Kim of Tulsa managed to snare a LOTR chess-set and here’s the pics to prove it! [More]
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Brian of LightsOutEntertainment wrote in: “I’ve transcribed parts of Peter Jackson’s interview in the latest issue of the official LOTR magazine where he talks about THE HOBBIT as well as KING KONG! [More]
Enedumiel sent this in from the One Spirit Bookclub’s newsletter, which is selling the Platinum Extended DVD of FOTR as well as a replica of the One Ring. [More]
It pays to belong, sometimes, according to Endumiel: “I just got the newsletter in for the One Spirit Bookclub, and they have the extended edition DVD for sale. They didn’t say anything about it being for pre-order, either. The info they gave is as follows.”
The Lord of the Rings ™ Director’s Cut Collectible DVD & Bookend Set
One of the greatest fantasy epics ever made just got even better! This 5-disc Platinum Series collection includes a special, uncut and extended edition of the film The Lord of the Rings(tm): The Fellowship of the Ring(tm). Also included are a set of polystone bookends crafted in the exact likeness of the majestic and awe-inspiring Argonauts in the film. Plus an all-new version of the National Geographic DVD Beyond the Movie: The Lord of the Rings with additional footage and a photo gallery all bundeled in an impressive gift packaging. Bookends measure 7″ x 8 3/8″ x 7″. 5-DVD Collection 54-6730 $79.99
The One Ring and Pendant Do you have what it takes to be lord of the One Ring? No fan should be without the Elfin Ring of Power – a stunning vermiel band with hand carved Elfin script – just like the one from the hit film! Plat3ed in 22-kt. gold and hanging from a 20″ sterling chain. Pendant 14-6728 $39.99
News from JFlower – “I just got my TV Guide, and the Viewer’s Choice Pay Per View Channel here in Canada has a contest posted for their premiering of the FOTR on October 4 (the promotion is entitled “Feed Your Fantasies”). The contest entitles the winner to a sneak peek screening of The Two Towers for the winner and all their friends before the movie is released in theaters. The rules will be posted at ViewersChoice I have a feeling the contest will be for Canadians only (but I’m not sure about that).”
Older generations seem to despair (usually), of the reading habits of their kids, but this UK survey shows that not all is gloomy. In fact, classics such as LoTR and Alice in Wonderland and the Wind in the Willows are all among the top children’s books. Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone takes the top spot; LoTR slips in at sixth. [More]