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Peter Jackson: Lord of the Films
Good Bad Billionaire
Financial Journeys of the Lord of the Rings Trilogy
This chapter explores the financial hurdles during the production of the Lord of the Rings trilogy, examining New Line's efforts to secure diverse funding amid logistical challenges. It highlights the transformative impact of the trilogy on New Zealand's film industry, including significant tax breaks and marketing innovations that led to its box office success. Additionally, it addresses the financial disputes faced by Peter Jackson post-trilogy, his reinvestment into local filmmaking, and the subsequent rise of Weta Digital in the film industry.
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