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The executive producer of the Lord of the Rings trilogy, Bob Shaye is insistent that Peter Jackson will be involved in the making of the prequel. This comes after a series of declarations that Jackson would never work on The Hobbit. The two had a high profile public falling out over the profits generated by the famous trilogy. However, Shaye is now changing his tune and saying that Jackson should have an input on The Hobbit after all. I’m guessing it’s because he’s realized how much of the trilogy’s success is owed to Jackson and he wants to ensure the same for the prequel. Shaye says that he has a great respect for Peter and wants to see him involved in the creative process. Spiderman director Sam Raimi is supposed to directing the film. We all know that a huge part of Lord of the Rings was what Jackson brought to it. It’s not surprising that they would do whatever they can to ensure he is a part of this. I think it would be in the best interest of the film itself and the movie goers that Jackson be involved as well.