The Hobbit Trilogy Discussion Thread

[Diesel]

Originally Posted by Grand Bob

McKellan must play Gandalf; anyone else playing the role would be a disaster. The identity has been solidified in the LotR movies and is engrained in the public consciousness. This is a far more serious matter than replacing Richard Harris as Dumbledore following his death. In my mind, McKellan IS Gandalf.

100% this.

McKellen = Gandalf


It's that simple as far as I'm concerned.

[Duffy12]

Originally Posted by radagast

Not only can I not see these pics, but I can't find anything on theonering.net in reference to this.

You know, when I posted this yesterday I had the feeling that they would be removed quickly, and that is just what happened due to studio pressure.

I guess with 'spy reports' its inevitable.



But take my word for it, they looked.............shuweet!



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[Diesel]

I saw them. They were indeed there.

[LynxFX]

Originally Posted by radagast

If they had started filming when Del Toro and Jackson wanted to, the first one would have been out in Dec. 2011 - one year from now. Thanks to MGM for FUBARing it up.

One FUBARing to rule them all, One FUBARing to find them,
One FUBARing to bring them all and in the darkness bind them.

[vegeta88]

Originally Posted by Diesel

I saw them. They were indeed there.

If we are talking about the pictures HERE, I still see them

Originally Posted by LynxFX

One FUBARing to rule them all, One FUBARing to find them,
One FUBARing to bring them all and in the darkness bind them.

+1 for cleverness.

[kjacobs03]

Originally Posted by vegeta88

If we are talking about the pictures HERE, I still see them

They are gone for me too. If you still see them they are probably cached on your computer.

[Duffy12]

Originally Posted by vegeta88

If we are talking about the pictures HERE, I still see them

Nope, they are gone.

I am guessing that they are probably still in your 'Temporary Internet Folder'.

[vegeta88]

Originally Posted by kjacobs03

They are gone for me too. If you still see them they are probably cached on your computer.

Originally Posted by Duffy12

Nope, they are gone.

I am guessing that they are probably still in your 'Temporary Internet Folder'.

You guys want me to save them and put them on Imageshack?

[Diesel]

Since they were removed once, I'd say its best not to

[vegeta88]

Originally Posted by Diesel

Since they were removed once, I'd say its best not to

Gotchya.

They looked pretty good, but they are basically what you would expect IMO.
Anyone know if that is the same location they built the Shire before?

[kjacobs03]

Originally Posted by vegeta88

Gotchya.

They looked pretty good, but they are basically what you would expect IMO.
Anyone know if that is the same location they built the Shire before?

Yes, it's the same spot. Including the iconic Birthday Tree.

[Bageara]

Originally Posted by Grand Bob

McKellan must play Gandalf; anyone else playing the role would be a disaster. The identity has been solidified in the LotR movies and is engrained in the public consciousness. This is a far more serious matter than replacing Richard Harris as Dumbledore following his death. In my mind, McKellan IS Gandalf.

Yup its a must. the movie would be ruined for me if McKellen didnt return as Gandalf

[MorgolKing]

There's no doubt McKellen will return as Gandalf; he's been hanging out in NZ waiting for this film just be green lit for crying out loud. Don't worry, our Gandalf shall return!

I'm more worried about Christopher Lee coming back as Saruman, as I already said earlier in this thread.

[Grand Bob]

Originally Posted by MorgolKing

I'm more worried about Christopher Lee coming back as Saruman, as I already said earlier in this thread.

That's a tough one. I remember reading somewhere that he said he is too old to re-play the part (I think he is in his late 80's now). Since he was the perfect guy to play Saruman in LotR, it will be tough to fill his shoes. Jackson will have to include someone as Saruman in the movie, as he plays a pivotal role in the White Council and the events that follow.

[Batman1980]

Originally Posted by Grand Bob

That's a tough one. I remember reading somewhere that he said he is too old to re-play the part (I think he is in his late 80's now). Since he was the perfect guy to play Saruman in LotR, it will be tough to fill his shoes. Jackson will have to include someone as Saruman in the movie, as he plays a pivotal role in the White Council and the events that follow.

Tobin Bell and Ian McDiarmid both come to mind, as does Terence Stamp.

[MorgolKing]

Originally Posted by Grand Bob

That's a tough one. I remember reading somewhere that he said he is too old to re-play the part (I think he is in his late 80's now). Since he was the perfect guy to play Saruman in LotR, it will be tough to fill his shoes. Jackson will have to include someone as Saruman in the movie, as he plays a pivotal role in the White Council and the events that follow.

I think the absolute best solution would be to shoot Christopher Lee on the green screen and fly some of the other actors (Ian McKellen for example) out to do those scenes...this could all be done after shooting in NZ is done...besides Gandalf has to go home to England anyways

And besides, Christopher Lee has said he'd be "delighted" to do the scenes in London
Link: http://movies.ign.com/articles/952/952905p1.html
Look at the last three questions of the interview

[Grand Bob]

Originally Posted by MorgolKing

And besides, Christopher Lee has said he'd be "delighted" to do the scenes in London
Link: http://movies.ign.com/articles/952/952905p1.html
Look at the last three questions of the interview

That interview was encouraging, but it is almost two years old. Still, if there is anyway he could still perform (at least for close-ups), that would be great and would provide consistency between the films. That is also why the presence of Ian McKellen, Hugo Weaving, Cate Blanchett, and Andy Serkis would be mandatory.

[tommyboy81]

Originally Posted by MorgolKing

There's no doubt McKellen will return as Gandalf; he's been hanging out in NZ waiting for this film just be green lit for crying out loud. Don't worry, our Gandalf shall return!

I'm more worried about Christopher Lee coming back as Saruman, as I already said earlier in this thread.

McKellen was here yesterday showing his movie Gods and Monsters at our film Festival. Trust me I don't know how long he can wait. He looks like he's aged 10 years.

[Darkhawk9587]

Originally Posted by tommyboy81

McKellen was here yesterday showing his movie Gods and Monsters at our film Festival. Trust me I don't know how long he can wait. He looks like he's aged 10 years.

If he can't wait then Lee cannot either. Maybe they should be recast. I mean, The Hobbit takes place how long before LotR?

[Bageara]

Originally Posted by Darkhawk9587

If he can't wait then Lee cannot either. Maybe they should be recast. I mean, The Hobbit takes place how long before LotR?

I think its about 50-60 years

I saw McKellen on TV not very long ago promoting The Prisoner for the BBC and he looked fighting fit, Lee on the other hand does look very frail