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  Comic-Con 2012: ‘The Hobbit’ Panel Recap

  We look back at the highly-anticipated Comic-Con panel for ‘The Hobbit’ and the twelve minutes of footage that was shown to the those in attendance.

  by John Hanlon | 306 days ago6 Comments

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  Peter Jackson Clarifies ‘Hobbit’ Trilogy Talk; Third Movie Based on Tolkien’s Notes

  ‘The Hobbit’ director, Peter Jackson, drops hints that he may extend his prequel movies into a full-blown trilogy using 125 pages of expanded Tolkien notes.

  by Ben Kendrick | 308 days ago52 Comments

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  Comic-Con 2012: ‘The Hobbit’ Panel

  Peter Jackson, Legendary Pictures and Warner Bros. bring ‘The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey’ to Comic-Con 2012 along with key cast members to showcase exclusive new footage.

  by John Hanlon | 309 days ago15 Comments

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  ‘The Hobbit’: New Comic-Con 2012 Images & 3D Posters

  Check out our ‘Hobbit’ Comic-Con 2012 gallery, featuring some impressive 3D posters and a life-sized replica of some of the movie’s fearsome stone trolls.

  by Kofi Outlaw | 310 days ago19 Comments

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  Peter Jackson Finishes Principal Photography On ‘The Hobbit’

  Peter Jackson has announced the official completion of principal photography on his ‘Hobbit’ films, about a week before the project will be previewed at Comic-Con 2012.

  by Sandy Schaefer | 317 days ago58 Comments

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  10 New Images from ‘The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey’

  10 new images from ‘The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey’ have hit the Internet, with quotes from the cast and its director, Peter Jackson.

  by Ben Moore | 320 days ago31 Comments

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  Comic-Con 2012 Movie Preview: ‘Man of Steel’, ‘Iron Man 3′, ‘The Hobbit’ & More

  As we near Comic-Con 2012, we take a look at the big films that will be in attendance, including ‘The Hobbit’, ‘Iron Man 3′, and the Superman reboot ‘Man of Steel’ .

  by Kofi Outlaw | 339 days ago39 Comments

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  ‘Hobbit’ Set Video #7: A Tour of Peter Jackson’s Stone Street Studio

  Peter Jackson’s latest production diary video for ‘The Hobbit’ features a tour of the Stone Street Studio complex and the numerous departments working on the two-film project.

  by Sandy Schaefer | 347 days ago22 Comments

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  Back to the Future: Hollywood’s Fascination with Prequels

  As the ‘Alien’ prequel ‘Prometheus’ nears its release date, Screen Rant takes a look at Hollywood’s fascination with making prequels to successful films.

  by Niall Browne | 360 days ago29 Comments

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  ‘Hobbit’ CinemaCon Footage Recap: A Wondrous Return to Middle-earth

  While the footage featured in the CinemaCon sizzle reel for Peter Jackson’s first ‘Hobbit’ movie is raved about, the film’s higher frame rate received a somewhat average grade from attendees.

  by Sandy Schaefer | 389 days ago19 Comments

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  Movie Images: ‘Prometheus’, ‘G.I. Joe 2′, ‘Riddick’ & ‘The Hobbit’

  In our latest movie image roundup, the ‘Prometheus’ crew explores an alien world, Storm Shadow prepares for ‘Retaliation’, mercenaries hunt ‘Riddick’ and ‘The Hobbit’ goes on ‘An Unexpected Journey’.

  by Sandy Schaefer | 409 days ago7 Comments

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  ‘The Hobbit’ Set Video #6: A Journey Around New Zealand

  Follow Peter Jackson and his filmmaking crew (armada?) as they shoot on location around the New Zealand countryside in the sixth ‘Hobbit’ production diary video.

  by Sandy Schaefer | 444 days ago27 Comments

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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 | 465 days ago11 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 | 481 days ago23 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 | 487 days ago75 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 | 490 days ago39 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 | 499 days ago25 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 | 500 days ago112 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 | 503 days ago68 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 | 513 days ago20 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 | 515 days ago133 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 | 516 days ago15 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 | 528 days ago22 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 | 542 days ago47 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 | 551 days ago9 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 | 562 days ago8 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 | 668 days ago17 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 | 671 days ago39 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 | 674 days ago20 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 | 675 days ago41 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 | 677 days ago19 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 | 680 days ago19 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 | 682 days agoNo 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 | 682 days ago19 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 | 689 days ago22 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 | 693 days ago24 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 | 696 days ago46 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 | 699 days ago25 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 | 702 days ago13 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 | 720 days ago42 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 | 723 days ago22 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 | 727 days ago5 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 | 731 days ago7 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 | 748 days ago15 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 | 755 days ago9 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 | 758 days ago5 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 | 766 days ago21 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 | 768 days ago15 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 | 775 days ago9 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 | 777 days ago11 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 | 790 days ago14 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 | 790 days ago30 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 | 802 days ago12 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 | 808 days ago29 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 | 828 days ago27 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 | 832 days ago19 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 | 843 days ago12 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 | 858 days ago20 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 | 858 days ago17 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 | 859 days ago30 Comments