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labadal
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Apr 25 2008, 3:48am
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I was so hyped when i hears the news! I can't wait fo work to start in NZ! Congrats and I hope you enjoy your journey into Middle earth with the movies.
I will have to have all 7 Hobbit meals today to celebrate! Enjoy the second breakfast!
Take what you can, give nothing back!
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Patty Ann
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Apr 25 2008, 4:06am
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Let's get the show on the road!!!
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Welcome to the wonderful world of Middle-Earth, Guillermo! I think I'm quite ready for another adventure, so let's get the show on the road!!
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Morrowdim
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Apr 25 2008, 4:29am
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Good to see that you have wandered out of chat on onto the boards!
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Nimloth
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Apr 25 2008, 4:42am
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I, like many others, are so excited to have you directing 'The Hobbit' and sequel. Thanks for posting on here it's absolutely awesome! 
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elanor71
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Apr 25 2008, 4:44am
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April 25! Serendipitous indeed!
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I'm writing from Jakarta, Indonesia and it IS the morning of April 25 here when I read the happy news at TORn (and trust me, I've checked this site everyday for updates!).
And a few days ago I also began re-reading "The Hobbit" in anticipation and I was pleasantly surprised that I've started my 'journey' back to Middle Earth at about the same time Bilbo did when he ran out of Bag End, and down the lane without a hat and walking stick... 
This is going to be good....YAYY!
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Gethsemane
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Apr 25 2008, 5:00am
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brewing of ale and smoking of pipe weed
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Welcome Guillermo! make us proud
Right im off to the Green Dragon to celebrate with a pint of fine ale.
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stormcrow20
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Apr 25 2008, 5:25am
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Let's hope Marvel Toys gets the liscense, I think they are the group that was once Toy Biz....
I sincerely hope so!
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Círdan saw further and deeper than any other in Middle-earth, and he welcomed Mithrandir at the Grey Havens, knowing whence he came and whither he would return.
'Take this ring, master,' he said, 'for your labours will be heavy; but it will support you in the weariness you have taken upon yourself. For this is the Ring of Fire, and with it you may rekindle hearts in a world that grows chill.'
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stormcrow20
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Apr 25 2008, 5:26am
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Maybe they will make Mr. Del Toro into a matching Hobbit figure! /
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Círdan saw further and deeper than any other in Middle-earth, and he welcomed Mithrandir at the Grey Havens, knowing whence he came and whither he would return.
'Take this ring, master,' he said, 'for your labours will be heavy; but it will support you in the weariness you have taken upon yourself. For this is the Ring of Fire, and with it you may rekindle hearts in a world that grows chill.'
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Eldameldo
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Apr 25 2008, 5:28am
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Welcome Mr. Del Toro!
Very happy that you were chosen to bring us all back to Middle-earth, a place we've all missed very much in the last few years.
Hope to hear updates from you throughout the process!
I'll give you an answer-
I must say you guys solved my, perhaps, ill-conceived riddle quite fast (I'm ashamed, actually) and got the date and times right. Nevertheless, the powers of red tape extended the process for hours and days longer.
But now its all done-
I'm confirmed and signed as the HOBBIT (SES) and I hope to join your community form this day forth-
Now I''ll go and have a second breakfast to celebrate!
Yours Truly
GDT
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Lady of Light
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Apr 25 2008, 5:33am
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So I get to come home from the Winnipeg Symphony Orchestra's performance live to FotR (absolutely thrilling, report to follow) to this news!!! Oh frabjous day!!! Wow, I'm gonna be wired for a while now *jumps up and sown*.
Welcome again GDT, this is going to be soooo exciting, and I'm glad to have you at the helm.
"The major difference between a thing that might go wrong and a thing that cannot possibly go wrong is that when a thing that cannot possibly go wrong goes wrong it usually turns out to be impossible to get at or repair."
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Aerin
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Apr 25 2008, 5:34am
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Welcome! It looks like I've come back to TORn at just the right time to get all excited with anticipation all over again!
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Ethelwynn
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Apr 25 2008, 5:40am
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Re: In exchange for the Riddle
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Congratulations, GDT. Now, forget that second breakfast and get at it!!!! We've been waiting with patience that would do a spider proud. Not that we're anxious or anything . . .
Blessings
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stormcrow20
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Apr 25 2008, 5:40am
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Thank you so much for taking the time to join our little community! You are most certainly welcome, your enthusiasm is shared and greatly appreciated!
We look forward to the awesome ride ahead of us all. The cast of Lord of the Rings said the experience, as well as living in New Zealand, changed their lives (for the better), and I hope such is the case for you as well!
In the words of Frodo:
"Elen síla lúmenn' omentielvo: a star shines on the hour of our meeting"
One thing I ask: please let us see the White Council, with Ian McKellen as Gandalf, Christopher Lee as Saruman, Cate Blanchett as Galadriel, and Hugo Weaving as Elrond. Perhaps Radagast as well?
Anyway, Welcome, friend!
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Círdan saw further and deeper than any other in Middle-earth, and he welcomed Mithrandir at the Grey Havens, knowing whence he came and whither he would return.
'Take this ring, master,' he said, 'for your labours will be heavy; but it will support you in the weariness you have taken upon yourself. For this is the Ring of Fire, and with it you may rekindle hearts in a world that grows chill.'
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Apr 25 2008, 5:52am
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Congratulations, Mr. Del Toro!
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That's the best news I've heard for months! I'm so glad you're finally officially confirmed and look forward to the next years!
And thank you for posting here - it makes me feel so honoured that you are so considerate of the fans!
I do not suffer from LotR obsession - I enjoy every minute of it.
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hobbitgoddess
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Apr 25 2008, 6:01am
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I believe in you! Just to put that out there.
Have you hugged your hobbit today?
For pony
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Red5bv06
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Apr 25 2008, 6:16am
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I think this series need some fresh pairs of eyes, and hopefully Mr. Del Toro will be able to bring something new and fresh to "The Hobbit". A better director couldn't be found.
I'm crossing my fingers for Production Diaries like PJ did with King Kong.
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Messenjah
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Apr 25 2008, 6:46am
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I remember seeing you on some horror special where they interview a bunch of directors. Never having heard of you before, and really connecting, because you act like such a kid who loves what he does. Much like PJ. I can't wait to see what you do with this franchise!
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labingi_maura
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Apr 25 2008, 7:21am
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Yes, it was!
I thought that was charming that you wanted to tease us with a riddle that included part of the "Riddles In the Dark" chapter from "The Hobbit"! Believing it to be a good sign, I guessed that you must have good news for us if you felt like being so playful! I like guessing correctly!
Because I trust PJ, who gave us such an endearing and enduring interpretation of LOTR, and because he respects and admires your work very much, I trust you too.
I thought "Pan's Labyrinth" was powerfully emotional, well done, and disturbing. I'm looking forward very much to seeing how you deal with both "The Hobbit" and "The Segue" (for lack of a better title.)
My congratulations and best wishes to you!
May you do the professor and his stories proud!
Thanks,
-ML
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-Debbie/primmy
"I am in fact a hobbit in all but size." - J.R.R.Tolkien
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Apr 25 2008, 7:25am
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Now *that* is a brilliant avatar!
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Welcome to TORN Messenjah!
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.
Ataahua's stories
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Beren
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Apr 25 2008, 7:38am
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Well this is very good news! It is wonderful to see you in this board and it was fantastic to hear you have been reading all of Tolkien's books. I tend to be jeaulous of people who can enter Middle-earth for the very first time... I hope you enjoy every minute of it.
If you don't have the very interesting "The History of the Hobbit" set yet, please do sent me an email and I'll sent you a set along. It might proof to be very useful on the road...
I'm very happy that one of the best Children books out there will be turned into a movie by someone who understands and loves 'faerie'. I'm already looking forward to see the tale come alive on the big screen and wished I had an opportunity to contribute to the project. I'm now reading the Hobbit for about 24 years and must have been in an out the tale for over 300 times. I must admit I'll be scared to go to see the movie, and every little aspect will have a huge impact on me personally, yet now I know that the project is in your hands I am comforted and feel a great joy! Thank you Guillermo and enjoy the ride!
'It is fulfilled. Even now a Silmaril is in my hand.' - tolkienlibrary.com
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Eregian
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Apr 25 2008, 7:41am
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A most awesome time will begin. I'm sure you're just as psyched as us but seriously, have fun in New Zealand!
Can somebody confirm if Andrew Lesnie will be part of the production too?
Run you pigeon's, it's Robert Frost!
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Hengist
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Apr 25 2008, 8:50am
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Good news all round!
I May be a scientist but I'm also a Ninja fencer!
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Mishka
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Apr 25 2008, 8:51am
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Congratulations and thank you for taking part in this forum - it is most generous of you and exciting for us! I am sure that you will do a great job at bringing this story to life and blend it seamlessly into the LOTR trilogy with the richness of your own colours added. It is great that the wheel is once more in motion!! Thank you and I hope that you will not be too busy to keep dropping by!
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Earl
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Apr 25 2008, 9:18am
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Welcome to the family Mr. Del Toro... make yourself at home. Now how would like some tea? Or maybe something a little stronger? Wine? Ale? Let's see... what've we got? Hmmm... there's cold chicken, and a bit of pickle. And some cheese. Oh no, that won't do. Well, well, here's some raspberry jam, and an apple tart... But there's not much for afters. Oh, we're all right after all... just found some sponge cake 
Relax and take a deep breath Sir...
The plunge is long
The day will dawn
When you must away
'ere break of day
To NZ with PJ, Fran, Philippa and all
There to heed Middle-earth's call.
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