The Rings of Power are not the great success that they expected on Prime Video, but The Lord of the Rings still has a strong pull. This is demonstrated by the fact that Warner Bros. is producing new movies of The Lord of the Rings and it doesn’t take long for a new adaptation to be announced. That’s why it shouldn’t surprise us that the holy grail of Tolkien adaptations is always on everyone’s mind. A work that everyone wants to possess, but no one can touch: The Silmarillion. A child that does not want anyone to touch the work of […]
The Rings of Power are not the great success that was expected on Prime Video, but The Lord of the Rings still has a strong appeal. This is evidenced by Warner Bros. producing new films of The Lord of the Rings, and it doesn’t take long for a new adaptation to be announced.
That’s why it shouldn’t surprise us that the holy grail of Tolkien adaptations is always on everyone’s mind. A work that everyone wants to possess, but no one can touch: The Silmarillion.
A son who does not want his father’s work to be touched
The reason for this is that the Tolkien Society has been adamant for years: they will not allow it to be adapted. It is a work that is too particular, too complex, and they do not see it as suitable for adaptation. Something that could well change in the future.
According to Peter Jackson, director of the original The Lord of the Rings films, “there are many more writings by Tolkien that would be great to turn into movies, edited and published later by Christopher, but he simply did not allow any… the mere idea of a film adaptation.”
But the important thing is that “Christopher passed away not long ago, well, about two or three years ago —he left us in 2020—, and the younger Tolkiens, this new generation that now leads the heritage,are much more open to talking“.
Among those texts that he did not allow the idea of adapting is the Silmarillion. In fact, Christopher was a well-known detractor of the work that Jackson did in the films, even declaring that they had destroyed the books and disrespected his father’s work. Something that has made the possibility of new adaptations difficult over the years.
This does not mean that we are close to seeing a movie of The Silmarillion. Not even that it is in development. But it does mean that there is now a possibility that, in the future, we may see a movie of the author’s most mythical and complex book. If the Tolkien Society decides that it is a good idea.
If you’re a bit of a fan of American television, you surely know Stephen Colbert. Since his meteoric rise 20 years ago thanks to The Colbert Report until now, the host has more than earned his name to be inscribed in gold letters in the pantheon of political entertainment… And now he also intends to do so in Middle-earth. In case you’re wondering, yes, all of this has been more than discussed with Peter Jackson. A sequel to rule them all At the Cannes Film Festival, Peter Jackson explained what happened: “He called me a year ago, before […]
If you’re a bit of a fan of American television, you surely know Stephen Colbert. Since his meteoric rise 20 years ago thanks to The Colbert Report until now, the host has more than earned his name to be inscribed in golden letters in the pantheon of political entertainment… And now he also intends to do it in Middle-earth. In case you’re wondering, yes, all of this has been more than discussed with Peter Jackson.
A sequel to rule them all
At the Cannes Film Festival, Peter Jackson explained what happened: “He called me a year ago, before I knew his show was going to end, and said ‘I don’t know if you’re interested, but I have an idea for a Tolkien movie based on the books that I think would be really good‘”. It should be noted that the host is a big fan of the saga. So much so that he appears in The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug alongside his wife and two children in a small cameo.
And what is the biggest dream for Tolkien fans? Indeed, to demonstrate everything they know about The Lord of the Rings by creating a derivative work themselves. In Colbert’s case, they have been working on the project for a year and everything indicates that it is moving forward, especially after his show was canceled. Unfair, yes, but an undeniable advantage for Jackson.
“I think Steven is really happy. I think it helped him process something so surprising. So I thought, okay, one day he will be a talk show host, and the next a Tolkien screenwriter.” For now, we only know that the movie is about Sam, Merry, and Pippin retracing the path of The Lord of the Rings 14 years later while Sam’s daughter discovers a secret and decides to find out why they almost lost the War of the Ring before it even started. As far as I’m concerned, we can skip the Gollum movie and go straight to this one; I don’t know how you all see it.
Fifteen years ago, we were promised time and again that The Adventures of Tintin, directed by Steven Spielberg, would be the first of a trilogy whose second film would be led by Peter Jackson. And perhaps it didn’t earn what was expected (374 million dollars), but it wasn’t such a terrible result as to keep us all waiting for that sequel for so long. Now, finally, the director of The Lord of the Rings has started working on the script. With calm, you know? The Tintin of money If recently […]
Fifteen years ago, we were promised time and again that The Adventures of Tintin, directed by Steven Spielberg, would be the first of a trilogy, with the second film to be led by Peter Jackson. And while it may not have grossed what was expected ($374 million), it wasn’t such a terrible result as to keep us all waiting for that sequel for so long. Now, at last, the director of The Lord of the Rings has gotten to work on writing the script. With calm, you know?
The Tinkling of Money
If recently the director said he wanted to make this new adaptation, now he has finally dived into writing, as he declared at the Cannes festival: “I have been working with Fran on another Tintin script, I was writing in the hotel room. It’s a real and active thing, I’m going back to the world of Tintin and, in fact, I love it“. For loving it so much, you sure took your time, huh, Peter?
This is not the only project he is preparing: apparently, he wants to make a movie about Operation Chastise, an attack on German dams during World War II: “The true story is much more interesting than the movie made in 1955 on this subject. Much of this technology was highly classified and could not be revealed back then. It is an incredible story about invention and problem-solving to achieve a goal“. Well, he hasn’t picked up a camera in 11 years, at this point we are just hoping he doesn’t use AI for everything, right?
Well no: “I don’t dislike AI at all, for me it’s a special effect. The only critical thing is that you don’t use it to replace an actor or someone without their approval. Just like you can’t adapt a book that someone has written without having the rights”. Please, Peter, don’t turn Tintin into Frutinovelas. It’s not too much to ask.
Billie Eilish is one of the great musical phenomena of our time. Whether you like it or not, she has the ability to fill stadiums and mobilize an obscene amount of people. She is a pop star, she knows it, and that means she can work with the best. Even in other fields of art. That is why Billie Eilish – Hit Me Hard and Soft: The Tour (Live in 3D) is now premiering in theaters, a concert directed and produced by James Cameron. But this is not the first nor will it be the last of the concert films that have […]
Billie Eilish is one of the great musical phenomena of our time. Whether you like it or not, she has the ability to fill stadiums and mobilize an obscene amount of people. She is a pop star, she knows it, and that means she can work with the best. Even in other fields of art.
That’s why Billie Eilish – Hit Me Hard and Soft: The Tour (Live in 3D) is now premiering in theaters, a concert directed and produced by James Cameron. But this is neither the first nor will it be the last of the concert films that have existed throughout history. It is a genre in itself, by now, and one that is very well cultivated with some of the most interesting milestones. That’s why we are going to take a small exploration of how it has evolved over time through five of its greatest milestones. The five concert films you must see if you have never seen one and want to
Duran Duran: Unstaged
If we talk about a tremendously popular musician calling on a revered artist to record their concert, Duran Duran: Unstaged is probably the closest we can find to Billie Eilish – Hit Me Hard and Soft: The Tour (Live in 3D). Because this concert directed by David Lynch is everything we could expect from Duran Duran, including being tremendously 80s, and everything we love about the late David Lynch, as surreal and obsessed with aesthetics as he was. A fascinating concert like an impossible clash of worlds that remains a true delight to watch.
Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour
Leaving out the biggest event-movie of, probably, history, would be a mistake. The Eras Tour has been more than just a concert film: it has been a social phenomenon. Popularizing the sing along, drawing fans to theaters when they were down, and demonstrating the ability of what is, indisputably, the biggest pop star of our time, this is an important film. Perhaps not for its artistic merits, but certainly for its reach and its circumstances. Which is something to appreciate.
Adventure In Music
Although today it might not be considered a concert film as such, Adventure in Music can be seen as the pioneer of this type of movie. Released in 1944, it caused a stir because it had no plot and was essentially a concert of different composers, both classical and contemporary, in front of a camera. Although it was not well received by critics at the time and its director, Reinald LeBorg, claimed it was not worth considering for serious analysis, the reality is that this is where it all began. And it is indeed worth doing serious analyses of this classic.
The Beatles: Get Back – The Rooftop Concert
Probably the most famous concert in history is The Beatles’ performance on the rooftop of Savile Row in London. This is the recording of it, remastered, recolored, and, through all the found archival footage, recontextualized as much as possible by Peter Jackson. An absolute delight preserved for the ages that shows why The Beatles were unique geniuses like no others we will have.
Stop Making Sense
The most celebrated and beloved concert film of all time, directed by the director of The Silence of the Lambs, is a 1984 concert by David Byrne. A pioneer in the use of digital audio techniques, but also with a spectacular concert and superb filming, it is one of those must-see films for anyone who considers themselves a cinephile. Even those who are not fans of Byrne or Demme. Because although concert films are a very particular genre, that does not mean they have not left a mark on the history of cinema.
The movie The Adventures of Tintin, which celebrated its 15th anniversary since its release, is still considered an excellent adaptation of the iconic character created by Hergé. Despite the years that have passed since its launch, the anticipation for a sequel remains alive among fans, who are waiting for news about the return of this artistic collaboration between Steven Spielberg and Peter Jackson. The return of Tintin Recently, during a conversation with Collider, Andy Serkis, who voiced Captain Haddock in The Secret of the Unicorn, assured that Peter Jackson is still working on the sequel to the film. Serkis emphasized that […]
The movie The Adventures of Tintin, which celebrated its 15th anniversary since its release, is still considered an excellent adaptation of the iconic character created by Hergé. Even though years have passed since its launch, the anticipation for a sequel remains alive among fans, who are waiting for news about the return of this artistic collaboration between Steven Spielberg and Peter Jackson.
The Return of Tintin
Recently, during a conversation with Collider, Andy Serkis, who voiced Captain Haddock in The Adventures of Tintin, assured that Peter Jackson is still working on the sequel to the film. Serkis emphasized that the project is still alive and that it is one of the priorities for the acclaimed New Zealand director, despite the constant information blackout that has surrounded the project over the years.
Since the conclusion of The Hobbit trilogy, Jackson has been more focused on the documentary realm, with notable works such as They Shall Not Grow Old and the miniseries The Beatles: Get Back. This has left fictional storytelling in the background, raising curiosity about when he will dive back into fiction. On the other hand, Serkis has been very active, directing and acting in adaptations like Animal Farm and participating in the production of The Lord of the Rings: The Hunt for Gollum.
Additionally, Serkis has confirmed his desire to return as Alfred Pennyworth in The Batman: Part II, subject to coordinating his filming schedule. According to his words, “we’re working on it, but I think it looks good”. With so many projects in the air, both Serkis and Jackson continue to capture the attention of the public and fans of fantasy cinema.
Middle-earth is preparing for a new cinematic adventure with the announcement of a film developed by Peter Jackson and Stephen Colbert, a known fan of J.R.R. Tolkien’s work. Warner Bros. has confirmed this project, which aims to expand the universe of The Lord of the Rings by exploring events not adapted in the original trilogy. A film not based on any particular book The film, provisionally titled The Lord of the Rings: Shadows of the Past, will focus on episodes from The Fellowship of the Ring that were left out of the 2001 adaptation. In particular, Colbert has […]
Warner Bros. has confirmed this project, which aims to expand the universe of The Lord of the Rings by exploring events not adapted in the original trilogy.
A movie not based on any particular book
The film, provisionally titled The Lord of the Rings: Shadows of the Past, will focus on episodes from The Fellowship of the Ring that were left out of the 2001 adaptation. In particular, Colbert has highlighted that the narrative will be inspired by the chapters between Three is Company and Fog on the Barrow-downs, considered essential for understanding the essence of Tolkien.
With the involvement of Philippa Boyens, who played a crucial role in the Oscar-winning trilogy, the project promises to maintain a stylistic and narrative coherence with the previous films. Boyens, along with screenwriter Peter McGee, Colbert’s son, will bring a balance between the freshness of new voices and the established experience of the original team. Jackson, who introduced the project in an official video, will also be closely involved in its development.
The story is set fourteen years after Frodo’s death, where iconic characters like Sam, Merry, and Pippin embark on an adventure that reveals secrets from the past. This approach reflects the trend in the industry of telling stories with the passion of their creators, which promises to attract both old fans and new audiences. The combination of nostalgic elements and the exploration of new angles of the literary material heralds an interesting project that moves away from typical reboots or conventional sequels.
In addition, it is estimated that this premiere will arrive after The Hunt for Gollum, suggesting that Warner Bros. is building a new cycle of productions around the franchise.This new venture into Middle-earth is a demonstration of the creative potential that remains in the world of Tolkien, reaffirming its relevance in the cinematic field.
It has been more than ten years since Peter Jackson, the acclaimed director of the Lord of the Rings trilogy, has stepped behind the camera to direct a fiction film. This notable absence has generated speculation about the reasons behind his decision to step away from fiction cinema. Some rumors suggest that Jackson may have made a personal promise to direct only a limited number of films, something reminiscent of Quentin Tarantino’s famous statement. The death of a close friend has affected him greatly However, the truth seems to be more complex and […]
It has been more than ten years since Peter Jackson, the acclaimed director of the Lord of the Rings trilogy, has stepped behind the camera to direct a fiction film. This notable absence has generated speculation about the reasons behind his decision to step away from fiction cinema. Some rumors suggest that Jackson may have made a personal promise to direct only a limited number of films, something reminiscent of Quentin Tarantino’s famous statement.
The death of a close friend has affected him a lot
However, the truth seems to be more complex and melancholic. In various interviews, Jackson has shared that the death of his friend and cinematographer, Andrew Lesnie, in 2015, had a significant emotional impact on his life and career. Lesnie, known for his work on Babe and whose collaboration had just begun with the filmmaker on the Tolkien trilogy, became a crucial figure during the production of his projects, which seems to have influenced Jackson’s decision not to return to directing.
Despite these challenges, the flame of creativity remains alive in Jackson. Since 2025, he has been working on three new scripts, suggesting the possibility of a return to directing. However, for now, his role as producer has been confirmed for the highly anticipated film The Hunt for Gollum, scheduled to be released on December 17, 2027, with Andy Serkis directing and a cast yet to be announced.
In addition to this project, Jackson has contributed his talent as a producer on several successful films, including District 9, The Adventures of Tintin, and more recently in Mortal Engines and the documentary The Beatles: Get Back. The anticipation among fans remains high, as many long to see Jackson behind the camera again, possibly with a new installment in the universe of The Lord of the Rings.
In a recent appearance on the Team Deakins podcast, actress Kate Winslet recalled her film debut in Heavenly Creatures, an acclaimed movie directed by Peter Jackson in 1994. The film tells the story of two teenagers, played by Winslet and Melanie Lynskey, who develop an obsessive and dangerous friendship that leads them in unexpected and dramatic directions. Based on real experiences During the conversation, Winslet reflected on how she managed to connect with her character, Juliet. When asked what part of herself she had incorporated into this role, Winslet revealed that she had poured a lot of her own […]
In a recent appearance on the Team Deakins podcast, actress Kate Winslet recalled her film debut with Heavenly Creatures, an acclaimed movie directed by Peter Jackson in 1994. The film tells the story of two teenagers, played by Winslet and Melanie Lynskey, who develop an obsessive and dangerous friendship that leads them to unexpected and dramatic directions.
Based on real experiences
During the conversation, Winslet reflected on how she managed to connect with her character, Juliet. When asked what part of herself she had incorporated into this role, Winslet revealed that she had poured a lot of her own experiences and emotions into the performance. In fact, the actress has confessed that some of her first intimate experiences in adolescence were with girls.
Heavenly Creatures not only marked the beginning of Winslet’s film career, but it also presented a narrative that explored the dangers of youthful love and the creation of fantasy worlds. As the protagonists delve deeper into their obsession, the line between reality and imagination becomes a central element of the story.
Winslet concluded her participation in the podcast by talking about the impact that Heavenly Creatures had on her life and career, as well as the emotional depth she was able to explore through her character.
The remake of King Kong made by Peter Jackson in 2005 unleashed widespread enthusiasm, especially after his success with the Lord of the Rings trilogy. The expectation of reviving a classic story with modern technology and careful cinematic execution captured the audience’s attention, who were eager to see the iconic narrative from a new perspective. A most charming monkey Although Jackson managed to respect the elements that made the original 1933 film beloved, his version also presents a contemporary approach that invites reflection. Unfortunately, the omission of discussions about racism […]
The remake of King Kong directed by Peter Jackson in 2005 sparked widespread enthusiasm, especially after his success with the Lord of the Rings trilogy. The expectation of reviving a classic story with modern technology and careful cinematic execution captured the audience’s attention, who were eager to see the iconic narrative from a new perspective.
A most charming monkey
Although Jackson managed to respect the elements that made the original 1933 film beloved, his version also presents a contemporary approach that invites reflection. Unfortunately, the omission of discussions about the racism present in the original work is a notable aspect. While the 1933 version has been criticized for its disturbing racial representations, the remake reapproves the narrative with a script more focused on the development of human characters, offering more complete stories and narrative arcs.
In particular, the character of Ann Darrow, played by Naomi Watts, transforms from a simple damsel into an empowered figure who establishes a symbiotic relationship with Kong. This dynamic moves away from the representation of sexuality and violence of the original, creating an emotional bond between her and the gigantic ape. Additionally, the character of Carl Denham, in the 2005 version played by Jack Black, is portrayed as an unethical film director, which underscores a critique of the problematic practices of the film industry.
Since its premiere, King Kong has maintained its popularity and has significantly influenced cinema and pop culture, a testament to how monster stories can resonate across generations. As rumors of new adaptations and reinterpretations circulate, it is evident that the legacy of this iconic film remains alive.
If we wanted to talk about the most emblematic group in history, there wouldn’t even be a discussion. It doesn’t matter how much we wanted to debate it, how many buts we wanted to put in, or how much we wanted to contextualize it depending on the era, the country, or the genre, there is only one answer. One single group has generated the kind of cult around it that continues to be documented even today, not only in its country but all over the planet, to the point of becoming an adjective. And that group is The Beatles. Beatlemania is eternal. There will always be a new generation that discovers them and becomes obsessed with them. And there are […]
If we wanted to talk about the most emblematic group in history, there wouldn’t even be a discussion. It doesn’t matter how much we want to debate it, how many buts we want to put in, or how much we want to contextualize it depending on the era, the country, or the genre, there is only one answer. One single group has generated the kind of cult around it that continues to be documented even today, not only in its country but all over the planet, to the point of becoming an adjective. And that group is The Beatles.
Beatlemania is eternal. There will always be a new generation that discovers them and becomes obsessed with them. And there are good reasons for that. Excellent albums, a great stylistic and lyrical variety among their songs, the marked personality of its members, and all the history that surrounds them. Simply put, there is no way it won’t happen.
A group that there are always reasons to return to
That’s why, although we recently received Get Back from Peter Jackson, which reinterpreted the documentary Let It Be, Netflix is now bringing back one of the essential pieces of Beatles history. Or to be exact, one of the fundamental pieces of documentation about the group. Because The Beatles Anthology, an 8-episode series about the history of the group, is considered the definitive documentary about the band.
Why? To begin with, because it is narrated by three of its four protagonists: narrated by McCartney, Harrison, and Starr. The great absentee, Lennon, is not because he didn’t want to appear, but because he couldn’t do so: this series originally premiered in November 1995, directed by Geoff Wontor and Bob Smeaton, for British and American television. Making it impossible for Lennon to be present, who was murdered fifteen years earlier.
With nine hours of content, the series tells the official story of the Beatles from the band’s own perspective. From July 1940 until the band’s end in 1970, they speak candidly about everything that happened to them with deep and valuable detail for both longtime fans and newcomers.
In addition, this new version of Disney+ will offer reasons for those who have already seen the series to watch it again. And not just because Beatles fans can never get enough of the Beatles in their lives. What they will provide is a remastered version of the series, but also a ninth episode where the three surviving Beatles at the time can be seen working on the anthology and reflecting on their time in the Beatles, serving as a final capstone for a monumental work that is already considered legendary.
Since Harrison passed away in 2001, these are some of the last images that exist of him alive. And since they came together to record an unreleased Lennon song, Free Bird, this ninth episode promises to offer something that no self-respecting Beatles fan will want to miss.
With a premiere on November 26, The Beatles Anthology promises to create a new wave of Beatlemania. And for good reason. It is a group that was bigger than Jesus and even today, it is the most famous group on the planet, of which everyone has heard at least one song and of which there is no one who does not have an opinion. Some people, even, for the worse. But that is the magic of The Beatles. There is an album of theirs for everyone, even if it is one that you hate. And as long as new generations exist, there will continue to be new people to inoculate with this Beatlemania.
