So here's the first ever Linkorama (hey, see what I did there?), the unofficial and non-licensed companion to the SFX Link-A-Mania. Hope you all had a good weekend, and I hope you're ready for the latest Sci-Fi and Fantasy News.
Peter Jackson Confirmed For The Hobbit
Since the departure of Guillermo Del Toro from the two Hobbit films, rumours have been flying about everywhere for who will take the helm. Deadline can finally confirm that Peter Jackson has accepted the position. Whilst I would have prefered Del Toro, Jackson was an obvious choice for replacement.
Tom Hardy On Mad Max 4
The guys over at The Collider managed to grab an interview with Tom Hardy where they spoke not only about his role in Christopher Nolan's Inception, but about his upcoming role in Mad Max: Fury Road. Set to be a re-launch to the series, but still continuing with what the original 3 films set up, we could end up seeing a more adult and less camp version of post-apocalyptic Australia...or it might be even more camp...
Neil Blomkamp's Elysium
District 9 has become a bit of a cult film, loved by most of those that have seen it, but still not seen by many people. No longer rumoured to be taking the helm for The Hobbit, Blokamp revealed his next project, titled Elysium (a much used name in Sci-Fi and Fantasy), to be another unique Sci-Fi film.
Shortlist For Spider-Man Main Role
Once again over at Deadline, there are reports that Sony have been viewing the Screen-Tests for the main role of Peter Parker (Spider-Man) in the re-launch being directed by Marc Webb. With the likes of Jamie Bell (Billy Elliot) and Aaron Johnson (Kick Ass) on the shortlist, expect Sony to announce something soon.
Guillermo Del Toro's Next Porject is..?
At this year's Saturn Awards, Empire Magazine managed to get themselves a few words with Del Toro about his next job after leaving The Hobbit. Sadly, Hellboy 3 is a long way away, and it's looking like At The Mountains Of Madness won't be getting an adaptation any time soon.
New Potter Pics
Three new images have been released from Part 1 of Harry Potter And The Deahtly Hallows, which can be viewed below:
Thanks to The Metro for those images.
AT-AT Day Afternoon
This isn't a piece of news, but is infact a video I found today, and felt like sharing with you guys. I hope you enjoy it!
That's all for today's Linkorama, brought to you in association with Zombie Apocalypse Productions, and sponsored by Adorably Interesting Dolls.
Jackson is certainly the obvious choice.
ReplyDeleteCoincidentally, I just decided a couple of hours ago to finally read both The Hobbit and The Lord of The Rings.
Which would you suggest I start with?
I have seen the 3 LOTR movies (more than once) if that matters at all.
The obvious choice is The Hobbit, it's a nice short story that inadvertantly explains how Bilbo got The One Ring.
ReplyDeleteI never got along with Tolkien's work though...I read them, but I'm not a fan of his writing style.
The Silmarillion was just too daunting a task for me to even consider, and Children of Hurin was a tad boring if I'm honest. The Hobbit, in my humble opinion, was by far the best of them all.
Never heard of those last 2. I have only heard of the Hobbit and the LOTR.
ReplyDeleteI will start with The Hobbit, then. Thanks!