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Posts Tagged ‘The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey’


Discovering ‘The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey’

by Sal Loria, Feb 14 2014 // 10:30 AM

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Following the release of 2003’s The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King – a movie that took me a full decade later to actually sit down and watch (told you I’m slow) – Peter Jackson had seemingly done the impossible: bringing J.R.R. Tolkien’s famed series to life on the big screen…and made it amazing. So amazing in fact that I was determined not to let another decade pass before I got to watch The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey.

What did I find? More of the same; and I couldn’t be happier for it (you can go here for an in-depth review by our own Nat Almirall). Sure, the length of the movie is every bit as ridiculous as the original trilogy, but if you know that going in there’s really no point in complaining about it. Instead, I focused on what made me love that first offering so much: colorful characters, gorgeous settings and an adventure that could easily stand in as a double for the definition of “epic.”

Many of the same stars and characters make appearances in Hobbit, so there’s practically no chance of unfamiliarity with the viewer…unless this is their first foray into Tolkien’s universe. And unless they have an aversion to fantasy – at which point I’d ask why they’re watching something like this in the first place – they’ll still have a great experience watching a younger Bilbo Baggins (Martin Freeman in his usual twitchiness) and his new band of brothers come together for the greater good.

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Latest ‘Hobbit’ Featurette Is Long, But Not as Long as the Movie

by Joe Gillis, Dec 6 2012 // 11:00 AM

While many may be excited for this, some of us are not as much as we thought we would be. From all accounts, The Hobbit is good, but not great.

Still, it will be fun to go back to Peter Jackson’s version of Middle Earth for a few hours. And then a few more hours. And then, a few more.

Why was this turned into a trilogy again? Oh yeah, because they can. And also, for the money.

Enjoy this latest featurette from the first filme after the break. Look for the first installment of The Hobbit to arrive next week.

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Tagged: An Unexpected Journey, Andy Serkis, Bilbo Baggins, Ian McKellan, Martin Freeman, Peter Jackson, The Hobbit, The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey
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New Teaser for ‘The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey’ Arrives

by Joe Gillis, Sep 19 2012 // 8:30 AM

Even if a few of us might not quite understand why The Hobbit, which is only one book, needs to be three movies, that doesn’t mean we’re not interested in seeing them. Quite the opposite, in fact.

So, when new trailers arrive for the first installment, we’re not only interested, we’re pretty excited. That’s just what happened this morning with the release of a new one for Peter Jackson’s The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey.

This new one features more of your favorite dwarves, monsters and even more Gollum. Good times. Set in Middle-earth, 60 years before Lord of the Rings, The Hobbit trilogy starts with An Unexpected Journey on December 14, followed by The Hobbit: The Desolation Of Smaug on Dec. 13, 2013 and then The Hobbit: There And Back Again on July 18, 2014.

Check out the new trailer after the break.

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Tagged: Andy Serkis, Ian McKellen, J.R.R. Tolkien, Martin Freeman, Movies, Peter Jackson, Richard Armitage, The Hobbit, The Hobbit Trilogy, The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey, The Lord of the Rings
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Check Out the Latest ‘The Hobbit’ Production Diary

by Chris Ullrich, Dec 27 2011 // 8:00 AM

Filmmaking is often a fun and very collaborative process. In the past, however, it usually took place mostly in secluded locations where the majority of fans never saw it or even really knew about it until a particular film was released into theaters.

Now that we live in the age of the Internets, the possibilities are almost endless as to how filmmakers can involve an audience in the entire process of creating a film. Case in point today is Peter Jackson and his production of The Hobbit.

The director has released another in a series of videos giving audiences a look at the ongoing production of his epic. In this one, Jackson talks about the cast, locations, logistics and a lot more sure to make fans everywhere even more excited for the film’s release.

Check out this very cool video after the break. Look for more from Jackson and company as the film progresses and, of course, expect to see The Hobbit in theaters on December 14, 2012.

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Tagged: Behind the Scenes, Bilbo Baggins, Film Production, Ian McKellen, J.R.R. Tolkien, Martin Freeman, Movies, Peter Jackson, Production, The Hobbit, The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey
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The First ‘Hobbit’ One-Sheet Has Been Released

by Jonathan Weilbaecher, Dec 22 2011 // 3:00 PM

There have been a lot of Hobbit related stories in the last few days, including the debut of the first teaser for the film. Now in addition to that first footage we are also getting the first one-sheet for the film, just in time for the Christmas cinema rush.

The poster does a great job evoking the sense of starting a grand adventure, and the focus on just Bilbo in Bag End is appropriate. Compared to the first Lord of the Rings one-sheet that focused on Frodo and the ring, this poster feels right as the beginning of the whole saga. The dutch angle and harsh lighting might seem a rather odd choice at first, but then you realize how off putting an uncomfortable leaving the Shire is for Bilbo and it all makes sense.

Everything we have seen from this movie up to this point has been amazing, it is finally starting to feel like there is a new Peter Jackson directed Tolkien film coming in less than a year. This poster helps set the tone for a two year adventure that brings us back into the glorious world of Middle Earth.

You can see The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey next year and the full poster after the jump.

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First Teaser For ‘The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey’ Hits The Web

by Jonathan Weilbaecher, Dec 21 2011 // 9:00 AM

There are a lot of big films coming out next year, but the granddaddy of them all has got to be The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey. The last time Peter Jackson rolled out a Tolkien-based film he brought in over a billion dollars and the largest Oscar sweep in the history of the award. Suffice it to say it’s big news when the first footage hits the web.

The Hobbit is a prequel story to The Lord of the Rings and will be split into two films, each releasing over the next two years. In case you are unaware of what happens in the story, here is a synopsis:

“The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey” follows title character Bilbo Baggins, who is swept into an epic quest to reclaim the lost Dwarf Kingdom of Erebor, which was long ago conquered by the dragon Smaug. Approached out of the blue by the wizard Gandalf the Grey, Bilbo finds himself joining a company of thirteen dwarves led by the legendary warrior, Thorin Oakensheild. Their journey will take them into the Wild; through treacherous lands swarming with Goblins and Orcs, deadly Wargs and Giant Spiders, Shapeshifters and Sorcerers.”

Check out the full teaser after the jump.

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Tagged: Andy Serkis, Bilbo Baggins, Fantasy, Martin Freeman, Movies, News, Peter Jackson, Sir Ian McKellan, The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey, The Lord of the Rings, Trailer, Warner Bros
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SDCC11: First Look at the 13 Dwarves from ‘The Hobbit’

by Nat Almirall, Jul 22 2011 // 4:30 PM

Up yours, Snow White! Fans of dwarves and fantasy alike will be pleased to see the latest photo from Peter Jackson The Hobbit, featuring all 13 dwarves doin’ their dwarf thing.

From the left, they’re Jed Brophy as “Nori,” Dean O’Gorman as “Fili,” Mark Hadlow as “Dori,” James Nesbitt as “Bofur,” Peter Hambleton as “Gloin,” Graham McTavish as “Dwalin,” Richard Armitage as “Thorin Oakenshield,” Ken Stott as “Balin,” John Callen as “Oin,” Stephen Hunter as “Bombur,” William Kircher as “Bifur,” Adam Brown as “Ori,” and Aidan Turner as “Kili.” [Not pictured: Wilford Brimley as “Groin,” Brian Cox as “Drunky,” and Rip Torn as “Farty.”]

Reprising their roles from the Peter Jackson’s Lord of the Rings trilogy are Ian McKellen, Andy Serkis, Hugo Weaving, Cate Blanchett, Christopher Lee, Ian Holm, Elijah Wood, and Orlando Bloom. Martin Freeman (The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy) will star as Bilbo Baggins.

The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey is scheduled for release December 14th, 2012; The Hobbit: There and Back Again December 13th, 2013.

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The Third ‘Hobbit’ Production Diary Hits

by Jonathan Weilbaecher, Jul 21 2011 // 9:00 AM

Peter Jackson has never been too shy to allow cameras to document the behind the scenes machinations of the Lord of the Rings franchise. The original trilogy had hundreds of hours of special features dedicated to the creation of the popular film franchise.

Now with The Hobbit in full swing the tradition continues. Jackson has just released his third production diary, this time focusing on the recently revealed dwarves. The diary itself is structured around cast and crews favorite memories of the first block of shooting, but thigs quickly develop into a dwarf love fest. It is clear that diminutive stars of the film are quickly becoming the life of the sets.

Besides the dwarves, the diary also showcases a few quick tidbits that will make any ringer giddy. We see more of the “Riddles in the Dark” scene, including some decent angles of Martin Freeman in full costume and Gollum in his mo cap suit. Elrond, Gandalf and Galadrial show up to tease a certain council meeting and there’s a father son reunion of Gimili and Gloin.

Finally the diary ends on a wonderful surprise that I refuse to ruin for you, but suffice to say it is a comforting sight to see.

Check out all three of the first diaries after the jump. The Hobbit arrives in theaters in 2012.

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Tagged: Andy Serkis, Benedict Cumberbatch, Evangeline Lilly, Hobbit Production Diary, Ian Holm, Ian McKellan, J.R.R. Tolkien, Liam Cunningham, Movies, Orlando Bloom, Peter Jackson, The Hobbit, The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey
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