The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey press conference

The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey press conference

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A busy old day down in Wellington as we head to the world premiere of The Hobbit: An UInexpected Journey a little later.

Just a quick chance to share some pictures from the Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey press conference with you:

Don't forget to head back here at 3.50pm for the Live stream from the red carpet.

 

 

The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey World Premiere Red Carpet show

The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey World Premiere - Live from the red carpet

It's finally here - the day of the world premiere of The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey.

READ THE HOBBIT AN UNEXPECTED JOURNEY MOVIE REVIEW HERE!

 And we're bringing you the live footage from the red carpet today. Included in this will be a live performance by Neil Finn, who will sing "Song of the Lonely Mountain" from the official Hobbit soundtrack.

Key cast are expected on the carpet too - which all kicks off from 3.50pm NZT.

In attendance will be Martin Freeman, Richard Armitage, Hugo Weaving, Cate Blanchett, Elijah Wood, Andy Serkis, the Company of Dwarves and Hobbit director Peter Jackson.

2) *Event timings:

3:50 pm NZDT – Show Opening  / Welcome

4:00 pm NZDT – Neil Finn Performance (*set includes a performance of “Song of the Lonely Mountain” from the official soundtrack)

4:30 pm NZDT – Talent arrivals, red carpet interviews & crowd interaction

6:30 pm NZDT - Official Speeches

7:00 pm NZDT – End of Show

 **PLEASE NOTE: These event timings are approximate.

But, because, sometimes it takes a little longer to write these blog posts, I will be posting via Twitter - and you can keep up with my tweets from everything to do with the Hobbit premiere below -

So, join the world premiere for The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey right here!

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The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey Photocall

The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey Photocall

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 With the majority of the cast flying into Wellington today, here's a series of shots of the Hobbit : An Unexpected Journey cast for you to enjoy ahead of the World Premiere of The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey on Wednesday, November 28th!

Cast includes the likes of Martin Freeman, Aiden Turner, Richard Armitage, Sylvester McCoy, Peter Jackson, Royd Tolkein,Elijah Wood and Andy Serkis in attendance:

The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey - World Premiere - 1 Day to Go

The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey - World Premiere - 1 Day to Go

With one day to go until the world premiere of The Hobbit:An Unexpected Journey, the remaining cast members have flown into the capital for the party.

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Here's pictures from the photocall today with the likes of Martin Freeman, Aiden Turner, Richard Armitage, Sylvester McCoy, Peter Jackson,  Royd Tolkein,Elijah Wood and Andy Serkis in attendance:

More pictures from Wellington for The Hobbit premiere

More pictures from Wellington for The Hobbit premiere

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Here's some more shots from around Wellington for the Hobbit world premiere which is now less than 45 hours away...

The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey - 2 days to go

The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey - 2 days to go

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We're gearing up for a world premiere of The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey in Wellington.

I'll be live tweeting as much as I can from the event, the red carpet and various events - so follow me at http://www.twitter.com/geekboy73 or keep up with my latest tweets below!

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Arthur Christmas: Blu Ray Review

Arthur Christmas: Blu Ray Review

Rating: PG
Released by Sony Home Entertainment

Ah, Christmas.

A time of strained tensions, screaming kids and festive goodwill to all. That and Christmas-themed movies.

Add to that list, the latest from Aardman Animations, a computer generated tale about James McAvoy's Arthur Christmas, the second son of Father Christmas (Jim Broadbent). Arthur's job at the North Pole is to reply to the letters sent by the kids asking Santa for presents - whereas his older brother Steve (House's Hugh Laurie) is there to co-ordinate the elves as they deliver billions of presents in one night.

But this Christmas, something goes a little awry and one present's left undelivered. As far as Steve and Santa are concerned, it's no major but Arthur's unhappy that one kid, in Cornwall in the UK, will miss out on the magic of Christmas if they don't get their new bike.

So, along with the retired GrandSanta (Nighy), Arthur sets out to ensure this Christmas won't be ruined. But the adventure of a lifetime is a little more than the worrywart Arthur expected.
Arthur Christmas is a bright, joyous, festive treat which will keep the kids happy during the up-coming break. But there's also just enough to keep the adults amused too with a script that's smart in scattered places (one kid writes to Santa: "If you live in the North Pole, how come I can't see your house on Google maps?").

McAvoy brings a weediness to his Arthur which contrasts nicely with Laurie's efficient Steve and Broadbent's been in the job too long Santa. Nighy is amusing as GrandSanta and there's a nice running theme about different generations and expectations as well as a sarcastic vein pumping through.

But for every sentimental moment within Arthur Christmas, there's an equal moment of sheer lunacy which gives the film a slightly unpredictable feel which is very welcome amid the usual festive schmaltz. There's also a sign Aardman's taking on Pixar with a nod to one of its other characters contained subtly within as well - fans of animation will be delighted by that.

Arthur Christmas is to be enjoyed; with the magic of Christmas in its heart and a fair few ho ho hos, it's certainly something that will remind you of the joys of the holiday.

Extras: Behind the scenes music video, doco, recruitment video

Rating: