Elijah Wood’s trademark blue eyes have glimpsed the wonders of Middle Earth (the “Lord of the Rings” trilogy), the destructive power of the universe (“Deep Impact”) and the graphic manifestation of a comic book come to life (“Sin City”). Next he’ll be focusing them on one of the most tragically memorable events in the history of U.S. politics. “It’s a film called ‘Bobby,’ ” Wood revealed of the project. “It’s about the day that Robert Kennedy was shot at the Ambassador Hotel, and it takes place at the Ambassador. It’s essentially about a cross-section of various people from all walks of life, at that hotel on that day, all leading up to his speech and him being assassinated.” [More]
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New Line Cinema’s decision to make a landmark payout to veteran Hollywood producer Saul Zaentz over claims against Lord of the Rings profits may boost the chances of settlement of a similar claim by New Zealand director Peter Jackson, an industry commentator says. Zaentz sued the studio last year for $US20 million ($NZ29.3 million) he said was owed from Lord of the Rings (LOTR) profits. Jackson separately sued the studio in March, and is thought to be claiming $US100 million. [More]
Megan writes: I am organizing a silent auction including some LOTR collectibles to benefit The American Red Cross disaster relief fund. At the Alamo Drafthouse, downtown (4th and Colorado), Austin, Texas. The event will be this Saturday, September 3rd at about 12 noon. All proceeds to go to the American Red Cross Disaster relief funds for aid for Katrina victims. Be prepared to pay that day. Make checks payable to American Red Cross. If anyone would like to donate something or help, please email me, Megan at mdhagins@onr.com Of course can also give a cash or check donation without bidding in the auction, to be given directly to the American Red Cross or donate directly online at
redcross.org
Alyse writes: The following are the art awards from ELF: A Weekend of Wonder. A big thank you to all the artists who participated in the art show and made it such a success! [More]
Darren from Cards Inc. writes: I wanted to report to you that The Lord of The Rings show is this Sunday 4th September on QVC UK. The show is from 7pm – 8pm Lots of new LOTR products that include the following :
Boromir Sword
Anduril Sword Letter Opener
Arwen Evenstar Pendant Display Case
The Siege of Isengard Lithograph
Gimli Signature Edition lithograph
Return of The King Masterworks
Army of The Dead lithograph
Gauntlet of the Dark Lord Sauron
Want to help out a fellow Tolkien lover? Please check this out if you’d care to help! Thanks! [More]