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I've just had a decent festive period where I've rewatched the extended editions of the Lord of the Ring trilogy. Actually I watched the Hobbit films too. My god, one film per night, I have had a great time. I came on here expecting to find a thread devoted to the films but I couldn't find one. Upon this moment, I realised that I figured that this situation must be remedied. These films are absolutely outstanding in my view. The characterisation, set design, acting, effects, music, are all incredible. The overall concept is so interesting; men, dwarves, hobbits, elves, goblins, orcs etc., I am astounded by the scope of Tolkien's imagination. He apparently crafted this tale over a decade where he also held down a full-time job teaching. Amazing!
Some of the characters really interest me. Frodo, Aragorn, and Gollum. Frodo's experience with the corrupting influence of the Ring is an incredible story arc. Aragorn as the ranger, living in exile far from his destiny, ever watchful, sensitive, and with no fear of death. Gollum is a master creation. Once a mild river folk character, he is completely corrupted by the allure of a secret power. He pines for the ring like a jilted lover, and his division within, the battle for his soul is compulsive to view. The scene where he leads Frodo and Sam up the staircase is seared into my memory. How could any being lure two good souls to such a devastating fate? I was breathless watching these scenes, and I've seen these films numerous times, just fabulous film-making. There are too many scenes to mention in terms of memorable moments, I have just this little excerpt below to show the torment and pathology of Gollum below.
apparently only the Bible sold more copies than the LOTR in terms of booksales in the 20th century. What an achievement by Tolkien, and duly also to Peter Jackson in translating this series into three wonderful movies. I'm going to ponder some loose threads in my mind about these stories, such as corruption, mental hygiene, industry, brotherhood, courage, care/attention, love, pscychopathy, schizophrenia, just too many subjects to mention. I love these films and will be reading the books this year. Any fans on here guys and gals, any fans of the series, be it in book or film form? I'd love to read any responses because I consider this trilogy to be great art and arguably the best 3 films in my movie collection.

Some of the characters really interest me. Frodo, Aragorn, and Gollum. Frodo's experience with the corrupting influence of the Ring is an incredible story arc. Aragorn as the ranger, living in exile far from his destiny, ever watchful, sensitive, and with no fear of death. Gollum is a master creation. Once a mild river folk character, he is completely corrupted by the allure of a secret power. He pines for the ring like a jilted lover, and his division within, the battle for his soul is compulsive to view. The scene where he leads Frodo and Sam up the staircase is seared into my memory. How could any being lure two good souls to such a devastating fate? I was breathless watching these scenes, and I've seen these films numerous times, just fabulous film-making. There are too many scenes to mention in terms of memorable moments, I have just this little excerpt below to show the torment and pathology of Gollum below.
apparently only the Bible sold more copies than the LOTR in terms of booksales in the 20th century. What an achievement by Tolkien, and duly also to Peter Jackson in translating this series into three wonderful movies. I'm going to ponder some loose threads in my mind about these stories, such as corruption, mental hygiene, industry, brotherhood, courage, care/attention, love, pscychopathy, schizophrenia, just too many subjects to mention. I love these films and will be reading the books this year. Any fans on here guys and gals, any fans of the series, be it in book or film form? I'd love to read any responses because I consider this trilogy to be great art and arguably the best 3 films in my movie collection.