[Lotr_announce] TheOneRing.net Newsletter (17/11/2003)

[Michael Regina (Xoanon)]

"RINGERS": A Documentary produced in association with TheOneRing.net
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TORN #199

Monday November 17th, 2003

Here is the weekly newsletter! Enjoy!

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Rings Roundup (Top headlines of major interest)
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Embassy Theatre Update
Robert Catto writes: I've added a couple of new photos from the Embassy
renovations to my site - it's nearly ready, and the Fletcher Construction
crew have taken apart their site office already. That's confidence! They've
done an amazing job, and must be the most relaxed renovators I've ever
encountered. No dramas, no problems, just pushing along on schedule. Well
done, guys - it's going to be fantastic. The seats are just about the only
thing left to arrive (well, and the screen) - but naturally they're waiting
until the dusty, messy work is over before bringing them in.
http://www.theonering.net/perl/newsview/1/1069012752

Return of the Ringers Charity Auction
Besides the noble goal of having fun, our party in Wellington for the
Premiere also aims to raise money for The Organ Donor Awareness Campaign, a
charity supported by Peter Jackson. Check out the list of goodies we have to
offer! Unique NZ treasures, LOTR collectibles, books and posters signed by
PJ and the crew, and much much more. Thanks to the generosity of many people
and businesses in NZ and overseas. [More] Ticket sales to the party close
THIS FRIDAY and there will be NO DOOR SALES.
http://www.theonering.net/perl/newsview/1/1068973841

Paths Of The Dead Spoilers?
Ringer Spy Avalon Mists sent in these three screencaps that may just answer
a question that has been puzzling our brains for the last few months. This
cut scene is from the battle at the Black Gate at the end of the film - the
Paths remain unspoiled, so to speak.
!!!Spoilers!!!

The Saruman Situation
Xoanon here, I felt the need to write a little something about the Saruman
situation. Many feel TORN is skirting the issue (impossible since we've got
no less than 5 stories about it and a link from the BIG NEWS item since it
broke), but I wanted to let people know how I felt. And also why we WON'T be
posting a few stories and links about it...ever!
http://www.theonering.net/perl/newsview/1/1068759305

A Towers EE Deleted Scene - UPDATE
Our friends over at Council of Elrond have this set of screencaps from the
Towers EE. It's a deleted scene involving Frodo, and also shows Elijah Wood
getting made up for it. Credit for the screencaps goes to Ringer Teldil, but
if you are easily disturbed by gruesome make-up, you may not want to look!
!!!Spoilers!!!

UPDATE - Calisuri here - Having seen the TTT EE, these pictures of Frodo
dressed up in Gollum-mode did not make the TTT EE cut. These are shots from
an even more extended sequence where Faramir confronts Frodo and Sam after
discovering Frodo has The One Ring. They are supposed to be a 'flash' into
the future. A chance for the audience to see what Frodo might become should
he keep the Ring.
http://www.theonering.net/perl/newsview/1/1068748564

Gollum is Installed at Wellington Airport
Photographer Robert Catto informs us that he has updated his site with
images of the giant Gollum being installed at Wellington's airport. Surreal
shots of Gollum being raised by cranes under a moonlit sky, very
interesting!
http://www.theonering.net/perl/newsview/1/1068687343

Slim ROTK Wall Calendar Images
Lalaith Undomiel writes: writes: As well as the normal sized 2004 calendar
available I also found this one at Clinton Cards. It has a few pictures
which I haven't seen before including a very scary looking red eyed orc.
http://www.theonering.net/perl/newsview/1/1068609018

More On ROTK Screening at Carleton College
Seejames511 writes: Please join us for the grand finale of the Lord of the
Rings trilogy! Barrie Osborne ’66, producer of the highly acclaimed films,
will once again host a benefit pre-screening for Carleton College, two weeks
before the film opens nationally. The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the
King will be shown at three theaters in the Block E - Crown Theatre complex
in downtown Minneapolis.
http://www.theonering.net/perl/newsview/1/1068578490

Two Towers EE Screencaps
Ringer Spy Jim pointed out this small bunch of Two Towers EE screencaps -
there's some very intriguing shots in here, and a couple that are sure to
please the purists!!!!Spoilers!! Ringer Mattforce spotted the following post
over on the IGN boards following the posting of these screencaps.
http://www.theonering.net/perl/newsview/1/1068453461

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Palantir Visions (Things seen from beyond the front page)
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COMING SOON
November 17th: Cate Blanchett will be on David Letterman on CBS
November 18th: The Two Towers: Extended Edition is released on DVD
November 19th: Sean Astin, Elijah Wood & Billy Boyd will be on MTV's 'Total
Request Live'
November 20th: Elijah Wood & Billy Boyd will be on MuchMusic's 'Much on
Demand'
November 20th: LOTR Reading Marathon in Cleveland
http://www.theonering.net/perl/newsview/8/1062201357
November 20th: Gregory Butler (from WETA) will speak at Pipeline in London
November 21st: Sean Bean's new film 'The Big Empty' Opens in Limited Release

TORN's Own Book: The People's Guide to J.R.R. Tolkien

Cold Spring Press is pleased to announce its new book "The People's Guide to
J.R.R. Tolkien." This book of essays fills the void between the release of
the second and third Lord of the Rings movies. Passionate, ardent,
well-informed, and unlike any other book on the subject, this is an
indispensable handbook for people who consider themselves experts -- or who
wish to become experts -- on the lore of Middle-earth and the man who made
the myths.
http://www.theonering.net/perl/newsview/6/1046309473

A New Documentary produced in association with TheOneRing.net - 'Ringers"
see below

TheOneRing.net, in association with Planet BB, is turning the spotlight on
the fans of J.R.R. Tolkien in a new feature-length documentary titled
"Ringers: Lord of the Fans." Yes, this is a film about YOU, the FANS!
http://www.theonering.net/ringers/

Pre-Order TTT Extended Edition!

We all want the regular ole theatrical edition of The Two Towers. But the
prize this year is going to be The Two Towers extended edition DVD
Collector's boxed set, featuring the exclusive Gollum statue from
Sideshow/Weta Collectibles. And guess what folks!? It went on pre-sale today
at Amazon.com. I'm sure more retailers will be posting links shortly, but in
the meantime, we have posted an in-depth look at what the Extended Edition
will contain, both speculation and confirmed added scenes. Check out our
complete Extended Edition coverage!
http://www.theonering.net/perl/newsview/1/1056124875

ADVERTISE ON THEONERING.NET

TheOneRing.net is happy to announce we are finally 'selling' our own ad
space on all pages of TheOneRing.net. If you are interested in reaching the
largest audience of Tolkien fans online, visit our advertising page. No
campaign is too short and no business is too small to advertise.
http://www.theonering.net/theonering/ads.html

Do YOU Have Any Cool Contest Ideas?

We're always looking for interesting contests to have fun with all the LOTR
goodies we get everyday. Do you want to submit your ideas and see them come
to life?! Send along any ideas to gamgee@theonering.net and who knows! You
may just win a prize from a contest you invented!

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Scouring of the Site (Breakdown of our various sections)
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-Barlimans- is more than a place to get your mead! There is the Fun Section,
Regulars Map and Photo Gallery, and of course the gateway to our ever famous
MIRC Chatroom!
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-Gaming Havens- is keeping all you gamers up to date on the latest
RPG/Fantasy/Sci-Fi games out there. Check it out daily for gaming news.
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-The Official Peter Jackson Fanclub (TBHL)- The Lord of the Rings Director's
very own fanclub! Stop on by to learn more about the man, the myth, the
beard. If you are a Peter Jackson fan, then 'TBHL' is the place for you!
GOTO: http://tbhl.theonering.net/index.shtml

-Green Books- Not to be confused with the Red Book of Westmarch, we are just
pilgrims on the Tolkien trail, exploring the history, people, and events of
all the ages of Middle-earth, the Blessed Realm, and the lands that lie
beneath the wave. Whether you need to know more about the Elvish languages,
find out what new editions of old favorites are coming to market, read
in-depth commentary on Tolkien’s thematic elements, or peruse fan-submitted
original works or humor, Ostadan, Turgon, Quickbeam, Anwyn, and Tookish have
a little something for everyone. In addition, Green Books is home to the
overwhelmingly popular Questions & Answers. If you have a Tolkien question,
conundrum, wonderment, or puzzler, the Green Books staff will rise to your
challenge.
GOTO: http://greenbooks.theonering.net/index.shtml

-The Tolkien community- never looked so good! Come and check out our listing
of over 20 subsites hosted by TheOneRing.net! We've got everything from
Rolozo Tolkien, with almost EVERY Middle-earth image ever created, to our FX
section, devoted to the magic of motion picture special effects. As well as
a host of foreign language sites!
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-Our Tolkien Fan- section is just for you! From the site design to all the
stories and text is designed by you the fans of Tolkien and TheOneRing.net!
GOTO: http://fan.theonering.net/index.shtml

-Shop.theonering.net- is THE place to find all your Tolkien items available
online! From Tolkien cards to weekly ebay items, you should keep clicking on
over to our shop section for all your Tolkien needs!
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