The Hobbit (2008) **Elijah Wood Confirms Dual Hobbit Movie Details**

[xpoint9]

Starring: Ian McKellen, Andy Serkis, Liv Tyler
Release Date: 2008
Studio: New Line Cinemas

Synopsis: Follows the adventures of the hobbit Bilbo Baggins as he travels across the lands of Middle-earth with a band of dwarves and a wizard named Gandalf on a quest to restore a dwarven kingdom and a great treasure stolen by the dragon, Smaug.

Peter Jackson has said that he will not be making the next film adaptation of the JRR Tolkien novel, The Hobbit.

Jackson, who has been in a dispute with New Line Cinemas regarding the income of the 'Rings' trilogy, said that the studio will not be using him to make the film.

The studio is said to be moving on to find a new director after Jackson's insistence on resolving the dispute before making the movie.

"We have always assumed that we would be asked to make The Hobbit and possibly this second film, back-to-back, as we did the original movies," Jackson's told TheOneRing.net. "We assumed that our lawsuit with the studio would come to a natural conclusion and we would then be free to discuss our ideas with the studio, get excited and jump on board."

"However last week, Mark Ordesky called Ken and told him that New Line would no longer be requiring our services on the Hobbit and the LOTR 'prequel'. This was a courtesy call to let us know that the studio was now actively looking to hire another filmmaker for both projects."

[7jaii]

The studios are filled with mental patients. Why on earth would you ruin one of the best trilogy ever? Why would loyal fans continue to throw money at you if piss them off? New Line's killing the golden goose and bringing back 'C Star' action flicks.

[rabbit]

Oh god, not more Liv Tyler.

[Cafe_333]

i think the franchise is so established that people are still going to spend the money to see this no matter who they throw behind the helm. btw, i didn't mind liv tyler...

[maebach]

I cant wait! the book is one of my favourites,

[mochachicka]

I was saddened that they decided not to let Peter Jackson do the Hobbit and prequel to LOTR. I think he did a great job with the LOTR trilogy and King Kong. He's kind of a trademark himself...so letting him go will probably be a huge loss for New Line.

[Ojam]

I was saddened that they decided not to let Peter Jackson do the Hobbit and prequel to LOTR. I think he did a great job with the LOTR trilogy and King Kong. He's kind of a trademark himself...so letting him go will probably be a huge loss for New Line.

PJ might still work on it.

Saul Zaentz, the owner of Tolkien Enterprises, and ultimate holder of the film rights to The Hobbit and Lord of the Rings was very recently interviewed about the Hobbit and Peter Jackson's involvement.

The interview has since been posted on German Rings site Elbenwald. You can read the original article here. It's in German, so below is a translation of his comments. The translation comes from Jurgen at TheHobbit-Movie.com.

Q: What is with the long anticipated Hobbit-adaption?

A: It will definitely be shot by Peter Jackson. The question is only when. He wants to shoot another movie first. Next year the Hobbit-rights will fall back to my company. I suppose that Peter will wait because he knows that he will make the best deal with us. And he is fed up with the studios: to get his profit share on the rings trilogy he had to sue New Line. With us in contrast he knows that he will be paid fairly and artistically supported without reservation.

[Carnage]

btw, i didn't mind liv tyler...

Well the story in the Lord of the Rings movie was changed from the books so that she could have a larger roll.

It's been along time since I read the hobbit, but I didn't think Arwen was every mentioned in it. Though I know Elrond was.

I should probably go back and read it again, it's been a long time.

And I agree I didn't mind Liv Tyler in LoTR. Definetly didn't turn out as a disaster like everyone was predicting.

[rabbit]

Here's some reactions about having Arwen in the Hobbit (someone else states that the character wasn't in the Hobbit as well).
http://www.movieweb.com/forums/showthread.php?t=8483

I thought the only reason to give more Arwen screen time was to have the love action with Aragorn, so that it would appeal to a wider audience. What's the excuse this time?


edit// Oops, forgot the link :)

[AzN_RiverdaleCI]

this is going to be a sikkkk movie (the good kind)

[Carnage]

I thought the only reason to give more Arwen screen time was to have the love action with Aragorn, so that it would appeal to a wider audience. What's the excuse this time?

Well the love story was in the books from what I remember. They just expanded on it.

Though putting Arwen into the part where she takes Frodo to Rivendell was more of simplifying. The charachter in the book was only really in the books for that one small part. If they had included every minor charachter as they were in the books, the movies would be 10 hours long each and confusing as hell to those who haven't read the books.

[pm_john]

I hope its going to be good or close to LOTR.

[Carnage]

I hope its going to be good or close to LOTR.

Don't expect another LOTR.

The Hobbit was more kidish, and had more of a light hearted comedy theme to it.

It is not a battle filled war movie like LOTR. While there is some fighting in the story, there's very little compared to LOTR.

[Montague]

And I agree I didn't mind Liv Tyler in LoTR. Definetly didn't turn out as a disaster like everyone was predicting.
That is because it was wisely decided to NOT have her fighting at Helms Deep.;)

Or maybe not:

http://img218.imageshack.us/img218/1592/5820pm3.jpg

[Carnage]

That is because it was wisely decided to NOT have her fighting at Helms Deep.;)

Or maybe not:


Yeah, having her fight at Helms Deep would have been lame.

Though that screen cap doesn't 100% show Liv Tyler. Could be anyone.

Actually alot of the stunt horseriders were women.

[thelefteyeguy]

more news: (they are going to milk this...2 Hobbit films)

(from aintitcool.com)

ACADEMY AWARD-WINNER PETER JACKSON AND NEW LINE CINEMA JOIN WITH MGM TO PRODUCE “THE HOBBIT,” EAGERLY-ANTICIPATED FANTASY ADVENTURE EPIC

NEW LINE AND MGM TO CO-PRODUCE AND SHARE WORLDWIDE DISTRIBUTION RIGHTS

PETER JACKSON AND FRAN WALSH TO EXECUTIVE PRODUCE TWO FILMS BASED ON “THE HOBBIT”

Los Angeles, CA (Tuesday, December 18, 2007) Academy Award-winning filmmaker Peter Jackson; Harry Sloan, Chairman and CEO, Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Studios Inc. (MGM); Bob Shaye and Michael Lynne, Co-Chairmen and Co-CEOs of New Line Cinema have jointly announced today that they have entered into the following series of agreements:

* MGM and New Line will co-finance and co-distribute two films, “The Hobbit” and a sequel to “The Hobbit.” New Line will distribute in North America and MGM will distribute internationally.

* Peter Jackson and Fran Walsh will serve as Executive Producers of two films based on “The Hobbit.” New Line will manage the production of the films, which will be shot simultaneously.

* Peter Jackson and New Line have settled all litigation relating to the “Lord of the Rings” (LOTR) Trilogy.

Said Peter Jackson, “I’m very pleased that we’ve been able to put our differences behind us, so that we may begin a new chapter with our old friends at New Line. ‘The Lord of the Rings’ is a legacy we proudly share with Bob and Michael, and together, we share that legacy with millions of loyal fans all over the world. We are delighted to continue our journey through Middle Earth. I also want to thank Harry Sloan and our new friends at MGM for helping us find the common ground necessary to continue that journey.”

“Peter Jackson has proven himself as the filmmaker who can bring the extraordinary imagination of Tolkien to life and we full heartedly agree with the fans worldwide who know he should be making ‘The Hobbit,’” said Sloan, MGM’s Chairman and CEO. “Now that we are all in agreement on ‘The Hobbit,’ we can focus on assembling the production team that will capture this phenomenal tale on film.”

Bob Shaye, New Line Co-Chairman and Co-CEO comments, “We are very pleased we have been able to resolve our differences, and that Peter and Fran will be actively and creatively involved with ‘The Hobbit’ movies. We know they will bring the same passion, care and talent to these films that they so ably accomplished with ‘The Lord of the Rings’ Trilogy.”

“Peter is a visionary filmmaker, and he broke new ground with ‘The Lord of the Rings,’” notes Michael Lynne, New Line Co-Chairman and Co-CEO. “We’re delighted he’s back for ‘The Hobbit’ films and that the Tolkien saga will continue with his imprint. We greatly appreciate the efforts of Harry Sloan, who has been instrumental in helping us reach our new accord.”

The two “Hobbit” films – “The Hobbit” and its sequel – are scheduled to be shot simultaneously, with pre-production beginning as soon as possible. Principal photography is tentatively set for a 2009 start, with the intention of “The Hobbit” release slated for 2010 and its sequel the following year, in 2011.

The Oscar-winning, critically-acclaimed LOTR Trilogy grossed nearly $3 billion worldwide at the box-office. In 2003, “Return of the King” swept the Academy Awards, winning all of the eleven categories in which it was nominated, including Best Picture – the first ever Best Picture win for a fantasy film. The Trilogy’s production was also unprecedented at the time.

For more information about “The Hobbit” films, please visit www.TheHobbitBlog.com.

About New Line Cinema Corporation:

Celebrating its 40th anniversary year, New Line Cinema is the most successful independent film company in the world. Its mission is to produce innovative, popular and profitable entertainment in the best creative environment. In addition to the production, marketing and distribution of theatrical motion pictures, the fully-integrated studio has divisions devoted to home entertainment, television, music, theater, merchandising and an international unit. In 2005, New Line partnered with HBO to form Picturehouse, a new theatrical distribution company to release independent films. A pioneer in franchise filmmaking, New Line’s Oscar-winning The Lord of the Rings trilogy is one of the most successful film franchises in history. New Line is a division of Time Warner, Inc. (TWX).

About Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Inc.:

Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Inc., through its operating subsidiaries, is actively engaged in the worldwide production and distribution of motion pictures, television programming, home video, interactive media, music and licensed merchandise. The company owns the world’s largest library of modern films, comprising around 4,100 titles. Operating units include Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Studios Inc., Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Pictures Inc., United Artists Films Inc., Ventanazul, MGM Television Entertainment Inc., MGM Networks Inc., MGM Domestic Networks LLC, MGM Distribution Co, MGM International Television Distribution In, Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Home Entertainment LLC, MGM ON STAGE, MGM Music, MGM Worldwide Digital Media, MGM Consumer Products and MGM Interactive. In addition, MGM has ownership interests in international TV channels reaching nearly 120 countries. MGM ownership is as follows: Providence Equity Partners (29%), TPG (21%), Sony Corporation of America (20%), Comcast (20%), DLJ Merchant Banking Partners (7%) and Quadrangle Group (3%). For more information, visit www.mgm.com.

About Peter Jackson/Wingnut Films:

Peter Jackson is one of the world’s most successful filmmakers. His monumental achievement co-writing, co-producing and directing The Lord of the Rings trilogy (with fellow Academy Award winners and frequent collaborators Fran Walsh and Philippa Boyens) earned a total of 30 Academy Award nominations and 17 Academy Awards. Jackson and Walsh received their first Oscar nomination for Best Original Screenplay for their acclaimed film Heavenly Creatures. Jackson, through his New Zealand-based Wingnut Films banner, also was responsible for the globally successful 2005 remake of King Kong which earned over $500 million worldwide and 3 Academy Awards. Currently, Jackson is directing an adaptation of The Lovely Bones, from the acclaimed best-selling novel by Alice Sebold. He is also developing a trilogy of films with Steven Spielberg based on Tintin, the world renowned comic book series by Herge.

[Angela V]

Does 2 hobbit films mean we get a cliffhanger at the end of the first film? Glad to see Jackson is still on board. :)

[sonnislav]

From what I remember the Hobbit was a better novel than the LOTR (well the Fellowship was good IMO) ... it was the right length and had just the right amount of character building and also because it focused more on Bilbo than anything else, it was good... LOTR trilogy had a lot of characters and I never got the the same interest level that I did when I read the Hobbit... can't wait to see PJ's vision of Smaug!

[thelefteyeguy]

From what I remember the Hobbit was a better novel than the LOTR (well the Fellowship was good IMO) ... it was the right length and had just the right amount of character building and also because it focused more on Bilbo than anything else, it was good... LOTR trilogy had a lot of characters and I never got the the same interest level that I did when I read the Hobbit... can't wait to see PJ's vision of Smaug!


I think this movie will be much much better for the kiddies and should surpass the LOTR.

I'm looking for better character development.

[CSAgent]

I never did like Bilbo much myself, I had more interest in Aragorn, he has such a mysterious pass that was never fully explored in the LOTR films. I wonder if they'll re-sign Ian Holm to do the two movies..

[MC25]

I predicted right when LOTR was scheduled to be in production, the movies that is, that they were going to come out with The Hobbit shortly after. I knew they were going to pull a Star Wars move, and make the prelude AFTER the LOTR trilogy.

[questrader]

I never did like Bilbo much myself, I had more interest in Aragorn, he has such a mysterious pass that was never fully explored in the LOTR films. I wonder if they'll re-sign Ian Holm to do the two movies..

Are you kidding me? I liked The Hobbit more than Rings b/c it was a shorter novel to read! ;)

Anyways, who do I have to kill to get P.J. to direct The Hobbit? :(

[technogirl]

it comes out as 2 parts (one in 2010 and the other in 2011-ish) to sharten up thelefteyeguy' s post

[DePotBoy]

I haven't read the book, I heard it was supposed to be good. I might have to pick it up in time to catch the movie.

[Atheral]

I wonder who will play the young Bilbo...

Nonetheless, more LOTR films = good

[MC25]

it comes out as 2 parts (one in 2010 and the other in 2011-ish) to sharten up thelefteyeguy' s post

thats ********. The hobbit should, without doubt or hesitation, be one part.

[xpoint9]

Elijah Wood Confirms Dual Hobbit Movie Details

http://www.firstshowing.net/2008/01/11/elijah-wood-confirms-dual-hobbit-movie-details/

[Psubs]

thats ********. The hobbit should, without doubt or hesitation, be one part.

Ya, WTF. :evil:

The first part will be kind of boring like Fellowship. They better make the dragon as cool or better than the one in Beowulf. :twisted:

I guess Liv Tyler can be like Snow White and the Baker's Dozen! :lol:

[Super strokey]

So will the "sequel" be new stuff or something entirely different? OR will there be the book just chopped in 2? Whats the story of it?

[gerbil]

So will the "sequel" be new stuff or something entirely different? OR will there be the book just chopped in 2? Whats the story of it?

well from the looks on the reviews, 1 book = 2 movies.. who knows i could be wrong...

[007craft]

I dont want to see this. I generally hate these wizard and magic fantasy movies. I However, LOTR was the first and set the trend. I saw all 3 in theaters and own the dvds. I really love them. I find all other fantasy movies (harry potter, stardust, eragon, ect ect) to all be kids crap. Im expecting the hobbit will turn out similar to those other adventures. LORT was always about the story and epic battles. I felt it helped me enjoy it. Now im gonna be seeing a bunch of dwarves and wizardry. I just cannot be excited at all for this.