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SDCC 08: Hobbit Panel Revealed
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While there has not yet been an official release of this year’s San Diego Comic-Con panel lineup, Kirstin Thompson of The Frodo Franchise, has posted information about one panel for 2008. Kirstin wrote in her June 6th blog,”My friends at TheOneRing.net have asked me to join them on a panel concerning the Hobbit films…
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John Howe is Forging Dragons
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Celebrated artist, and Tolkien illustrator, John Howe has turned his considerable talents to the subject of dragons. Forging Dragons, set for release October 10, 2008, is a complete study of dragons as the Mr. Howe allows readers to follow his inspiration and techniques used to bring the mythical creatures to life. The book covers…
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[Updated] Get Inside the Weta Cave
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[Updated 6/8- now with pictures!] For the first time ever, Weta Workshop is opening the doors to part of the visual effects facilities to visitors. The multiple Academy Award-winning company behind the magic of movies such as Lord of the Rings, King Kong and Narnia, is inviting fans to visit them in Miramar, Wellington…
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Chatting Up ‘The Hobbit’ With PJ & GDT
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PCZ brings you a recap of the top 20 fan-submitted questions from the ‘Unexpected Party’. A chat session hosted by Weta on May 24th featuring ‘The Hobbit’ filmmakers Peter Jackson and Guillermo del Toro.