The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey Trailer Impressions: An Epic Prequel to The Lord of the Rings Film Trilogy

The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey is Warner Bros. 2012 prequel to the Lord of the Rings Trilogy. It is a film under the same people behind the successful first three film adaptations of the J.R.R. Tolkien's Lord of the Rings books, so expect the same "epicness" that the Lord of the Rings movies have been known for. Let's all watch and await for this seemingly film of the year for 2012.



The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey
Plot / Synopsis

"The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey" follows title character Bilbo Baggins, who is swept into an epic quest to reclaim the lost Dwarf Kingdom of Erebor, which was long ago conquered by the dragon Smaug. Approached out of the blue by the wizard Gandalf the Grey, Bilbo finds himself joining a company of thirteen dwarves led by the legendary warrior, Thorin Oakensheild. Their journey will take them into the Wild; through treacherous lands swarming with Goblins and Orcs, deadly Wargs and Giant Spiders, Shapeshifters and Sorcerers. Although their goal lies to the East and the wastelands of the Lonely Mountain first they must escape the goblin tunnels, where Bilbo meets the creature that will change his life forever ... Gollum. Here, alone with Gollum, on the shores of an underground lake, the unassuming Bilbo Baggins not only discovers depths ofguile and courage that surprise even him, he also gains possession of Gollum's "precious" ring that holds unexpected and useful qualities ... A simple, gold ring that is tied to the fate of all Middle-earth in ways Bilbo cannot begin to know.



The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey is a film by New Line Cinema, Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer, and WingNut Films distributed by Warner Bros. Pictures directed by Peter Jackson, Starring Ian McKellen, Martin Freeman, Cate Blanchett, Orlando Bloom, Ian Holm, Christopher Lee, Hugo Weaving, Elijah Wood, Andy Serkis, Richard Armitage, Jed Brophy, Adam Brown, John Callen, Stephen Fry, Ryan Gage, Mark Hadlow, Peter Hambleton, Stephen Hunter, William Kircher, Sylvester McCoy, Bret McKenzie, Graham McTavish, Mike Mizrahi, James Nesbitt, Dean O'Gorman, Lee Pace, Mikael Persbrandt, Conan Stevens, Ken Stott, Jeffrey Thomas, and Aidan Turner

Watch The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey official movie trailer here:



The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey Official Movie Trailer Impressions
The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey Film Trailer Review

It has long been on both Tolkien and film fans alike, finally it is here... well the official The Hobbit trailer that is. The Lord of the Rings is probably one of the best epic fantasy film adaptation fantasy of all time, and who better else handle tits prequel that Peter Jackson (director of all LOTR Movie Trilogy) himself.



Bilbo Bagins holding out the Elvish Knife "Sting", Frodo's Sword in the Lord of the Rings Trilogy that glows a blue light when orcs are near.

I am not that much of a fanatic but a mere enthusiast of the Lord of the Rings Trilogy, but just the mere sight of Middle-Earth's Bree at the start of the trailer brought shiver down my spine. As someone who hasn't read the books, there are seemingly new faces and places shown here and that is just fine. It is a prequel for Pete's sake. But as soon as you see Gandalf, orcs, trolls, elves, dwarves and a silhouette of a very familiar corrupted hobbit you'll feel at ease that they made this prequel right. Said to be just the first out of a two part prequel, this trailer is just perfect for fans of the Lord of the Rings book and film trilogy, and even to the newer generation who wanted to start their Tolkien film experience right from the very beginning.



What is your favorite Lord of the Rings film amongst the three and why? What are your thoughts about this Lord of the Rings prequel film for 2012? Share your thoughts about The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey at the comments section below:


Check out The Hobbit: an Unexpected Journey Trailer 2 HERE with a scene featuring Gollum and Bilbo

Of Orcs and Men Game Teaser Trailer Impressions: An Unlikely Pair on an Epic Quest

Of Orcs and Men is an upcoming RPG for PS3, PC, and Xbox 360 slated for a Spring 2012 release from Cyanide Studios (Concept and Production) and Spiders (Realization and Development). Orcs and goblins have always been depicted as sometimes mindless, brutal savages of a beast which made them perfect antagonists in most video game and film titles. 2012 marks a year where orcs and goblins turn things around as you now play as them on a seemingly impossible quest.



Of Orcs and Men
Plot / Synopsis

Of Orcs and Men first puts you into the role of an elite Orc soldier from the legendary legion of Bloodjaws, a league of warriors deeply involved in the war opposing the Orcs and Goblins on one side to their persecutors, Humankind. As a veteran warrior who has seen the most brutal of battles, you are appointed by the Orc commander to complete a mission that could change the course of the war: kill the one man responsible for all of this bloodshed, the one who has, for years, exhorted the human masses to loath and fight the green-skinned people: the Emperor himself.

A Goblin will soon join you to aid you in your mission… he is everything the Orc is not. But you find that this works to your advantage as you fight on the battleground and off. Making advantage of their natural traits, they have their own skill trees you will develop. While the Orc focuses on power, reflecting his incredible strength, the Goblin will benefit from darker powers and stealth abilities, making him the perfect assassin.

From the filthy alleys at the foot of the Great Wall, to the depths of the Empire of Men, your two infiltrated heroes will face the greatest dangers through their epic quest. They will commune with the Wizards, fight the assassins and soldiers of the Empire of Men, and oppose the powerful Sisters of Laments.

As the world falls into chaos and you face a cruel and merciless humanity bent on eternal persecution of Orcs and Goblins, your unlikely duo will have one last chance to change the course of History and, hopefully, bringing peace between your peoples.

Of Orcs and Men is scheduled for a Spring 2012 release on Xbox 360, PS3 and PC.

Watch Of Orcs and Men video game trailer here:



Of Orcs and Men Trailer Impressions
Of Orcs and Men Trailer Review

At first glance on this Q2 video game title release of 2012 one might think "What another video game starring orcs?", but just give take time to watch it and you might start to appreciate the beauty of it. Of Orcs and Men is not the first video game that features orc-like creatures as the main protagonists, but there is somehow a nice sense of adventure in this title.



This is the first Of Orcs and Men teaser trailer and it does not tell much of the game all in all. What information it only provides as of this trailer is that Of Orcs and Men is a roleplaying game which lets you control either the big brute orc or the more stealthy goblin. This game might very well be a cooperative video game title. As for the graphics, I am not that into the 3-D, HD graphics stuff. So I think Of Orcs and Men's graphics in this trailer is alright. As long as a game provides excellent gameplay, engaging plot, and superb writing, I am already satisfied. Youtube users also compared and referenced Of Orcs and Men to a 1937 novel entitled "Of Men and Mice" by Nobel Prize-winning author John Steinbeck which tells the story of two migrant workers during the great depression. I made a follow up search for it and discover that the novel itself ended tragically but beautifully, so if ever they adapted the novel's story then they might probably have some compelling stuff in the game. If ever they did use it, I suggest for you gamers out there interested in this title to not spoil yourself by reading "Of Mice and Men" plot summary online, or if you are that curious you can get the actual book and read it.



How about you guys. What do you think about this teaser trailer? Share your thoughts on Of Orcs and Men game trailer a the comments section below: