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'The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey' on Track to Break Box Office Records

Damon Houx — Sat, 15 Dec 2012 05:00:40 +0000

Though Peter Jackson‘s ‘The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey‘ hit screens mere hours ago, it’s already on track to have the highest opening weekend of any picture to open in December. That’s right, it’s on track to open bigger than ‘Avatar.’ Currently, the record for a December opening weekend is held by ‘I am Legend,’ which [...]

'The Hobbit' in 48FPS Won't Make You Puke Announces Warner Bros.

Eric Walkuski — Thu, 06 Dec 2012 16:29:43 +0000

By now you're well aware of the controversy surrounding Peter Jackson's decision to shoot 'The Hobbit' in 48fps, a higher frame rate that has given the movie, at least in the early going, a sped-up and slightly disorienting appearance. (Read our review right here.) It has almost exclusively dominated the conversation regarding the highly-anticipated prequel, and today we have Warner Bros. weighing in to assure us that, contrary to some reports, 'The Hobbit' in 48fps will not make you nauseous. Always nice to know!

Read the studio's full statement on the matter after the break.

Stephen Colbert + Sir Ian McKellen Kick Off 'Hobbit Week' In Hardcore Nerd Style [VIDEO]

Cassandra Rose — Wed, 05 Dec 2012 07:05:26 +0000

Cormamin lindua ele lle, Stephen Colbert. That's Elvish for "Stephen Colbert, you are the coolest man on this or any other planet." Except that's definitely not how you say that in Elvish.

In celebration of the upcoming release of 'The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey,' uber-nerd and enormous J.R.R. Tolkien fan Colbert is holding a special Hobbit-themed week on his show 'The Colbert Report.'

And he kicked off the festivities Monday night with the arrival of Gandalf the Grey, Ian McKellen.

'The Hobbit' Clips: Six New Videos of Gollum, Wolves and Goblins!

Eric Walkuski — Tue, 04 Dec 2012 16:10:57 +0000

The reviews for 'The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey' are piling in like a horde of angry orcs, and while most are positive (not including our own), the conversation seems to be dominated by the high frame rate Peter Jackson utilized to help bring the film to life. Fair or not, we had better get used to this being the main topic when it comes to 'The Hobbit', at least during the first few weeks of release.

However, while the world at large must wait for the chance to make up its own mind regarding the film, we have six clips from the epic adventure to hold you over until it comes out. Check them all out after the break.

'The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey' Gets Two New TV Spots

Britt Hayes — Thu, 08 Nov 2012 02:30:32 +0000

People of the United States and the United Kingdom can, well,Â uniteÂ over their love of Middle Earth with these two brand new TV spots for ‘The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey.’ ‘The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey’ wants to remind fans of both the United States and the United Kingdom that tickets are already on saleÂ right this second [...]

'The Hobbit' Tickets Go On Sale Wednesday

Mike Sampson — Mon, 05 Nov 2012 21:00:20 +0000

'The Hobbit' doesn't hit theaters until December 14th but if you're of the lot that likes to be prepared, we've got good news for you. This week, you can actually buy your tickets and get yourself all set for 'The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey' plus the three films in the original 'Lord of the Rings' trilogy re-release (in case you need to bone up on your Tolkien).

'The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey' Will Have an Extended Edition

Damon Houx — Fri, 05 Oct 2012 15:30:48 +0000

‘The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey‘ is due out December 14, but we now already know that there will be an extended edition of the film after it hits Blu-ray and DVD,Â set to be released sometime in third quarter of 2013. This news (from Movies.com) comes after news that Peter Jackson will be filming an [...]

'The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey' Releases New Trailer in Time for Tolkien Week

Nick Romano — Wed, 19 Sep 2012 21:00:20 +0000

'The Hobbit' fans know that this week marks Tolkien Week, which is extra special do to it also being the 75th anniversary of 'The Hobbit's' publication date and all. Plus, September 22 is "Hobbit Day," the day in the book series of both Bilbo and Frodo's birthdays. So, what better way to celebrate this extraordinary occasion than having Peter Jackson release a brand-new trailer for the much-anticipated 'The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey'?

Peter Jackson Officially Announces a Third 'Hobbit' Film for Summer 2014

Mike Sampson — Mon, 30 Jul 2012 20:00:46 +0000

As was previously rumored, director Peter Jackson officially announced this morning that ‘The Hobbit‘ would be a trilogy and a third film will be released. Full details below: The film was initially split into two films – ‘An Unexpected Journey‘ and ‘There and Back Again‘ – but Jackson, Warner Bros. and New Line decided they [...]

The Hobbit Movie Preview Debuts Online [VIDEO]

Lucky Larry — Wed, 21 Dec 2011 21:03:50 +0000

I remember having to read The Hobbit in elementary school and now we’re getting a first look at the upcoming movie. The preview for The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey was released yesterday. The 2 1/2 minute preview mainly features Gandalf and Bilbo Baggins’ relationship. The movie isn’t expected to hit theaters until December of 2012 [...]