Blood Ties DVDs

January 28th in the UK

"mid 2008" in the US

Well I guess it's clear which version I'll go for. And should the US version have any extras worth getting that the UK version doesn't have, I guess I'll just end up with two sets.

Now if those bastards at Lifetime would just renew it... *mutter grumble*

FINALLY!!!!! The Hobbit will be made!!!!

http://www.theonering.net/torwp/2007/12/18/28150-peter-jackson-and-new-line-cinema-join-with-mgm-to-produce-%e2%80%9cthe-hobbit%e2%80%9d/

PETER JACKSON AND NEW LINE CINEMA JOIN WITH MGM TO PRODUCE “THE HOBBIT”
December 18th, 2007 by xoanon

December 18, 2007

ACADEMY AWARD-WINNER PETER JACKSON AND NEW LINE CINEMA JOIN WITH MGM TO PRODUCE “THE HOBBIT,” EAGERLY-ANTICIPATED FANTASY ADVENTURE EPIC

NEW LINE AND MGM TO CO-PRODUCE AND SHARE WORLDWIDE DISTRIBUTION RIGHTS

PETER JACKSON AND FRAN WALSH TO EXECUTIVE PRODUCE TWO FILMS BASED ON “THE HOBBIT”

Los Angeles, CA (Tuesday, December 18, 2007) Academy Award-winning filmmaker Peter Jackson; Harry Sloan, Chairman and CEO, Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Studios Inc. (MGM); Bob Shaye and Michael Lynne, Co-Chairmen and Co-CEOs of New Line Cinema have jointly announced today that they have entered into the following series of agreements:

* MGM and New Line will co-finance and co-distribute two films, “The Hobbit” and a sequel to “The Hobbit.” New Line will distribute in North America and MGM will distribute internationally.

* Peter Jackson and Fran Walsh will serve as Executive Producers of two films based on “The Hobbit.” New Line will manage the production of the films, which will be shot simultaneously.

* Peter Jackson and New Line have settled all litigation relating to the “Lord of the Rings” (LOTR) Trilogy.

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As you can see there is no mention of who will direct or write the script - but just to know that PJ and Fran will be involved in-depth is a relief!

Aaaaaahhhhhhhh!!! They stole my Precious!!!!!

I had pre-ordered my copy of "The Return of the King: The Complete Recordings" as soon as it was available. I got a shipment notification from Amazon.com on November 19th, with a delivery estimate (by expedited international shipping) of December 5th. I still didn't have it by yesterday so I inquired about it. This is the reply I just got:

Thanks for writing to us at Amazon.com.

Please accept my sincere apology for any inconvenience that may have caused you due to this misunderstanding and please allow me to explain.

I'm sorry to hear about this situation. Usually, I'd be able to create a replacement order that would be shipped to you as soon as possible at no additional charge. Unfortunately, I can't do that in this case because the missing item is now unavailable from our supplier.

Instead, I've requested a refund of $69.97 to cover the cost of the item and associated shipping costs. We'll send you an e-mail to confirm the refund once it has been processed.

We are very sorry for any inconvenience this may have caused you. We appreciate your business and hope that you will give us a chance to serve you better.

NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!!!!!!!! I NEED THIS!!! I was counting on having it by Christmas so I could really indulge over the holidays!!!!! *SOB* I guess it's unavailable because of some problems there were with one version of the soundtrack (I only scanned one entry on my flist mentioning this), but I don't care why, I just care that I NEED IT AND I DON'T HAVE IT!!!! And the Amazon listing - ANY Amazon listing - now says they have no idea if and when it will be available again! AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH!!!!


*takes deep breath*

Would anyone out there who did get it be so kind to rip the CDs for me? PRETTY PLEASE?! I will pledge you my firstborn child! Or send chocolate or fondue or whatever you want! *pathetic puppy dog look*

Looks like PJ definitely won't direct or write The Hobbit

according to Hollywood Reporter. This article also has some interesting background tidbits.

Jackson back in 'Hobbit' via NL, MGM

By Gregg Goldstein and Borys Kit

Dec 19, 2007

UPDATED 11:30 a.m. PT Dec. 18

J.R.R. Tolkein's "The Hobbit" is finally back on track and headed to the big screen.

New Line and filmmaker Peter Jackson have resolved their differences over Jackson's profit participation over the $3 billion-grossing "Lord of the Rings" trilogy, paving the way for a two-film adaptation of Tolkien's children's masterpiece.

New Line and MGM, which holds "Hobbit" feature rights, have pacted to co-finance and co-distribute the movies, with New Line handling North American and MGM international distribution.

Because of his packed schelude that includes "The Lovely Bones" and "Tintin," Jackson is not directing or writing the movies, but will executive produce with partner Fran Walsh. New Line will manage production.

Jackson decided not to take on writing and directing roles himself because with his other commitments, he figured that he would not be able to complete the "Hobbit" films until around 2015. One consideration that pushed all the parties to reach an agreement is the huge fan interest surrounding the franchise.

Jackson didn't want to keep the fans waiting that long, and New Line and MGM knew that if they moved ahead on the project without Jackson's involvement, they risked alienating the fans. As executive producer, Jackson will have approval over creative elements of both films.

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... or will he?

It seems at least MGM boss Harry Sloan is still hopeful. Stay tuned!

http://hollywoodinsider.ew.com/2007/12/mgm-ceo-on-the.html

MGM CEO Harry Sloan talks 'Hobbit'
Dec 18, 2007, 03:13 PM | by Vanessa Juarez

Categories: Movie Biz, The Hobbit

This morning, New Line and MGM announced that the Hobbit debacle was over and the first of two planned pics would finally be going into pre-production with Peter Jackson as executive producer. The Hobbit is scheduled for a 2010 release, and the sequel is expected the following year -- the latter having the better chance of being directed by the Lord of the Rings mastermind himself. Shortly after the announcement, Hollywood Insider spoke with MGM CEO Harry Sloan about the details.

EW: You must be delighted that this project is finally moving forward.
HARRY SLOAN: Ecstatic. It’s a great day for MGM and New Line, and to have two Hobbit movies with Peter Jackson, really, I couldn’t imagine anything better happening around Christmastime this year.

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