Monthly Archives: November 2007

More on TGC Ending & Changes

Posted on November 16, 2007 by Will

Following their Q&A session with Chris Weitz, MTV have posted a piece on the altered ending of The Golden Compass, featuring some new quotes from New Line and the director. Chris Weitz says the change was made so that the … Continue reading →

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Chinese Lyra Chosen

Posted on November 15, 2007 by Will

China have chosen their “Lyra”. An official internet survey was carried out – with over 10,000 people voting – to chose a Chinese female star who most resembles Lyra. Ella, from the Taiwanese Pop music group S.H.E., won, with Tungstar … Continue reading →

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Magazine Articles

Posted on November 15, 2007 by Ian

The official movie blog features two new magazine articles, from The Works and Starburst, which offer little in the way of new information, but do offer some impressive photography. It furthermore gives us a preview to the multiple glossy page … Continue reading →

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New Lyra Featurette

Posted on November 15, 2007 by Ian

A new film featurette about the character and casting of Lyra, and in particular about Dakota Blue Richards, has been released by New Line. It features the thoughts of Daniel Craig, Nicole Kidman, Chris Weitz and indeed Richards herself. It’s … Continue reading →

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Chris Weitz Answers Questions

Posted on November 15, 2007 by Will

MTV have posted the first part of a very illuminating Q&A session with Chris Weitz, the director of The Golden Compass. Weitz addresses the ongoing rows over His Dark Materials’ religious themes, making clear that the overt stating of some … Continue reading →

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