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The Costume Designers Guild announced their nominations for the 16th Annual Costume Designers Guild Awards today, and it will come as no surprise that The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug earned a nomination in the […]
Middle-earth News: Many fans are anxious to see Hobbit cast members in other films or plays. What current projects are you involved in and are there any we can look forward to in the future? […]
Middle-earth News: How do you make your choices of what projects and roles to play? And when you choose, how do you prepare for a role? Where do you start? Mark Hadlow: Work is a priority. […]
Middle-earth News: What was the first film that you can remember seeing that made you want to be an actor? Which character? Mark Hadlow: There are so many good films but ones that stand out were […]
Middle-earth News: There are so many fantastic scene locations in The Hobbit films. Is there a particular set location you would love to revisit, and if so, why? Mark Hadlow: The Hobbit is shot in New […]
Middle-earth News: Film sets can be busy places! How do you stay in the moment? Do you have any tricks or games you play that help you stay fresh and spontaneous, in the moment when on […]
Middle-earth News: There are always those scenes that are difficult to film. Was there a particular scene in The Hobbit films that you’re glad you’ll never have to repeat? Mark Hadlow: I am glad I don’t […]
Middle-earth News: Which dwarf would you say spends the most time on their hair? Nori’s style is very intricate, but Dori has so many braids! Mark Hadlow: Dori’s hair and beard is a masterpiece the platting […]
Middle-earth News: While filming The Lord of the Rings trilogy, members of the cast got matching tattoos. Has The Hobbit cast done the same and can you reveal what it is? If not, what do you […]
Middle-earth News: In The Hobbit book, Dori plays the flute. Was there ever a time when flute playing was in the script, and if so, how hard was it to play with prosthetic hands? Did you […]
