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Ever since I was 7, I have been captivated by JRR Tolkein, the way he weaves massive complicated storylines together and literally brings magic through words. The Hobbit was my first book, read at 7. Brilliant, and I had been loving Brian Jacques' Redwall saga. Well, that was good, but nothing compared to the gem I had just read. That book changed the way I read books. I never read childrens books again. The Silmarilion must be his most appreciated book, and one of the finest. He shows his talent for the epic, with this story that spanned the Ages of Middle-Earth. Sheer escapism. The came the masterpiece, the one book that has no equal. Lord of The Rings. I finished Fellowship of the Ring in one night - I didn't sleep at all. The phrase 'couldn't put it down' has actual meaning. The Twin Towers, follwed by The Return of the King, all in three days. And it was worth it. Words can't really describe how much I love this book. It is simply the greatest book I have ever read.
Nowadays, I read Pratchett, Goodkind, Jordan, Peake, Brooks, Rowling and so on - the classic fantasy writers of our time. Yet they all could not have been possible without
Lord of the Rings. It is even visible in Harry Potter. And month after month I am drawn back to reading one of Tolkein's timeless novels.
Then, early this year, I hear of a movie being made. An epic. My favourite book made flesh. I couldn't believe my luck. Then came the worry, that JRR's life's work wouldn't be adhered to with all honesty. Then came confirmation, as the newsletter I had signed up to came in. Arwen Evenstar, fighting? All she does is moon round Rivendell! Now I hear she saves Frodo from the Dark Riders, and fights at Helm's Deep? Another shock - No Tom Bombadil. This was terrible, surely?
Then I thought about it. No, not terrible. The book is not the film. They are two seperate things. It is still Middle-Earth, and the magic will still be there. Peter Jackson is a fine director, and a lifetime fan of the books, like myself. I feel that the book is safe in his hands. Surely he can deliver the film that will make me want to throw away my copy of Dogma and install this as my favourite film. Legions of fans in uproar about Arwen in particular, and though I thought I would be one of the multitude of voices... I'm not. It simple doesn't matter. It might even add to the film. No way can they fit the whole thing in. There simply isn't enough time. Sacrifices have to be made, and lines changed. It's still Lord of The Rings, but changed, enhanced for the silver screen. It's needed, and a good idea. Attract the viewers, maybe. That's what it's for, at the core. To make New Line Cinema some big bucks. Good luck to them, I say. I'm happy to hand over my money in exchange for the fufillment of a dream.
The trailer was next, as I was preparing for another hope, the Harry Potter movie. It was magic. I loved every second of that trailer. It left me with unshakable confidence that Jackson had done what we asked of him, and delivered the finest representation of a classic we could have hoped for.
I haven't read Lord of The Rings for a while, as this is great. I won't wince when a line is changed, or skipped out. Those of you who love this book, I wouldn't advise re-reading it before December 19th dawns. You'll enjoy the film more, I guarentee it.
My birthday is December 19th, so it's a kind of birthday present for me. You bet I'll see it first day. I'll gladly pay Cineworld's high prices. But I won't moan as Arwen leaves Rivendell on a quest. I won't sigh as the Old Forest is left out. And as for lines left out, I won't notice them. It's Lord of the Rings!
The greatest epic ever written is about to become the greatest film ever shown. I don't know about you, but that's something to look forward too.
Nowadays, I read Pratchett, Goodkind, Jordan, Peake, Brooks, Rowling and so on - the classic fantasy writers of our time. Yet they all could not have been possible without
Lord of the Rings. It is even visible in Harry Potter. And month after month I am drawn back to reading one of Tolkein's timeless novels.
Then, early this year, I hear of a movie being made. An epic. My favourite book made flesh. I couldn't believe my luck. Then came the worry, that JRR's life's work wouldn't be adhered to with all honesty. Then came confirmation, as the newsletter I had signed up to came in. Arwen Evenstar, fighting? All she does is moon round Rivendell! Now I hear she saves Frodo from the Dark Riders, and fights at Helm's Deep? Another shock - No Tom Bombadil. This was terrible, surely?
Then I thought about it. No, not terrible. The book is not the film. They are two seperate things. It is still Middle-Earth, and the magic will still be there. Peter Jackson is a fine director, and a lifetime fan of the books, like myself. I feel that the book is safe in his hands. Surely he can deliver the film that will make me want to throw away my copy of Dogma and install this as my favourite film. Legions of fans in uproar about Arwen in particular, and though I thought I would be one of the multitude of voices... I'm not. It simple doesn't matter. It might even add to the film. No way can they fit the whole thing in. There simply isn't enough time. Sacrifices have to be made, and lines changed. It's still Lord of The Rings, but changed, enhanced for the silver screen. It's needed, and a good idea. Attract the viewers, maybe. That's what it's for, at the core. To make New Line Cinema some big bucks. Good luck to them, I say. I'm happy to hand over my money in exchange for the fufillment of a dream.
The trailer was next, as I was preparing for another hope, the Harry Potter movie. It was magic. I loved every second of that trailer. It left me with unshakable confidence that Jackson had done what we asked of him, and delivered the finest representation of a classic we could have hoped for.
I haven't read Lord of The Rings for a while, as this is great. I won't wince when a line is changed, or skipped out. Those of you who love this book, I wouldn't advise re-reading it before December 19th dawns. You'll enjoy the film more, I guarentee it.
My birthday is December 19th, so it's a kind of birthday present for me. You bet I'll see it first day. I'll gladly pay Cineworld's high prices. But I won't moan as Arwen leaves Rivendell on a quest. I won't sigh as the Old Forest is left out. And as for lines left out, I won't notice them. It's Lord of the Rings!
The greatest epic ever written is about to become the greatest film ever shown. I don't know about you, but that's something to look forward too.
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Sheesh - i am too far in!!
No, but that's a good thing. Let's argue some more...
Mordor is the seat of ultimate power - the One Ring was forged here.
Sheesh - i am too far in!!
No, but that's a good thing. Let's argue some more...
Mordor is the seat of ultimate power - the One Ring was forged here.
The west may sing all the time - but at least they are not slaves to a twisted God like Sauron is.
Sheesh - i am too far in!!
Sheesh - i am too far in!!
Heh, Mordor rules. :-D
Mordor born and bred?
SHAME ON YOU!
;-)
SHAME ON YOU!
;-)
When are the advanced previews then?
sorry i got the directors name wrong its peter jackson no whoever simon
did anyone get the CD with that sunday paper? i forgot which one
it has all 3 trailers 2 samples from the soundtrack 2 wallpapers 2 screen savers and 3 docuvideos from on the set!
mind you, you can get all that from http://www.lordoftherings.net
and i'm off to book my tickets for the advanced preview of the movie
woop woop
did anyone get the CD with that sunday paper? i forgot which one
it has all 3 trailers 2 samples from the soundtrack 2 wallpapers 2 screen savers and 3 docuvideos from on the set!
mind you, you can get all that from http://www.lordoftherings.net
and i'm off to book my tickets for the advanced preview of the movie
woop woop
Ah, Glorfindel, so it was. Well remembered. There is no magic in the world...until you read Lord of the Rings. Enough said. I love you guys! ;-)
It was Glorfindel that rescued Frodo - a good part of the book - The way Tolkein actualy makes the Black Riders fearful - when Frodo hides off the road near the start, you actualy almost know what he feels like - its magical!
I first read the Hobbit at about 7, and now I have read LOTR al tleast 5 times - its absoloutely brilliant - a real breath of fresh air if you have never read it before, and all you hear is Harry Potter - However, I have read it before, and it is an epic of epical proportions. The whole world is huge, and every person counts.
Don't get me started on the Silmarillion - harder to read, but its probsbly got more detail than the Bible! It creates an entire world - it is almost a bible in its entirity, yet without the religion - a more historic bible
Absoloutely brilliant - is ust amazign the film took this long to arrive, but the CSFX were almost certainyl needed to convey Tolkeins imagination and brilliance.
I first read the Hobbit at about 7, and now I have read LOTR al tleast 5 times - its absoloutely brilliant - a real breath of fresh air if you have never read it before, and all you hear is Harry Potter - However, I have read it before, and it is an epic of epical proportions. The whole world is huge, and every person counts.
Don't get me started on the Silmarillion - harder to read, but its probsbly got more detail than the Bible! It creates an entire world - it is almost a bible in its entirity, yet without the religion - a more historic bible
Absoloutely brilliant - is ust amazign the film took this long to arrive, but the CSFX were almost certainyl needed to convey Tolkeins imagination and brilliance.
simon' gave the chicks more forward roles in the movies because the original is virtually a "dude only" story so to update it a bit he made slight alterations like whats her face fighting and someone falling in love...
sorry i dont know the names i'm only half way through the two towers
so please dont ruin it for me this is the first book i have actually been drawn into in a lonnnnnnnnng ti..well ever
sorry i dont know the names i'm only half way through the two towers
so please dont ruin it for me this is the first book i have actually been drawn into in a lonnnnnnnnng ti..well ever
Yep, that's the scene. In the book, an Elven Lord comes down from Rivendell and puts Frodo on his horse, facing the Black Riders himself. In the film, Arwen takes his place, but just grabs Frodo and runs away, then, when in the middle of the river, challenges the Dark Riders - " If you want him, COME AND GET HIM!" - forgotting that they are afraid of water. In the book, Elrond uses the Water Ring to cause the Aduin to sweep the Riders away.
But who cares? :-D
But who cares? :-D
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