ScoChk's blog: "Movie News"

WorstPreviews has dedicated a good amount of time to keep you informed about "The Hobbit," especially all the arguments between director Peter Jackson (Lord of the Rings) and New Line CEO Bob Shaye. Judging by everything that was said, there was no way Shaye would ever consider bringing Jackson back due to a pending lawsuit, even though most of actors from the trilogy cannot believe that the director might not be returning to helm the spin-off. Now, according to LA Times, eager to move ahead with "The Hobbit," Shaye has quietly been trying to mend fences (possibly itching for a big hit) and has even opened up talks with Jackson. When asked if it was true that company insiders had been in talks with Jackson's reps, Shaye replied, "Yes, that's a fair statement. Notwithstanding our personal quarrels, I really respect and admire Peter and would love for him to be creatively involved in some way in 'The Hobbit.'"