Hollywood Reporter is, well, reporting that Guillermo Del Toro is in talks to direct the two Hobbit movies produced by Peter Jackson. In my opinion, this could turn out to be the best possible choice. Not only did Del Toro deliver “Hellboy” and “Pan’s Labyrinth,” but he’s a dead ringer for Peter Jackson during his Lord of the Rings days!

If you’ve seen “Pan’s Labyrinth,” you know Guillermo Del Toro has an amazing understanding of fantasy storytelling. The tone of his movies are a perfect fit for Middle Earth, and his use of visual effects is innovative and unique. Peter Jackson is still involved as the Executive Producer, and I’m sure that will help create a continuity between this and the Rings trilogy. But I love the idea of a new director coming in to put his spin on “The Hobbit,” to give it a fresh look.

What do you think? Del Toro, good choice? Or did you want Sam “I Hate Venom” Raimi? As excited as I was when the movies were first announced, I’m now officially out of my mind! Let’s settle this writer’s strike so this thing can get moving!!

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