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Billy Connolly boards 'The Hobbit'

Feb 9, 2012, 20:58 GMT

Comedian Billy Connolly has rounded out the cast of Peter Jackson's two-film 3D adaptation of J.R.R. Tolkien's 'The Hobbit.' ... more

Andy Serkis says Gollum is alive on Hobbit set

Feb 6, 2012, 18:45 GMT

Andy Serkis has revealed he is shooting his scenes as Gollum for ''The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey' live alongside his cast mates for the first time. ... more

New official photo from 'The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey'

Jan 15, 2012, 20:35 GMT

We have a new official photo from Warner Brothers and MGM's upcoming fantasy movie adaptation, 'The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey.' The photo features Martin Freeman's Bilbo Baggin's covered in spiders web with his sword Sting.
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Monsters and Critics Bumper 2012 Movie Guide!

Jan 6, 2012, 21:35 GMT

Read and watch through Monsters and Critics super-sized genre by genre preview of what is likely to catch the eye in 2012 at the movies.  ... more

Fantasy Movies 2012: Hobbits, Titans, Giant Beanstalks, Poisonous Apples & Twilight Ends

Jan 6, 2012, 21:13 GMT

It looks like fantasy will be the genre to beat at the box office in 2012 with the long awaited release of Peter Jackson's latest Middle-Earth adventure 'The Hobbit,' accompanying the closure of the 'Twilight' saga in 'Breaking Dawn: Part 2.' That is not all either! ... more

It's here precious! Terrific first trailer for 'The Hobbit' arrives online

Dec 21, 2011, 3:17 GMT

The terrific new first trailer for director Peter Jackson's 'The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey' is now online. The release of the trailer marks the 10th anniversary of Jackson's first Tolkien adaptation, 'The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.'
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Trailer tomorrow plus new photo from 'The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey'

Dec 19, 2011, 12:47 GMT

We have added a new official photo of Martin Freeman's Bilbo Baggin in 'The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey.' Also Warner Brothers have announced the movie's first trailer will premiere this coming Tueday, December 20th.
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Brilliant new trailer for Aardman Animation's 'The Pirates! A Band of Misfits'

Nov 16, 2011, 21:30 GMT

We have added the fantastic new full movie trailer for Sony and Aardman Animation's upcoming 3D stop motion comedy, 'The Pirates! A Band of Misfits.'
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Fourth behind the scenes video from Peter Jackson's 'The Hobbit'

Nov 4, 2011, 10:34 GMT

The lastest production video from the set of Peter Jackson's two-part adaptation of 'The Hobbit' is now online. In the ten minute video presented by Jackson, we get an interesting insight into the technology used to film 'The Hobbit.'
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New pictures from The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey

Jul 23, 2011, 12:42 GMT

We have added 2 new pictures from The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey. ... more

Second behind the scenes video from 'The Hobbit' production

Jul 9, 2011, 17:58 GMT

Director Peter Jackson and 2nd unit director/actor Andy Serkis guide you through the second video production diary for Warner Brothers 'The Hobbit.' The latest video focuses on the filming so far and location scouting.
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First photos of Bilbo, Gandalf and the dwarves in Peter Jackson's 'The Hobbit'

Jun 23, 2011, 16:25 GMT

Hold onto your hairy feet, Entertainment Weekly have premiered the first official photos from Peter Jackson's hugely anticipated 'Hobbit' movies. The photos feature a first look at Martin Freeman as minature adventurer, Bilbo Baggins.
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Lilly, Humphries join 'Hobbit' cast

Jun 20, 2011, 19:05 GMT

Evangeline Lilly and Barry Humphries have joined the cast of Peter Jackson's two-film 3D adaptation of J.R.R. Tolkien's 'The Hobbit'

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'Hobbit' films get release dates and titles

May 31, 2011, 19:01 GMT

Peter Jackson's two-film adaptation of J.R.R. Tolkien's 'The Hobbit' has gotten an official release date and title. ... more

'The Hobbit' movies official titles and release dates announced!

May 30, 2011, 23:11 GMT

Peter Jackson's 'The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey' hits worldwide from December 14th, 2012, while 'The Hobbit: There and Back Again' will follow a year later on December 13th, 2013.
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Orlando Bloom joins 'Hobbit' cast

May 27, 2011, 19:37 GMT

Orlando Bloom has joined the cast of Peter Jackson's two-film 3D adaptation of J.R.R. Tolkien's 'The Hobbit,' reprising his role of the elf Legolas from 'The Lord of the Rings' trilogy. ... more

Sherlock Holmes aka Benedict Cumberbatch joins 'The Hobbit'

May 23, 2011, 12:11 GMT

Yet more casting news from Peter Jackson's 'The Hobbit' has been released, with English actor Benedict Cumberbatch joining the cast. The stock of Benedict has rose greatly in the past year starring as Sherlock Holmes on BBC's 'Sherlock.'
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Stephen Fry boards 'Hobbit' cast

May 19, 2011, 19:21 GMT

Stephen Fry has joined the cast of Peter Jackson's two-film adaptation of J.R.R. Tolkien's 'The Hobbit.' ... more

Jackson adds Lee Pace & Dean O'Gorman to huge 'Hobbit' cast

Apr 30, 2011, 21:13 GMT

Director Sir. Peter Jackson has added two new members to 'The Hobbits' increasingly large Middle Earth cast. The dwarf character Fili has been recast. while Elven King Thranduil will be played by 'Twilight: Breaking Dawn' star Lee Pace.
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English actor Rob Kazinsky departs cast of 'The Hobbit'

Apr 24, 2011, 10:01 GMT

Peter Jackson has confirmed that English actor Robert Kazinsky who plays the dwart Fili in 'The Hobbit' has now departed from the production due to personal reasons. They are already looking to replace the actor. The director also mentions a returning face from 'The Lord of the Rings.'
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Middle Earth reborn! First 10 minute behind the scenes video from 'The Hobbit'

Apr 14, 2011, 10:20 GMT

As Middle Earth begins to take shape again in New Zealand, director Peter Jackson releases a first 10 minute behind the scenes video focusing on the preparation and start of shooting on J. R. R Tolkien's 'The Hobbit.'
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Peter Jackson talks the benefits of shooting 'The Hobbit' at 48 FPS

Apr 12, 2011, 0:32 GMT

Peter Jackson has described shooting 'The Hobbit' at 48 FPS (frames per second) as opposed to the traditional 24 FPS as a revelation in film, comparable to when 'vinyl records were supplanted by digital CDs.' Plus new photo and video on the way.
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'Conchords' star McKenzie signs on for 'The Hobbit'

Apr 5, 2011, 18:42 GMT

'Flight of the Conchords' star Bret McKenzie has joined the cast of Peter Jackson's two-film adaptation of J.R.R. Tolkien's 'The Hobbit.' ... more

'Flight of the Conchords' star Bret McKenzie joins 'The Hobbit'

Apr 5, 2011, 9:40 GMT

Popular New Zealand actor Bret McKenzie, most well known for being one half of comedy duo the 'Flight of the Conchord', has joined the cast of Peter Jackson's 'The Hobbit.'
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Filming has finally commenced on 'The Hobbit' movies

Mar 21, 2011, 0:26 GMT

Peter Jackson and company today began the much delayed filming of the highly anticipated 'Hobbit' movies. New Zealand's Middle Earth comes under scrutiny of the lense for the first time in 8 years.
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Ian McKellen vividly desribes Bilbo Baggin in 3D

Mar 9, 2011, 9:45 GMT

In Sir Ian McKellen's latest blog, the actor who plays Gandalf the Grey in Peter Jackson's 'Hobbit' movies describes the first time he saw Martin Freeman's Bilbo Baggins in 3D.
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There and Back Again, a 'Hobbits' title by New Line Cinema?

Mar 2, 2011, 23:59 GMT

It appears New Line are not keen on the idea of calling the two upcoming 'Hobbit' movies part 1 and part 2. TheOneRing are reporting that the films will go by the titles of 'The Hobbit: There and Back Again', and 'The Hobbit: An/The Unexpected Journey.'
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Photo of 'The Hobbit' cast together for first time

Feb 11, 2011, 0:24 GMT

A first photo has appeared online showcasing a large chunk of 'The Hobbit' cast together for the very first time. The photo features hobbit headliner Martin Freeman and his band of future movie dwarves (all very much still human sized).
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Peter Jackson 'Hobbit' movies set to film next month

Feb 7, 2011, 16:18 GMT

The much delayed start of filming for Peter Jackson's two 'Hobbit' movies will finally spark into action next month, with a March 21st start date announced.
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Elijah Wood goes back to Frodo Baggins for 'The Hobbit'

Jan 10, 2011, 20:18 GMT

Elijah Wood is in advanced talks to reprise his role as Frodo Baggins in Peter Jackson's two-film adaptation of J.R.R. Tolkien's 'The Hobbit.'
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Sherlock: Season One - Blu-ray Review

Nov 10, 2010, 11:48 GMT

Some things change whiles others remain the same.  Mark Gattis and Steven Moffat took the train (posing ala Sidney Paget of course) and on those long trips they decided to bring Sherlock back to the small screen and give it a modern gloss not gaslight.  Does it work?  The answer is elementary. 

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James Nesbitt joins the cast of 'The Hobbit'

Nov 2, 2010, 13:07 GMT

James Nesbitt and newcomer Adam Brown are the latest to join the cast of Peter Jackson's 'The Hobbit'. James, the popular British actor will play Bofor the dwarf, while Adam will play another dwarf, Ori.
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Mark Gatiss and Steven Moffat Clue Us In About ‘Sherlock’

Oct 24, 2010, 5:24 GMT

Living in the UK is great of late, due to some absolutely brilliant drama that is being produced for the smallscreen.  

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'Hobbit' Casting Announced

Oct 22, 2010, 20:14 GMT

The cast of the two-film adaptation of 'The Hobbit' was announced yesterday in a joint statement made by New Line Cinema, Warner Bros., Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Inc. and director Peter Jackson. ... more

BBC confirm that Luther and Sherlock will return

Aug 31, 2010, 8:05 GMT

It’s been rumoured for awhile that 'Sherlock' would be making a return in time for 2011, but it hasn’t been officially confirmed until recently. ... more

Review: 'Sherlock' The Great Game

Aug 13, 2010, 4:10 GMT

Synopsis: Five deadly puzzles. A deranged bomber. A battle of wits ensues between Sherlock and the shadowy stranger who seems to know all the answers. ... more

Recap: Sherlock 'The Blind Banker'

Aug 6, 2010, 2:08 GMT

Synopsis: A mysterious cipher is being scrawled on walls around London, and the first person to see it dies within hours of reading it. Can Sherlock and John solve the case? ... more

Investigating ‘Sherlock’ on BBC

Jul 6, 2010, 15:54 GMT

A little over 18 months ago, the BBC announced plans for what was to be a one off 90 minute drama called ‘Sherlock.’ ... more

'Upstairs Downstairs' and 'Sherlock' new productions for PBS, to air in 2011

Feb 23, 2010, 3:17 GMT

Masterpiece on PBS and BBC Worldwide Sales and Distribution, Americas have announced a major co-production deal to remake 'Upstairs Downstairs'—one of the most cherished television series of all time. ... more

'The Office' star Martin Freeman still not cool

May 23, 2009, 8:00 GMT

Martin Freeman hasn't been cool for seven years. ... more

DVD Review: The Good Night

Mar 26, 2008, 15:14 GMT

A strange and strangely compelling dramedy, writer-director Jake Paltrow’s first feature casts an eclectic group of actors that includes Simon Pegg, Gwyneth Paltrow, Penelope Cruz, Danny DeVito and headlined by Martin Freeman and throws them into a fantastical yet slow-paced tale of a lost soul who gets to confront his dreams literally. ... more

Paltrows team up for a Good Night

Oct 10, 2005, 20:57 GMT

Gwyneth makes a romantic comedy with her brother and a Hitchhiker ... more