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Post by timeship2 on Mar 5, 2005 18:02:39 GMT
All I'm going to do is simply wait until March 30th to see what does (or doesn't!) happen. Further speculation is simply pointless now. The proof of the pudding may be in the eating while at the theatre, but if they simply don't serve the pudding at any theatre near me then it's a moot point.
As has been said before, if it *does* end up on DVD (and it is physically purchasable rather than just existing in some parallel universe like the film itself seems to be at the moment) then I'll most likely buy it, though I'd rather rent it first.
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Post by themotile on Mar 5, 2005 18:18:31 GMT
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syrtismajor
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Heat rays are for wimps, all hail the egg whisk!
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Post by syrtismajor on Mar 5, 2005 18:31:16 GMT
It's portugeuse I believe and translated, thanks to Alta Vista Babel translator! (crap as it is but makes it readable), it says,,,, 'Comments of the Cinema in Scene: With this film, the Pendragon intended to the same cause impact that the famous radio transmission that Orson Welles got in 1938. Before the plain age to produce a version brought up to date of the book of H.G. Wells, but the impact of the terrorist attempted against ones of 11 of September had made the director to opt to counting the original history, that if passes in the year of 1898 (by the way, something that it can relieve a result well more interesting). Already we saw a little of that Steven Spielberg is preparing for its War of the Worlds. But and how much to this old project, developed well before the hollywoodiana megaprodução? Therefore the Pendragon Pictures placed in air a new trailer of its adaptation of the book of H.G. Wells, now, with special scenes effects and action. The film arrives at the American cinemas in 30 of March, clearly, in a very lesser number of cinemas that Spielberg will occupy in 29 of June. Of any form, it does not leave of being curious (and healthy) to see the effort of an independent studio in carrying through an ambitious project as this, front to the imposition of the marketing of Hollywood.'
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Post by themotile on Mar 5, 2005 19:08:33 GMT
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Post by twistedrabbit on Mar 5, 2005 19:32:32 GMT
Sure it's not Apple that's funding the movie?...I mean look at the graphics. ;D No, but seriously...a Martian that is a giant Bill Gates head.
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Post by Iain on Mar 5, 2005 21:02:38 GMT
Hi all, Paul Allen has his own website, www.paulallen.comDoesn't give any info about Pendragon or WOTW, but he does own an independant production company called Vulcan Productions. www.vulcanproductions.comGuess what Paul Allen/Vulcan Productions own?, if you said a movie cinema (called cinerama), then well done you!!! I may be completely wrong, but this looks mighty convienient doesn't it!!!! Iain
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Post by McTodd on Mar 5, 2005 21:29:46 GMT
Sure it's not Apple that's funding the movie?...I mean look at the graphics. ;D No, but seriously...a Martian that is a giant Bill Gates head. AAAARRRGGGHHH!!!
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Post by themotile on Mar 5, 2005 21:41:00 GMT
Dear god, I will have nightmares tonight! LMAO very good! ;D
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Post by Amasov on Mar 5, 2005 22:06:23 GMT
Hi all, Paul Allen has his own website, www.paulallen.comDoesn't give any info about Pendragon or WOTW, but he does own an independant production company called Vulcan Productions. www.vulcanproductions.comGuess what Paul Allen/Vulcan Productions own?, if you said a movie cinema (called cinerama), then well done you!!! I may be completely wrong, but this looks mighty convienient doesn't it!!!! Iain Vulcan Productions' interesting mission statement: "Vulcan Productions' motion picture team is dedicated to creating films characterized by great storytelling, significant artistic merit, and long-term commercial success. We work with established and emerging directors and producers who have a track record of success in delivering all three elements. The stories we seek are those that engage an audience both intellectually and emotionally; stories that capture the imagination and reveal the human condition. We also support the filmmaking endeavors of affiliated companies, providing the production and management oversight necessary to bolster their educational, artistic, and entertainment value."
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Post by themotile on Mar 5, 2005 22:17:43 GMT
Plot thickens, looks like a likely candidate for being the pay master.
Is it worth emailing them?
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Post by notobfukwiv on Mar 6, 2005 1:24:23 GMT
Numerous contributors on this board still feel the need to express their concerns regarding Pendragon and their version of TWOTW. I take notice that some of our more ardent fans feel hurt or let down, in more extreme cases betrayed considering their loyalty, initial/ongoing support and enthusiasm towards Pendragon. Others appear more optimistic and upbeat which is pleasing to see, open-minded if you like. I fully respect those views along with contributors who have a more ‘so what’ attitude. We all have our opinions regardless of whether we agree or disagree on any particular topic, in this case Pendragon.
Probing questions in relation to issues surrounding Pendragon and their production, I suppose, are still high on the agenda for some and this is highlighted at the start of this particular thread followed by the opening of another can of worms with comments and opinions shared with us. I noticed that one contributor claimed they were losing faith, another outlined possible causes/reasons for this charade, which leant towards economics, production, and legalities summing up perfectly, which in my opinion from an awareness standpoint is the most important, communication. One particular contributor injected humour into their view with reference to the classic, Casablanca. Some may have considered that approach amusing and one can underline that with the old cliché, ‘many a true word spoken in a jest’. I have to agree with this contributor; indeed events should never have evolved in the manner of which they have. I see a situation that been allowed to blow out of proportion and ‘snowball’ from an expectation standpoint. I’ll leave it up to the board to decide who takes responsibility for that.
I also noticed, again, at the start of this thread, the word ‘plan’ and the fact that this contributor felt that, ‘everything didn’t appear to be running smoothly’. Observers can decide for themselves whether they consider that to be an understatement.
Successful companies stimulate their own growth, embrace change and openly welcome criticism, for it is only through having these and many other qualities do they survive and/or expand. Successful companies create action plans and with the right management execute those plans with due diligence. Successful companies continuously aim to exceed the expectations of their following/customers. Successful companies invest in advertising, use the media, radio, internet, television and just about anything to circulate their name and broaden awareness of their existence. In short, they communicate effectively to achieve their ends.
With the greatest of respect to Pendragon, they really do need to ‘get their finger on the pulse’.
In closing, I would say to ‘the motile’, it is worth emailing them, after all we want to know, what do we have to lose?
Regards
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Post by dudalb on Mar 6, 2005 5:10:03 GMT
From the Jeffrey Welles interview with Hines: "For one thing, the 44 year-old Hines won’t tell me who his financial backers are, except to describe them as "computer industry people, and I’m not talking about Paul Allen or Bill Gates." He said one of the individuals behind the project is "one of the largest venture capitalists in the world."" That rules out Allen or Gates. I suspect that Hines is just blowing more smoke with his "computer Industry People". If I were one of them , I would have been on the phone with Hines five minutes after seeing the SFX in the first trailer yelling "What the Hell Have you Done With My Money"? Well, maybe people will learn a lesson from this: Treat any bigtime project coming from someone you have never heard of with more then a grain of skepticism.
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Post by themotile on Mar 6, 2005 9:14:03 GMT
Just because Jeff Wells doesnt think its Paul Allen doesnt mean it isnt Paul Allen, he doesnt quote Hines as saying either way. Look at the evidense, Allen runs a war of the worlds museum, hes getting all the props from the 'movie', Hines is quoated in 3 interviews as saying his backer is was a co-founder of microsoft and Allen was a co-founder at microsoft, Allen has the funds to back a film like this and he has the motive, he is a fan.
Im just pointing out possabilitys.
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Post by McTodd on Mar 6, 2005 9:21:59 GMT
Looks like we're not the only ones sceptical of Pendragon's release date (http://www.scifimoviepage.com/art_warofworlds.html):
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Post by themotile on Mar 6, 2005 9:29:45 GMT
Looks like we're not the only ones sceptical of Pendragon's release date (http://www.scifimoviepage.com/art_warofworlds.html): Its almost like this guy had a crystal ball......spooky.
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Post by bunglebonce on Mar 6, 2005 9:57:18 GMT
Hello all First post, but have been browsing occasionally for a while. I wanted to add my thoughts regarding Pendragons film, so here goes. I first heard about it in September, and been excited about the film since then, having always been a War of the Worlds fan (Im another who shat himself at a young age to Jeff Waynes version lol). To be honest, im still really looking forward to this version, despite budget. I do not feel the trailer is as bad as it has been made out to be, maybe my expectations are realistic, ive seen some right crap budgeted 5/6 times that amount. I too am frustrated about lack of news/info, but in the great scheme of things its not affecting my life and what happens with the film happens. The main thing for me is that a version has been attempted that is as true as poss to the novel. I am not interested in the slightest with spielbergs version, hes just picked one or two bits from the book and made independence day 2 in my opinion. When and if the film comes out i will be there, supporting it.
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Post by jeffwaynefan on Mar 6, 2005 11:07:53 GMT
Indeed. . . . If the film does not come out or its not to our expectations, its not like the day after were going to go into work and hold the boss hostage, so its not a life changing affair is it really.
As they say 'sh*t happens'
If TH/PP dont pull this film off, OK, so what, we have had a unplesant time but when the other 2 WOTW projects come out so 'another' director mayl look at WOTW and think 'hey, Im going to have a bash at a period film of this'.
H_C
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Post by bunglebonce on Mar 6, 2005 12:53:13 GMT
Exactly Horsell,
I am making my own mind up about the film at this time, from the stills and even the trailer i am going to give it a fair chance, and not be an armchair director or spend time finding anything i can to be negative about it. We can only fairly review it in the context of the full feature.
I do feel however that Pendragon have messed up big time regarding updating fans/news, but maybe they are very behind schedule or whatever other reason.
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Post by themotile on Mar 6, 2005 16:48:51 GMT
Has anyone noticed what has happened, or rather what Pendragon has allowed to happen...the whole topic is becoming old and stale, its burned out, even the funny posts have stopped. The resounding theme of "who cares" and "oh well" is banging around the walls of the threads like the dying martians ulla ulla in dead London.
Why would pendragon allow this to happen when this particular fire of interest would have been easy to reignite with the smallest of posts on their site or a short mouth watering trailer on howstuffworks.
24 days and counting.
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Post by jeffwaynefan on Mar 6, 2005 17:02:22 GMT
maybe they've taken the same approach as we have
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