Two towers in 4 mouths - Page 5

Rei · 08-14-2002, 03:12 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by Entlover
On a related subject, does anyone know how he managed to film LotR when it's surely copyrighted by the Tolkien estate? He said he's had no contact with the Tolkien family; so did they sell the movie rights to him, sight unseen?

Tolkien sold the rights of Lord of the Rings to Saul Zaentz who was the producer of the 1978 animated film. I bet they're pretty mad now, considering that whatever they sold it for pales in comparasion to what they could be making now.

Araihc · 08-14-2002, 07:47 PM

Thought you might like to know... 1,341 people have signed the letter of support for Peter Jackson at http://www.dodgeandassociates.com/bqlotr/

cassiopeia · 08-15-2002, 12:03 AM

We need an intermission for a 3 hour movie! I was busting to go to the toilet for half the movie when I first saw LOTR!!

Araihc · 08-15-2002, 09:39 AM

SHARING THIS QUOTE REGARDING THE TWO TOWERS LETTER OF SUPPORT FOR PETER JACKSON:

Hi Everyone!

We wanted to say thank you so much for your signature and to update you all
with what has been happening with the Letter of Support for The Two Towers.
We have had wonderful response so far to this idea and have been receiving
all kinds of information, from very creditable sources, regarding the
production and marketing of this film. The general consensus is that this is
NOT an issue that has been decided as yet. There is talk among the movie
executives about a 4hr vs. a 3hr movie and its being reported that there is
over 10hrs of usable film from Helms Deep alone - WOW! There are reports
that some movie decision makers are nervous of not making as much with a
4hour version, we've also heard that some think the 4hr version would bring
in more Oscars, which means more money! Also word of a possible split, a 3hr
and a 4hr version running at same theaters on different screens is making the
rounds. So while we don't know what the final decision may be we want to get
the word out about the letter of support. Support for New Line but
especially Peter Jackson being able to create the best movie possible no
matter the running time.

If you want and can help, please get out the message to as many as you can to
sign the support letter, if you wish please feel free to use the attachment
below. Remember the key word here is Support! Thank you all again for your
signatures, AND Here's to a wonderful movie!

And please remember, the site will only be up through 8-18! Thanks and happy
viewing!

www.dodgeandassociates.com/bqlotr

Cirdan · 08-15-2002, 11:05 AM

Well, I guess I would put a caveat on endorsing a longer version. It shouldn't be longer just to add more battle footage. If it supports the missing plot aspects, I'm all for it.

BeardofPants · 08-16-2002, 02:08 AM

Agreed. As much as I enjoy plowing through Helms deep, etc, I am already deeply disturbed by the proposed changes.

I just had a thought - I'm re-reading LOTR again, and I just came to the bit with the window on the west, and there's this really cute scene with Sam being served by a servant, and he grabs the water bowl and douches his whole head in there. I hope they put that in. Every time I read this scene, I crack up laughing.

cassiopeia · 08-16-2002, 02:58 AM

Four hours seems a long time to watch a movie at the cinema, I hope they have a intermission. I remember they used to. I hope there arn't too many battle scenes. I want CHARACTER DEVELOPMENT, which was not in the FOTR.

BeardofPants · 08-16-2002, 03:02 AM

Well to be fair, Cass, there wasn't really any character development in the book either. It wasn't until the fellowship split up and went their separate ways (TTT onwards), that Tolkien was better able to express their personalities. And it *is* hard to develop characters, when there is a large group.

cassiopeia · 08-16-2002, 03:11 AM

Oh my god, BoP is defending Peter Jackson *faints*

I suppose I am complaining that there were lots of battle scenes and not much "quiet" scenes in FOTR. I hope the extra half an hour will satisfy me. And I will probably watch the FOTR tonight, cause I havn't seen it in 6 days (yes it's been agony).

Don't get me wrong, I would love the TT (and FOTR and ROTK) be 4 hours long.

BeardofPants · 08-16-2002, 03:20 AM

Oh no! I take it back!!!

Araihc · 08-18-2002, 04:01 PM

.... you guys are great.....

*thought i should do a 'letter of support' (last day online) update... 1932 people have signed ... and we've generated some interest from TPTB ... pleasant interest, i must say... HOPE YOU ALL HAVE AS GREAT A DAY AS I AM!!!

If you've signed already... THANKS!!! if you haven't... take a look yourself and make up your own mind... remember the point is to SUPPORT PJ in what he needs to do!

Entlover · 08-18-2002, 09:24 PM

What's with California? Looks like they have more signers than any other state.
or do they just have more free time?
Canada's doing well too, Come on Washington state, where are you? Sign the petition!

Rei · 08-19-2002, 01:36 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by Entlover
What's with California? Looks like they have more signers than any other state.

No, we Californians(Is that a word?) just rock!

08-14-2002, 07:47 PM	#82
Araihc Sapling Join Date: Aug 2002 Posts: 10	Thought you might like to know... 1,341 people have signed the letter of support for Peter Jackson at http://www.dodgeandassociates.com/bqlotr/ __________________ "Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world; indeed, it's the only thing that ever has" -M.Mead-

08-15-2002, 12:03 AM	#83
cassiopeia Viggoholic Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Australia Posts: 1,749	We need an intermission for a 3 hour movie! I was busting to go to the toilet for half the movie when I first saw LOTR!! __________________ Kids, you tried your best and you failed miserably. The lesson is, never try.

08-15-2002, 09:39 AM	#84
Araihc Sapling Join Date: Aug 2002 Posts: 10	SHARING THIS QUOTE REGARDING THE TWO TOWERS LETTER OF SUPPORT FOR PETER JACKSON: Hi Everyone! We wanted to say thank you so much for your signature and to update you all with what has been happening with the Letter of Support for The Two Towers. We have had wonderful response so far to this idea and have been receiving all kinds of information, from very creditable sources, regarding the production and marketing of this film. The general consensus is that this is NOT an issue that has been decided as yet. There is talk among the movie executives about a 4hr vs. a 3hr movie and its being reported that there is over 10hrs of usable film from Helms Deep alone - WOW! There are reports that some movie decision makers are nervous of not making as much with a 4hour version, we've also heard that some think the 4hr version would bring in more Oscars, which means more money! Also word of a possible split, a 3hr and a 4hr version running at same theaters on different screens is making the rounds. So while we don't know what the final decision may be we want to get the word out about the letter of support. Support for New Line but especially Peter Jackson being able to create the best movie possible no matter the running time. If you want and can help, please get out the message to as many as you can to sign the support letter, if you wish please feel free to use the attachment below. Remember the key word here is Support! Thank you all again for your signatures, AND Here's to a wonderful movie! And please remember, the site will only be up through 8-18! Thanks and happy viewing! www.dodgeandassociates.com/bqlotr __________________ "Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world; indeed, it's the only thing that ever has" -M.Mead-

08-15-2002, 11:05 AM	#85
Cirdan Elf Lord of the Grey Havens Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: somewhere else Posts: 2,381	Well, I guess I would put a caveat on endorsing a longer version. It shouldn't be longer just to add more battle footage. If it supports the missing plot aspects, I'm all for it. __________________ There exists a limit to the force even ther most powerful may apply without destroying themselves. Judging this limit is the true artistry of government. Misuse of power is the fatal sin. The law cannot be a tool of vengance, never a hostage, nor a fortification against the martyrs it has created. You cannot threaten any individual and escape the consequences. -Muad'dib on Law The Stilgar Commentary

08-16-2002, 02:08 AM	#86
BeardofPants the Shrike Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: San Francisco, CA <3 Posts: 10,647	Agreed. As much as I enjoy plowing through Helms deep, etc, I am already deeply disturbed by the proposed changes. I just had a thought - I'm re-reading LOTR again, and I just came to the bit with the window on the west, and there's this really cute scene with Sam being served by a servant, and he grabs the water bowl and douches his whole head in there. I hope they put that in. Every time I read this scene, I crack up laughing. __________________ "Binary solo! 0000001! 00000011! 0000001! 00000011!" ~ The Humans are Dead, Flight of the Conchords

08-16-2002, 02:58 AM	#87
cassiopeia Viggoholic Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Australia Posts: 1,749	Four hours seems a long time to watch a movie at the cinema, I hope they have a intermission. I remember they used to. I hope there arn't too many battle scenes. I want CHARACTER DEVELOPMENT, which was not in the FOTR. __________________ Kids, you tried your best and you failed miserably. The lesson is, never try.

08-16-2002, 03:02 AM	#88
BeardofPants the Shrike Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: San Francisco, CA <3 Posts: 10,647	Well to be fair, Cass, there wasn't really any character development in the book either. It wasn't until the fellowship split up and went their separate ways (TTT onwards), that Tolkien was better able to express their personalities. And it is hard to develop characters, when there is a large group. __________________ "Binary solo! 0000001! 00000011! 0000001! 00000011!" ~ The Humans are Dead, Flight of the Conchords

08-16-2002, 03:11 AM	#89
cassiopeia Viggoholic Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Australia Posts: 1,749	Oh my god, BoP is defending Peter Jackson faints I suppose I am complaining that there were lots of battle scenes and not much "quiet" scenes in FOTR. I hope the extra half an hour will satisfy me. And I will probably watch the FOTR tonight, cause I havn't seen it in 6 days (yes it's been agony). Don't get me wrong, I would love the TT (and FOTR and ROTK) be 4 hours long. __________________ Kids, you tried your best and you failed miserably. The lesson is, never try.

08-16-2002, 03:20 AM	#90
BeardofPants the Shrike Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: San Francisco, CA <3 Posts: 10,647	Oh no! I take it back!!! __________________ "Binary solo! 0000001! 00000011! 0000001! 00000011!" ~ The Humans are Dead, Flight of the Conchords

08-18-2002, 04:01 PM	#91
Araihc Sapling Join Date: Aug 2002 Posts: 10	.... you guys are great..... *thought i should do a 'letter of support' (last day online) update... 1932 people have signed ... and we've generated some interest from TPTB ... pleasant interest, i must say... HOPE YOU ALL HAVE AS GREAT A DAY AS I AM!!! If you've signed already... THANKS!!! if you haven't... take a look yourself and make up your own mind... remember the point is to SUPPORT PJ in what he needs to do! __________________ "Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world; indeed, it's the only thing that ever has" -M.Mead-

08-18-2002, 09:24 PM	#92
Entlover Elven Warrior Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Seattle, WA Posts: 463	What's with California? Looks like they have more signers than any other state. or do they just have more free time? Canada's doing well too, Come on Washington state, where are you? Sign the petition!

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