scenes admin gods – congratulations and best wishes to both Kathy and Mike!
Ringer spy Celebriel reports that tickets for San Francisco’s Trilogy Thursday, to be held August 18, are now on sale on the event’s website. The screening benefits Cure Autism Now and will include raffles (including prizes donated by Sideshow/WETA), door prizes and a costume contest. [More]
Fantasy fiction has become a dominant force in modern society.
In a time of 15-second attention spans, the longevity of Lord of the Rings shows little sign of abating. And since bursting onto the silver screen in 1977, Star Wars has grabbed and held the imagination of generations of fans.
This weekend in Hall of Fire, we’ll be asking you what it is about these two tales that has created such an enduring passion amongst their devotees to the extent that each appears to have become a world-wide phenomenon. [More]
Alias today announced that on June 17 it will officially launch the third edition of The Art of Maya. This book offers a look inside the world of the 3D computer graphics used in many well-known animation and special effects projects made with Maya software. The work of various companies referenced in the book include: Turner Studios; The Mill; Weta Digital and its work on the The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King; and Oddworld Inhabitants and its latest game Stranger’s Wrath. “Maya Master” Derald Hunt of Turner Studios will be on hand to speak at the launch, taking place in Vancouver at Chapters’ Broadway and Granville location, Friday, June 17 from 5-7 p.m. [More]
Buy the Book
Amazon.com
Amazon.ca
Amazon.co.uk
Amazon.de
Haldirriel writes: I wanted to pass along some info about the exhibit in Indianaopolis this fall. Reservations are being taken now, though the exhibit tickets do not go on sale until August 1. The Indiana State Museum will host Taste of New Zealand, two special events in honor of The Lord of the Rings Motion Picture Trilogy – the Exhibition. On Friday, Oct. 14, and Thursday, Nov. 3, guests can enjoy an evening of New Zealand wines and special dishes in the L.S. Ayres Tea Room. The cost is $65 per person. Seating is limited to the first 60 guests and each dinner begins at 7 p.m. [More]