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Tim
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Oct 27 2010, 3:31am
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This saga is drawn out, ridiculous, and tedious and it's been going on far longer than two days.
King Arthur: Who are you who can summon fire without flint or tinder?
Tim: There are some who call me... Tim?
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Owain
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Oct 27 2010, 3:52am
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You have to understand that some of us have been waiting many years to see this film come to fruition. Some of us decades. This latest obstacle, is one in a long line of many that has delayed the delivery of what is sure to be an automatic classic.
Go easy on Tim.
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Richie Rich
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Oct 27 2010, 4:04am
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Don't you think that's a bit extreme, Pioneer?
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If he reacted like that, it would almost be like a child stomping their feet and having a temper tantrum because Mommy wouldn't buy M&Ms at the cash register. Of course the best case scenario would be for New Zealand, but if it ends up moving elsewhere, regardless of the reason, I am confident that Peter Jackson will step up to the challenge and create something amazing.
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Pioneer
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Oct 27 2010, 4:15am
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The NZ Prime Minister's flying off to 'Nam in about 14 hours' time - so hopefully this'll all be sorted out tonight.
I still think The Hobbit will be filmed in 'Zealand.
Chevy Chase for Saruman
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Kangi Ska
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Oct 27 2010, 4:23am
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Great Place that I hope to visit some day.
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Well I am back. I hit work and there was a boatload of emergencies so I was unable to get on line. Things are settling down now.
Kangi Ska Resident Trickster
New Zealand is as close to Middle-earth as you can get.
At night you can not tell if crows are black or white.
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SirDennisC
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Oct 27 2010, 4:24am
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The Government is almost certain to change the law regarding the definition of a contractor - Warner Bros' main concern.
This is not a new issue. Why hasn't this been addressed in the 5 years since the court case? Why does Warners care whether an actor is a contractor or an employee? Is someone (for instance SAG, wanting a level playing field?) putting pressure on them over this issue?
I agree with Key that it would be unwise to bow too low to outside pressures... no one seems to like that, no matter where they are coming from. The difference between how one outside pressure was dealt with compared to how this latest outside pressure is being met, gives one pause. Where does real power reside?
Just a few more random thoughts, don't mind me.
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Kangi Ska
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Oct 27 2010, 4:25am
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It is going exactly as I expected.
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The paint is not dry yet.
Kangi Ska Resident Trickster
New Zealand is as close to Middle-earth as you can get.
At night you can not tell if crows are black or white.
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Ataahua
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Oct 27 2010, 4:26am
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leaving the eminently capable Minister of Arts, Culture and Heritage Chris Finlayson (I assume) with Minister for Economic Development (and Emperor of Canterbury) Gerry Brownlee in the hot seat.
I'd prefer Key to remain in the mix, but he isn't leaving a pair of chumps behind him to continue the work.
Celebrimbor: "Pretty rings..."
Dwarves: "Pretty rings..."
Men: "Pretty rings..."
Sauron: "Mine's better."
"Ah, how ironic, the addictive qualities of Sauron’s master weapon led to its own destruction. Which just goes to show, kids - if you want two small and noble souls to succeed on a mission of dire importance... send an evil-minded b*****d with them too." - Gandalf's Diaries, final par, by Ufthak.
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Richie Rich
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Oct 27 2010, 4:28am
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Unfortunately, I've eaten all the snacks.
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Kangi Ska
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Oct 27 2010, 4:31am
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Just heard that the deepest low pressure zone ever recorded in Minnesota
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is over us now. A land Hurricane. 70 mile an hour gusts. Lots of power outages. I watch the alarm & building systems at 90+ schools.
Kangi Ska Resident Trickster
New Zealand is as close to Middle-earth as you can get.
At night you can not tell if crows are black or white.
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Owain
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Oct 27 2010, 4:34am
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SAVE MIDDLE EARTH! FILM THE HOBBIT IN NEW ZEALAND!
"Question everything, embrace the bad, and hold on to the good."
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Kangi Ska
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Oct 27 2010, 4:34am
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Glad to be back. I probably did not need the snacks anyway.
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Anything happen yet. I would expect the meeting to break up soon.
Kangi Ska Resident Trickster
New Zealand is as close to Middle-earth as you can get.
At night you can not tell if crows are black or white.
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Richie Rich
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Oct 27 2010, 4:34am
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But the Prime Minister refused to comment.
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Owain
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Oct 27 2010, 4:36am
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I wonder if its because there is no news or if the Studio/Peter Jackson...
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are preparing a statement for the public. Hopefully we will know soon.
SAVE MIDDLE EARTH! FILM THE HOBBIT IN NEW ZEALAND!
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SirDennisC
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Oct 27 2010, 4:38am
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Don't imagine he's jetting off because
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Warners offered him a job as a locations scout?
Edit: Before I get thwacked, let me add, I would like to see him remain involved as well. Seems like a decent fellow.
(This post was edited by SirDennisC on Oct 27 2010, 4:40am)
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Kangi Ska
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Oct 27 2010, 4:38am
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No announcement expected at this point but no comment from a politician is unusual.//
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Kangi Ska Resident Trickster
New Zealand is as close to Middle-earth as you can get.
At night you can not tell if crows are black or white.
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Owain
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Oct 27 2010, 4:39am
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Unless I missed something (which is possible), I think the meeting is still...
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going on. The PM left already and had nothing to say at this point.
SAVE MIDDLE EARTH! FILM THE HOBBIT IN NEW ZEALAND!
"Question everything, embrace the bad, and hold on to the good."
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Richie Rich
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Oct 27 2010, 4:39am
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Don't say such things, sheesh.
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duats
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Oct 27 2010, 4:41am
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The PM left the meeting, but everyone else is still inside.
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Ainu Laire
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Oct 27 2010, 4:42am
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Oh, nothing wrong with a little dark humor...
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Granted, I would like a positive outcome first... but I did chuckle at SirDennis' statement
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Kangi Ska
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Oct 27 2010, 4:44am
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It would depend on how the internationals behaved in the situation.//
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Kangi Ska Resident Trickster
New Zealand is as close to Middle-earth as you can get.
At night you can not tell if crows are black or white.
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Frodosfriend
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Oct 27 2010, 4:47am
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The meetings in Premiere House right?
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because I just picked up a friend from work and drove right past Premiere House and there were quite a few people hanging around the driveway entrance. I live in a suburb called Wadestown which is 2 mins away from Thorndon (where the house is). It's all happening so close, I'm scared.
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Richie Rich
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Oct 27 2010, 4:49am
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Go knock on their door and ask 'em what's up.
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