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Duffy12 · 11-02-2011, 05:49 PM

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Benedict Cumberbatch “Crawling About On Belly” For Role Of Smaug

November 2nd, 2011 by Earl | Source: Variety

Variety recently interviewed Benedict Cumberbatch about the iconic roles he’s lately been playing on both TV and cinema, and there’s a small bit where the man talks about his preparation for the role of Smaug.

The relevant excerpt follows:

“I’ll be donning … well, probably not Andy Serkis’ sweaty wet suit … I’m sure they dry clean it.

Playing a reptile is something I don’t believe has been done before. I’ve already started working out, crawling around on my belly whenever I can without alarming people too much.”

Thanks to message board member Oleander Took for the alert!

http://www.theonering.net/torwp/2011...role-of-smaug/

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Beorn? Radagast? Super set pics from South Island!

November 2nd, 2011 by Demosthenes

Ringer Spy Glow sends us this EXCLUSIVE follow-up set of pictures from the mysterious Hobbit set on the South Island of New Zealand.

What’s there to see? Well, we close get a look at the set itself, and some fascinating detail work that has already gone the construction, plus some stunning wide shots. But what do they look like and what does it all mean? Is it Radagast’s Rhosgobel, or Beorn’s Hall?

Set pics at following link:

http://www.theonering.net/torwp/2011...nd/#more-49719

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Grand Bob · 11-03-2011, 02:10 AM

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Originally Posted by Ernest Rister

Got some competition...

After seeing that still of the Sleeping Beauty dragon, I've decided to watch the movie with the grandkids when they visit this weekend. One of my favorite Disney classics.

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Originally Posted by Nommag

I live a 30min drive from Hobbiton I should really get out my camera and do some investigating. Seems like a lot of effort though.

Right now, you are the envy of the thread. I would love to be able to visit that site.

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Originally Posted by Duffy12

Benedict Cumberbatch: "Playing a reptile is something I don’t believe has been done before. I’ve already started working out, crawling around on my belly whenever I can without alarming people too much.”

Still laughing at that one!

Duffy12 · 11-04-2011, 03:55 AM

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Hobbit Production Video 3 Coming Soon!

November 3rd, 2011

<Peter Jackson just posted this on his Facebook page:

“Hi, everyone. Thought you might like to know that a new video from the set of THE HOBBIT will be landing here soon!”

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LordCrumb · 11-04-2011, 04:10 AM

^ bout time!

Hope they don't show too much though, they revealed way to much all ready.

vegeta88 · 11-04-2011, 06:23 AM

I don't know how, but that video got me even more excited about the movies than before.

http://www.facebook.com/PeterJacksonNZ

[Show spoiler]

Goldengirl · 11-04-2011, 07:57 AM

Production VBlog # 4 is up now on PJ's facebook page and you tube.

http://www.facebook.com/PeterJacksonNZ

Lnds500 · 11-04-2011, 09:35 AM

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Originally Posted by Goldengirl

Production VBlog # 4 is up now on PJ's facebook page and you tube.

http://www.facebook.com/PeterJacksonNZ

I am more bumped than ever to see this movie. Love how technical the production video gets.

I think Concept Art in 3D is the strangest thing I've seen in filmaking..

Josh · 11-04-2011, 10:30 AM

It was interesting how they managed to make the 3D work with the mirrors.

doctorD · 11-04-2011, 03:19 PM

Here is the YouTube video of what is in the Facebook link above ^^

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gHF53...embedded#at=20

doctorD · 11-04-2011, 03:25 PM

Here is the YouTube video of what is in the Facebook link above ^^

kjacobs03 · 11-04-2011, 04:54 PM

Who thinks we might get the first trailer by Christmas?

R3P0 · 11-04-2011, 07:13 PM

In that production video they gave some technical specs.

1. Multiple cameras were used on the original LOTR production 12 years ago in preparation for LOTR 3D transfer!!!!

2. Hobbit is being shot in 5k 48 FPS!!!!

3. OMFG I CANT WAIT!

Josh · 11-04-2011, 07:20 PM

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Originally Posted by R3P0

In that production video they gave some technical specs.

1. Multiple cameras were used on the original LOTR production 12 years ago in preparation for LOTR 3D transfer!!!!

I believe what he said was that they took some production still photos with a 3D camera that they could put on Blu-ray at some later point. I'm pretty sure they didn't shoot the film in 3D.

doctorD · 11-04-2011, 08:00 PM

Prior to watching that clip, I had no idea they were going to film this movie in 3D.

R3P0 · 11-04-2011, 10:20 PM

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Originally Posted by Josh

I believe what he said was that they took some production still photos with a 3D camera that they could put on Blu-ray at some later point. I'm pretty sure they didn't shoot the film in 3D.

Thought I heard it as they used multiple cameras for a 3D effect because the technology was not there at the time.

vegeta88 · 11-04-2011, 11:03 PM

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Originally Posted by Josh

I believe what he said was that they took some production still photos with a 3D camera that they could put on Blu-ray at some later point. I'm pretty sure they didn't shoot the film in 3D.

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Originally Posted by R3P0

Thought I heard it as they used multiple cameras for a 3D effect because the technology was not there at the time.

I heard it the same way that Josh did.

Jimmy Smith · 11-04-2011, 11:51 PM

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Originally Posted by Josh

I believe what he said was that they took some production still photos with a 3D camera that they could put on Blu-ray at some later point. I'm pretty sure they didn't shoot the film in 3D.

Some of there effects techniques relayed on the lack of 3D. For example when they shot the hobbits next to human characters they would often have actors standard further away from humans but positioned in a way that it looks like they are facing each other. This illusion relayed on the fact that the camera has no depth perception. A 3D camera would have destroyed this illusion. I assume the new picture will use digital layer for this illusion instead to compensate

Moleman1138 · 11-05-2011, 02:37 AM

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Originally Posted by kjacobs03

Who thinks we might get the first trailer by Christmas?

Unless it's a LOTR footage, voice over and a title card trailer, I wouldn't expect anything until March.

Taipan · 11-05-2011, 04:17 AM

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Originally Posted by doctorD

Here is the YouTube video of what is in the Facebook link above ^^

The Hobbit BTS Video Blog #4 HD - YouTube

Thanks doc!

That was interesting to watch.

Underworld54 · 11-05-2011, 01:22 PM

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Originally Posted by doctorD

Here is the YouTube video of what is in the Facebook link above ^^

The Hobbit BTS Video Blog #4 HD - YouTube

It's pretty damn cool that they do these videos, it helps pass the time waiting for the movie. Oh and those Red Epic cameras are beyond awesome.

11-04-2011, 07:57 AM	#2986
Goldengirl Active Member Member since:Sep 2009 Blu-ray collection:97 Blu-ray reviews:2	at last! Production VBlog # 4 is up now on PJ's facebook page and you tube. http://www.facebook.com/PeterJacksonNZ

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11-02-2011, 05:49 PM	#2981
Duffy12 Blu-ray Ninja Member since:Jul 2009 Location:Among the Tuatha’an 4K collection:20 Blu-ray collection:272	. Benedict Cumberbatch “Crawling About On Belly” For Role Of Smaug November 2nd, 2011 by Earl \| Source: Variety Variety recently interviewed Benedict Cumberbatch about the iconic roles he’s lately been playing on both TV and cinema, and there’s a small bit where the man talks about his preparation for the role of Smaug. The relevant excerpt follows: “I’ll be donning … well, probably not Andy Serkis’ sweaty wet suit … I’m sure they dry clean it. Playing a reptile is something I don’t believe has been done before. I’ve already started working out, crawling around on my belly whenever I can without alarming people too much.” Thanks to message board member Oleander Took for the alert! http://www.theonering.net/torwp/2011...role-of-smaug/ ______________________ Beorn? Radagast? Super set pics from South Island! November 2nd, 2011 by Demosthenes Ringer Spy Glow sends us this EXCLUSIVE follow-up set of pictures from the mysterious Hobbit set on the South Island of New Zealand. What’s there to see? Well, we close get a look at the set itself, and some fascinating detail work that has already gone the construction, plus some stunning wide shots. But what do they look like and what does it all mean? Is it Radagast’s Rhosgobel, or Beorn’s Hall? Set pics at following link: http://www.theonering.net/torwp/2011...nd/#more-49719 .

11-04-2011, 03:55 AM	#2983
Duffy12 Blu-ray Ninja Member since:Jul 2009 Location:Among the Tuatha’an 4K collection:20 Blu-ray collection:272	. Hobbit Production Video 3 Coming Soon! November 3rd, 2011 <Peter Jackson just posted this on his Facebook page: “Hi, everyone. Thought you might like to know that a new video from the set of THE HOBBIT will be landing here soon!” .

11-04-2011, 04:10 AM	#2984
LordCrumb Moderator Top contributor Member since:May 2009 Location:New Zealand Home Theater Gallery:4 4K collection:405 Blu-ray collection:2924 DVD collection:109 Blu-ray reviews: 12 Trading Score:67	^ bout time! Hope they don't show too much though, they revealed way to much all ready.

11-04-2011, 06:23 AM	#2985
vegeta88 Blu-ray Ninja Member since:Nov 2007 Location:CA 4K collection:94 Blu-ray collection:666 DVD collection:116 Blu-ray reviews: 6 Trading Score:1	I don't know how, but that video got me even more excited about the movies than before. http://www.facebook.com/PeterJacksonNZ [Show spoiler]

11-04-2011, 10:30 AM	#2988
Josh Super Moderator Top contributor Member since:Sep 2006 Home Theater Gallery:50 4K collection:37 Blu-ray collection:407 Digital collection:1 Blu-ray reviews: 15 Trading Score:34	It was interesting how they managed to make the 3D work with the mirrors.

11-04-2011, 03:19 PM	#2989
doctorD Blu-ray Ninja Member since:Jun 2007 Location:Redmond, WA Home Theater Gallery:47 4K collection:397 Blu-ray collection:1723 Blu-ray reviews: 12 Trading Score:1	Here is the YouTube video of what is in the Facebook link above ^^ http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gHF53...embedded#at=20

11-04-2011, 04:54 PM	#2991
kjacobs03 Blu-ray Guru Member since:May 2007 Location:Columbus, OH Blu-ray collection:64	Who thinks we might get the first trailer by Christmas?

11-04-2011, 07:13 PM	#2992
R3P0 Blu-ray Duke Member since:Jun 2008 Blu-ray collection:46 Trading Score:1	In that production video they gave some technical specs. 1. Multiple cameras were used on the original LOTR production 12 years ago in preparation for LOTR 3D transfer!!!! 2. Hobbit is being shot in 5k 48 FPS!!!! 3. OMFG I CANT WAIT!

11-04-2011, 08:00 PM	#2994
doctorD Blu-ray Ninja Member since:Jun 2007 Location:Redmond, WA Home Theater Gallery:47 4K collection:397 Blu-ray collection:1723 Blu-ray reviews: 12 Trading Score:1	Prior to watching that clip, I had no idea they were going to film this movie in 3D.

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