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On these pages you will find resources to make your voice heard. From post cards that can be sent via the mail to example letters you can send to studio executives. If you would like to contribute media for this page, please send an email to creative@thehobbitfilm.com.
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UPDATE - We have added two new example letters to the selection below. We have also added a quicknav box on the right to jump to the example letter that best suits you.
Please note, while pre-written letters are good for getting the point across, adding a personal touch to the templates is encouraged. For tips on writing your own letter, check out our Writing Tips page. If you believe you have written a really quality letter, and would like to share it as a template with others on this page, please email us at letters@thehobbitfilm.com. (Looking for the Address to send these to? Click Here)
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Example Letter 1 (General) |
EX. 01 |
This letter is written from the perspective of typical fan of the films. It is causal and to the point.
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To Whom it May Concern,
I am writing to express my wish that some sort of deal or compromise can be reached so that a film version of The Hobbit can become reality. A few short years ago, I would have been skeptical that a film version of any of Tolkien's work could achieve the same magic that is contained in the books. Luckily, Peter Jackson, the folks at WETA and everyone else he hired proved me wrong and made three outstanding films...[Download Word Doc]
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Example Letter 2 (Personal Story - General) |
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You will need to make sure you EDIT this letter before you send it out. It is written from the perspective of a VERY active fan.
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To Whom it May Concern,
My name is [your name here] and I am writing to express my support for a cooperation between New Line Cinema and MGM/UA that would bring The Hobbit to the big screen. I have been a fan of The Lord of the Rings since I was a child, and I thought Peter Jackson's screen adaptation captured both the magic and the realism I remembered so fondly....[Download Word Doc]
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Example Letter 3 (Big-time Spending Fan) |
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This letter is slightly cynical but very direct. It speaks less about "fandom" and more towards the Hollywood system that follows its own Golden Rule -- "Money talks, bull**** walks." You may edit this as you see fit to include other personal thoughts.
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Dear New Line (and Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer),
My name is _________________ and I have spent a lot of money on "The Lord of the Rings" film trilogy. I went to the theatres (_____ times) and purchased the DVD's. I have bought the tie-in books and toys and plenty of merchandise. [Download Word Doc]
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Example Letter 4 (Bookstore Owners, Librarians, Teachers) |
EX. 04 |
This is a nice letter coming from an employee at a bookstore, and would be a very good example for teachers, librarians and bookstore employees who saw an increase in readership from the movies. Go after that whole Literacy angle. The letter would need to be adapted to individual situations, but that's quite doable.
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To Whom it May Concern,
I work for ___________ in ________, and on behalf of hundreds of customers who have discovered or deepened their appreciation of J.R.R. Tolkien's books via Peter Jackson's films, I ask that New Line Cinema and MGM/UA work together to make THE HOBBIT onscreen a reality.....[Download Word Doc]
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Example Letter 5 (Personal Story - Youth) |
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This is a very sweet letter from a 14 year old girl. It's perfect for highschool students, especially any that are shy and came out of their shell because of the films. In fact, any young person, well into College, might identify with this letter.
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Dear New Line,
The Lord of the Rings movie trilogy, which you have so wonderfully backed, has truly lightened up my life, and I would adore to see The Hobbit turned into a movie. I moved to America from England when I was 12, and I didn't know a single person in the area. On my first day I was nervous, afraid, and didn't want to speak to anyone. However, on the second day I wore a "Fellowship of the Ring" t-shirt to school and some of the most wonderful people started talking to me. Now, aged __, I have a very strong relationship with many fellow Ringers in my school....[Download Word Doc]
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