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flag Up to 27 animals died on a New Zealand film set for The Hobbit, with workers citing unsafe conditions and poor care.

flag Up to 27 animals died on a New Zealand farm used for The Hobbit trilogy, former handlers say, citing hazardous conditions like sinkholes, faulty fencing, and steep drop-offs. flag Workers reported multiple deaths from falls, injuries, and suspected illness linked to poor housing and diet changes, with some fatalities occurring despite safety concerns raised by staff. flag The production company acknowledged some deaths were preventable and said it improved conditions after early incidents, though no autopsies were performed. flag The American Humane Association confirmed no harm during filming but admitted its oversight didn’t cover off-set animal housing.

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