WHAT WENT WRONG The Lord Of The Rings (Part 2)
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Sep 11, 2023 Learn how Sean Connery missed out on half a billion bucks, Stanley Kubrick inadvertently gave us Wolverine and Gandalf, and New Line’s decision to bet the franchise on a $2M blowout at Cannes. Also, the challenges and doubts of 'The Lord of the Rings' trilogy and the process of casting the Hobbits, Elijah Wood as Frodo, and Gandalf and Aragorn. Plus, behind-the-scenes sculpture scanning and anticipation for the release of The Lord of the Rings.
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Gyllenhaal vs. Wood
- Peter Jackson nearly cast Jake Gyllenhaal as Frodo but was put off by his Californian accent.
- He ultimately chose Elijah Wood after seeing his audition tape, captivated by his expressive eyes.
Connery's Missed Opportunity
- New Line wanted Sean Connery as Gandalf, offering him a large sum and 15% of the gross.
- Connery never responded to the offer, later admitting he didn't understand the script.
McKellen's Path to Gandalf
- Ian McKellen initially turned down Gandalf due to his commitment to X-Men.
- Production delays on X-Men, caused by a chain reaction of other films, freed McKellen.