Will go see the Lord of the Rings prequel, The Hobbit, if Peter Jackson does NOT direct it?

Question

(This stems from the current article on Yahoo! found here: http://news.yahoo.com/s/eonline/20070111/en_movies_eo/d1f45be38812_4842_a8ba_17681258dea9 )

I've posted this question because I know I loved the first 3 movies and am afraid, with a new director, that the continuity will not be there, as it was Peter Jackson's vision that made those books real and brought them to life, after everyone said it couldn't be done well enough to do justice for the classic novels. I will probably not go see it in the theatres unless I have substantial proof that it looks as incredible as the 3 LOTR movies. (And it's okay if this stuff freaks you out :) I'm sure things you do might freak me out too! LOL J/k P I M P)

Answer 1

While I appreciate Peter Jackson for what he did and doubt someone could even come close to recreating those movies, I am more of a fan of the books and the story than a fan of Jackson, so yes, while I wish they would resolve that arguement and Mr. Jackson could continue this last movie, I would still regardless, see The Hobbit, no matter who directs it. And I would probably see it the first night it is out.

Answer 2

It was always considered to be impossible to bring LOTR to life as a movie. Just to big and to difficult. I honestly believe that it was done by some one who truly loved the books and understood the underlying concepts. That's what made it work. If the direct is some guy reading the cliff notes version and doing his own thing, it will be rubbish. Will I go see it? Not sure. Will have to get a better 'feel' for the production first

Answer 3

no probably not...i mean if another director takes on this project, fans are bound to realize the changes or differences in the way the hobbit is being directed from another perspective. fans will just know that certain scenes or characters will not be portrayed in the way that Peter J would have them shown. everybody is use to his direction as far as this trilogy is concerned. and i would NOT go see it in theatres because Peter J does DESERVE a raise i mean that studio has made sooo much money off of those LOTR movies, that they should just break down and pay HIM!

Answer 4

i does no longer say that i'm outraged, yet i'm disillusioned. that's a shame that the full factor has to end like that. it quite is not approximately his ability to direct or how they want the action picture to be made. that's some dispute over payouts for Fellowship of the hoop. Now the action picture would be crap via fact they are able to't agree on something completely separate!

Answer 5

I really like the book, but I'll wait to see who direct it before I'll go and see it... And maybe I'll wait to have some feedback too.

But I'm sure that the director will know that he must do something very good after Peter Jackson, so he'll be careful.

Answer 6

The fellowship I watched 4 times in theater. Regarding the hobbit, there are other good movies not made by Jackson. I'd give it a try. At worst I am disappointed. But I am looking forward to its realization.

Answer 7

I would rather be hit in the face with a brick than watch that fairy wizard nonsense. Its just not my bag baby! I was never into star trek, dungeons and dragons, or magic cards. People that are into this kind of stuff freak me out. No offense to you of course!

Answer 8

I think this is all postering and all will come to an agree ment of sorts.

This kind of mindset went on with Disney and Pixar and look what happened with that

Answer 9

I'll boycott it all the way.

Regardless of what he got paid, he is entitled to whatever his contract said and it sounds like the studio tried to screw him over. Think of all the merchandise as well as the money from the films that was sold.

Answer 10

No I wouldn't because I didn't like the book. I thought it was extremely boring.