Movies have often touched on familial bonds as the basis for stories and key relationships, with siblings standing out as a key dynamic for good tales. Ranging from epic adventures to fun comedies, these movies follow one of the strongest bonds people can share. For many, the more grounded and believable these dynamics are, the better, with some masterfully combining realism with a wholesome spin.
Sibling relationships often serve as the underpinnings of stories about adversity, with brothers and sisters growing closer as they deal with shared problems. Some of these films are coming-of-age stories that follow siblings growing up together, while others focus on the strong bonds of adults united by blood. Many of these movies are classics in their genres and show what a great brother or sister relationship can be.
Boromir And Faramir Were Heroes Of Gondor
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Sibling relationships often serve as the underpinnings of stories about adversity, with brothers and sisters growing closer as they deal with shared problems. Some of these films are coming-of-age stories that follow siblings growing up together, while others focus on the strong bonds of adults united by blood. Many of these movies are classics in their genres and show what a great brother or sister relationship can be.
Boromir And Faramir Were Heroes Of Gondor
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- 2/7/2024
- by Ashley Land
- Comic Book Resources
Quick Links Imrahil Came to Minas Tirith's Aid Imrahil Earned the Respect of Aragorn and Legolas Imrahil Fought at the Battle of the Black Gate Imrahil was the Prince of the Gondorian region of Dol Amroth in J. R. R. Tolkien's The Lord of the Rings. Imrahil was Denethor's brother-in-law, making him the uncle of Boromir and Faramir from The Lord of the Rings. Imrahil played important parts in the Battle of Pelennor Fields and the Battle of the Black Gate, but Peter Jackson excluded him from his film adaptations.
Gondor was one of the largest kingdoms in J. R. R. Tolkien's The Lord of the Rings, containing several regions with unique cultures and histories. Viewers of Peter Jackson's film adaptations became familiar with the great cities of Osgiliath and Minas Tirith, but they did not learn about the coastal land of Dol Amroth or its valiant leader, Imrahil.
Gondor was one of the largest kingdoms in J. R. R. Tolkien's The Lord of the Rings, containing several regions with unique cultures and histories. Viewers of Peter Jackson's film adaptations became familiar with the great cities of Osgiliath and Minas Tirith, but they did not learn about the coastal land of Dol Amroth or its valiant leader, Imrahil.
- 2/7/2024
- by Sterling Ulrich
- Comic Book Resources
2024 Oscars Best Production Design overview: Can any of the other 3 nominees surpass ‘Barbenheimer’?
A critically important craft to filmmaking is production design. The production designer is responsible for the look of a film, which includes finding locations, designing and building sets, and running the art department. Although the name of this category has changed over the past nine-and-a-half decades, the general principle is the same, with this Oscar going both to a film’s production designer(s) and its set decorator(s).
This category doesn’t usually match the ultimate Best Picture winner; the last time that happened was in 2017 with Guillermo del Toro‘s “The Shape of Water,” and before that was Peter Jackson‘s “The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King” in 2003. One of this year’s nominees didn’t even receive a Best Picture nomination.
SEESarah Greenwood and Katie Spencer (‘Barbie’ production designers) bring colorful playsets to life: ‘It was really hard work to play like that...
This category doesn’t usually match the ultimate Best Picture winner; the last time that happened was in 2017 with Guillermo del Toro‘s “The Shape of Water,” and before that was Peter Jackson‘s “The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King” in 2003. One of this year’s nominees didn’t even receive a Best Picture nomination.
SEESarah Greenwood and Katie Spencer (‘Barbie’ production designers) bring colorful playsets to life: ‘It was really hard work to play like that...
- 2/7/2024
- by Edward Douglas
- Gold Derby
2024 will be the biggest year ever for The Lord of the Rings franchise with two major releases: a new animated movie and a second season of The Rings of Power. The new Lord of the Rings film, The War of the Rohirrim, is a prequel set in a new time period and has the potential to please devoted fans of the franchise. The Rings of Power season 2 is expected to be released before The War of the Rohirrim, and there is potential for both projects to be commercially and critically successful.
With two new major releases coming later this year, 2024 will be the biggest year ever for The Lord of the Rings franchise. This year will see the release of new content on the small and big screens for Lotr fans to enjoy. It’s been 10 years since a new film in the franchise was released and over a year...
With two new major releases coming later this year, 2024 will be the biggest year ever for The Lord of the Rings franchise. This year will see the release of new content on the small and big screens for Lotr fans to enjoy. It’s been 10 years since a new film in the franchise was released and over a year...
- 2/6/2024
- by Alani Casiano
- ScreenRant.com
Quick Links Monsters vs. Aliens Had a Team of Lovable Characters Nimona Was a Groundbreaking Project From Netflix The Mitchells vs. the Machines is a Colorful and Action-Packed Family Adventure The Road to El Dorado is One of DreamWorks' Most Underrated Films Treasure Planet Deserved a Better Reception Rango Features a Wild Voice Performance From Johnny Depp Rise of the Guardians Brings Together Legendary Characters Steven Spielberg and Peter Jackson Collaborated on The Adventures of Tintin The Lego Batman Movie is a Fantastic Love Letter to the Superhero Megamind is a Brilliant Satire of the Superhero Genre
When an animated movie becomes a hit with critics, audiences, and at the box office, the likelihood of them getting a sequel is very high. Popular franchises like Shrek, Toy Story, and Despicable Me have released multiple installments that have become successful. However, not every entertaining and well-received animated movie gets a sequel.
When an animated movie becomes a hit with critics, audiences, and at the box office, the likelihood of them getting a sequel is very high. Popular franchises like Shrek, Toy Story, and Despicable Me have released multiple installments that have become successful. However, not every entertaining and well-received animated movie gets a sequel.
- 2/6/2024
- by Alexander Vance
- Comic Book Resources
Éomer and Éowyn suffered childhood trauma. Their relationship allowed them to endure the War of the Ring. The Battle of Pelennor Fields showcased their sibling dynamic.
Éomer and Éowyn were some of The Lord of the Rings' most tragic characters. Even before the events of The Lord of the Rings, they had difficult lives. They were the children of Théodwyn, the sister of King Théoden of Rohan, and Éomund, the Third Marshal of the Mark. When they were young — only seven years old in Éowyn's case — they lost both of their parents in the same year. Éomund was chasing down a band of Orc raiders when they lured him into an ambush at Emyn Muil. Soon afterward, Théodwyn succumbed to an unknown illness. Théoden took his nephew and niece in, but this was far from the end of the tragedies that would befall their family. Years later, Théoden's son Théodred,...
Éomer and Éowyn were some of The Lord of the Rings' most tragic characters. Even before the events of The Lord of the Rings, they had difficult lives. They were the children of Théodwyn, the sister of King Théoden of Rohan, and Éomund, the Third Marshal of the Mark. When they were young — only seven years old in Éowyn's case — they lost both of their parents in the same year. Éomund was chasing down a band of Orc raiders when they lured him into an ambush at Emyn Muil. Soon afterward, Théodwyn succumbed to an unknown illness. Théoden took his nephew and niece in, but this was far from the end of the tragedies that would befall their family. Years later, Théoden's son Théodred,...
- 2/4/2024
- by Sterling Ulrich
- Comic Book Resources
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Losing a job sucks, no matter who you are. And although it’s easy to believe that it would...
Losing a job sucks, no matter who you are. And although it’s easy to believe that it would...
- 2/2/2024
- by Matt Mills
- avclub.com
The Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim, set for release in 2024, explores the history of Helm Hammerhand and offers a fresh story that has never been seen on screen before. War of the Rohirrim's focus on the Kingdom of Rohan provides a closer look at Tolkien's world without conflicting with Peter Jackson's Lord of the Rings films, which could attract those frustrated with Rings of Power's canon changes. The fact that War of the Rohirrim and Rings of Power are produced by different studios means they are not connected, giving the 2024 film a more direct connection to Jackson's trilogy and a sense of familiarity for audiences.
2024 will see the release of the movie The Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim, and this is quite a slap in the face for Prime Videos' The Lord of the Rings: The Ring of Power season 2. Though...
2024 will see the release of the movie The Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim, and this is quite a slap in the face for Prime Videos' The Lord of the Rings: The Ring of Power season 2. Though...
- 2/2/2024
- by Angel Shaw
- ScreenRant.com
The Lord of the Rings extended editions add more footage, making it feel like a whole new experience. The added scenes provide extra dialogue and introduce new layers to characters. The extended editions set up future plot points and shed new light on the Hobbits and main characters.
As epic as the original theatrical trilogy was, the Lord of the Rings extended editions added a lot more to the adventures in Middle-earth. One year after the theatrical cut of each Lord of the Rings movie, an extended version arrived. These editions add tons of new footage, increasing the Lord of the Rings extended editions' length from the theatrical runtime of 9 hours and 3 minutes to 11 hours and 36 minutes. While still the same grand fantasy story, the added scenes make the Lord of the Rings extended editions feel like a whole new experience.
Sometimes, the Lotr extended edition changes provide an extra line of dialogue.
As epic as the original theatrical trilogy was, the Lord of the Rings extended editions added a lot more to the adventures in Middle-earth. One year after the theatrical cut of each Lord of the Rings movie, an extended version arrived. These editions add tons of new footage, increasing the Lord of the Rings extended editions' length from the theatrical runtime of 9 hours and 3 minutes to 11 hours and 36 minutes. While still the same grand fantasy story, the added scenes make the Lord of the Rings extended editions feel like a whole new experience.
Sometimes, the Lotr extended edition changes provide an extra line of dialogue.
- 2/2/2024
- by Colin McCormick, Charles Nicholas Raymond
- ScreenRant.com
Galadriel's dark elf sequence from The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring is reimagined with a Zack Snyder insult. In the art, Galadriel claims that, with the One Ring, she would become "beautiful and terrible" just like Snyder's movies. A common complaint about Snyder's movies is that they have impressive visuals but little in the way of substance.
A creative piece of The Lord of the Rings art imagines Galadriel delivering a cutting review of Zack Snyder's filmography. Based on the books by J.R.R. Tolkien, Peter Jackson first brought the world of Middle-earth to life in 2001. The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring introduces Elijah Wood's Frodo and the rest of his band of companions, but also features the introduction of compelling supporting characters, including Cate Blanchett's mystical elf, Galadriel.
In a fun piece of art by professional comic book artist Frank Cho,...
A creative piece of The Lord of the Rings art imagines Galadriel delivering a cutting review of Zack Snyder's filmography. Based on the books by J.R.R. Tolkien, Peter Jackson first brought the world of Middle-earth to life in 2001. The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring introduces Elijah Wood's Frodo and the rest of his band of companions, but also features the introduction of compelling supporting characters, including Cate Blanchett's mystical elf, Galadriel.
In a fun piece of art by professional comic book artist Frank Cho,...
- 2/2/2024
- by Ryan Northrup
- ScreenRant.com
Tom Bombadil, often overlooked, is an immensely powerful figure in The Lord of the Rings with an enigmatic domain of staggering power. Bombadil is more connected to Middle-earth than Gandalf, Saruman, and the other powerful beings, and his deep connection to the world gives him immense strength. Despite his power, Bombadil's indifference to the Ring's threat renders his considerable abilities moot, forcing the Council to turn to Frodo to destroy it.
When it comes to powerful beings in The Lord of the Rings, characters such as Gandalf, Saruman, Galadriel and Sauron are discussed at great length. Gandalf the Grey, who is actually an immortal spirit of the Maiar, certainly makes a case for his power, having orchestrated the journey to destroy the One Ring and coming back from the dead in order to ensure its completion. Galadriel is the last of the ancient Ñoldor, one of the most powerful beings...
When it comes to powerful beings in The Lord of the Rings, characters such as Gandalf, Saruman, Galadriel and Sauron are discussed at great length. Gandalf the Grey, who is actually an immortal spirit of the Maiar, certainly makes a case for his power, having orchestrated the journey to destroy the One Ring and coming back from the dead in order to ensure its completion. Galadriel is the last of the ancient Ñoldor, one of the most powerful beings...
- 2/2/2024
- by Kevin Melrose, Jenny Melzer, Kelsey Yoor
- Comic Book Resources
The Lord of the Rings series has a memorable and evolving soundscape, with each film's music contributing to the fantasy backdrop and previous musical moments. The music in The Hobbit: The Battle of the Five Armies enhanced the movie where it could, creating a sense of epic scale and emotional levity. Middle-Earth: Shadow of Mordor and Shadow of War both had soundtracks that set the tone of the franchise, adapting to the player's actions and encompassing the dark and gritty atmosphere.
The Lord of the Rings is one of the most prominent and beloved fantasy sagas in cinematic history, inspired by and based on the stunning works of J. R. R. Tolkien. Peter Jackson originally brought the films to life, but that cinematic landscape has been expanded upon by an ensemble of amazing creative minds. So many elements have to come together for this to really work, and the music...
The Lord of the Rings is one of the most prominent and beloved fantasy sagas in cinematic history, inspired by and based on the stunning works of J. R. R. Tolkien. Peter Jackson originally brought the films to life, but that cinematic landscape has been expanded upon by an ensemble of amazing creative minds. So many elements have to come together for this to really work, and the music...
- 2/2/2024
- by George Chrysostomou
- Comic Book Resources
J. R. R. Tolkien's The Lord of the Rings remains a prominent and respected franchise. Unlike other big franchises like Star Trek and Star Wars, its success depends on its connection to its creator. The franchise's connection to Tolkien limits its potential growth, but hopefully preverses what makes it special.
The fantasy world of Middle-earth has become a multimedia property, built on the success of Peter Jackson's classic movie adaptation of The Lord of the Rings. His trio of films became box office giants amid widespread praise -- with 2003's The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King dominating the Oscars that year -- as well as lending pedigree to the often-maligned fantasy genre. It introduced millions of new fans to J. R. R. Tolkien's fairy-tale universe, while giving long-time admirers a set of movies worthy of the books. Had it been another property, it might...
The fantasy world of Middle-earth has become a multimedia property, built on the success of Peter Jackson's classic movie adaptation of The Lord of the Rings. His trio of films became box office giants amid widespread praise -- with 2003's The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King dominating the Oscars that year -- as well as lending pedigree to the often-maligned fantasy genre. It introduced millions of new fans to J. R. R. Tolkien's fairy-tale universe, while giving long-time admirers a set of movies worthy of the books. Had it been another property, it might...
- 2/1/2024
- by Robert Vaux
- Comic Book Resources
Video game adaptations are becoming commonplace, and one of the biggest is Paramount+'s Halo. The sci-fi franchise has had a bit of a rocky road to the small screen. First, it started out as a potential feature film, with talent such as Peter Jackson, Neill Blomkamp, and even Guillermo del Toro attached before things went south. In fact, Halo was supposed to debut on Showtime before switching places with The Last Man on Earth (though this may have been a moot point as Paramount+ and Showtime are now a single service.) Halo is slated to return for its sophomore season in February, and here is a spoiler-filled breakdown of Season 1's events.
- 2/1/2024
- by Collier Jennings
- Collider.com
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As the latest on-screen adaptation of J. R. R. Tolkien's work, The Rings of Power has brought new life to The Lord of the Rings' universe. Tolkien's books have served for decades as the fundamental firmament that the fantasy genre has relied on. Tolkien's versions of orcs, elves, dwarves, and hobbits are now cornerstones in the genre, and few works fail to introduce at least some of the creative inventions that Tolkien brought to life. Peter Jackson's The Lord of the Rings trilogy launched a modern revival that brought Tolkien's work back into focus once again.
The Rings of Power has been working to build on the twin legacies of Tolkien and Jackson, but there is one area...
As the latest on-screen adaptation of J. R. R. Tolkien's work, The Rings of Power has brought new life to The Lord of the Rings' universe. Tolkien's books have served for decades as the fundamental firmament that the fantasy genre has relied on. Tolkien's versions of orcs, elves, dwarves, and hobbits are now cornerstones in the genre, and few works fail to introduce at least some of the creative inventions that Tolkien brought to life. Peter Jackson's The Lord of the Rings trilogy launched a modern revival that brought Tolkien's work back into focus once again.
The Rings of Power has been working to build on the twin legacies of Tolkien and Jackson, but there is one area...
- 2/1/2024
- by Lukas Shayo
- Comic Book Resources
Isildur was a Númenorean from which the Dúnedain, such as Aragorn, are descended. The death of Isildur came after his ascension to the throne following the death of his father, Elendil, in The War of the Last Alliance against Sauron. Isildur’s death at the Disaster of Gladden Fields directly set in motion the events of The Lord of the Rings.
In Peter Jackson's adaptations of J.R.R. Tolkien's The Lord of the Rings, the former king, Isildur, does not get much screen time. He's a footnote in the movie's prologue describing the origin story of the One Ring and how it came to be in the hands of the Hobbit, Bilbo Baggins. Still, despite his lack of presence in the films, Isildur plays a major role in setting the stage for the events of The Lord of the Rings. Amazon's The Lord of the Rings: Rings of Power...
In Peter Jackson's adaptations of J.R.R. Tolkien's The Lord of the Rings, the former king, Isildur, does not get much screen time. He's a footnote in the movie's prologue describing the origin story of the One Ring and how it came to be in the hands of the Hobbit, Bilbo Baggins. Still, despite his lack of presence in the films, Isildur plays a major role in setting the stage for the events of The Lord of the Rings. Amazon's The Lord of the Rings: Rings of Power...
- 2/1/2024
- by Kassie Duke
- Comic Book Resources
It's no secret that Gandalf the Grey is one of Sir Ian McKellen's finest and most memorable roles. However, did you know that the acclaimed actor wasn't the first choice for the part? It's a bit of a formidable chunk of lembas bread to swallow, as Ian McKellen's impeccable performance in Peter Jackson's The Lord of the Rings trilogy is second to none. For three epic films, fans everywhere saw the humble Gandalf the Grey transform physically and mentally into the noble Gandalf the White as the Fellowship sought to destroy the dark power of Sauron. Packed to the brim with heart, humor, and all-around badassery, there's a reason why Gandalf has persevered as one of the all-time great fantasy film characters, and McKellen's passionate performance is a vital element of that.
- 2/1/2024
- by Aidan Kelley
- Collider.com
What should we make of the “Barbie” blowup?
After the candy-coated phenom debuted last summer to glowing reviews and box office glory, it seemed like a certifiable Oscar juggernaut. Last week as the Academy Award nominations were unveiled, “Barbie” scored a perfectly respectable eight nominations. However, voters overlooked director Greta Gerwig and lead actress Margot Robbie in their respective categories, sparking a social media backlash that threatens to overshadow the awards. It’s disappointing that Gerwig and Robbie’s outstanding work didn’t make the cut, but some perspective is important here. If you’ve only been getting your Oscar analysis from TikTok and X, you’d be forgiven for thinking “Barbie” was completely shut out.
Clearly that wasn’t the case. On one hand, I get the outrage. Female filmmakers still face an uphill climb when it comes to getting jobs and recognition. After all, only eight women have...
After the candy-coated phenom debuted last summer to glowing reviews and box office glory, it seemed like a certifiable Oscar juggernaut. Last week as the Academy Award nominations were unveiled, “Barbie” scored a perfectly respectable eight nominations. However, voters overlooked director Greta Gerwig and lead actress Margot Robbie in their respective categories, sparking a social media backlash that threatens to overshadow the awards. It’s disappointing that Gerwig and Robbie’s outstanding work didn’t make the cut, but some perspective is important here. If you’ve only been getting your Oscar analysis from TikTok and X, you’d be forgiven for thinking “Barbie” was completely shut out.
Clearly that wasn’t the case. On one hand, I get the outrage. Female filmmakers still face an uphill climb when it comes to getting jobs and recognition. After all, only eight women have...
- 1/31/2024
- by Clayton Davis
- Variety Film + TV
Guy Ritchie never sleeps, based on how many movies he manages to produce on a yearly basis — mostly without skipping a beat. The trailer for his latest film, "The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare," seems to promise "Inglourious Basterds" by way of "The Gentlemen," with a balls-to-the-wall fun Nazi-killing movie featuring an ensemble cast of colorful characters that is (mostly) based on a true story.
Indeed, perhaps the most surprising part of the trailer is that "The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare" does not come from a Guy Ritchie movie title generator, but is instead the actual name of a real secret task force created during World War II by British Prime Minister Winston Churchill and "James Bond" writer Ian Fleming. Officially called the Special Operations Executive group, this covert organization was assembled to do one thing: kill Nazis, but in secret. The clandestine missions that the Soe got involved in helped...
Indeed, perhaps the most surprising part of the trailer is that "The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare" does not come from a Guy Ritchie movie title generator, but is instead the actual name of a real secret task force created during World War II by British Prime Minister Winston Churchill and "James Bond" writer Ian Fleming. Officially called the Special Operations Executive group, this covert organization was assembled to do one thing: kill Nazis, but in secret. The clandestine missions that the Soe got involved in helped...
- 1/31/2024
- by Rafael Motamayor
- Slash Film
The Nightmare on Elm Street franchise has been dormant for over a decade now, and despite the fact that people like Mike Flanagan and Elijah Wood are interested in making Elm Street movies, there are no new films on the horizon. Freddy Krueger’s extended vacation is going to continue a while longer. At least we have several films to revisit – and as part our of Halloween celebrations here at JoBlo and Arrow in the Head, we decided to put together a list ranking those films from worst to best. So keep scrolling down to see our take on Nightmare on Elm Street Movies Ranked.
A Nightmare On Elm Street (2010)
The production company Platinum Dunes went on a reboot and remake spree for a while, and some worthwhile movies came out of that. Their version of Texas Chainsaw Massacre holds up. I like that movie’s prequel. I love the...
A Nightmare On Elm Street (2010)
The production company Platinum Dunes went on a reboot and remake spree for a while, and some worthwhile movies came out of that. Their version of Texas Chainsaw Massacre holds up. I like that movie’s prequel. I love the...
- 1/31/2024
- by Cody Hamman
- JoBlo.com
Before the ethereal world of J.R.R Tolkien's famed novels was brought to life by director Peter Jackson, another high fantasy series dominated the industry well before its time: the Japanese epic fantasy Record of Lodoss War. With the original 1986 story written by game designer and Dungeon Master Ryo Mizuno for a "replay" tabletop role-playing game called Forcelia, the epic setting became immensely popular, especially with Dungeons & Dragons players, and Mizuno went on to adapt his idea into a series of domestic high fantasy novels in 1988.
- 1/30/2024
- by TanChun Watkins
- Collider.com
The film adaptation of The Lord of the Rings left out a key detail from the death of the Witch-king, involving a magic sword, which provides important context for fans unfamiliar with the books. In the book, Merry's magic dagger opens the door for Éowyn to kill the Witch-king by breaking the spell that made him near-immortal. Éowyn's heroic moment in killing the Witch-king was not solely due to her femininity, but rather her will and courage to defend her king, with Merry providing the assist.
Sauron may not be the greatest Dark Lord in the world of The Lord of the Rings, but by the Third Age, he was the ultimate source of darkness. Accordingly, when his power began to grow for the second time, Sauron drew to himself all of the evil things in Middle-earth -- among them, Orcs, Saruman the White and a Black Númenórean known as the Mouth of Sauron.
Sauron may not be the greatest Dark Lord in the world of The Lord of the Rings, but by the Third Age, he was the ultimate source of darkness. Accordingly, when his power began to grow for the second time, Sauron drew to himself all of the evil things in Middle-earth -- among them, Orcs, Saruman the White and a Black Númenórean known as the Mouth of Sauron.
- 1/30/2024
- by Robert Vaux, Blake Hawkins, Katie Doll
- Comic Book Resources
The Lord of the Rings series gained popularity among political activists in the 1960s due to its anti-war and pro-environmental themes that resonated with the counterculture of the time. Led Zeppelin's songs reference The Lord of the Rings, influenced by Robert Plant's love for the series. Led Zeppelin's songs like "Ramble On," "Misty Mountain Hop," and "The Battle of Evermore" directly reference The Lord of the Rings, drawing inspiration from key moments and iconic characters.
The Lord of the Rings is one of the most influential pieces of writing to date. Thanks to J.R.R. Tolkien's meticulous world crafting and storytelling, Lotr has gone on to reshape the fantasy genre and inspire authors today. However, the influence of Tolkien's work has a history of extending beyond the literary world.
At the height of the 1960s, The Lord of the Rings series experienced a revival in popularity as the...
The Lord of the Rings is one of the most influential pieces of writing to date. Thanks to J.R.R. Tolkien's meticulous world crafting and storytelling, Lotr has gone on to reshape the fantasy genre and inspire authors today. However, the influence of Tolkien's work has a history of extending beyond the literary world.
At the height of the 1960s, The Lord of the Rings series experienced a revival in popularity as the...
- 1/29/2024
- by Robert Vaux, Maya Mendez
- Comic Book Resources
The Sundance Film Festival has wrapped in snowy Park City, and Deadline was on the ground to watch all of the key films. Here is a compilation of our reviews from the fest, which include festival award winners like Daughters, the documentary that took the Festival Favorite Award, and A Real Pain, which won the Waldo Salt Screenwriter Award for its writer-director-star Jesse Eisenberg.
Other pics include several that were scooped up by distributors, led by Steven Soderbergh’s ghost story Presence selling to Neon, A Real Pain going to Searchlight, Ghostlight to IFC Films, and Netflix’s smash $17 million deal for It’s What’s Inside.
Check out the reviews below, click on the titles to read them in full, and keep checking back as we add more.
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Director-screenwriter: Kobi Libii
Cast: Justice Smith,...
Other pics include several that were scooped up by distributors, led by Steven Soderbergh’s ghost story Presence selling to Neon, A Real Pain going to Searchlight, Ghostlight to IFC Films, and Netflix’s smash $17 million deal for It’s What’s Inside.
Check out the reviews below, click on the titles to read them in full, and keep checking back as we add more.
The American Society of Magical Negroes (L-r) Justice Smith and David Alan Grier in ‘The American Society of Magical Negroes’
Section: Premieres
Director-screenwriter: Kobi Libii
Cast: Justice Smith,...
- 1/29/2024
- by Damon Wise, Valerie Complex and Pete Hammond
- Deadline Film + TV
The dangerous places of Middle-earth that didn't appear in the Lord of the Rings movies highlight the abundant danger present throughout the land. Dunland, the Old Forest, Umbar, and the Ettenmoors are all regions that pose significant threats to the Free Peoples due to their inhabitants or dark histories. The Barrow-downs, the Withered Heath, and Mount Gundabad are all locations that are filled with dangerous creatures and have been sites of conflict for centuries. Carn Dûm and Durthang also embody darkness and represent Gondor's struggles against evil.
While Peter Jackson has presented many of the most dangerous places of Tolkien's Middle-earth in his Lord of the Rings films, there are many more that have not reached the big screen such as the Ettenmoors and Carn Dûm. Some were visited by the main characters but had to be cut due to time constraints while others were cautioned against and were thus never encountered.
While Peter Jackson has presented many of the most dangerous places of Tolkien's Middle-earth in his Lord of the Rings films, there are many more that have not reached the big screen such as the Ettenmoors and Carn Dûm. Some were visited by the main characters but had to be cut due to time constraints while others were cautioned against and were thus never encountered.
- 1/28/2024
- by Andrew Borre
- Comic Book Resources
A new fan-made video combines Arnold Schwarzenegger with The Lord of the Rings characters, providing a unique and slightly unsettling take on the iconic movie scene. While the original cast is celebrated, Schwarzenegger's face superimposed on every character brings a comedic element, making it clear that the original casting was for the best. As the franchise expands with new projects and retellings, it is unlikely that Schwarzenegger will be involved, making this video a one-time glimpse of his involvement in Middle-earth.
There are some strange and unsettling sights to see when AI meets popular movies. While not quite as unnerving as Tom Holland playing Dorothy in The Wizard of Oz, a new fan-made video of Arnold Schwarzenegger playing all the characters in a scene from The Lord of the Rings is still something that cannot be unseen.
Bringing together Middle-earth and the Hollywood icon, the whimsical yet fascinating result of...
There are some strange and unsettling sights to see when AI meets popular movies. While not quite as unnerving as Tom Holland playing Dorothy in The Wizard of Oz, a new fan-made video of Arnold Schwarzenegger playing all the characters in a scene from The Lord of the Rings is still something that cannot be unseen.
Bringing together Middle-earth and the Hollywood icon, the whimsical yet fascinating result of...
- 1/28/2024
- by Anthony Lund
- MovieWeb
Director's cuts can either enhance or detract from a film, depending on the changes made. The best director's cuts allow the director's vision to shine through, while unnecessary cuts can disrupt the original film's greatness. Peter Jackson's extended editions of the Lord of the Rings Trilogy were praised for expanding on the story, but his extended editions of The Hobbit films were not as beloved. They added unnecessary subplots and overproduced action, worsening the pacing issues already present in the theatrical versions. Despite various cuts of Apocalypse Now, the theatrical version remains the best. Additional edits and additions didn't ruin the film, but they added unnecessary elements. The theatrical cut stands as a cinematic experience like no other and is the reason the film has become a classic.
Director's cuts give filmmakers a chance to revisit and add to their films, but sometimes going back actually hurts the film,...
Director's cuts give filmmakers a chance to revisit and add to their films, but sometimes going back actually hurts the film,...
- 1/27/2024
- by Dietz Woehle
- ScreenRant.com
The battle between Gandalf and the Balrog is a memorable scene in The Lord of the Rings, showcasing Peter Jackson's signature style and Ian McKellen's powerful performance. The scene is deeply tied to Tolkien's world-building, with the Balrog's presence in the Mines of Moria having a lengthy backstory dating back to the earliest days of Middle-earth. Gandalf's exchange with the Balrog confirms their shared status as Maiar and their history, despite never having met before. Tolkien's lore provides context to understand their dialogue.
The battle between Gandalf the Grey and the demonic Balrog is one of the highlights of The Lord of the Rings trilogy, first conceived by author J.R.R. Tolkien and later brought to memorable life in a pair of movie adaptations. Director Peter Jackson's take on the scene has become a signature of his celebrated trilogy, with actor Ian McKellen's thundering "You Shall Not Pass!!!" practically a catchphrase.
The battle between Gandalf the Grey and the demonic Balrog is one of the highlights of The Lord of the Rings trilogy, first conceived by author J.R.R. Tolkien and later brought to memorable life in a pair of movie adaptations. Director Peter Jackson's take on the scene has become a signature of his celebrated trilogy, with actor Ian McKellen's thundering "You Shall Not Pass!!!" practically a catchphrase.
- 1/27/2024
- by Jenny Melzer, Robert Vaux, Blake Hawkins
- Comic Book Resources
Nominations voting is from January 11–16, 2024, with official Oscar nominations announced on January 23, 2024. Final voting is February 22–27, 2024. And finally, the 96th Oscars telecast will be broadcast on Sunday, March 10, and air live on ABC at 8 p.m. Et/ 5 p.m. Pt. We update predictions throughout awards season, so keep checking IndieWire for all our 2024 Oscar picks.
The State of the Race
The animated short Oscar nominees are all acclaimed indies that explore such heady themes as the Holocaust, war, gender restrictions, incest, and mortality. They hail from the U.S., France, Israel, and Iran and embrace CG, 2D, stop-motion, and mixed media.
The field is led by the timely “War Is Over! Inspired by the Music of John & Yoko”, about a chess game played across enemy lines of an alternative World War I, with the help of a heroic carrier pigeon. It was specifically inspired by John Lennon and Yoko Ono’s popular protest song,...
The State of the Race
The animated short Oscar nominees are all acclaimed indies that explore such heady themes as the Holocaust, war, gender restrictions, incest, and mortality. They hail from the U.S., France, Israel, and Iran and embrace CG, 2D, stop-motion, and mixed media.
The field is led by the timely “War Is Over! Inspired by the Music of John & Yoko”, about a chess game played across enemy lines of an alternative World War I, with the help of a heroic carrier pigeon. It was specifically inspired by John Lennon and Yoko Ono’s popular protest song,...
- 1/26/2024
- by Bill Desowitz
- Indiewire
The War of the Rohirrim must learn from previous divisive adaptations and avoid making controversial changes to Tolkien canon. The film should stay faithful to Tolkien's lore and adhere closely to the source material, especially since it explores a relatively unexplored period in Middle-earth's history. The advantage of focusing on Helm Hammerhand's story is that it can be contained within a film and allows for some creative liberties while still maintaining balance with the source material.
The Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim is the next in the ever-growing list of Tolkien adaptations, and it must learn an important lesson from its two most divisive predecessors if it hopes to succeed. The legendary fantasy author put extraordinary detail into his fictional world, making it perfectly equipped for various spinoffs. Hollywood has taken advantage of this with varying success, which means audiences are weary of War of the Rohirrim.
The Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim is the next in the ever-growing list of Tolkien adaptations, and it must learn an important lesson from its two most divisive predecessors if it hopes to succeed. The legendary fantasy author put extraordinary detail into his fictional world, making it perfectly equipped for various spinoffs. Hollywood has taken advantage of this with varying success, which means audiences are weary of War of the Rohirrim.
- 1/26/2024
- by Angel Shaw
- ScreenRant.com
An AI video with a voice-over imagines the Council of Elrond from The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring but with Arnold Schwarzenegger playing all the characters. If Schwarzenegger were to appear in The Lord of the Rings, he might be well-suited to characters like Sauron, Boromir, or Eormer. The original cast of the films, however, is one of their biggest strengths, and no actor should be replaced.
Arnold Schwarzenegger plays every character in a new The Lord of the Rings AI video. Director Peter Jackson brought the world of Middle-earth to life his trilogy of acclaimed movies in the early 2000s, which adapated the books by author J.R.R. Tolkien. The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring, the first in Jackson's trilogy, sees Frodo (Elijah Wood) embark on a quest to destroy the One Ring with a fellowship of companions as decided during the Council of Elrond.
Arnold Schwarzenegger plays every character in a new The Lord of the Rings AI video. Director Peter Jackson brought the world of Middle-earth to life his trilogy of acclaimed movies in the early 2000s, which adapated the books by author J.R.R. Tolkien. The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring, the first in Jackson's trilogy, sees Frodo (Elijah Wood) embark on a quest to destroy the One Ring with a fellowship of companions as decided during the Council of Elrond.
- 1/26/2024
- by Ryan Northrup
- ScreenRant.com
The Lord of the Rings fan theory that Aragorn and Frodo could be related starts with The Disaster at Gladden Fields where Isildur dies and loses the One Ring. J.R.R. Tolkien created a rich history for Hobbits which doesn’t specify any direct relation to Dwarves or men, specifically. Though there are similarities. Aragorn is descended from a race of Men known as the Dúnedain who are eventually scattered across Middle-earth as Rangers.
J.R.R. Tolkien is well-known for changing the game for fantasy as a literary genre with his magnum opus, The Lord of the Rings. He pulled from many pre-established tropes in mythologies from around the world, but one creation he could claim as his own: hobbits. He started with The Hobbit in 1937, but even then, Tolkien had no idea what a tour de force his later works would become. He dedicated the prologue of The Fellowship of the Ring...
J.R.R. Tolkien is well-known for changing the game for fantasy as a literary genre with his magnum opus, The Lord of the Rings. He pulled from many pre-established tropes in mythologies from around the world, but one creation he could claim as his own: hobbits. He started with The Hobbit in 1937, but even then, Tolkien had no idea what a tour de force his later works would become. He dedicated the prologue of The Fellowship of the Ring...
- 1/26/2024
- by Kassie Duke
- Comic Book Resources
With the 2023 Oscar nominations now in hand, it’s clear that Margot Robbie’s exclusion from the best actress race, along with “Barbie” director Greta Gerwig’s director snub, has outraged the blockbuster film’s massive global fanbase. Oscar nominations for supporting players America Ferrera and Ryan Gosling haven’t calmed the social media fury over what is perceived by Robbie fans as an unfathomable and unforgivable oversight.
What everyone seems to be forgetting is that when it comes to Oscar love, especially for actors, Oscar voters annually choose spinach over sweets, meat and potatoes over champagne and caviar. They like their movies serious and meaningful, and their actors tortured by real world woes such as physical disabilities, addictions, mental illness and all the oppressions and injustices that our mad mad world has to offer.
In almost 100 years of the Oscar awards, fantasy and sci-fi film characters, along with actors in comedies,...
What everyone seems to be forgetting is that when it comes to Oscar love, especially for actors, Oscar voters annually choose spinach over sweets, meat and potatoes over champagne and caviar. They like their movies serious and meaningful, and their actors tortured by real world woes such as physical disabilities, addictions, mental illness and all the oppressions and injustices that our mad mad world has to offer.
In almost 100 years of the Oscar awards, fantasy and sci-fi film characters, along with actors in comedies,...
- 1/25/2024
- by Steven Gaydos
- Variety Film + TV
As one of the most famous and beloved fantasy series of all time, The Lord of the Rings is one of the few franchises that is consistently able to spark a lot of interest and discussion regarding whatever the latest release is. The world and stories created by J.R.R. Tolkien are the gold standard of modern fantasy storytelling and world building, and they provide an almost endless array of stories that could be adapted to both the big and small screen. After the immense success of both Peter Jackson’s Lord of the Rings and Hobbit trilogies, fans of the series were treated to the first Tolkien adaptation for television with The Rings of Power, which debuted on Prime Video in 2022.
Although The Rings of Power does an excellent job of capturing and translating the magic and grandiosity of Tolkien’s world, the series has a noticeably different approach to the material than the films.
Although The Rings of Power does an excellent job of capturing and translating the magic and grandiosity of Tolkien’s world, the series has a noticeably different approach to the material than the films.
- 1/25/2024
- by Kyle Kruske
- MovieWeb
The Lord of the Rings is heralded as one of the greatest movie trilogies of all time due in part to its fantastic attention to detail. While director Peter Jackson helped to assemble an incredible ensemble of movie-making geniuses, the credit for the set design really has to be spread across the concept artists, builders, set dressers, and a host of other talented individuals who played their parts.
The Lord of the Rings has so many beautiful and harrowing locations to explore, but these are among the best designed. Each represents a very different atmosphere and place in the story and contains details that fans will truly appreciate. A location must be able to tell its own narrative, with audiences picking up on the history of significance or the architecture every time it appears on screen.
The Mines of Moria Pay Homage to the Dwarves Close The special material, Mithril,...
The Lord of the Rings has so many beautiful and harrowing locations to explore, but these are among the best designed. Each represents a very different atmosphere and place in the story and contains details that fans will truly appreciate. A location must be able to tell its own narrative, with audiences picking up on the history of significance or the architecture every time it appears on screen.
The Mines of Moria Pay Homage to the Dwarves Close The special material, Mithril,...
- 1/24/2024
- by George Chrysostomou
- Comic Book Resources
Quick Links Aragorn's Healing Was Magical in The Lord of the Rings Aragorn Saved Countless Lives After Pelennor Fields Healing Proved Aragorn's Right to the Throne Aragorn's most important ability in The Lord of the Rings was healing. In J. R. R. Tolkien's novel, Aragorn's healing abilities are magical. Aragorn's healing abilities stemmed from his bloodline and upbringing.
Aragorn possessed a wide array of skills and abilities in The Lord of the Rings; he was a master combatant, an expert survivalist, a cunning tactician, and a charismatic leader. But his most important role was one that he did not assume on the battlefield — that of a healer. Peter Jackson's trilogy of film adaptations showcased some of Aragorn's capability as a healer, but in J. R. R. Tolkien's novel, it was a far more significant part of his character.
In the novel, Aragorn's healing is related to his bloodline.
Aragorn possessed a wide array of skills and abilities in The Lord of the Rings; he was a master combatant, an expert survivalist, a cunning tactician, and a charismatic leader. But his most important role was one that he did not assume on the battlefield — that of a healer. Peter Jackson's trilogy of film adaptations showcased some of Aragorn's capability as a healer, but in J. R. R. Tolkien's novel, it was a far more significant part of his character.
In the novel, Aragorn's healing is related to his bloodline.
- 1/24/2024
- by Sterling Ulrich
- Comic Book Resources
Peter Jackson’s Lord of the Rings films are some of the most adored, influential and acclaimed fantasy films of all time. When they were released in the early 2000s, Jackson’s adaptation of J.R.R. Tolkien’s legendary tale became a landmark cinematic event, as they connected with audiences on a mass scale, dominated the awards circuits and became some of the highest grossing movies of the decade. They were the must-see movies of 2001, 2002 and 2003, and they still maintain a tremendous legacy even 20 years after their conclusion with The Return of the King.
That incredible reputation is even despite the trilogy of connected films based on The Hobbit, which were released a decade later and proved divisive among fans. While the Hobbit movies were not nearly as impactful or beloved as The Lord of the Rings, they were still astronomical successes at the box office, with each of them grossing...
That incredible reputation is even despite the trilogy of connected films based on The Hobbit, which were released a decade later and proved divisive among fans. While the Hobbit movies were not nearly as impactful or beloved as The Lord of the Rings, they were still astronomical successes at the box office, with each of them grossing...
- 1/24/2024
- by Kyle Kruske
- MovieWeb
The Lord of the Rings trilogy has gained wide acclaim, and rightfully so. The film trilogy brings J. R. R. Tolkien's story to life, introducing Middle Earth to a new audience with all the intricacies that go along with it. Yet, there are several significant differences from the original books. Despite having made it to screens twice, once in the 1978 animated film and later in Peter Jackson's trilogy, Tolkien never saw the story in theaters. Thus, his opinions on the adaptations are unknown. However, Tolkien had an idea of how it should be done. During the author's lifetime, many attempted to adapt the epic fantasy, but Tolkien was highly critical of the one that got the furthest.
- 1/24/2024
- by Kendall Myers
- Collider.com
Director Ryan Coogler’s next project – said to be a period vampire film – is set to star Michael B Jordan and has sparked something of a bidding war. More details here:
Little is known about Ryan Coogler’s next project, but negotiations with studios in the past week mean that a couple of juicy details have emerged regarding the secretive film that Coogler and Michael B Jordan are looking to get underway this year.
We learned last week that the project would be a genre movie – and it’s now being described as a period vampire film, which Coogler and Jordan are looking to shoot this summer. Naturally, the project has garnered lots of interest, but it sounds like Netflix isn’t being invited to the party as Coogler is insistent that the film gets a ‘full worldwide theatrical release’.
Warner Bros, Sony and Universal are said to be the...
Little is known about Ryan Coogler’s next project, but negotiations with studios in the past week mean that a couple of juicy details have emerged regarding the secretive film that Coogler and Michael B Jordan are looking to get underway this year.
We learned last week that the project would be a genre movie – and it’s now being described as a period vampire film, which Coogler and Jordan are looking to shoot this summer. Naturally, the project has garnered lots of interest, but it sounds like Netflix isn’t being invited to the party as Coogler is insistent that the film gets a ‘full worldwide theatrical release’.
Warner Bros, Sony and Universal are said to be the...
- 1/24/2024
- by Dan Cooper
- Film Stories
‘Dig! Xx’ Review: Ondi Timoner’s Outstanding 2004 Rock Doc Is Back For More – Sundance Film Festival
At the height of its failure, every day was Altamont for the Brian Jonestown Massacre, the San Francisco outfit founded in 1990 by Anton Newcombe, the Klaus Kinski of psychedelic rock. Just in time for this 20th anniversary overhaul of Ondi Timoner’s breakthrough documentary, the Bjm were back in the news as recently as November 2023, when the first night of an Australian tour ended in a riot. That the riot was confined to the stage, and played out in front of a dumbfounded audience, is Dig! Xx in a nutshell, a welcome return for a film that no less an authority than Dave Grohl calls, in a specially filmed new intro, “the greatest rock ’n’ roll documentary of all time.”
It helps to have a working knowledge of the two bands it features — the Bjm and Portland alt-rockers The Dandy Warhols — but Dig! Xx works on a meta level too,...
It helps to have a working knowledge of the two bands it features — the Bjm and Portland alt-rockers The Dandy Warhols — but Dig! Xx works on a meta level too,...
- 1/24/2024
- by Damon Wise
- Deadline Film + TV
Watch Short Film The Drawing: "After waking from a nightmare, artist Scarlet is pursued by a malevolent figure eerily reminiscent of her latest drawing."
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Directed by Jay Salahi Written by Jay Salahi & Todd Knaak Produced by Carlos Uribe & Jay Salahi Starring: Annika Foster & Destiny Mounce Director of Photography - Jon Corum Associate Producers - Aaron Needham, Todd Knaak & Nicholas David Music - Mattan Cohen Editor - Jay Salahi 1st AC - Mitchell Parks Gaffer - Samuel Mendoza Make-Up - Ali Embury VFX - Peter Larson Sound - Jay Salahi & Adrian Cooperman Drawing & Art by Aaron Needham
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Phantom Limbs: "Encyclopocalypse Publications will release Jason Jenkins’ Phantom Limbs in hardcover, paperback, audiobook and eBook on April 2nd, 2024.
Originally a column on popular horror website Bloody Disgusting, Phantom Limbs is the inaugural volume of a planned series of books which will explore the histories of unmade horror movie...
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Directed by Jay Salahi Written by Jay Salahi & Todd Knaak Produced by Carlos Uribe & Jay Salahi Starring: Annika Foster & Destiny Mounce Director of Photography - Jon Corum Associate Producers - Aaron Needham, Todd Knaak & Nicholas David Music - Mattan Cohen Editor - Jay Salahi 1st AC - Mitchell Parks Gaffer - Samuel Mendoza Make-Up - Ali Embury VFX - Peter Larson Sound - Jay Salahi & Adrian Cooperman Drawing & Art by Aaron Needham
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Phantom Limbs: "Encyclopocalypse Publications will release Jason Jenkins’ Phantom Limbs in hardcover, paperback, audiobook and eBook on April 2nd, 2024.
Originally a column on popular horror website Bloody Disgusting, Phantom Limbs is the inaugural volume of a planned series of books which will explore the histories of unmade horror movie...
- 1/24/2024
- by Jonathan James
- DailyDead
The King of the Dead was originally the ruler of a mountain kingdom and worshipped Sauron before swearing allegiance to Isildur and Gondor. Isildur cursed the King of the Mountain Men and his army after they ignored his summons to aid Gondor, causing them to become the Dead Men of Dunharrow. Aragorn, the rightful King of Gondor, freed the King of the Dead and his ghostly people after they fulfilled their long-awaited oath to aid Gondor.
The Lord of the Rings introduced the King of the Dead, but who had he been back when he was alive? This spirit was valuable in Aragorn's victory at Pelennor Fields since his army of dead men defeated the Corsairs of Umbar, ensuring they could not join the enemy in the battle. After this, the rightful King of Gondor freed the King of the Dead and his ghostly people, deeming their oath fulfilled. Of course,...
The Lord of the Rings introduced the King of the Dead, but who had he been back when he was alive? This spirit was valuable in Aragorn's victory at Pelennor Fields since his army of dead men defeated the Corsairs of Umbar, ensuring they could not join the enemy in the battle. After this, the rightful King of Gondor freed the King of the Dead and his ghostly people, deeming their oath fulfilled. Of course,...
- 1/24/2024
- by Angel Shaw
- ScreenRant.com
AI-generated art imagines Lord of the Rings characters as cats, including Frodo, Gimli, Legolas, and Aragorn. Some characters in Peter Jackson's trilogy were so memorable or compelling that they could have used more screen time, like Faramir and Eomer. The Lord of the Rings extended editions feature more screen time for many of the characters, including those who played more minor roles.
Key The Lord of the Rings characters become feline creations in a batch of AI images. Adapting the work of J.R.R. Tolkien, Peter Jackson first brought the world of Middle-earth to life in live-action in 2001. The director's critically-acclaimed trilogy chronicles Frodo's (Elijah Wood) epic quest to destroy the One Ring, with the courageous Hobbit encountering a variety of allies and enemies over the course of his journey.
Now, AI-generated art shared by Cats Life Master on Instagram imagines what some of these Lord of the Rings characters...
Key The Lord of the Rings characters become feline creations in a batch of AI images. Adapting the work of J.R.R. Tolkien, Peter Jackson first brought the world of Middle-earth to life in live-action in 2001. The director's critically-acclaimed trilogy chronicles Frodo's (Elijah Wood) epic quest to destroy the One Ring, with the courageous Hobbit encountering a variety of allies and enemies over the course of his journey.
Now, AI-generated art shared by Cats Life Master on Instagram imagines what some of these Lord of the Rings characters...
- 1/23/2024
- by Ryan Northrup
- ScreenRant.com
Diamond Select Toys has been gathering the fellowship back together for some time now with six editions of deluxe Lord of the Rings action figures. Now, the seventh and final set will bring together a duo of hobbits who have braved thick and thin together in J.R.R. Tolkien's books and the three Peter Jackson films - Meriadoc Brandybuck and Peregrin Took, better known as Merry and Pippin. Collider is offering a first look at the best friends and dear allies of Frodo Baggins in figure form as they prepare to set out on the long journey to destroy the One Ring.
- 1/23/2024
- by Ryan O'Rourke
- Collider.com
Quick Links Ian McKellen Played a Villain in X-Men Elijah Wood Is Just as Good in Animation as Live-Action Liv Tyler Went From Playing a Strong Character to Someone Who Was Petrified Orlando Bloom Left Behind Chasing Orcs to Chase Pirates Sean Astin Has Become a Pro at Playing Loyal Characters Viggo Mortensen Put In the Work to Honor a Real-Life Character John Rhys-Davies Was Loved as Gimli Cate Blanchett Doesn't Have to Be Heroic in Every Movie Andy Serkis' Physicality Puts Him Among the Best Actors Sean Bean Has Had Big Roles in More Than One Successful Franchise
The Lord of the Rings franchise was placed in the expert hands of Peter Jackson, who stuck as close as possible to the original writings of J.R.R Tolkien as cinema would allow. To bring the magic to life, it was necessary to invest in beautiful sets, realistic costumes, and, of course,...
The Lord of the Rings franchise was placed in the expert hands of Peter Jackson, who stuck as close as possible to the original writings of J.R.R Tolkien as cinema would allow. To bring the magic to life, it was necessary to invest in beautiful sets, realistic costumes, and, of course,...
- 1/23/2024
- by Ruby Brown
- Comic Book Resources
Let’s get this out of the way right away. Spider-Man: Beyond the Spider-Verse is not on this list. Despite what was initially planned, the sequel to Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse will not be coming to theaters in March, or any time in the upcoming year.
However, the loss of one exciting film does not mean 2024 will be short of great animated movies. In its place will be cartoons to meet the needs of every type of moviegoer, from franchise continuations to adaptations of beloved works to new entries. Given the complex nature of animated films, many of these don’t yet have firm release dates.
Still, animations enthusiasts have a lot to look forward to this next year. Here are the big movies you need to watch out for…
Orion and The Dark (February 2)
If you’re just looking at the promotional material for Orion and the Dark, you...
However, the loss of one exciting film does not mean 2024 will be short of great animated movies. In its place will be cartoons to meet the needs of every type of moviegoer, from franchise continuations to adaptations of beloved works to new entries. Given the complex nature of animated films, many of these don’t yet have firm release dates.
Still, animations enthusiasts have a lot to look forward to this next year. Here are the big movies you need to watch out for…
Orion and The Dark (February 2)
If you’re just looking at the promotional material for Orion and the Dark, you...
- 1/22/2024
- by Joe George
- Den of Geek
"The War of the Rohirrim" will be released in December 2024 and takes place 250 years before the events of Peter Jackson's "Lord of the Rings" trilogy. The film explores the human conflict between Helm Hammerhand, King of Rohan, and the Dunderling wildmen, with potential involvement from Sauron behind the scenes. The film introduces Helm Hammerhand's daughter, Héra, who is a prominent character and has been developed almost entirely from scratch for the film.
Spoilers ahead for the Appendixes of The Return of the King, which The War of the Rohirrim is based on.The Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim will be released in December 2024, and the film can clear up some questions about Tolkien's Middle Earth histories. The animated movie is set to take place roughly 250 years before the events of Peter Jackson's Lord of the Rings trilogy and will take inspiration from the aesthetic he established with his film trilogy.
Spoilers ahead for the Appendixes of The Return of the King, which The War of the Rohirrim is based on.The Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim will be released in December 2024, and the film can clear up some questions about Tolkien's Middle Earth histories. The animated movie is set to take place roughly 250 years before the events of Peter Jackson's Lord of the Rings trilogy and will take inspiration from the aesthetic he established with his film trilogy.
- 1/22/2024
- by Charles Papadopoulos
- ScreenRant.com
Inundated with heroes and villains, The Lord of the Rings delivers an exciting array of characters that tell the epic story of the quest to save Middle-Earth. Originally written by J.R.R Tolkien, Peter Jackson's adaptation of the trilogy illustrated the beauty and detail of the author's work.
Whilst the main heroes of the narrative are glaringly obvious, there are a few characters that sometimes miss out on the title. Some had smaller roles, whilst others were quieter in their achievements, but the underrated heroes are worth acknowledging just as much as the main characters.
Boromir Had to Fight His Weaknesses He Was Heroic at Heart Boromir had the most pressure on him to succeed dying a hero nonetheless.
Boromir had a rough ride when he went on the journey to Mordor, and only appeared in The Fellowship of the Ring. It became apparent from the Council of Elrond that...
Whilst the main heroes of the narrative are glaringly obvious, there are a few characters that sometimes miss out on the title. Some had smaller roles, whilst others were quieter in their achievements, but the underrated heroes are worth acknowledging just as much as the main characters.
Boromir Had to Fight His Weaknesses He Was Heroic at Heart Boromir had the most pressure on him to succeed dying a hero nonetheless.
Boromir had a rough ride when he went on the journey to Mordor, and only appeared in The Fellowship of the Ring. It became apparent from the Council of Elrond that...
- 1/21/2024
- by Ruby Brown
- Comic Book Resources
Detailed Guide To Major The Lord Of The Rings Characters ( Photo Credit – Facebook )
J.R.R. Tolkien made a masterpiece when he came up with the first book of “The Hobbit,” back in the 1930s — about the fantasy land of Middle-earth. Followed by “The Lord of the Rings” books and its legacy that became a household name with the release of the three movies directed by Peter Jackson almost half a century later.
The movie franchise was a true masterpiece, immortalizing the Tolkien world’s characters. In this guide, we will spotlight and detail those significant characters that made it a household name and brought home a whooping 17 Academy Awards for the franchise.
For newcomers diving into the “The Lord of the Rings” world and returning fans seeking a refresher on the series, here’s a comprehensive guide to major characters (and their corresponding actors).
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J.R.R. Tolkien made a masterpiece when he came up with the first book of “The Hobbit,” back in the 1930s — about the fantasy land of Middle-earth. Followed by “The Lord of the Rings” books and its legacy that became a household name with the release of the three movies directed by Peter Jackson almost half a century later.
The movie franchise was a true masterpiece, immortalizing the Tolkien world’s characters. In this guide, we will spotlight and detail those significant characters that made it a household name and brought home a whooping 17 Academy Awards for the franchise.
For newcomers diving into the “The Lord of the Rings” world and returning fans seeking a refresher on the series, here’s a comprehensive guide to major characters (and their corresponding actors).
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- 1/21/2024
- by Safwan Azeem
- KoiMoi
The Lord of the Rings films use camera tricks and different perspectives to change the appearance of the actors' heights, making average-sized actors seem as small as hobbits or as tall as elves. Some of the tallest actors in the Lord of the Rings cast include Christopher Lee (Saruman) at 6'4.5", Hugo Weaving (Elrond) at 6'2", and Sala Baker (Sauron) at 6'1". On the other hand, some of the shortest actors in the Lord of the Rings cast include Sean Astin (Sam) at 5'6.25", Billy Boyd (Pippin) at 5'5.5", and Ian Holm (Bilbo) at 5'5". Frodo, played by Elijah Wood, is the smallest member of the Fellowship at 5'5" and is portrayed as a small and vulnerable hero.
Given the diminutive nature of the hobbits in Lord of the Rings, there is an interesting question about how tall Elijah Wood is compared to Frodo in real life. Peter Jackson's...
Given the diminutive nature of the hobbits in Lord of the Rings, there is an interesting question about how tall Elijah Wood is compared to Frodo in real life. Peter Jackson's...
- 1/20/2024
- by Kayleena Pierce-Bohen, Colin McCormick
- ScreenRant.com
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