Peter Jackson returns to the fantasy genre

[gregtestagent]

The movie sounds like bull****. Why doesn't he just direct Halo?

 

[swifty]

He filmed around making effects, this restricted his creativity. He used very plain filmic language, no interesting shots, the image was quite oftne plain, he didn't shoot it badly, he just shot it. It was boring from a directorial point of veiw, yes he put in effort, but everyone did on the movie, it was a multi million blockbuster, so of course other people were involved and they all worked hard! And as it's nearly 2am, I shall resume this discussion another time, good night and good luck.

look!! when you're ready to direct a movie and surpass 11 Oscars then talk.

 

[bluejake01]

Different filmmakers use varying degrees of actors and general shots and landscapes and narrative devices. 2001 is very special, but other directors use large amounts of non-acting narrative devices.

There were actors in 2001, but they barely had to do anything, they did what they had to do well, but still, they were not the integral part, so to speak.

And Kubrik showed that you can have a heavily acting based film, and be innovative with shots and filming techniques, ie: BArry Lyndon(his best work!)

Are you just vomiting up these posts after attending the bloated film-school buffet? Nice text book answers you got there, like every other wannabe film-maker I went to school with.

 

[Ghostvirus]

He filmed around making effects, this restricted his creativity. He used very plain filmic language, no interesting shots, the image was quite oftne plain, he didn't shoot it badly, he just shot it. It was boring from a directorial point of veiw, yes he put in effort, but everyone did on the movie, it was a multi million blockbuster, so of course other people were involved and they all worked hard! And as it's nearly 2am, I shall resume this discussion another time, good night and good luck.

I totally agree. Me, & a friend had the same discussion about braveheart. The land of Ireland is so beautiful that really all you need to do is just set a camera down, & shoot it. This gives the illusion that it was well directed. Same with LOTR. New Zealand is a beautiful place, thefore the illusion.

The camera should tell the story as well, & it didn't in bother these cases. Never the less they were both still very beautiful looking movies.

 

[Mentok]

*Shakes head*

For the last time, JACKSON HAS OPTIONED THE BOOKS, NOTHING MORE. HIS NEXT FILM IS STILL 'THE LOVLEY BONES'

 

[bluejake01]

I totally agree. Me, & a friend had the same discussion about braveheart. The land of Ireland is so beautiful that really all you need to do is just set a camera down, & shoot it. This gives the illusion that it was well directed. Same with LOTR. New Zealand is a beautiful place, thefore the illusion.

The camera should tell the story as well, & it didn't in bother these cases. Never the less they were both still very beautiful looking movies.

Some of the more visually interesting shots in the film happen on soundstages, where Jackson was in the directors chair...Most of the location shooting was done by second and third unit, under his A.D.s.

Not only that but Jackson was not the DP...he was the Director

 

[Cyrusbales]

look!! when you're ready to direct a movie and surpass 11 Oscars then talk.

OK, like 10 hours of film, and it got all these awards right.... Wow, it's like every one went to peter jackson...I think the praise belgons to the editing team, the make-up, the music, effects. 10 hours and one oscar for PJ, not exactly hitchcock is it? And oscars aren't the best gauge of talent, for instance Nigel hawthorne deserved the oscar for best actor one year, but becuase it went to a brit the year before, they couldn't let another brit have it! And it has awards for foreign films, why? because if they compared the american films directly with the likes of Almodovar and Kar wai won's work, the americans would go no awards at their own events! It's a lot more about politics and pride than skill.

Best Sound Editing
Best Visual Effects
Best Cinematography
Best Effects, Visual Effects
Best Makeup
Best Music, Original Score
Best Art Direction-Set DecorationBest Costume Design
Best Director
Best Editing
Best Music, Original Score
Best Music, Original Song
Best Picture
Best Sound
Best Visual Effects
Best Writing, Screenplay Based on Material Previously Produced or Published

 

[Matt]

I don't care what anyone says. It sounds cool as hell.

"I can't wait to see Napoleonic battles fought with a squadron of dragons. That's what I go to the movies for."

I know thats what I go to the movies for

 

[Matt]

The movie sounds like bull****. Why doesn't he just direct Halo?

Because Halo will inevitably suck.

 

[The Kid]

NO it won't. It'll be damn good.

 

[green]

There's a pretty good lengthy interview up with the author about Jackson and the whole deal.

http://www.aintitcool.com/node/31183

 

[Gonking]

I totally agree. Me, & a friend had the same discussion about braveheart. The land of Ireland is so beautiful that really all you need to do is just set a camera down, & shoot it. This gives the illusion that it was well directed. Same with LOTR. New Zealand is a beautiful place, thefore the illusion.

A good location is not enough to make a great direction.

 

[Kevin Roegele]

Peter Jackson to Adapt Temeraire
Source: The Hollywood Reporter September 12, 2006


Peter Jackson is eyeing his next fantasy series, optioning "Temeraire." The historical fantasy series ("His Majesty's Dragon," "Throne of Jade" and "Black Powder War") was written by Naomi Novik.

The "Temeraire" saga reimagines the world of the Napoleonic Wars with the addition of an air force of dragons and valiant aviators. It centers on British naval Capt. Will Laurence, who captures a French ship, where he discovers an unhatched dragon egg in the hold -- a gift from the Emperor of China intended for Napoleon. When the egg hatches, he is forced to give up his naval career to become captain of the dragon he names Temeraire.

" 'Temeraire' is a terrific meld of two genres that I particularly love -- fantasy and historical epic," Jackson said. "I can't wait to see Napoleonic battles fought with a squadron of dragons. That's what I go to the movies for."

Jackson also is looking to take the books into the realm of interactive entertainment.

Novik wrote the first "Temeraire" book in 2004. When Del Rey saw it, the publisher asked for two more books. The series was launched in the spring.

"As I was reading these books, I could see them coming to life in my mind's eye," Jackson said. "These are beautifully written novels, not only fresh, original and fast-paced, but full of wonderful characters with real heart."

Jackson has not yet decided whether he will make one movie or three or if the books can be introduced by other media first.

In that vein, Jackson has optioned Alice Sebold's The Lovely Bones and is writing the adaptation with partners Fran Walsh and Philippa Boyens on spec with the intent of speaking to distributors after the script is done. He plans to direct the movie in the second-half 2007.

Novik is writing the fourth installment of the series. Visit the books' official website for more info.

Doesn't say Jackson is directing. I doubt he will.

 

[DACrowe]

Feels like Jackson is playing it safe. Why not branch off into new territory or new material. After LOTR and KK you'd think he'd be tired of doing movies with CGI and giant monsters. But he still sticks with one genre.

The premise itself is bad to me though (dragons in the Napoleonic War? Why not just make a movie about the Napoleonic War. It'd be much more interesting).

Also, to those who said he is as good or better than Speilberg....I think that just ended the argument then.

 

[Galactus]

Peter Jackson says that he's undecided as to his next directorial effort once he wraps "The Lovely Bones". Jackson says "We are developing a couple of projects which are potentially films that I'd direct for next year. Temeraire is still on the cards. But those are really taking a second place at the moment."

Naomi Novik's fantasy novel series "Tenemaire" revolves around English and French armies fighting in the Napoleonic wars with dragons.

 

[Mister H.]

The story sounds ridiculous. As another poster asked, "why not just make a film about the Napoleanic Wars?" Dragons? Seriously?

The Lovely Bones looks very promising and I hope to see him focus on more small scale films that are about people, not about creatures.

 

[BloodyWolverine]

I can imagine Peter Jackson is like saying at home they will pay big money too Have Steve Summer Direct GI-Joe in super inhancement suits but won't give me money i needed to make Halo which those suits look from anyways.

 

[Sentinel X]

Thank God he is doing TinTin after Lovely Bones because quite honestly this sound so stupid

 

[Mister H.]

I just wish the guy would quit adapting literature and shoot from an original screenplay.

 

[nite-owl]

Most of Alfred Hitchcock and Stanley Kubrick movies were adaptations.

 

[AnorexicBatman]

I would rather have him direct a Wonder Woman movie...
Since he seems to love swords and mythical beasts so much...

 

[Nightmare]

lol, wow.

 

[Mister H.]

Most of Alfred Hitchcock and Stanley Kubrick movies were adaptations.

That involved actual human beings in situations I can relate to. LOTR is a masterpiece, no doubt, but the more of these fantasy movies you put out, the more you increase the odds of a collossal failure.

 

[xwolverine2]

whats with the PJ hate?

im sure everyone has their dream movie they'd like him to direct...
but so does he and i can respect that. If he did a film about something he didnt like it would turn out like crap.

 

[Mister H.]

whats with the PJ hate?

im sure everyone has their dream movie they'd like him to direct...
but so does he and i can respect that. If he did a film about something he didnt like it would turn out like crap.

No one is saying he should shoot a film "about something he didn't like". But does he like anything that doesn't involve the supernatural?