J.R.R. Tolkein - The Real Middle Earth
J.R.R. Tolkein - The Real Middle Earth : short review
J. R. R. Tolkein's trilogy 'The Lord of the Rings' has been transformed into a cinematographic masterpiece by New Zealand director Peter Jackson. The avalanche of Oscars that followed, put the man and his country well and truly on the international screen. In this documentary, television presenter Jim Hickey talks to fellow countryman Peter Jackson about the challenges and vision required to make the trilogy. As well as the huge logistical problems of filming and set building in pristine rugged mountain country, Peter talks candidly about the efforts and enterprise of the New Zealanders who worked behind the scenes. There were thousands of them, from the housewives who became little Hobbits, to the carpenters and designers who built the sets. Meet some of those who worked behind the cameras - including the Nelson ring maker who fashioned 'the one ring', and the high country musterers who rode as flag bearers in the King's army. Hear from the caterer about the huge challenge of feeding thousands high in the mountains, and the NZ Army soldiers who were transformed into fierce Orcs and Uruk-Hai. As for the brewer, the owner of Hobbiton, the helicopter pilots and jetboat drivers, they have their own stories to tell. And there's the brilliant calligrapher, who designed the distinctive Elvish style for Bilbo Baggins' book, the Hobbits' fireworks and the myriad of maps depicting Middle Earth. Enjoy this unique look at 'Kiwis' - New Zealanders who live and work in 'The Real Middle Earth'.
Based on the book by John Grisham. Rudy Baylor is a young idealistic attorney takes on the case of a lifetime but soon finds himself in over his head with an army of legal sharks opposing him. The only person helping Rudy is a feisty paralawyer who specialises in flunking the bar exam. The odds seem stacked against Rudy as he uncovers a trail of corruption and the only way he can win his case is if someone is prepared to tell the truth.
Stanley Baker plays Inspector Martineau who is intent on cleaning up the streets of Manchester. A man he put in prison 14 years ago kills a prison warden and breaks out of jail. Martineau is determined to recapture him.
Five films. Breakfast At Tiffany's - Country girl Holly Golightly comes to town and blossoms into a zany, modern day Cinderella enjoying fun, freedom and romance with some wealthy gentleman callers in the Big Apple. Bubbly adaptation of Truman Capote's novel with the unforgettable 'Moon River' winning Henry Mancini one of his two Oscars (R) for Best Score and Song. Hepburn was nominated Best Actress of 1961. Roman Holiday - Sneaking away from strict protocol, a rebellious young Princess explores Rome alone and is caught up in a whirlwind romance with a dashing American journalist. One of the most enjoyable screen romances of all time, nominated for an incredible 10 Oscars (R), with Hepburn winning Best Actress of 1953 in what she later said was her favourite of all her films. Paris When It Sizzles - Hollywood producer Alexander Meyerheimer has hired writer Richard Benson to write his latest movie. Benson has been holed up in a Paris apartment supposedly working on the script for months, but instead has spent the time living it up so hires Audrey Hepburn as his secretary to help him dream up a great plot. Sabrina Fair - The story of the Larrabee brothers of Long Island, one all work and the other all play. Sabrina is the daughter of the family chauffeur who returns after a stay in Paris, all grown up and glamorous and the brothers both fall under her spell. Funny Face - Fred Astaire transforms Audrey Hepburn into a model in this stylish musical. Astaire's dancing and Hepburn's acting skills make this a supremely entertaining film with great music from Gershwin and songs which include classics like 'How Long Has This Been Goin' On', 'Clap Your Hands', 'S'Wonderful' and more.
Behind the sparkle of the big top lies a terrifying truth of murder and corruption... When a robbery near London's tower bridge turns sour and one of the bandits ends up dead in Barberini's Circus, it's only a matter of time before the stolen money is traced to the big top. When another body turns up, this time the knife thrower's glamorous assistant Gina (Margaret Lee), Scotland Yard soon puts Inspector Elliot (Leo Genn) on the case. Panic spreads through the circus as they realise that they have a murderer somewhere in their midst. The masked lion tamer Gregor (Christopher Lee), a jealous knife thrower and a blackmailing dwarf all become suspects in this chilling story of murder, blackmail, deceit and hate.
Wayne has a dream that he will put on a rock concert and call it Waynestock. Meanwhile Wayne's girlfriend looks as though she falling for Walken, a slimeball record producer. With a few suprise superstars Wayne's World 2 is back again to make you laugh and cry.
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