Book vs movie Frodo
How is “book” Frodo different to “movie” Frodo?. A thoughtful article at National Review discusses the changes made by Peter Jackson to the character of Frodo.
~Tom Bombadil~
"He had a blue coat and a long brown beard; his eyes were blue and bright, and his face was red as a ripe apple, but creased into a hundred wrinkles of laughter."
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Return of the King sets a new box office record!
Return of the King made an estimated $246.1 million in 5 days. This is a new record for a five-day worldwide opening. Read more at Boxofficemojo.
Interview with Viggo Mortensen
An interview with Viggo at MSN talks about his recent increase in popularity as a result of his role in the LotR films.
Where is Bag End now?
An article at the Wairarapa News reveals that PJ has installed part of the Hobbiton film set, including Bag End, in the grounds of his house near Masterton, NZ where it will be used as a guest house!. For the full story go to the times-age website.
The many faces of Viggo Mortensen
The Daily Sentinel is running an interview with Viggo Mortenson in which he discusses LotR and other aspects of his life. You can read the complete artlicle here.
Announcing the new Rivendell theme!
Our site now has another new theme, made to look like Rivendell. Members can now browse the Council of Elrond, Rivendell style!
Interview with Billy Boyd
In an interview at WPXI Billy Boyd (Pippin) talks about how he came to write the music for “The Steward of Gondor” the song that he sings in RotK.
Tolkien’s sources of inspiration for LotR
An article at the Cincinatti Post discusses some of Tolkien’s sources of inspiration for LotR.
Morning Call discusses Tolkien’s key themes
The Morning Call discusses some of the key themes in Tolkien’s work. To read the full story go to mcall.
There and Back Again: An Actors Tale
Sean Astin talks to the Guardian Unlimited about how making the films changed his life, and his post-LotR plans, including writing a book about his experiences tentatively called “There and Back Again: An Actor’s Tale”.
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