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‘The Hobbit’ Cast’s Final Addition Is Billy Connolly
Billy Connolly (The Boondocks Saints) is the last addition to the cast of director Peter Jackson’s two-part adaptation of J.R.R. Tolkien’s ‘The Hobbit’.
by Sandy Schaefer | Feb 9, 201211 Comments
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Andy Serkis Discusses The Art of Motion-Capture Acting
Motion-capture acting expert Andy Serkis (Lord of the Rings, Rise of the Planet of the Apes) reveals his own personal thoughts and feelings about the technology.
by Sandy Schaefer | Jan 24, 201223 Comments
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5 Big Questions for Movie Geeks in 2012
We propose 5 big movie geek questions that will be answered and addressed by the movies of 2012.
by Kofi Outlaw | Jan 18, 201274 Comments
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New ‘Hobbit’ Images; Interviews with Philippa Boyens & Richard Armitage
Check out two new images from ‘The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey’ and read on for co-writer Philippa Boyens and costar Richard Armitage’s thoughts on the fantasy flick.
by Sandy Schaefer | Jan 15, 201237 Comments
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New Images From ‘The Avengers’, ‘The Hobbit’, ‘Prometheus’ & More
Get an early look at highly-anticipated 2012 films like ‘The Avengers’, ‘The Hobbit’, ‘Prometheus’, ‘Brave’, and more in today’s image roundup gallery.
by Sandy Schaefer | Jan 6, 201225 Comments
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Our 20 Most Anticipated Movies of 2012
With so many high profile films hitting theaters this year, what should you look forward to seeing in 2012? Read on to find out our 20 most anticipated movies of the year.
by Rob Keyes | Jan 5, 201296 Comments
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Peter Jackson Talks ‘The Hobbit’: Fairy Tale Tone, Dwarves, & Del Toro
‘Hobbit’ director Peter Jackson discusses the tonal differences between his new films and the ‘Lord of the Rings’ trilogy, and how much of Guillermo del Toro’s vision is being retained.
by Sandy Schaefer | Jan 2, 201268 Comments
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‘The Hobbit’ Set Video #5: The Return To Hobbiton
Peter Jackson and his filmmaking crew (of hundreds) set to out shoot around the New Zealand countryside, beginning with ‘Hobbiton’ in the latest production diary video for ‘The Hobbit’.
by Sandy Schaefer | Dec 23, 201120 Comments
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‘The Hobbit’ Trailer Is Here!
Get an early look at director Peter Jackson’s return trip to Middle-Earth in the official teaser trailer for ‘The Hobbit’.
by Sandy Schaefer | Dec 20, 2011127 Comments
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‘Avengers’, ‘Hobbit’, ‘Mirror Mirror’, & ’21 Jump Street’ Media Roundup
Newly-unveiled images from ‘The Avengers’ and ‘The Hobbit’ are available for viewing, along with new posters from ‘Mirror Mirror’ and ’21 Jump Street’.
by Sandy Schaefer | Dec 20, 201115 Comments
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Superman & The Hobbit Release Dates Remain as Scheduled [UPDATED]
Update: Despite rumors, Warner Bros. has confirmed that Zack Snyder’s ‘Man of Steel’ and Peter Jackson’s ‘The Hobbit’ are still coming as planned at their scheduled release dates.
by Rob Keyes | Dec 7, 201122 Comments
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‘Lord of the Rings’ Trilogy May Be Given A 3D Re-Release
Elijah Woods says there has been discussion of eventually post-converting the ‘Lord of the Rings’ trilogy to 3D, possibly for a theatrical re-release.
by Sandy Schaefer | Nov 24, 201130 Comments
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Andy Serkis Teases ‘The Hobbit’ Trailer; Talks Second Unit Directing [Updated]
A trailer for ‘The Hobbit’ will arrive in December 2011, according to Andy Serkis. Read on for his thoughts about working as a second unit director on the project.
by Sandy Schaefer | Nov 15, 20119 Comments
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‘The Hobbit’ Set Video #4 Explains The Schematics of 3D Filmmaking
Peter Jackson has posted a new ‘Hobbit’ production diary video that reveals the cutting-edge 3D technology being used on the films (and all the difficulties that come with it).
by Sandy Schaefer | Nov 4, 20117 Comments
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New ‘Hobbit’ Production Video Shows Gollum’s Cave, Dwarf Battles & More
A new production diary from the set of ‘The Hobbit’ reveals some terrific behind-the-scenes footage of Peter Jackson’s epic return to Middle-earth.
by Rob Frappier | Jul 21, 201117 Comments
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Latest ‘Hobbit’ Image: Richard Armitage as Thorin Oakenshield
Check out the first image of Richard Armitage as Thorin Oakenshield in ‘The Hobbit’. How does the actor look as the powerful dwarf warrior?
by Sandy Schaefer | Jul 18, 201137 Comments
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More ‘Hobbit’ Dwarf Images: Balin & Dwalin
The latest promotional pic for Peter Jackson’s ‘The Hobbit’ reveals the noble warrior dwarfs Balin (Ken Stott) and Dwalin (Graham McTavish).
by Sandy Schaefer | Jul 15, 201120 Comments
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New Hobbit Image: Bofur, Bombur and Bifur
Check out the dwarves Bofur, Bombur, and Bifur in this new image from Peter Jackson’s The Hobbit. How awesome are these costumes?
by Rob Frappier | Jul 13, 201140 Comments
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4 More ‘Hobbit’ Dwarf Images, Bilbo & Elrond Set Photo
New ‘Hobbit’ images reveal 4 more dwarves – plus, we have a behind-the-scenes photo of Bilbo Baggins (Martin Freeman) encountering Elf King Elrond (Hugo Weaving).
by Kofi Outlaw | Jul 12, 201119 Comments
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‘The Hobbit’ Set Video #2: Production Break & Shooting Locations
Peter Jackson has posted a second ‘Hobbit’ set video that offers a production update and follows the filmmaker as he explores new shooting locations across New Zealand.
by Sandy Schaefer | Jul 9, 201119 Comments
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Complete Comic-Con 2011 Movie Panel Schedule
Comic-Con 2011 is almost upon us and now we have the schedule for all the comic book and movie panels you want to see at the contention.
by Kofi Outlaw | Jul 7, 2011No Comments
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New ‘Hobbit’ Image: The Dwarf Brothers Nori, Ori, & Dori
The latest image released for Peter Jackson’s ‘The Hobbit’ reveals the dwarf siblings Nori (Jed Brophy), Ori (Adam Brown), and Dori (Mark Hadlow).
by Sandy Schaefer | Jul 7, 201119 Comments
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Two New Images from Peter Jackson’s ‘The Hobbit’
Check out two new images of Gandalf the Grey and Bilbo Baggins from Peter Jackson’s ‘The Hobbit.’ Ready to return to Middle-earth?
by Rob Frappier | Jun 30, 201122 Comments
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Weekend Movie News Wrap Up: June 26th, 2011
Here’s our box office report for the weekend of June 24th 2011 – as well as various movie news tidbits we may have missed.
by Niall Browne | Jun 26, 201124 Comments
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First ‘Hobbit’ Image: Martin Freeman As Bilbo Baggins
The first image of Martin Freeman as Bilbo Baggins in Peter Jackson’s ‘The Hobbit’ has been released – along with a pic of Ian McKellen back in costume as Gandalf the Grey.
by Sandy Schaefer | Jun 23, 201145 Comments
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Evangeline Lilly & Barry Humphries Join ‘The Hobbit’
Peter Jackson has announced that ‘Lost’ actress Evangeline Lilly will play an elf in ‘The Hobbit’, while Barry Humphries (Parkinson) has been cast as The Great Goblin.
by Sandy Schaefer | Jun 20, 201125 Comments
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Luke Evans Joins ‘The Hobbit’; Benedict Cumberbatch Voicing Two Villains
Luke Evans has been cast in Peter Jackson’s ‘Hobbit’ movie as Bard the Bowman. Also, it’s been revealed that Benedict Cumberbatch will voice the villainous Necromancer and the dragon Smaug.
by Sandy Schaefer | Jun 17, 201111 Comments
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Official ‘Hobbit’ Movie Subtitles & Release Dates
New Line/Warner Bros./MGM has officially announced the subtitles and release dates for Peter Jackson’s two ‘Hobbit’ movies. Read on to find out what they are.
by Sandy Schaefer | May 30, 201133 Comments
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Orlando Bloom Confirmed For ‘The Hobbit’
Peter Jackson has confirmed that ‘Lord of the Rings’ star Orlando Bloom will be returning as elf warrior Legolas in ‘The Hobbit’.
by Kofi Outlaw | May 27, 201121 Comments
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‘The Hobbit’ Adds Sherlock; ‘Hunger Games’ Finds Katniss’ Stylists
Benedict Cumberbatch (Sherlock) will reportedly play a role in ‘The Hobbit’; meawhile, two actresses have been cast as District 12 stylists in ‘The Hunger Games’.
by Sandy Schaefer | May 23, 20114 Comments
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Stephen Fry Cast in ‘The Hobbit’ as The Master of Laketown
Actor Stephen Fry (Sherlock Holmes 2) has joined the cast of Peter Jackson’s ‘The Hobbit’ as the master of Laketown, a Middle Earth city.
by Rob Frappier | May 19, 20117 Comments
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‘The Hobbit’ Casts Two More; Hugo Weaving Returning As Elrond
Actors Dean O’Gorman and Lee Pace have officially joined the cast of Peter Jackson’s ‘The Hobbit’. In other news, Hugo Weaving is confirmed to reprise his role as Elrond.
by Sandy Schaefer | May 2, 201114 Comments
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‘The Hobbit’ Loses Rob Kazinsky
Rob Kazinsky will no longer be playing the dwarf Fili in Peter Jackson’s two-part adaptation of J.R.R. Tolkien’s ‘The Hobbit’.
by Sandy Schaefer | Apr 25, 20119 Comments
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Sir Ian Holm Returning as Older Bilbo in ‘The Hobbit’
‘Lord of the Rings’ director Peter Jackson has confirmed that actor Sir Ian Holm will reprise his role as the senior Bilbo Baggins in the upcoming ‘Hobbit’ films.
by Ben Kendrick | Apr 22, 20115 Comments
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‘The Hobbit’ Set Video Teases The Return To Middle-Earth
Peter Jackson has posted a ‘Hobbit’ set video that offers a behind-the-scenes look at the films’ cast, crew, costumes, sets, and much more.
by Sandy Schaefer | Apr 14, 201121 Comments
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‘Avatar’ Sequels & ‘The Hobbit’ Update: Filming Locations & Technology
James Cameron will shoot his ‘Avatar’ sequels on a new set located in Manhattan Beach, California. Meanwhile, Peter Jackson explains why he is filming ‘The Hobbit’ at a much higher frame rate.
by Sandy Schaefer | Apr 12, 201115 Comments
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‘Flight of the Conchords’ Star Bret McKenzie Joins ‘The Hobbit’
‘Flight of the Conchords’ Star Bret McKenzie has joined the cast of ‘The Hobbit.’ Will the actor reprise his (extremely) minor role from the original ‘Lord of the Rings’ films?
by Rob Frappier | Apr 4, 20119 Comments
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Saoirse Ronan Unconfirmed for ‘The Hobbit’; Wants to Play an Elf
We spoke with Saoirse Ronan at the ‘Hanna’ press event at WonderCon today, where she gave some indication of whether or not she’ll appear in Peter Jackson’s ‘The Hobbit.’
by Roth Cornet | Apr 2, 201111 Comments
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Movie Image Roundup: ‘Sucker Punch’, ‘Conan the Barbarian’, ‘Charlie’s Angels’ & More
Today’s Movie Image Roundup has 47 images from 17 films, including a look at the sexy girls of ‘Sucker Punch’ and ‘Charlie’s Angels’, as well as the villains from ‘Scream 4′ and ‘Conan the Barbarian’.
by Paul Young | Mar 21, 201114 Comments
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‘The Hobbit’ Begins Production; Official Synopsis Released
Peter Jackson’s ‘The Hobbit’ has at last begun production in New Zealand. Images of the director on set have been released, along with the films’ official synopsis.
by Sandy Schaefer | Mar 21, 201130 Comments
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Ian McKellen Offers Early ‘Hobbit’ Update
Sir Ian McKellen has shared his impression of early 3D tests with Martin Freeman in costume as Bilbo Baggins for ‘The Hobbit’.
by Sandy Schaefer | Mar 9, 201112 Comments
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Possible ‘Hobbit’ Movies Subtitles; Ian Holm’s Return Not Locked
New Line Cinema has registered two potential titles for Peter Jackson’s ‘The Hobbit’ movies. Meanwhile, Ian Holm says he’s not set to reprise his role as an elderly Bilbo Baggins.
by Sandy Schaefer | Mar 3, 201129 Comments
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‘The Hobbit’ Cast Image: Bilbo Baggins & The Thirteen Dwarves
Check out an image of ‘The Hobbit’ cast – Bilbo Baggins (Martin Freeman) and the thirteen dwarves – all gathered together to film Peter Jackson’s epic adventure/fantasy prequel.
by Ben Moore | Feb 11, 201127 Comments
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‘The Hobbit’ Officially Begins Filming In March
Peter Jackson will officially begin shooting his two-part, 3D adaptation of ‘The Hobbit’ on March 21st, 2011.
by Sandy Schaefer | Feb 7, 201119 Comments
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‘The Hobbit’ Delayed By Peter Jackson’s Health Woes
Emergency surgery to deal with an ulcer has left director Peter Jackson bedridden and ‘The Hobbit’ facing a delayed production start.
by Kofi Outlaw | Jan 27, 201112 Comments
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Elijah Wood & Orlando Bloom’s Roles in ‘The Hobbit’
Early reports hint at small roles for Orlando Bloom and Elijah Wood for their returning appearances as Legolas and Frodo, respectively, in ‘The Hobbit’ movies
by Rob Keyes | Jan 12, 201118 Comments
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Christopher Lee Will Return for ‘The Hobbit,’ plus More David Tennant Rumors
More ‘Hobbit’ casting news: Barring any health problems, Christopher Lee will reprise his role as Saruman; plus, David Tennant is rumored to play Elf King Thranduil.
by Rob Frappier | Jan 12, 201117 Comments
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Andy Serkis and Ian McKellen Are Officially Onboard For ‘The Hobbit’ [Updated]
Actor Andy Serkis has signed on to reprise his turn as Gollum in ‘The Hobbit’, and Ian McKellen is now officially returning as Gandalf the Grey as well.
by Sandy Schaefer | Jan 10, 201129 Comments
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Elijah Wood Will Return as Frodo in ‘The Hobbit’
Elijah Wood has signed on to reprise the role of Frodo in Peter Jackson’s two-part adaptation of ‘The Hobbit’ – but how exactly will the character factor into the story?
by Chris Schrader | Jan 7, 201124 Comments
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‘The Hobbit’ Will Be Distributed Worldwide By Warner Bros.
Warner Bros. has secured a deal to handle international theatrical and video distribution responsibilities for Peter Jackson’s two-part adaptation of ‘The Hobbit’.
by Sandy Schaefer | Jan 6, 20115 Comments
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Orlando Bloom’s Legolas Returning For ‘The Hobbit’
Orlando Bloom is in final negotiations to return as Legolas in Peter Jackson’s two films based on ‘The Hobbit.’ Who else could be making a surprise return?
by Rob Keyes | Dec 8, 2010121 Comments
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The Hobbit Cast Adds Seven More – Including Cate Blanchett
The cast of Peter Jackson’s two-part adaptation of ‘The Hobbit’ has grown considerably with seven new actors joining the project, the most notable addition being actress Cate Blanchett.
by Ross Miller | Dec 7, 201037 Comments
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‘The Hobbit’ Production Update: Cutting-Edge 3D, CGI Dragons & More
Peter Jackson will shoot ‘The Hobbit’ in 3D using new RED EPIC digital cameras. Meanwhile, Ian McKellen looks to reprise his role as Gandalf the Grey for both of the ‘Hobbit’ films.
by Sandy Schaefer | Nov 29, 201052 Comments
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Howard Shore Returning To Score ‘The Hobbit’
Howard Shore, composer of the ‘Lord of the Rings’ trilogy, is returning to work with Peter Jackson once more in his two-part adaptation of ‘The Hobbit’.
by Ross Miller | Nov 19, 201015 Comments
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MGM Bankruptcy Saga Ends – Will Bond Be Back Soon?
MGM has submitted is bankruptcy reorganization plan, bringing this drama to a close. Now that ‘The Hobbit’ has gone into production, will ‘James Bond 23′ be next?
by Kofi Outlaw | Nov 3, 201020 Comments
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‘The Hobbit’ Cast Adds James Nesbitt & Adam Brown
Actors Adam Brown and James Nesbitt are the latest additions to the cast of Peter Jackson’s ‘The Hobbit’ movies, which look to replicate the success of the ‘Lord of the Rings’ trilogy.
by Sandy Schaefer | Nov 2, 201015 Comments
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MGM Lenders Officially Approve Reorganization Plan
MGM’s lenders have approved a plan for the company to file for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, with Spyglass Entertainment CEOs Gary Barber and Roger Birnbaum taking over.
by Rob Frappier | Oct 30, 20104 Comments
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‘The Hobbit’ Staying In New Zealand
After questions were raised over whether or not ‘The Hobbit’ would film in New Zealand, a deal has been reached to keep the production there. Find out the details here.
by Ross Miller | Oct 27, 201012 Comments
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Martin Freeman Confirmed for ‘The Hobbit’; Dwarves Also Cast
Following months of rumors it’s been officially confirmed that Martin Freeman will play the role of Bilbo Baggins in ‘The Hobbit’. Find out who else is joining the cast.
by Ross Miller | Oct 22, 201037 Comments
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‘The Hobbit’ Leaving New Zealand? [Updated]
‘The Hobbit’ has been in an epic war with foes left and right to get into production. Even though the film was recently greenlit, that victory could be bittersweet: ‘The Hobbit’ is likely leaving New Zealand.
by Kofi Outlaw | Oct 20, 201021 Comments
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