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Ataahua
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Apr 25 2008, 2:22am
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Now there's a nick that brings back great memories of your reports from the LOTR set. Fancy another trip downunder before too long?
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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Ataahua
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Apr 25 2008, 2:24am
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or does Action Figure PJ look a lot like a Thunderbird puppet?
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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Ataahua
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Apr 25 2008, 2:25am
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Congratulations Guillermo, and thank you for taking these movies on!
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And a very big thank you for joining the discussion boards to tell us in person - you're a legend! :)
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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Sunflower
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Apr 25 2008, 2:26am
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It should be observed that since Mr. Del Toro will be spending the next 4 yrs of his life in NZ, he should have an interesting accent after a while:)
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LadyMerenwen298
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Apr 25 2008, 2:27am
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Congratulations!!! 
"Even the smallest person can change the course of the future." -Galadriel
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entmaiden
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Apr 25 2008, 2:28am
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You've been missed - glad to see you around again.
Each cloak was fastened about the neck with a brooch like a green leaf veined with silver.
`Are these magic cloaks?' asked Pippin, looking at them with wonder.
`I do not know what you mean by that,' answered the leader of the Elves.
NARF since 1974.
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jimdorey
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Apr 25 2008, 2:30am
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WILL THEY BE IN 3D?!?!! Thats is the question NOW!
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C'mon - another riddle for us - will The Hobbit(es) be in 3D?
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Altaira
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Apr 25 2008, 2:36am
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I'm sure you'll get your answer
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in about 3 years!  Seriously, the ink isn't even dry on the first of many agreements, and GDT has other projects he hasn't even finished yet.
Let's just be happy to congratulate him and ourselves for now.
Koru: Maori symbol representing a fern frond as it opens. The koru reaches towards the light, striving for perfection, encouraging new, positive beginnings.
"Life can't be all work and no TORn" -- jflower
"I take a moment to fervently hope that the camaradarie and just plain old fun I found at TORn will never end" -- LOTR_nutcase
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Steelsheen
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Apr 25 2008, 2:36am
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Mae Govannen Guillermo! and thank you so much for doing the honors of helming our beloved Hobbit movie
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Kangi Ska
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Apr 25 2008, 2:37am
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Would this be the producer and studio's choice?
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weaver
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Apr 25 2008, 2:38am
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Thanks for making sure we got the word right from you.
And keep the riddles coming!
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Miss_Pippin
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Apr 25 2008, 2:39am
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Yaay!
Im so happy!
~Miss_Pippin~
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jimdorey
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Apr 25 2008, 2:41am
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Its a valid question - No need to snuff it out like that.
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Sheesh. Hi there.
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jimdorey
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Apr 25 2008, 2:43am
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3D - As WETA Held a 3D related meeting already without GDT - YES, PJ + Studio
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PJ + Studio decision for 3D. Director would have to be willing to sign on the line for it however.
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ShadoFaxs
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Apr 25 2008, 2:50am
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OH HAPPY FRABJOUS DAY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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 Dear Guillermo,
WOOHOO!!!
You are a prince among directors, a wizzard of cinematic art, a fan's dream come true.
As a huge admirer of your films (ever since Cronos), I was thrilled when your name was first floated as director.
Back in 2007, when PJ made the announcement that he would be The Hobbit's executive producer, I had fantasized that you or fellow amigo Alphonso Cuaron might be at the helm. But I figured that's all it was, a dream. With the acclaim for Pan, plus knowing you had the new Hellboy coming out, not to mention the fact that you were being courted for HP, I wondered if you'd even be interested in such a long term committment. Moreover, given the debacle of The Golden Compass, I didn't think I could stand to see first rate fantasy material in the hands of a second rate director any time soon again. So many disappointments when big studios are involved, yet I allowed myself to hope.
When it appreared you were interested, I could hardly contain my joy. Two of my favorite filmmakers, working together, to bring a cherished book to the screen. Doubters be damned! Indeed I spent more than a few minutes in this forum encouraging everyone who hadn't already done so to go out immediately and rent The Devil's Backbone and Pan. Your fans here, as you likely already know, did quite a bit of serious hand holding at TORN!
I know from past experience that no director is more respectful of or generous to the fan community than yourself. I'm sure you already know that you won't find a more opinionated, enthusiastic, or dedicated group than Tolkien fans. I know that you will weather this project with grace and charm, and I have every confidence that your films will be extraordinary. I can't wait to see the unique personal vision you'll bring to The Hobbit movies. I am content at last.
How well I remember the anticipation and tension as we waited for casting and production news from PJ's LOTR - has it really been almost ten years? Such sweet agony it was. Now we get to take the journey AGAIN - this is even better than a month of second breakfasts!
This middle aged lady is doing a happy dance, wishing you well on your journey, knowing that something truly special awaits at the end.
HAPPY DAY HAPPY DAY HAPPY DAY HAPPY DAY HAPPY DAY HAPPY DAY
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Kangi Ska
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Apr 25 2008, 2:53am
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PJ + Studio decision for 3D. Director would have to be willing to sign on the line for it however.
Kangi Ska
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Hellmistress
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Apr 25 2008, 2:55am
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Yup - I'm officially wetting myself ...
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Well, G, I had a feeling in me waters this is where you'd be for the next few years, and I couldn't be happier!!!! YAY!!!!! May that second breakfast contain ALGAE!!!!!
Hugs to you, sir, and I CAN'T WAIT to see what you have planned. This is gonna be quite a ride ...
HM
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Altaira
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Apr 25 2008, 3:07am
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And I didn't mean to 'snuff' it. My point was, there are very VERY few questions about The Hobbit that are valid today. Pre-production won't even start for months. Today, this is a thread for celebration. Let's just let the man and the community celebrate before we start pelting him with questions he, or anyone else won't be able to answer for some time to come. Chances are the answer is going to change at least 10 times in the next few years anyway.
I do welcome you to the community, jimdorey!
Koru: Maori symbol representing a fern frond as it opens. The koru reaches towards the light, striving for perfection, encouraging new, positive beginnings.
"Life can't be all work and no TORn" -- jflower
"I take a moment to fervently hope that the camaradarie and just plain old fun I found at TORn will never end" -- LOTR_nutcase
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L. Ron Halfelven
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Apr 25 2008, 3:20am
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And today's the 24th, so there's our two dozen princes after all!/
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Elven
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Apr 25 2008, 3:35am
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Guillermo - THANKYOU!!
Peter - THANKYOU!!
Fran - THANKYOU!!
This is going to be a day to remember!!
... and it WAS Friday!! Yeah! I got it!!
Its Friday the 25th in Australia!!
I am over the MOON!!
Im am SO looking forward to the next half a decade!!
This is what we ahve been waiting for - and its arrived!!
Time to Celebrate!
Yay!!!!!!!!
I think I'm quite ready for another adventure!
Tolkien was a Capricorn!
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Aunt Dora Baggins
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Apr 25 2008, 3:35am
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What fun to have you joining the community! Did you know that makes you a "TORnsib" (as in "sibling")? We're quite a family ;-) Congratulations, and thank you so much for posting!
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"For DORA BAGGINS in memory of a LONG correspondence, with love from Bilbo; on a large wastebasket. Dora was Drogo's sister, and the eldest surviving female relative of Bilbo and Frodo; she was ninety-nine, and had written reams of good advice for more than half a century."
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Alassëa Eruvande
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Apr 25 2008, 3:38am
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And thank you for taking the time to post on our little message board. It means a lot to many people.
Congratulations!
And suddenly the Ainur saw afar off a light, as it were a cloud with a living heart of flame.
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Elven
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Apr 25 2008, 3:39am
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Its Friday the 25th here Grams!!
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Its even more perfect!!!
Today is Anzac in Australia and NZ!
Its already Friday the 25th of April!!
It will be a date to remember!!
WOOHHOOO!!!
I think I'm quite ready for another adventure!
Tolkien was a Capricorn!
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a.s.
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Apr 25 2008, 3:46am
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Well, that's an eyeopener, and no mistake!
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As someone or other said.
I'm so glad you "stopped by" to let us know, it's much appreciated as you can see!
a.s.
"an seileachan"
"Good night, little girls, thank the Lord you are well!
Now go to sleep" said Miss Clavel.
And she turned out the light and shut the door,
And that's all there is. There isn't any more.
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