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Galactus
06-24-2005, 11:39 AM
Hungarian site Moziplussz.hu has sent ComingSoon.net an update on 20th Century Fox's Eragon, based on the Christopher Paolini-penned bestselling fantasy novel. Stefen Fangmeier will direct the film, coming to theaters on June 16, 2006.
Steven Spielberg's upcoming 1972 Munich Olympics movie Vengeance won't be the only big-budget American production in Hungary this summer. Eragon, a fantasy-adventure based on Christopher Paolini's bestselling book will start filming in late July in the Mafilm Studio in Fót, Hungary (near Budapest). The movie has an estimated budget of $100 million, and it is set for a June 2006 release.
The Mafilm Fót Studios is the same place where Dinotopia: The Series, A Christmas Carol: The Musical and this year's Copying Beethoven was shot.
Dragon-themed movies are often shot in Central/East Europe: Dungeons & Dragons was shot in the Czech Republic, Dragonheart and it's sequel Dragonheart: A New Beginning was made in Slovakia, while Dragon Storm (a 2004 tv-movie) was shot in Bulgaria.
Fót Film Studios is not the only location for this film. This is the other place where the film will be shot, Ság Hill, which is located at the West side of Hungary. There will be a village, a waterfall etc.
Additional pictures can be found here. The medieval-set tale revolves around a farm boy who learns he is the last of a breed of benevolent Dragon Riders, whose magical powers derived from their bond with the beasts.
green
06-24-2005, 12:31 PM
Heh, Im reading this book now, I didnt even know they were making a movie about it.
Hopefully it will be good.
Backdrifter
06-24-2005, 01:02 PM
The books sucks. I hope they make the movie good.
theJust
06-24-2005, 04:14 PM
i swear now a days u guys wont read a book unless they are making a movie about it
Hunter Rider
07-15-2005, 08:10 AM
http://www.comingsoon.net/news/topnews.php?id=10386
Eragon to Start Filming August 1st
Source: 20th Century Fox
July 15, 2005
http://comingsoon.net/nextraimages/eragonstart.jpg
Fox 2000 Pictures begins production August 1st in Budapest, Hungary, on the epic fantasy adventure Eragon (http://www.comingsoon.net/films.php?id=9175) based on the best-selling novel by Christopher Paolini. Twentieth Century Fox releases Eragon (http://www.comingsoon.net/films.php?id=9175) June 16th, 2006.
Following a worldwide casting search, which rivaled the hunt for a cinematic "Harry Potter (http://www.comingsoon.net/news/topnews.php?id=10386#)," and included hundreds of auditions and dozens of screen tests, newcomer Ed Speleers has landed the title role - a young man whose destiny is revealed when he learns he is part of an elite troop of Dragon Riders. Eragon is swept into a world of magic and power, discovering that he can save - or destroy - an Empire.
Deals are being finalized for Academy Award® winner Jeremy Irons, and Oscar® nominees John Malkovich and Djimon Hounsou to take on key roles. Casting on the female lead, 'Arya', will soon be announced.
Eragon (http://www.comingsoon.net/films.php?id=9175) is directed by Stefen Fangmeier, one of the industry's true visual effects genius'. During his tenure at the renowned effects house Industrial Light & Magic, Fangmeier supervised films such as Saving Private Ryan (http://www.comingsoon.net/news/topnews.php?id=10386#), Twister, The Perfect Storm (http://www.comingsoon.net/news/topnews.php?id=10386#) and Master and Commander (http://www.comingsoon.net/news/topnews.php?id=10386#): The Far Side of the World. He is a three-time BAFTA Award winner, and has been Oscar-nominated four times.
George Lucas (http://www.comingsoon.net/news/topnews.php?id=10386#), for whom Fangmeier worked for 15 years at ILM, commented: "Stefen invested a good part of his life into creating state-of-the-art visual effects at ILM. His effects work always supported story and characters, and that will serve him very well on 'Eragon'."
The novel "Eragon" is a publishing sensation, selling over one million copies in only six months in 2003. "Eragon" spent 87 consecutive weeks on The New York Times Bestseller List, and 21 consecutive months on Publisher's Weekly Young Adult Fiction Bestseller List, including nine months at #1. The novel came out in paperback in May and again shot to the top of both The New York Times and Publisher's Weekly charts and has been published in 37 countries. In total over two million copies are in print.
"Eragon" is the first novel of a trilogy. The second book, Eldest, will be published in the U.S. and Canada on August 23rd with a first printing alone of one million copies.
Paolini's own story is a fantasy in itself. The first edition of "Eragon" was self- published by his family. The following year, Alfred A. Knopf published the novel worldwide, to huge acclaim.
Christopher Paolini says of his book becoming a feature film, "I originally conceived 'Eragon' as a movie. I saw the characters and action clearly in my mind. But since I didn't have the money to produce a film, I ended up writing the story as a book. I am thrilled to know that Fox is bringing my vision to life, capturing the spirit of the land of Alagaësia and its characters."
Christopher Paolini, now 21, grew up in Paradise Valley, Montana - his own real-life "middle earth," and a location which inspired much of the story's fantastic environments.
Eragon (http://www.comingsoon.net/films.php?id=9175) is produced by John Davis (I, Robot) and Wyck Godfrey.
Wilhelm-Scream
07-15-2005, 09:39 AM
I hate that dragon on the cover, looks like a MULE-dragon.
green
07-15-2005, 05:08 PM
Thanks for posting that update Hunter.....
Nice cast they are looking at. The article fails to mention that Paolini wrote the book when he was 15.
Galactus
10-01-2005, 12:39 AM
Looks like the movie have been moved from June to December next year
Ashlocke
10-01-2005, 12:41 AM
I didn't find the book that great. It was decent.
The Lumberjack
10-01-2005, 01:19 AM
Heh, Im reading this book now, I didnt even know they were making a movie about it.
Hopefully it will be good.
Same here.
Hunter Rider
10-21-2005, 04:58 PM
http://comingsoon.net/news/topnews.php?id=11658
Eragon Promo Reveals First Pictures
Source: Mustafa
October 21, 2005
Fansite Shur'tugal (http://www.shurtugal.com/) has scanned and posted a fold-out promo for 20th Century Fox's (http://comingsoon.net/news/topnews.php?id=11658#) Eragon (http://www.comingsoon.net/films.php?id=9175) that appeared in Variety on Thursday. In addition to the previously-seen images from the official website (http://www.eragonmovie.com/), the fold-out included an entire page of pictures of the cast members in character.
Directed by Stefen Fangmeier, the December 15, 2006 release stars Ed Speleers, John Malkovich (http://comingsoon.net/news/topnews.php?id=11658#), Jeremy Irons, Djimon Hounsou, Robert Carlyle, Sienna Guillory and Garrett Hedlund.
The film (http://comingsoon.net/news/topnews.php?id=11658#) is based on the Christopher Paolini-penned bestselling fantasy novel about a youth whose discovery of a dragon egg leads him to become a knight and battle an evil king. The medieval-set tale revolves around a farm boy who learns he is the last of a breed of benevolent Dragon Riders, whose magical powers derived from their bond with the beasts.
Click here (http://www.shurtugal.com/) to view the various scans.
Hunter Rider
10-21-2005, 05:06 PM
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terry78
10-21-2005, 05:12 PM
Haven't read the book, but will attempt to before this comes out.
Isildur´s Heir
10-21-2005, 05:27 PM
Malkovich looks menacing with that bald look and with the bear :up: :eek:
Obsidian
10-21-2005, 07:09 PM
Malkovich and Irons! They actually look like they fit the roles of Brom and Galboratrix
Backdrifter
10-22-2005, 01:19 PM
Not sure why Eragon has FROSTED TIPS?!?!
green
10-22-2005, 01:43 PM
Not sure why Eragon has FROSTED TIPS?!?!
That was the first thing I noticed, it's really silly. Hopefully it's just the lighting.
Dr.Fear
10-22-2005, 01:52 PM
i swear now a days u guys wont read a book unless they are making a movie about it
looking from the above posts, i agree:up:
lol they gave him frosted tips, lol I doubt thats lighting, hehe
The Lumberjack
10-22-2005, 01:54 PM
I really hope this movie turns out well. I'm in the middle of the book now and I'm loving it.
Da Docta
10-22-2005, 01:58 PM
Im on the second book....
green
10-22-2005, 01:59 PM
Has any one read Eldest yet? I keep meaning to pick it up but havent yet.
green
10-22-2005, 02:02 PM
Im on the second book....
And.....how is it?
Backdrifter
10-22-2005, 02:05 PM
That was the first thing I noticed, it's really silly. Hopefully it's just the lighting.
Even the way his hair is styled is disctracting... I mean how does a boy in a distant fantastical world of dragons and magic have frosted tips and wears his hair like an American high school boy?? :down:
Da Docta
10-22-2005, 02:09 PM
And.....how is it?
Ajihad was killed by Urgals and Murtagh was captured
green
10-22-2005, 02:11 PM
I mean how does a boy in a distant fantastical world of dragons and magic have frosted tips and wears his hair like an American high school boy?? :down:
Magic :confused:
Da Docta
10-22-2005, 02:16 PM
Oh yeah, and in Carvahall the Razac and some soldiers attack Roran's village.
green
10-22-2005, 02:21 PM
Oh yeah, and in Carvahall the Razac and some soldiers attack Roran's village.
Dont ruin it all for me. :(
I just want to know if it's as good or better than first and if I should get it.
Da Docta
10-22-2005, 02:23 PM
You should definitely get it.
Did you read my first spoiler?
green
10-22-2005, 02:29 PM
You should definitely get it.
Did you read my first spoiler?
Yeah, cause the spoiler tags were screwed up so I couldnt help but read it.
But thanks for your input, I'll go get it this weekend. :up:
Hunter Rider
10-28-2005, 08:03 AM
http://comingsoon.net/news/eragonnews.php?id=11749
An Early Peek at Fox's Eragon
Source: Shur'tugal (http://www.shurtugal.com/news/archive.php?show=month&month=October&year=2005)
October 28, 2005
Fansite Shur'tugal (http://www.shurtugal.com/news/archive.php?show=month&month=October&year=2005) has a first look at a behind-the-scenes featurette on the making of Eragon (http://www.comingsoon.net/films.php?id=9175), the 20th Century Fox adaptation hitting theaters in December of 2006.
The film, directed by Stefen Fangmeier, is based on Christopher Paolini's bestselling fantasy novel about a farm boy who learns he is the last of a breed of benevolent Dragon Riders, whose magical powers are derived from their bond with the beasts.
Eragon (http://www.comingsoon.net/films.php?id=9175) stars Ed Speleers, John Malkovich, Jeremy Irons, Djimon Hounsou and Sienna Guillory. Visit the link above to watch the clip.
Hunter Rider
10-28-2005, 10:10 AM
Well Ive just watched the video and i am looking forward to this:up: ,
the sets look great and the cast all look comfortable in their roles
green
10-28-2005, 10:12 AM
Ugggh, it doesnt work for me.
Malkovich looks menacing with that bald look and with the bear :up: :eek:
Whoa! He looks great, I didn't even recognize him.
I finished Eldest a couple weeks ago. I liked it a lot more than Eragon, I thought the story really picked up. While Eragon focuses on the boy and his dragon, Eldest brings in more key players and develops the various subplots and their relation to each other.
If anyone wants Eldest spoilers, let me know.
Octoberist
10-28-2005, 11:13 AM
I saw the video...don't know what to think of it. Its too early to tell.
I'm worried about the director, who was a visual effects artist. When was the last time where you had a good movie MADE by a visual effects guy? Don't say Spawn. :o They care more for the visual effects than the story...it's just a part of their nature. Come on Fox!
Look at the guy who made Doom; he was a cinematographer for Falling Down...and he made three awful films.
Just because you're in the biz, doesn't mean that you're fit in directing a movie...
terry78
10-28-2005, 11:54 AM
True enough, but everyone has to get their start somewhere. Most of our great directors had to start off as visual/cinematographer types on other movies.
Backdrifter
10-28-2005, 03:22 PM
I saw the video...don't know what to think of it. Its too early to tell.
I'm worried about the director, who was a visual effects artist. When was the last time where you had a good movie MADE by a visual effects guy? Don't say Spawn. :o They care more for the visual effects than the story...it's just a part of their nature. Come on Fox!
Look at the guy who made Doom; he was a cinematographer for Falling Down...and he made three awful films.
Just because you're in the biz, doesn't mean that you're fit in directing a movie...
Yeah. Seems like Fox could just think that if a movie has good speical effects and action that it will be successful. *Sigh* That's corporate Hollywood for you.
Hunter Rider
05-23-2006, 01:58 PM
http://canmag.com/news/4/3/3910
After reading the first book of the Inheritance Trilogy by the young Paolini, Eragon (http://canmag.com/movies.php?moviekey=eragon), I figured we could have another Harry Potter on our hands. When 20th Century Fox (http://canmag.com/news/4/3/3910#) announced they were ready to go forward with a film (http://canmag.com/news/4/3/3910#), the fans of the books -- including myself -- began to hope for the best. Though the coolest thing to come out of the production so far is the set of teaser posters, 20th Century Fox is preparing to unleash the first teaser trailer upon us.
Eragon Teaser Trailer
In our last report on Eragon I had mentioned that 20th Century Fox may have been looking at X-Men: The Last Stand (http://canmag.com/movies.php?moviekey=xmen3) to attach the teaser trailer of Eragon to. With only a few days left to go until the film's release, we have recently been alerted that the teaser will not be attached to X3 but something just as big; but can we hold out another month?
Before you start crunching the math to find out what film is approximately a month away, know that Superman Returns (http://canmag.com/movies.php?moviekey=supermanv) is the CONFIRMED (here (http://shurtugal.com/)) destination for the Eragon teaser trailer.
Cinemaman
05-23-2006, 02:09 PM
http://canmag.com/news/4/3/3910
After reading the first book of the Inheritance Trilogy by the young Paolini, Eragon (http://canmag.com/movies.php?moviekey=eragon), I figured we could have another Harry Potter on our hands. When 20th Century Fox (http://canmag.com/news/4/3/3910#) announced they were ready to go forward with a film (http://canmag.com/news/4/3/3910#), the fans of the books -- including myself -- began to hope for the best. Though the coolest thing to come out of the production so far is the set of teaser posters, 20th Century Fox is preparing to unleash the first teaser trailer upon us.
Eragon Teaser Trailer
In our last report on Eragon I had mentioned that 20th Century Fox may have been looking at X-Men: The Last Stand (http://canmag.com/movies.php?moviekey=xmen3) to attach the teaser trailer of Eragon to. With only a few days left to go until the film's release, we have recently been alerted that the teaser will not be attached to X3 but something just as big; but can we hold out another month?
Before you start crunching the math to find out what film is approximately a month away, know that Superman Returns (http://canmag.com/movies.php?moviekey=supermanv) is the CONFIRMED (here (http://shurtugal.com/)) destination for the Eragon teaser trailer.
Thanx. I am not amazed about teaser release date.
Cinemaman
05-23-2006, 02:10 PM
I read this book, and it wasn't bad. I can give it 7 out of 10.
I will make my early opinion about this film, when I see teaser.
amazingfantasy15
05-23-2006, 02:40 PM
The movie could be a lot of fun, hopefully the effects will be up to snuff since the co-star is a dragon.
Cinemaman
05-23-2006, 02:43 PM
The movie could be a lot of fun, hopefully the effects will be up to snuff since the co-star is a dragon.
I think it is LOTR for teeangers, like Narnia was LOTR for children.
Steelsheen
05-23-2006, 03:56 PM
i have no clue what this story is about. but heck i'm a fan of fantasy so its not like that's gonna keep me away from this film :O :D
edit : i just saw the 3 min featurette at youtube. cool! i am so there in december :up:
i'll try to get a hold of the novels and be familiar with the story (it is but fair to the writer to created this :))
.... but gosh those are pretty thick books :eek:
Dr. Fate
05-23-2006, 08:22 PM
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Damn I'm out of touch with society. I haven't heard anything about this particular adaptation. I've seen the 2nd book entry at GIANT but I'd hate to grab book 2 without reading book 1.
BloodyWolverine
05-23-2006, 08:43 PM
I have read the first book and half of the second book. I happened to like the Ann McCaffery books better. Not to slam the kid for it was an ok read. I worry that it will be made like Dragonheart and D/D. I have yet to see a trailer so i won't know if i will like it.
I however think that if done right Warcraft will draw more of an audiance for i think it will end up being the bigger film when it is made.
The plus is Jeremy Irons , John Malkovic. The minus is that they are using an unknown pretty boy. The real test will be a believible talking dragon.
green
05-29-2006, 05:40 PM
New featurette.
http://canmag.com/news/4/3/3957
I think this is gonna suck. I've read half of the book and pictures I've seen from the film doesn't look good. Like Urgals are big tattooed men, not scary looking creatures. Amd what's with Galbatorix being in this? Hope they're some flashbacks. I'm not also convinced about Robert Carlyle as Durza and Ed Speelers as Eragon. Fox fcks fans in ass, again.
Speedball
06-20-2006, 07:34 PM
I think this is gonna suck. I've read half of the book and pictures I've seen from the film doesn't look good. Like Urgals are big tattooed men, not scary looking creatures. Amd what's with Galbatorix being in this? Hope they're some flashbacks. I'm not also convinced about Robert Carlyle as Durza and Ed Speelers as Eragon. Fox fcks fans in ass, again.
They are going to add stuff to the Urgals, at least thats what i've heard.
I've read Eragon, and thought it was pretty good.
I like the casting of the film. Garrett Hedlund as Murtagh is a really good choice.
Joss Stone as Angela threw me off though. But then again, she is a witch, and the author didn't really explain her features all that much.
Cinemaman
06-21-2006, 06:45 AM
Where are those pics of Urgals???
And when will we finally get this dumb teaser?
green
06-21-2006, 08:29 AM
Where are those pics of Urgals???
And when will we finally get this dumb teaser?
Its supposed be with Superman Returns.
i'll try to get a hold of the novels and be familiar with the story (it is but fair to the writer to created this.... but gosh those are pretty thick books
The kid was only fifteen when he wrote the Eragon. The books arent that great but they are fun for what they are.:up:
Cinemaman
06-21-2006, 08:35 AM
Its supposed be with Superman Returns.
The kid was only fifteen when he wrote the Eragon. The books arent that great but they are fun for what they are.:up:
Yeah? :eek:
Cool, SR has Spidey 3 and Eragon's teasers.
I liked book, it wasn't bad.
terry78
06-21-2006, 08:58 AM
The fact that this world is based on something a 15 year old wrote may in fact give it some credibility issues. But if Hollywood saw something there, there could be merit. I guess I should read the books and see if the author does indeed have the chops you all claim he does.
Where are those pics of Urgals???
http://galleries.shurtugal.com/displayimage.php?album=36&pos=12
Cinemaman
06-21-2006, 06:34 PM
http://galleries.shurtugal.com/displayimage.php?album=36&pos=12
They looks bad. I though Urgals are like Orcs :( :down
They looks bad. I though Urgals are like Orcs :( :down
In the books they are. Apparently not in the movie.
Speedball
06-21-2006, 07:17 PM
In the books they are. Apparently not in the movie.
They aren't like Orcs in the book.
They are more like extreme barbarians to me.
They aren't like Orcs in the book.
They are more like extreme barbarians to me.I remember they been described as hairy/furry beasts with red (or something "not normal" eye color)? Or am I thinking some other species?
Speedball
06-21-2006, 08:20 PM
I remember they been described as hairy/furry beasts with red (or something "not normal" eye color)? Or am I thinking some other species?
Yeah, i read somewhere that they are going to add stuff onto the Urgals when they do the cgi.
The fact that this world is based on something a 15 year old wrote may in fact give it some credibility issues. But if Hollywood saw something there, there could be merit. I guess I should read the books and see if the author does indeed have the chops you all claim he does.
Well, look at what Rowling wrote, and she's an adult :confused:
Speedball
06-21-2006, 09:12 PM
Well, look at what Rowling wrote, and she's an adult :confused:
Great Avvy!
G.O.B. is frickin' hilarious.
Great Avvy!
G.O.B. is frickin' hilarious.
Remember, Season 3 DVD set out next August! :up:
Speedball
06-21-2006, 09:24 PM
Remember, Season 3 DVD set out next August! :up:
thanks for the reminder. I wasn't sure, but now August won't be boring.
I've got the first two.
thanks for the reminder. I wasn't sure, but now August won't be boring.
I've got the first two.
Same here.
Damn you Fox!
Now, before someone gets mad...so yeah, how about them dragons? This is gonna be cool! Yeah!
:confused:
Speedball
06-21-2006, 09:38 PM
Same here.
Damn you Fox!
Now, before someone gets mad...so yeah, how about them dragons? This is gonna be cool! Yeah!
:confused:
Lol, yeah. I'm actually looking foward to this movie.
Lol, yeah. I'm actually looking foward to this movie.
It has cool actors, and dragons :up:
I doubt we're getting a sequel to the very underrated (IMO) Reign of Fire, so this will have to do.
green
06-22-2006, 08:19 AM
Yeah? :eek:
Cool, SR has Spidey 3 and Eragon's teasers.
I liked book, it wasn't bad.
Sorry, its been delyed.:(
http://canmag.com/news/4/3/4187
We have recently received an update from 'Joel' for the upcoming film Eragon. Remember the teaser trailer that we had been anticipating for release with Superman Returns? Well, it turns out that Fox isn't quite ready to release it yet.
Eragon Budget
Here is the report available at Shurtugal:
It looks like Fox has had to push the Eragon trailer release date yet again, this time off of Superman Returns. Today, a reliable source close to the movie who wished to remain anonymous told us that Fox wants to move the trailer off of Superman Returns so that the special effects are further along when the trailer releases. Right now, the movie effects (Saphira, etc.) still have a long way to go. We have no information as to which movie they now anticipate the trailer will release on, but we'll update you as soon as we hear something!
I guess this alert shouldn't come as too much of a surprise. The early trailer impressions claimed that the film looked good but there was little to no effects shots yet; at least, none that were shown. The only scene with Saphira has the dragon so high in the sky that it might as well be Superman up there.
We recently reported that the budget for Eragon will definitely pass the estimated number of $100 million (read here). Considering this is Fox's big chance at another epic, the increase in budget comes as great news.
Maybe Fox is holding off on the teaser trailer until they can get some of their higher budget effect shots into play?
Either way, don't expect to see the teaser trailer with Superman Returns.
Eragon comes to theatres on December 15th.
Cinemaman
06-22-2006, 11:18 AM
I have feeling it will suck :(
green
07-22-2006, 01:21 PM
Just abit from C-Con...
trailer shown
http://aintitcool.com/display.cgi?id=23942
ERAGON
I must confess to knowing very little about this. I read a little fantasy, but as a general rule I've never really been drawn to books about dragons (the Temeraire books by Naomi Novik have me reading, though). The panel had the young man playing Eragon, Edward Speleers, and showed a trailer. Not sure if the trailer is out there, but while I really want this movie to rock I can't shake a DUNGEONS & DRAGONS vibe from the visual style and the cinematography. Strangely enough, the only thing in the trailer I really liked was Jeremy Irons who didn't feel like the D&D movie, even though he was a part of it.
Tidbits from the panel:
- Eragon's dragon, Saphira, will be created tag-team style between ILM and Weta Digital. ILM's work on PIRATES OF THE CARIBBEAN 2 was top notch and Weta's always ****in' great. This is the most exciting element of the film for me.
- The producers found Edward Speleers for the title role after months of shooting. It was almost too late. They were 2 days away from pulling the plug on the film when they found him in London.
green
07-22-2006, 01:24 PM
more...
http://latinoreview.com/news.php?id=768
Comic Con Report: Eragon!
Date: July 22, 2006
By: Mark Lagamayo
Source: Latino Review
Christopher Paolini's best-selling debut novel becomes the next blockbuster film for Fox 2000 Pictures, a division of Twentieth Century Fox. Accompanying the preview of the film was Elizabeth Gabler, the President of Fox 2000 Pictures and actor Edward Speleers who plays the title character. Moderating the Twentieth movie panel was Michael Broyte, a publicist for the company, who has been coming to Comic Con for the past 12 years. Fox 2000 Pictures acquired the rights to Eragon soon after it was self-published by Paolini's parents. Determined to bring the novel to life on the big screen, they began pre-production work that took them to five locations around the world. The real draw of the new film is, of course, the dragon Saphira, wonderfully rendered using the latest CGI technology from special effects houses, Industrial Light and Magic (ILM) and Peter Jackson's own special F/X house, Weta.
Considering the name recognition of the special effects houses being employed, the trailer shows every bit of the mastery and technical advancement of a true Hollywood blockbuster film. As the trailer begins, we are thrust into a world of magic and myth. Majestic mountains and boundless skies frame the introduction bringing an almost biblical scope that is reminiscent of the vistas seen in The Lord of the Rings trilogy. That's where Tolkien's world ends and Paolini's adventure begins. The first chapter of the Inheritance trilogy features Saphira laying waste to ground forces with her sulfurous breath. In addition, we saw glimpses of John Malkovich as King Galbatorix he plies his nefarious plans against Eragon and the forces of good. "You are the next dragon rider," said Jeremy Irons who plays Brom, Eragon’s mentor as our hero takes that giant leap into legend. That’s what the film is to become from what the trailer has shown. Eragon premieres on December 15, 2006; not a moment too soon for readers of the novel and for fantasy fans alike.
Ms. Gabler thanked the packed hall at Comic Con for their thunderous applause right after the trailer. She then talked about the long hard search for the perfect actor to play the lead role of Eragon. The task took them all over the English-speaking world. Ms. Gabler remarked that they wanted to do justice to Chris Paolini's novel. The only way that could be accomplished was with the brilliant casting of a twenty-something English heartthrob by the name of Edward Speleers. At that point, the audience went wild when Mr. Speleers walked onto the stage and sat down with Michael and Elizabeth. It was Ed's first time visiting Comic-Con as well as the first time he has visited Southern California.
When asked about playing the role of Eragon, Ed commented on the how amazing he thought the book was and admired the heart of Chris's novel as well as became intrigued by the title character. He also related to the character on a personal level. He remarked on how Eragon's life paralleled his own experiences. He said he brought that experience to the forefront when playing the character. When asked how he felt about working with such great actors as John Malkovich and Jeremy Irons, he said that they were brilliant actors and they are and continue to be an inspiration to him as an actor. Ed is also an avid gamer and provides the voice in the upcoming video game for Eragon. he then talked about the challenges for him in the second film of the trilogy. For three weeks before principal photography of the first chapter, he trained in the gym and took lessons in horse riding and swordsmanship. However, Ed took it all in stride when he said that he enjoys training and working out. That's an important aspect, he confirmed, because all that training and experience in the first movie will serve him well in the second. Fans regaled him with applause with that comment. After principal photography is finished, he will vacation with his friends in Jamaica and take a well-deserved break from his hectic schedule. He is desperate to see the movie in December 2006 as are a multitude of fans around the world. Ed ended the panel by saying he hopes to continue doing more stories of the Eragon mythology.
Cinemaman
07-22-2006, 02:30 PM
I cant understand when will they release this f***ing damn it hell trailer? :mad: :( :mad: :down
green
07-29-2006, 12:24 PM
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v662/markofort/5e757ee0.png
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v662/markofort/8b5eec31.png
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v662/markofort/dbe39544.png
green
07-29-2006, 12:28 PM
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v662/markofort/Eragon.png
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v662/markofort/Galbatorix.png
BloodyWolverine
07-29-2006, 12:37 PM
^ Housnou looks the best in his Eragon armor duds. He is the guy from Constantine i do believe and Tomb Raider 2.
Cinemaman
07-29-2006, 02:58 PM
I am tired with posters, when will they finally show trailer? :(
Cinemaman
08-05-2006, 05:42 AM
FINALLY!!! ERGON TRAILER WILL BE ATTACHED TO SNAKES ON PLANE!AUGUST 18th!
http://shurtugal.com/
BloodyWolverine
08-05-2006, 07:52 AM
Fox has alot to gamble with here. They need a new franchise badly since X-Men 3 is suppose to be the last X-men. With trilogies like Pirates. and Narnia for disney. Harry Potter and Batman for Warner Brothers and Spiderman for Sony. Fox needs to make this really good for they need a new trilogy to keep up with the rest. As much as i like FF its likely to e an x-men trilogy for Fox.
Eragon mat seem to be taking long for a trailer. Fox has to be scared to death over how the dragon will look. I think they should do this. Take a good look at the Reign Of Fire dragons only soften the demenor a bit and make Saphire talk mentally not by mouth. For another Dragonheart is what we need.
Cinemaman
08-05-2006, 08:19 AM
I doubt Eragon will be good movie :(
It looks bad :down
aaron
08-05-2006, 08:20 AM
Joss Stone?! God, I hate her
Speedball
08-05-2006, 09:57 AM
Joss Stone?! God, I hate her
Why? What has she done to make you hate her?
BloodyWolverine
08-05-2006, 10:15 AM
Well i think most people when they invisioned the character. They pictured someone like Judy Dench or some seasoned actress to play her. For she is not young in the books.
Speedball
08-05-2006, 10:26 AM
Well i think most people when they invisioned the character. They pictured someone like Judy Dench or some seasoned actress to play her. For she is not young in the books.
I don't remember the book ever stating an age or what she actually looked like. She said in the book that she is much older than she looks and she is a witch, so she could make herself look young when she's actually old.
green
08-05-2006, 10:45 AM
Well i think most people when they invisioned the character. They pictured someone like Judy Dench or some seasoned actress to play her. For she is not young in the books.
I kind of agree:(
Hunter Rider
08-05-2006, 12:38 PM
trailer should be online by next weekend i'm guessing
Cinemaman
08-17-2006, 04:06 PM
Looks like we won't get it online before Friday comes.
Cinemaman
08-18-2006, 01:19 PM
Where is this f-ing trailer? :mad:
Where is this f-ing trailer? :mad:
watch your f**king mouth!! :mad: ;)
Cinemaman
08-18-2006, 01:40 PM
watch your f**king mouth!! :mad: ;)
Give me this f-ing trailer and I will shut my mouth up :mad: :D
Give me this f-ing trailer and I will shut my mouth up :mad: :D
HERE!!! (http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0327554/trailers-screenplay-E22906-10-2)... enjoy :up:
Cinemaman
08-18-2006, 01:51 PM
HERE!!! (http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0327554/trailers-screenplay-E22906-10-2)... enjoy :up:
:mad:
Cinemaman
08-18-2006, 01:59 PM
what?
Very funny :mad:
Cinemaman
08-18-2006, 05:04 PM
Eragon off "A Plane"
Posted by Mike (spam@shurtugal.com) on August 16 @ 7:30 PM | comments (http://www.shurtugal.com/news/comments.php?id=380) - 292
Bad news folks - Fox has yet again pushed the release date for their tralier debut off of Snakes on a Plane (a relief to some). Because this seems to have become a pattern with the Eragon movie trailers, we will no longer be reporting trailer release dates in any sort of serious way.
We have however heard from our Fox contact that the trailer has been pushed to Invicible, which releases a week later. Please know that this entire trailer situation is out of our control and that we only post what we're told. With this in mind, we would advise taking any trailer release as only a 50/50 until we get one-hundred percent confirmation.
http://www.shurtugal.com/
So there is chance that we will see it only next week :( :down
Eragon has really bad marketing strategy :down
Hunter Rider
08-18-2006, 05:06 PM
http://www.shurtugal.com/
So there is chance that we will see it only next week :( :down
Eragon has really bad marketing strategy :down
Makes you wonder what they are hiding,i mean they may be touching up the CGI but really they should have enough finished product of a quality level to release a trailer by now
Cinemaman
08-18-2006, 05:08 PM
^^^
Yeah, thats really strange. 1st trailer was going to be released in May, and now we need to wait for the end of August to see 1-2 mins footage :down
green
08-22-2006, 09:45 AM
New poster with first look at Saphira...Im not too crazy about it.
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v662/markofort/eragon_ver4.jpg
Movies205
08-22-2006, 10:05 AM
I like Irons and I like dragons so I'll go see it :)
BloodyWolverine
08-22-2006, 12:23 PM
I just love how us non movie making experts can weigh in on what a movie should do or how fast it should be made. I for one would rather they work hard on a film and take there time in order to get it right. Then to hastily put out a movie with a bad trailer. My problem here is that everyone is hung up on seeing a trailer to a movie not do out until December.
Eragon has alot more pressure here then people think. I mean dragon movies have not done to well in the past. Do to movies such as Dungeons and Dragons, and Dragonheart. I mean a good looking cgi dragon is not easy that talks. The hold up hast to be Saphire a blue dragon that talks. If any of you can make a realistic blue dragon that can talk without looking like a big puppet then please do help Fox.
I like Irons and I like dragons so I'll go see it :)
No love for Malko?
:down :(
Cinemaman
08-22-2006, 02:19 PM
New poster with first look at Saphira...Im not too crazy about it.
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v662/markofort/eragon_ver4.jpg
Now I really think this movie will suck.
I was expecting more from Saphira's look.
wow... Fox want this to be the next huge epic yet havent released a trailer yet?... me thinks they dont have much confidence in what they see
Speedball
08-22-2006, 04:06 PM
That pic sucks ass.
here's a better version
http://www.comingsoon.net/gallery/Fantasy/Eragon/onesheet.jpg
Saphira looks pretty cool, and I like the cities in the background.
Speedball
08-22-2006, 04:08 PM
wow... Fox want this to be the next huge epic yet havent released a trailer yet?... me thinks they dont have much confidence in what they see
Me thinks the Star Wars Episode III trailer didn't come out til March, 3 months before it came out.
We still have 4 more, so probably next month.
Speedball
08-22-2006, 04:10 PM
found this pic on comingsoon as well.
http://www.comingsoon.net/gallery/Fantasy/Eragon/eragon2.jpg
Eragon looks pissed!
Speedball
08-22-2006, 04:11 PM
here's the other one.
http://www.comingsoon.net/gallery/Fantasy/Eragon/eragon3.jpg
Speedball
08-24-2006, 11:55 PM
New Video Game gameplay footage, which gives us a look at the film as well.
http://www.gametrailers.com/player.php?id=12634&type=mov
Tempest19
08-25-2006, 12:30 AM
New Video Game gameplay footage, which gives us a look at the film as well.
http://www.gametrailers.com/player.php?id=12634&type=mov
Cool, that game looks good- love these co-op film games (LOTR, King Arthur, Narnia, etc.). Dragon flight levels sound cool.
Speedball
08-25-2006, 12:52 AM
yeah, And that wasn't even the 360 version!
It looks alot like God of War, because of some of the moves he did.
SapphirePrima
08-25-2006, 01:11 AM
Seriously are the books worth a read? I tried reading one and couldn't get into it.
The posters look cool though.
Speedball
08-25-2006, 01:17 AM
found this pic on comingsoon as well.
http://www.comingsoon.net/gallery/Fantasy/Eragon/eragon2.jpg
Eragon looks pissed!
DUH!!!
This when he uses Brisingr.
To the above poster.
It does take some getting into, but once you get to about the journey, It's a pretty fun read.
AVEITWITHJAMON
08-25-2006, 10:00 AM
Sounds quite good this movie, i may go and see it.
Cinemaman
08-25-2006, 12:46 PM
And where is this f-ing trailer? :mad:
AndThePickles
08-25-2006, 01:00 PM
I enjoyed the book a lot, and I'm looking forward to the movie. Now I just need to read the 2nd book!
Octoberist
08-25-2006, 01:36 PM
yeah, where IS the trailer?
kytrigger
08-25-2006, 01:42 PM
I don't know...I could see this film either being huge like LOTR (not quite that big, but close) or being a total flop like Dungeons and Dragons
green
08-25-2006, 01:54 PM
And where is this f-ing trailer? :mad:
from canmag...
http://canmag.com/news/4/3/4869
As Thursday continued on with no word of the teaser trailer for Eragon we were forced to assume the worst. It turns out our assumptions were right, the trailer has been delayed again.
Eragon Teaser Trailer Delayed
Both Chris and Joel have alerted us to an announcement up at Shurtugal. According to the fansite, Fox has decided to delay the Eragon trailer again in order to improve upon the CGI dragon Saphira for public viewing. This turns out to be the same reason they have given every time. How hard is it to make a dragon? We saw one in Dragonheart and Goblet of Fire and they looked sweet; the non-talking one in Goblet of Fire would be my preference though.
Here is my two cents, something I have hinted at repeatedly and only today discussed with Joel.
20th Century Fox, though claiming that they were placing all their efforts to make Eragon the next big fantasy adventure, was ill prepared for the film's, or should I say book's, fanbase. Personally, I think Fox was originally planning on delivering a half-ass fantasy adaptation this December. But, now that they have been convinced that Eragon has Potter potential, they are adding to the budget, which will go directly to editing and CG work.
Tough I don't have any specific base on this point, I believe (maybe predict is a better word) they are currently re-doing some CG work to make it better in hopes of lifting the caliber of the film.
Again, just my two cents.
On a happier note, I will be meeting with a Fox person tonight and (hopefully) gain a new connection out of it. By doing so, maybe we can get some exclusives and inside details on what is really happening behind the scenes for Eragon.
Seriously though, the film is due out in December and we don't even have a teaser trailer for it yet.
Cinemaman
08-26-2006, 08:45 AM
Yeah, I doubt it will be good movie.
green
08-26-2006, 11:07 AM
Yeah, I doubt it will be good movie.
Oh yee of little faith...
Atleast wait for the trailer.
Cinemaman
08-26-2006, 11:11 AM
^^^
And what am I doing? :confused:
green
08-26-2006, 11:15 AM
^^^
And what am I doing? :confused:
You're doubting it already and you havent seen any footage.
I know the delays are frustrating but you have to hold out some hope that it will be good.
Cinemaman
08-26-2006, 11:32 AM
You're doubting it already and you havent seen any footage.
I know the delays are frustrating but you have to hold out some hope that it will be good.
I saw some footage about sets and it didn't amaze me.
green
08-30-2006, 09:04 AM
http://canmag.com/news/4/3/4922
bad quality leaked trailer.
Cinemaman
08-30-2006, 09:26 AM
You can say everything, but this movie really doesn't look right.
This trailer didn't impress me and I am even more now negative about it.
We were waiting the whole year to see just this.
Yes, this is bad quality, but even with HD trailer looks crappy.
:down
terry78
08-30-2006, 09:30 AM
They really aren't going to pull out all the stops for a movie based on a novel written by a kid.
That's just how I view this whole thing.
Hunter Rider
08-30-2006, 02:18 PM
Need to see a HQ version before saying to much but the Dragon effects look good
Dr. Fate
08-30-2006, 07:53 PM
Is it wrong to watch a film based on a book without having read the book before hand?
AndThePickles
08-30-2006, 09:28 PM
Do you really think that everyone who saw LOTR and Harry Potter (to use major examples) read the books?
primemover
08-30-2006, 09:43 PM
Could have potential, sure looks pretty.
primemover
08-30-2006, 09:44 PM
Do you really think that everyone who saw LOTR and Harry Potter (to use major examples) read the books?
I sure didn't.
Speedball
08-30-2006, 09:58 PM
Saphira looked pretty good!
Too bad there was no sound:(
Cinemaman
08-31-2006, 08:17 AM
I have feeling it will be something for LOTR like Stormbreaker for James Bond :down
Dr. Fate
08-31-2006, 01:55 PM
Do you really think that everyone who saw LOTR and Harry Potter (to use major examples) read the books?
Just checking.
primemover
08-31-2006, 05:28 PM
I have feeling it will be something for LOTR like Stormbreaker for James Bond :down
What does this mean?
Hunter Rider
08-31-2006, 05:54 PM
What does this mean?
I think he means it's gonna be the poor mans LOTR
primemover
08-31-2006, 06:15 PM
I think he means it's gonna be the poor mans LOTR
Ah, I see the 'jumping to conclusions' has begun.
Hunter Rider
08-31-2006, 06:28 PM
Ah, I see the 'jumping to conclusions' has begun.
Not by me per se,im just guessing what i think Cine meant,i'm still waiting to see a full HD trailer with some dialogue,i need to see if the lead kid can act which that trailer leak with temp track doesn't show
primemover
08-31-2006, 06:45 PM
Not by me per se,im just guessing what i think Cine meant,i'm still waiting to see a full HD trailer with some dialogue,i need to see if the lead kid can act which that trailer leak with temp track doesn't show
Yeah, I wasn't talking about you, it's just amazing to see people pan a movie on nothing more than a camcorder video pointed at a tv playing the trailer without sound.
Hunter Rider
09-15-2006, 04:51 PM
Trailer (http://pdl.stream.aol.com/aol/us/moviefone/movies/2006/eragon_022358/eragon_trlr_01_324joidfj3_dl.mov) Hi-Res http://www.drfoster.f2s.com/images/qtlogo.jpg (65.3Mb)
Here's the trailer in saveable QT
I SEE SPIDEY
09-16-2006, 01:02 PM
They really aren't going to pull out all the stops for a movie based on a novel written by a kid.
That's just how I view this whole thing.Judging by the trailer, it seems that way to me.
justmyname
10-02-2006, 01:47 AM
i saw the trailer, and you know what its sucks:(
BloodyWolverine
10-02-2006, 11:10 AM
I think Eragon will be better then many people are expecting but it won't be as good as Rings in story or Box Office. If its successful then maybe Eldest the sequel will be bigger for Eldest was a more interesting book.
green
10-04-2006, 09:17 AM
Saphira poster...
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v662/markofort/eragonpostersaphira.jpg
primemover
10-04-2006, 02:45 PM
Saphira poster...
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v662/markofort/eragonpostersaphira.jpg
Cool, but I can't help seeing the dragon with it's mouth wide open due to the thorns under the chin looking like teeth and the smoke around the neck.
Dr. Fate
10-04-2006, 08:57 PM
Cool poster.
This will probably be another one of thsoe film adaptations where I end up reading the book after seeing the movie.
BloodyWolverine
10-05-2006, 04:58 AM
I read Eragon after hearing about them making the movie. I had heard of it when it first came out for it had made good numbers against Harry Potter 5 i believe. But i never read it until i heard about then making a movie.
Many did not like the catsing but when i heard that Malcovich and Irons were attached i was more interested. Like i say it could be better then we expect for it does have a fan base. Not Rings or Potter size but big enough.
mulbree
10-09-2006, 06:29 PM
I think that if you don't compare it to LOTR, Harry Potter etc it makes a big difference to your opinion. Sure, most people who see this will have seen LOTR and i'm not sure what guidance rating this will have but it may appeal to a new generation. I saw the first LOTR with my 7 yr old cousin, there may be kids going to see this without LOTR for a point of reference ie, todays 7yr olds.
Any big fans may want to try the WAP service at eragonmovie.com - free wallpaper and movie updates
mulbree
10-23-2006, 04:28 PM
For anyone who uses www.eragonmovie.com for info, check back, they have updated it quite a bit and added new phone stuff like an egg hunt. try www.eragon.com for general eragon info, probably the biggest resource on the web
Gavbang
11-08-2006, 09:09 AM
I read Eragon after hearing about them making the movie. I had heard of it when it first came out for it had made good numbers against Harry Potter 5 i believe. But i never read it until i heard about then making a movie.
Many did not like the catsing but when i heard that Malcovich and Irons were attached i was more interested. Like i say it could be better then we expect for it does have a fan base. Not Rings or Potter size but big enough.
I had never heard of it either until I saw a trailer on Tv - It doesn't seem to be hugely popular in Uk. I've heard mixed reviews of it but it sounds like something that might be pretty cool. i reckon the movie will get more people reading in the UK though so its probably good for the book in that respect - I'm not sure there is a huge fan base here.
Those posters are wicked. Obviousley there is the Irons Malkovic casting - but I think Robert Carlyse looks the best in the group poster.
green
11-09-2006, 01:26 PM
http://www.shurtugal.com/?news=454
Rachel Weisz Cast For Voice Of Saphira?
Posted by Mike on November 8 @ 8:43 PM | comments - 86
Shur'tugal now has reason to believe that Rachel Weisz, known for movies such as The Constant Gardener and Constantine, has been cast for the voice of Saphira in the Eragon movie. Weisz's name appeared on the bottom of the most recent Eragon movie poster (her name has been boxed in red), with the word "with" appearing before her name, indicating that her voice, and not image, will be in the movie. Weisz's voice, a female voice with a British accent, is exactly what Fox has said they were looking for.
Fox has kept quiet about the voice for Saphira until now, having not made any comments. When asked to confirm or comment, our Fox representative told us that Fox has no comment at this time, however, we were told to expect an official announcement soon. We'll update you as soon as we know more
Gavbang
11-15-2006, 09:51 AM
I heard a rumor it was Helna Bonham Carter but it does look ever more like it will be Rachel.
If its exactly what they were looking for then so be it. There are a lot of English voices in this movie - think they are going for old england king george and dragon kind of feel to it. Gives it more credibility I think
green
11-15-2006, 09:54 AM
Yeah, check out the bottom of the poster.
http://www.impawards.com/2006/eragon_ver7_xlg.html
Wilhelm-Scream
11-15-2006, 09:56 AM
I'm surprised Jeremy Irons agreed to try a Dragon movie again after the used toilet tissue that was "Dungeons and Dragons".
aaron
11-15-2006, 10:19 AM
The kid creeps me out, he looks weird.
primemover
11-15-2006, 02:19 PM
I'm surprised Jeremy Irons agreed to try a Dragon movie again after the used toilet tissue that was "Dungeons and Dragons".
Maybe he watched Dragonslayer instead.
Substance D
11-15-2006, 02:55 PM
Do elves have pointy ears in this setting?
AVEITWITHJAMON
11-17-2006, 04:08 AM
Just started reading this book now, hoping to finish it before the movie comes out so i better be quick! But my Dad read it in four days on holiday so.
Gavbang
11-23-2006, 10:21 AM
Not sure I can imagine Rachael Weisz doing the voice for this!!!!!! :wow:
http://i127.photobucket.com/albums/p146/slateking/SaphiraEragonfirebreathing.jpg
Although I did see the trailer to the fountain and i think she could be pretty good for the role Saphira. Dragon looks coool
http://i127.photobucket.com/albums/p146/slateking/AryaandSaphira.jpg
xwolverine2
11-23-2006, 10:25 AM
great now i have to watch this movie for the TMNT trailer :(
xwolverine2
11-23-2006, 10:34 AM
http://youtube.com/watch?v=Yxmp280GRPM&mode=related&search=
Dr. Fate
11-23-2006, 08:55 PM
http://youtube.com/watch?v=Yxmp280GRPM&mode=related&search=
Where would we be without YouTube?
xwolverine2
11-23-2006, 09:22 PM
hell
I saw the trailer for this movie with Casino royale and I am so in. :yay:
Dan33977
11-24-2006, 01:56 PM
I cannot believe that people are actually falling for this. Actually, it shouldn't come as a surprise to me as a lot of my friends, who I consider to be fairly intelligent, are saying they want to see this, too. It's really just my best friend and I who think this looks terrible—just too cliché. I mean, you can easily tell that a kid wrote this: "You're on the only one that can save us!" Please...
And I'm astounded that no one has even noticed and/or mentioned how this is a direct rip-off of STAR WARS. Seriously, there was a sneak-peak clip on Cinemax with Jeremy Irons' character telling the main character about the golden age of dragon riders, how everything in their country used to flourish before the dark times, and that one day the dragon riders will return. Also, in the trailer, there's even a shot of the damn boy staring off into the sunset! I mean, come on...
I'm not even going to explain how this is a rip-off of STAR WARS. If you cannot see it for yourself, you deserve to be fooled and waste your money on this movie.
Actually, I will say that the CGI looks amazing, so I'll give it a try and see it for the dragons, just to keep an open mind...
aaron
11-24-2006, 02:04 PM
Is anyone else's main reason, except for the CGI not looking too good and the fact it looks like a cheap copy, for not wanting to see this the kid, Ed Speelers, I think he's off puttingly ugly.
Denny67
11-24-2006, 02:05 PM
Eragon was decent book. There was nothing groundbreaking as far as fantasy writing goes and Christopher Paolini being like 15 when he wrote it borrowed a lot from other stories, including Tolkien and Star Wars. It did have a certain charm to it which was the characters. If the movie can capture that I think it has a shot at being a movie worth seeing.
chosen1
11-24-2006, 03:22 PM
I saw the trailer yesterday. THis movie looks good!
Substance D
11-24-2006, 03:30 PM
There has been much criticism of Eragon, regarding everything from word usage to the marketing techniques (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Marketing) (critics deride the labelling of the author as a "prodigy" or "wunderkind") to its derivative nature. The novel has been accused of relying heavily on genre clichés (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Clich%C3%A9s) and themes popularized by earlier novels such as J.R.R. Tolkien (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/J.R.R._Tolkien)'s The Lord of the Rings (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Lord_of_the_Rings). Paolini employs stock characters, such as Elves (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Elf), Dwarves (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dwarf), and an Orc-like (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Orc) race known as Urgals (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Urgal), complete with an elite sect known as the Kull, comparable to Saruman's (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Saruman) Uruk-hai (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Uruk-hai). Much of the language in Eragon is comparable to that of Lord of the Rings and some words are nearly identical. For instance, Elessar, Elessari; Morgoth, Morgothar; Imladris, Imiladris; Mithril, Mithrim.[2] (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eragon#_note-0)
Kevin Roegele
11-24-2006, 05:00 PM
http://us.a2.yahoofs.com/groups/g_18345440/.HomePage/__sr_/26b3.jpg?grCvkaFBB1adeiFk
Speedball
11-24-2006, 05:24 PM
You people are making such a big deal out of this. You're all acting like you expect the film to get nominated for awards and be the BEST FANTAsY FILM EVER. It's not. It's just trying to be a good action/fantasy film, and I think that's what it looks like.
Kevin Roegele
11-24-2006, 05:25 PM
You people are making such a big deal out of this. You're all acting like you expect the film to get nominated for awards and be the BEST FANTAsY FILM EVER. It's not. It's just trying to be a good action/fantasy film, and I think that's what it looks like.
Why is it not trying to be the best fantasty film ever? Why not try to be as good as possible? :huh:
Speedball
11-24-2006, 05:26 PM
Why is it not trying to be the best fantasty film ever? Why not try to be as good as possible? :huh:
It is trying to be as good as possible, but I don't think it's trying to dethrone something.
user123456789
11-24-2006, 05:28 PM
Is anyone else's main reason, except for the CGI not looking too good and the fact it looks like a cheap copy, for not wanting to see this the kid, Ed Speelers, I think he's off puttingly ugly.
werd he's ugly as hell
Hudson
11-24-2006, 05:39 PM
Is it wrong to watch a film based on a book without having read the book before hand?
Then there's a lot of films you shouldn't see:huh:
Dan33977
11-24-2006, 08:17 PM
Why is it not trying to be the best fantasty film ever? Why not try to be as good as possible? :huh:
Exactly! Thank you! I never understood it when people tried to pass off a movie's poor quality by saying it's not trying to be good. It's like saying I suck at everything, but it's OK, I'm trying to suck. This is why I don't waste my money on drivel like SNAKES ON A PLANE and it's a concept that a lot of people on this message board don't seem to understand; they mistake it for snobbery or elitism, but it's far from those things.
SapphirePrima
11-25-2006, 01:07 AM
Not sure I can imagine Rachael Weisz doing the voice for this!!!!!! :wow:
Although I did see the trailer to the fountain and i think she could be pretty good for the role Saphira. Dragon looks coool
...Wait the dragon talks:huh: :wow:
Mr. Credible
11-25-2006, 01:37 AM
http://youtube.com/watch?v=Yxmp280GRPM&mode=related&search=
that's the funniest thing i've seen all damn day... i'm tearing up from laughing so hard.
i'm all like, "LOL!"
Cinemaman
11-25-2006, 03:26 AM
http://youtube.com/watch?v=Yxmp280GRPM&mode=related&search=
:D :up:
BloodyWolverine
11-25-2006, 05:27 AM
Same could be said about any fantasy movie for Rings is a very old fantasy story. I want to see this as a fan of fantasy. My greatest hope is that its a Willow good film. I don't expect this to be as good as Rings, Or Harry Potter.
I will see this just because i think it looks cool.
BloodyWolverine
11-25-2006, 05:30 AM
werd he's ugly as hell
Danial Radcliff is no heart throb if you ask me and Harry Potter is a big franchise. Face lots of people already hate the film and its a waste for them to go if they won't even give ita chance.
Kevin Roegele
11-25-2006, 10:17 AM
Eragon will flop, I'll tell you why.
Lord of the Rings suceeded because not only was it magnificent, mind-blowing epic fantasy, it was a very human story. Characters you absolutely loved. So much emotion.
The Eragon trailers are pitching this as, "Look at all this cool fantasy spectacle!"
No chance. Sorry.
Movies205
11-25-2006, 10:21 AM
Eragon will flop, I'll tell you why.
Lord of the Rings suceeded because not only was it magnificent, mind-blowing epic fantasy, it was a very human story. Characters you absolutely loved. So much emotion.
The Eragon trailers are pitching this as, "Look at all this cool fantasy spectacle!"
No chance. Sorry.
Perhaps, depends how hte movie is... I could see this having a decent opening weekend, nothing spectactular, and if hte movie actually good, having decent legs... But if the movie is crap, it'll sink fast...
green
11-25-2006, 10:38 AM
Well it's a pretty lackluster holiday season, family movie wise. The only real competition it's going to have is Charlotte's Web and Night at the Museum. People are used to the idea of a LOTR or Potter at XMAS, so it could do well.
Substance D
11-25-2006, 10:42 AM
The Eragon trailers are pitching this as, "Look at all this cool fantasy spectacle!"
Go watch the LOTR trailers, they were presented in very much the same way. "OMIGOD! BIG ASS BATTLE SCENES! WHOA THIS IS EPIC!" And that was about it.
JayKay
11-25-2006, 10:52 AM
Eragon will flop, I'll tell you why.
Lord of the Rings suceeded because not only was it magnificent, mind-blowing epic fantasy, it was a very human story. Characters you absolutely loved. So much emotion.
The Eragon trailers are pitching this as, "Look at all this cool fantasy spectacle!"
No chance. Sorry.Just about every movie of this size advertises itself that way.
xwolverine2
11-25-2006, 11:02 AM
...Wait the dragon talks:huh: :wow:
o h hell n o !!!!!:wow: :o :cmad:
xwolverine2
11-25-2006, 11:03 AM
http://us.a2.yahoofs.com/groups/g_18345440/.HomePage/__sr_/26b3.jpg?grAqMaFBnMoYeiFk
BWAHAHAHAHHAHA!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
:woot: :woot: :woot:
right-click save as
terry78
11-25-2006, 11:08 AM
o h hell n o !!!!!:wow: :o :cmad:
Only telepathically.
xwolverine2
11-25-2006, 11:13 AM
Only telepathically.
is that better?:huh: :csad:
I SEE SPIDEY
11-25-2006, 01:01 PM
http://us.a2.yahoofs.com/groups/g_18345440/.HomePage/__sr_/26b3.jpg?grAqMaFBnMoYeiFkI love this.
is that better?:huh: :csad:
Her mouth won't move, I think.
Kevin Roegele
11-25-2006, 07:29 PM
Just about every movie of this size advertises itself that way.
Absolutely, but sword and sorcery movies are so cliched - I mean, I bet everybody on this board could more or less guess the story of Eragon with 80% accuracy - that viewers lose interest very quickly.
Kevin Roegele
11-25-2006, 07:31 PM
Go watch the LOTR trailers, they were presented in very much the same way. "OMIGOD! BIG ASS BATTLE SCENES! WHOA THIS IS EPIC!" And that was about it.
Yeah, but A. The LotR trailers truly were amazing, and B. Lord of the Rings is one of the most popular books ever written, and a huge part of popular culture for decades.
aaron
11-25-2006, 07:33 PM
I honestly think, from the trailers, that this looks like a movie Uwe Boll could have made with 100 million dollars.
GoldenAgeHero
11-25-2006, 07:53 PM
^^agreed
Kevin Roegele
11-25-2006, 08:24 PM
We're the target audience for this movie, and from what I've read no-one is going to be rushing to the cinema to see this.
LOL, sounds like I'm against the movie, but I can't be as I haven't seen it. What I am against is the cynicism of the marketing campaign and the very fact that it is a cash-in on Lord of the Rings. The British advertising for the movie even used the phrase, "Catch the next big fantasy saga".
aaron
11-25-2006, 08:30 PM
I'm definitely against the film... mainly 'cos it looks like a Uwe Boll joint and because the kid is fugly!
GoldenAgeHero
11-25-2006, 08:57 PM
^agreed.
aaron
11-25-2006, 09:20 PM
You've agreed with me twice now! Hehe! Yay!
terry78
11-25-2006, 10:15 PM
We won't see it, but little kids will. They are the ones that have read the book, after all. Any popular novel translation gets an automatic fanbase.
primemover
11-25-2006, 10:24 PM
Eragon will flop, I'll tell you why.
Lord of the Rings suceeded because not only was it magnificent, mind-blowing epic fantasy, it was a very human story. Characters you absolutely loved. So much emotion.
The Eragon trailers are pitching this as, "Look at all this cool fantasy spectacle!"
No chance. Sorry.
This is pure hindsight, you will not know any of this until you actually see the film.
Funny also how a few of you are actually dogging this film due to the comeliness of the lead actor, there a trend developing here, something you guys might want to tell us?
terry78
11-25-2006, 10:27 PM
^We don't like movies where the main male lead is hotter than us. Though by that logic we should hate every movie. Zing!
primemover
11-25-2006, 10:35 PM
^We don't like movies where the main male lead is hotter than us. Though by that logic we should hate every movie. Zing!
I guess they're awaiting that Steve Buscemi leading man vehicle!
aaron
11-25-2006, 10:39 PM
He's hot?!
GoldenAgeHero
11-25-2006, 10:58 PM
^We don't like movies where the main male lead is hotter than us. Though by that logic we should hate every movie. Zing!
its not that its he looks ****in odd. i just want to punch him in his face.
aaron
11-25-2006, 11:00 PM
^ Seconded.
Darth Elektra
11-25-2006, 11:27 PM
I keep seeing alot of tv commercials.
BloodyWolverine
11-26-2006, 12:37 AM
Pretty much the people who liked the book will see this. Obviously there are the same trailer haters that have decided the movie is crap and want no one to disagree. No one can say how good a movie will do. Movies as of late cannot be predicted well. Eragon clearly was smart like Narnia and took the Rings holiday slot. However my guess is that Blood Diamond will be the best December movie. I am hoping Eragon is good and i am saving judgement by no matter what pre haters say.
One movie i want to do good i Rocky Balboa as a fan of clasic trilogy movies. I mean no dissrespect but i am hoping this Eragon is better then you guys think. But then again you already hate it and so why even should i waste my breath.
primemover
11-26-2006, 02:09 AM
its not that its he looks ****in odd. i just want to punch him in his face.
Pretty stupid comment right here, he looks odd so you want to punch him in the face . .
boydston_14
11-26-2006, 02:36 AM
Pretty stupid comment right here, he looks odd so you want to punch him in the face . .
Man, then Quasi Modo's screwed!
primemover
11-26-2006, 03:37 AM
Man, then Quasi Modo's screwed!
I don't think Quasimodo has anything to fear from a superhero forum jockey.
Kevin Roegele
11-26-2006, 09:21 AM
This is pure hindsight, you will not know any of this until you actually see the film.
I'm commenting on the advertising.
Funny also how a few of you are actually dogging this film due to the comeliness of the lead actor, there a trend developing here, something you guys might want to tell us?
I wish you hadn't used the word, 'dogging'. That's a serious problem here in the UK and I'm hoping it's not happening on the set of Eragon. .
Bastila
11-26-2006, 10:29 AM
I really am looking forward to this film, saw the trailer at the pictures and it looks cool.
There are lots of billboards around with posters for this now.
xwolverine2
11-26-2006, 10:32 AM
^We don't like movies where the main male lead is hotter than us. Though by that logic we should hate every movie. Zing!
routh is ugly...... i still didnt like SR
Dr. Fate
11-26-2006, 08:24 PM
routh is ugly...... i still didnt like SR
Was there anything about SR worth liking?
AVEITWITHJAMON
11-27-2006, 06:32 AM
I'm looking forward to this movie as i have just started reading the book and it is a page turner.
Speedball
11-27-2006, 08:36 PM
I just saw a new Trailer with Heroes. That first scene in the tv spot was amazing. It was in first person on top Saphira. How can people be saying the CGI isn't all that great? It looks amazing from what I have seen.
Fanticon
11-27-2006, 10:28 PM
I really think this movie is gonna bomb. I've watched the previews, I tried giving it a chance...maybe its the marketing...but I just don't see this one becoming the next Narnia. The book is fairly new, and not popular enough. 60-70million tops.
The Dark Defender
11-27-2006, 10:31 PM
Was there anything about SR worth liking?
The salvation of the end credits.
Anyways, I think this movie looks damn good. It could top Potter and Narnia(quality-wise).
xwolverine2
11-27-2006, 10:36 PM
The salvation of the end credits.
LMAO!!!!!!!!:woot: :woot: :woot:
true true:woot:
Dr. Fate
11-27-2006, 11:01 PM
The salvation of the end credits.
Anyways, I think this movie looks damn good. It could top Potter and Narnia(quality-wise).
Seriously, was there anything about SR worth liking?
xwolverine2
11-27-2006, 11:12 PM
Seriously, was there anything about SR worth liking?
james marsden:meow:
Speedball
11-28-2006, 01:02 AM
Can we please stop turning this into a Superman Returns bashing thread.
Kevin Roegele
11-28-2006, 08:51 AM
Can we please stop turning this into a Superman Returns bashing thread.
Let's reverse it and turn it into a Superman Returns LOVING thread!
http://www.blogdecine.com/images/superman_returns_banda_sonora.jpg
YEAH!
http://www.fresh99.com/images/supermanreturns/superman-posing.jpg
YEAH!
AndThePickles
11-28-2006, 08:59 AM
I really think this movie is gonna bomb. I've watched the previews, I tried giving it a chance...maybe its the marketing...but I just don't see this one becoming the next Narnia. The book is fairly new, and not popular enough. 60-70million tops.
It may not be widely known, but the market for fantasy movies is still huge right now. I think a lot of people will go see it because it has battles and a dragon in it.
Dr. Fate
11-28-2006, 09:40 AM
Let's reverse it and turn it into a Superman Returns LOVING thread!
http://www.blogdecine.com/images/superman_returns_banda_sonora.jpg
YEAH!
http://www.fresh99.com/images/supermanreturns/superman-posing.jpg
YEAH!
HELL NO!
Ahem.
Back on topic - let us all give this "Eragon" a chance.
Child-of-Light
11-28-2006, 07:24 PM
did anyone see the tv spot with durza disinagrating it looked like jean killing him form x men 3
JayKay
11-29-2006, 10:30 AM
Seriously, was there anything about SR worth liking?The high quality of the film?
Substance D
11-29-2006, 10:33 AM
The high quality of the film?
LOL!
Keep up this kind of humor and you'll be one of the most popular posters on this board in no time!
JayKay
11-29-2006, 10:42 AM
LOL!
Keep up this kind of humor and you'll be one of the most popular posters on this board in no time!The real hilarious thing is how concerned you are with me liking a film to the point that you have to make fun, really really pathetic.
Substance D
11-29-2006, 10:48 AM
The real hilarious thing is how concerned you are with me liking a film to the point that you have to make fun, really really pathetic.
Relax, it was a harmless jest. You already did a enough damage to yourself by calling SR a "high quality film".
Dr. Fate
11-29-2006, 11:59 AM
Relax, it was a harmless jest. You already did a enough damage to yourself by calling SR a "high quality film".
What the Hell kind of society are we living where a piece of junk like SR passes as a "high quality film"?
Hunter Rider
11-29-2006, 12:05 PM
The same one that gives a piece of crud like X3 a record opening i guess
I SEE SPIDEY
11-29-2006, 12:45 PM
SR is a high quality film to some people and it's not to others. Same for X3, nobody is really right or wrong because they can't be, it's all opinion folks.
It's my opinion that neither of them are high quality films.
EXCELSIOR
11-29-2006, 01:02 PM
The real hilarious thing is how concerned you are with me liking a film to the point that you have to make fun, really really pathetic.
BYE BYE Saph!
Hunter Rider
11-29-2006, 01:03 PM
BYE BYE Saph!
How did you spot that ?:wow:
Cinemaman
11-29-2006, 01:15 PM
BYE BYE Saph!
Saph? That was Saph? :eek:
terry78
11-30-2006, 11:03 AM
Well, they finally chose a rating, and it is rated PG for fantasy violence, intense battle sequences, and some frightening images. It may be a hard PG more than likely, as I thought they were going for a PG-13 for certain.
www.eragonmovie.com
aaron
11-30-2006, 11:08 AM
Are you gonna see this s**t? (and not s**t as in the good type)
terry78
11-30-2006, 11:10 AM
With it being the only "fantasy" movie coming out this season, yeah.
aaron
11-30-2006, 11:11 AM
Still looks like a Uwe Boll picture though. :D
Substance D
11-30-2006, 11:16 AM
Still looks like a Uwe Boll picture though. :D
nah, the SFX are much better and it actually has scope.
aaron
11-30-2006, 11:18 AM
As in it looks really tacky and crap.
primemover
11-30-2006, 01:12 PM
I will wait for the reviews before I take a jaunt to this one at the theater, though I will definately see it on DVD.
aaron
11-30-2006, 03:28 PM
Yeah, I'll catch it on DVD I think.
xwolverine2
11-30-2006, 03:31 PM
pg!?!!?
oh hell no!
Substance D
11-30-2006, 03:41 PM
pg!?!!?
oh hell no!
PG is like the new Pg-13... Dude got his head cut off in Episode 2.
terry78
11-30-2006, 03:41 PM
I think they're bringing PG back to what it was in the 1980's. I noticed that Deck the Halls and Pink Panther, sucky movies they were, treaded very close to PG-13 territory.
pg!?!!?
oh hell no!
Eh, what did you expect?
Though the book had good gore and violence. People splitting in two etc.
Cinemaman
11-30-2006, 03:45 PM
I am looking forward to critics' reviews of this movie :D
aaron
11-30-2006, 03:50 PM
Haha, me too.
WormyT
11-30-2006, 04:25 PM
This may be a decent movie but I fear it may Bomb.
it doesn't look as inviting as Narnia did. I look at this and I'm reminded of Dungeons and Dragons especially when theres glowing swords and such.
I may check it out anyway.
The walking Tacos skit is hilarious btw.
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