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<i>The Hobbit</i> has picked up a visual effects Oscar at a pre-awards ceremony hosted by <i>Star Trek</i> stars Chris Pine and Zoe Saldana.

<i>The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey</i> has been beaten out by <i>Les Miserables</i> and <i>Life of Pi</i> at the <a href='http://www.nzherald.co.nz/entertainment/news/article.cfm?c_id=1501119&objectid=10864663' target='_blank'>British Academy Film Award

Warner Bros and Wingnut Films say the release of documents detailing secret negotiations over The Hobbit will compromise their ability to do business in New Zealand.

John Key says Hollywood finds New Zealand more attractive than other countries because it does not have a strong union movement.

The Prime Minister's office is standing by its tally of the number of jobs created by The Hobbit after criticism it had plucked the number "out of thin air".

The Hobbit was snubbed in the acting, director and best picture categories, but was nominated for technical awards.

It may not be tipped for Oscar glory, but New Zealand movie fans have voted <i>The Hobbit</i> as their best film of 2012.

It took Leatherface and his chainsaw to stop <i>The Hobbit's</i> stranglehold on the top spot at the US box-office.

Ian McKellen's agent has caused confusion after denying a report the actor is battling prostate cancer.

The Hobbit trilogy is already being credited with a big boost to New Zealand tourism with flight bookings jumping significantly.

<i>The Hobbit</i> has reportedly set an opening day New Zealand box office earnings record.

Martin Freeman is on the cusp of major movie stardom, but he’s not feeling happy about it.

<i>The Hobbit</i> is projected to match the final <i>Lord of the Rings</i> film in opening weekend box-office takings.

Movie blogger Dominic Corry says what Peter Jackson should do after the final Hobbit film is out.

Kate Middleton's pregnancy sickness has forced her to cancel an appearance at the UK premiere of <i>The Hobbit</i>.

Hobbit star Ian McKellen has revealed he has been battling prostate cancer for up to seven years, but says it is "contained" and not life threatening.

Ian McKellen is loud and proud about being gay, but he admits to finding Cate Blanchett irresistible.

A UK reviewer has shredded The Hobbit as an interminable film filled with "faff and flummery".

Peter Jackson stayed up till 4am watching Sherlock episodes during his quest to get Martin Freeman to play Bilbo.

Air New Zealand says it is already benefiting from The Hobbit, even before the movie's wide release.