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Long before the Lord of the Rings trilogy vaulted Peter Jackson into the record books, he seemed eager to challenge his audiences, depicting puppet sex and gore in Meet the Feebles and flesh-eating aliens in Bad Taste. He even introduced Kate Winslet to the world as a deranged teenager who bludgeons a woman to death with a hammer in Heavenly Creatures.
But at a press conference last weekend, Jackson invoked his sense of morality when questioned about his decision to excise a crucial—albeit, wrenching—plot point from his adaptation of The Lovely Bones, Alice Sebold’s blockbuster 2002 novel about a 14 year old who is raped, murdered, and dismembered by her next-door neighbor. In Jackson’s film, Susie Salmon doesn’t get raped. The murder happens off-screen. And though her family falls apart in its grief, Jackson chose to cut scenes of her mother’s adulterous affair with the crime’s investigator.
“To make Lovely Bones without the rape,” said UCLA’s Richard Walter, a fan of the novel, “is like making Titanic and leaving out the iceberg.”
Speaking to a crowd of journalists, Jackson explained in a measured, matter-of-fact tone that some things—like the depraved acts conjured by Sebold—just don’t belong on a 60-foot screen. He wanted a PG-13 rating. He wanted his own 13-year-old daughter to see the film. He didn’t aim to make a film for the fans of the novel.
http://www.thedailybeast.com/blogs-and-stories/2009-12-09/sanitizing-the-bones/?cid=hp:beastoriginalsC3Long before the Lord of the Rings trilogy vaulted Peter Jackson into the record books,... more
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Newsweek has boiled down the the first decade of this millennium into a seven minute video, highlighting the good, the bad and the unforgettable. From Bush V. Gore, to 9/11, to the iPod, to Borat, to the Iraq war, to Twitter and much, much more. Watch and marvel at this busy decade.
It really makes you remember about all that has changed about that last 10 years around the worldNewsweek has boiled down the the first decade of this millennium into a seven minute... more
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Want to make it big screaming in a Deathcore band? Of course you do. Well the best way to do that is to scream along to your favorite song in a "Vocal Cover" video and put it on YouTube.
Viral Video Film School is a recurring segment on the weekly television show infoMania. In each episode of VVFS, Professor Brett Erlich teaches you valuable skills in the discipline of Viral Video making. So sit down, take notes, and try not to piss him off. For more Brett visit http://current.com/viral-video-film-school-im/ and Current TV.
infoMania is a half-hour satirical news show that airs on Current TV. The show puts a comedic spin on the 24-hour chaos and information overload brought about by the constant bombardment of the media. Hosted by Conor Knighton and co-starring Brett Erlich, Sarah Haskins, Ben Hoffman, Bryan Safi and Sergio Cilli, the show airs on Thursdays at 10 pm Eastern and Pacific Times and can be found online at http://current.com/infomania/ or on Current TV. And make sure to check out our facebook profile for special features at http://infomaniafacebook.com.Want to make it big screaming in a Deathcore band? Of course you do. Well the best way... more
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Who's got your hero's back when the chips are down? Their sidekicks of course! Check out this breakdown of 5 of the best sidekicks out there.Who's got your hero's back when the chips are down? Their sidekicks of... more
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No real surprises here but it's good to know.
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Dominic Monaghan (Lost, FlashForward, Lord of the Rings) is taking over Current TV soon and we're taking your questions, so feel free to post away.
You can ask about his new show FlashForward, the shows/movies he's been in or pretty much anything else about his career, life, opinions, etc.
Extra points are awarded for video questions and make sure to leave your name, age and locale.
(also, make sure the pic you put up on Current.com is an image that belongs to you and is not a cartoon, picture of Catwoman or someone else that ain't you)
We'll stop taking questions on Tuesday, 10/13 around 9:30 AM EST.
Dominic's Takeover will premiere October 30th, 7:30/6:30C.
Thanks!
P.S. I don't know why he's bloody or taking a picture...
UPDATE: We just shot Dominic and he was great! He answered TONS of your questions. His Current Takeover will air on Friday night, October 30th at 7:30/6:30C. Thanks to everyone who posted!Dominic Monaghan (Lost, FlashForward, Lord of the Rings) is taking over Current TV... more
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If by some strange coincidence you haven't already received an e-card or been alerted by some well-wishing passerby, let us be the first to tell you that today is Hobbit Day. Hobbit Day is part of Tolkien Week, which honors J.R.R. Tolkien and his "Lord of the Rings" trilogy.
But not everybody is celebrating. Women, for instance, have traditionally been less than enthusiastic about the esteemed book and film series. But why? We asked Asylum's token girl to watch the first film to find out.If by some strange coincidence you haven't already received an e-card or been... more
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While at Animania 2009 they played this awesome video to kill some time, it was hilarious and extremely well done. It's basically footage taken from one anime all stuck together with a voice over from lord of the rings, very funny.While at Animania 2009 they played this awesome video to kill some time, it was... more
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Elijah Wood and Academy Award nominated director, Shane Acker take over Current, bring us into the world of "9" and show us some great animation.Elijah Wood and Academy Award nominated director, Shane Acker take over Current, bring... more
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"The interwebs have been astir with rumors and sources claiming that “The Hobbit” is being planned as a 3D movie experience. An unscientific but fun poll showed conclusively that almost 75 percent of TORn poll takers didn’t like the idea. Then, the same pot was stirred again with more “sources” backing the original information and a flurry of e-mails landed in our inbox (Spymaster@TheOneRing.net if you have a hot tip!) beating the same drum. Not wanting to disrupt the creative process going on around a pair of films based on “The Hobbit,” we nevertheless asked Guillermo del Toro just what exactly, if anything, was up with 3D Hobbit movies. Since he is the director of the films in question (you know, the guy who picks the director of photography, the cameras and formats and all that movie stuff) we thought he might know.
Turns out he did and he told us, “I can safely say that, as of this moment, there are absolutely NO conversations about doing the HOBBIT films in 3D.”
Put that baby to bed and turn off the light.""The interwebs have been astir with rumors and sources claiming that “The... more
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The score for the LOTR: Fellowship of the Ring will be performed live via orchestra at Radio City Music Hall while the film is projected in HD. And I just got my tickets! Squee!The score for the LOTR: Fellowship of the Ring will be performed live via orchestra at... more
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I wrote, recorded, and produced this song and edited this video for a highschool senior-guy pageant show. It took me about two weeks to write and record, and about a week or so to shoot and edit, and the final product here won me first runner-up along with some decent cred in school. It also features the vocal talents of my friend Thomas Schluep. It's an entirely original piece with a bit of humor and a lot work, and although it means a little more to who it was intended for, please enjoy nonetheless.
A song by Space Montaine ©I wrote, recorded, and produced this song and edited this video for a highschool... more
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There's a rumour going around that a third Hobbit film that would bridge between the two hobbit films currently filming and the lord of the rings trilogy.
Total Film is reporting a source that says Guillermo del Toro and Peter Jackson might once again be planning another film in addition to the two current planned Hobbit movies, with GDT likely making both of the first two and Jackson shooting the third.
What do you think about the news?
Do you think i been a good choice for the original hobbit to be split into two films already?
My personal view two films should be enough , and think we really have some exciting times coming up with this film as it is bring together two very visionary and talented directors on such a special project , we really have something amazing to look forward toThere's a rumour going around that a third Hobbit film that would bridge between... more
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Are You Pleased? We're not sure if these movie characters are.
The Rotten Tomatoes Show is a movie review show that airs on Thursday nights at 10:30 e/p on Current TV. From reviews of the newest releases to commentary on cult favorites and movie trends, each episode of The Rotten Tomatoes Show is a fast-paced, comedic journey through the week in cinema.
For more from the Rotten Tomatoes Show: http://rottentomatoesshow.com
For more about movies from Current: http://current.com/moviesAre You Pleased? We're not sure if these movie characters are.
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Photos from Guillermo del Toro's version of 'The Hobbit' have made their way onto the internet.
I don't know about anyone else but I'm very excited to see The Shire back!
Anyone else?Photos from Guillermo del Toro's version of 'The Hobbit' have made... more
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A scattered people, the descendents of storied sea kings of the ancient West, struggle to survive in a lonely wilderness as a dark force relentlessly bends its will toward their destruction. Yet amidst these valiant, desperate people, hope remains. A royal house endures unbroken from father to son....
This hour long original drama is set in the time before the War of the Ring and tells the story of the Dúnedain, the Rangers of the North, before the return of the King. Inspired by only a couple of paragraphs written by Tolkien in the appendices of the Lord of the Rings we follow Arathorn and Gilraen, the parents of Aragorn, from their first meeting through a turbulent time in their people's history....
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Copyright (c) Actors At Work Productions 2002-2009A scattered people, the descendents of storied sea kings of the ancient West, struggle... more
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Flight of the Conchords are the musical pimps of our generation, lyrically making love to the women of the world song after song. They're a sexually charged combination of the Bosom Buddies meets Hall & Oates and their pens are truly mightier then their swords. Legend has it that their harmonic voices have been known to make women queef potpourri from miles away.Flight of the Conchords are the musical pimps of our generation, lyrically making love... more
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Sir Paul McCartney's children's book about the adventures of a squirrel will be adapted for the big screen.
The Beatle will also write new songs for the animated version of High in the Clouds, according to Hollywood trade newspaper Variety.
The book, which was published in 2005, tells the tale of Wirral The Squirrel's search for an animal sanctuary.
Michael Lynne, is part of the team bringing the project to life, said: "Paul said he would commit a score of original songs as part of it."
Lynne's previous projects include the blockbuster Lord Of The Rings trilogy.
This will be Sir Paul's biggest involvement in a major animation since The Beatles' Yellow Submarine in 1968, when he was one of the main stars of the film.Sir Paul McCartney's children's book about the adventures of a squirrel will... more
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The director of the forthcoming Hobbit film, Guillermo del Toro (y'know, the bloke who did Pan's Labyrinth) has confirmed what everyone knew anyway - Ian McKellan, Hugo Weaving and Andy Serkis are on board to reprise their roles from Lord of the Rings.
I imagine the conversation went something like this:
"Ian, would you like lots more money?"
"Yes please"
I wonder if the Hobbit will be a million hours long too?The director of the forthcoming Hobbit film, Guillermo del Toro (y'know, the... more
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