Mythmakers Encore: Did Peter Jackson Get It Right? The Fellowship of the Ring Movie Reconsidered
Published on Aug 7, 2025, 7:00:00 AM
Total time: 00:54:02
Published on Aug 7, 2025, 7:00:00 AM
Total time: 00:54:02
20 years from now someone somewhere will surely be considering having another go at The Lord of the Rings on film. In this episode of Mythmakers, Julia Golding is joined by academic and Tolkien fan Jacob Rennaker to look back at the Peter Jackson adaptation of The Fellowship of the Ring, considering the script choices and casting, the cuts and the visual realisation. What were the moments that could not be bettered, and where is the room for a new creative to have another go? Have a listen and see if you agree!
(00:05) Analyzing the Changes in LOTR Films
(08:32) Exploring Themes and Moments in LOTR
(18:01) Critiquing LOTR Films
(34:47) Analysis of Omissions in LOTR Films
(41:41) Visualizing and Enhancing LOTR Locations
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