Rohavorn writes: I just returned from a special Regal Cinemas screening of Viggo Mortensen’s new movie Hidalgo. I’m going to do my best to keep this report spoiler-free and still give an outline of the film. [More]

Cooperfan writes: David Garland, host of “Spinning on Air” on WNYC radio, New York City, announced on the radio today that he will be interviewing Howard Shore on his show. Show airs on Friday evenings, at 9 p.m. on 93.9 fm and on the web at wnyc.org.

Paul writes: The voting period for “The Golden Schmoes” is now open from February 5-12, 2004. Return of the King has 11 nominations. [More]

Suzanne writes: There is a free lecture at UVIC tonight (Feb 5th) at 7:30 pm at the Fraser Building, the lecture is titled “Problems Tolkien Set for Jackson”, by Tom Shippey.

The folks from kweevak.com write: On Thursday night we will be interviewing Paul Turk from the band Hobbit. He will be on the air live with me at 10 PM EST discussing his band’s concept album based on the Tolkien trilogy. Hobbit has been described as a cross between Yes, Styx, and Tull. Please tune in and spread the word. [More]

1070 AM KNX Los Angeles will be speaking with Peter Jackson today on ‘The Business Hour.’ (1pm PST) PJ is expected to talk about the success of LOTR and his future projects. Unfortunately we do not see a live stream feed for those of you outside Los Angeles, but if someone finds one, please send us the link! [knx1070.com]