Surprise, surprise, Bob Shaye is beginning to soften his stance on PJ. I wonder what could have prevailed upon his heart to do that?
FILM BIG LAYS IT ON THE NEW LINE (from end of article)
Shaye hints we should never say never at the idea of Jackson, whom he labeled "arrogant" last year, directing "The Hobbit" someday.
"There's nothing I can really talk about except to say that I believe 'The Hobbit' will be made," says Shaye, choosing his words carefully like the lawyer that he is. "There's a bunch of issues and elements that have to be addressed.
"I don't like to have issues with anybody. Any issues with Mr. Jackson, I would prefer to have them closed, rather than open."
http://www.nypost.com/seven/07102007...u_lumenick.htm