[The Saucepan Man]

<BLOCKQUOTE>quote:<HR> Also, let's not judge these future scenes by a 3 sentence description from one of perhaps dozens of interviews that Jackson gives out on a weekly basis. <HR></BLOCKQUOTE><P>Well, I certainly agree with that, Birdie. The same point occurred to me as I was writing my post. It may well be that the scene is dealt with with great affection and humour. <P>Still, Jackson's use of the phrase "reciting bad poetry" troubles me. It suggests to me that the poetry itself will be portrayed as ridiculous, rather than alien from M & P's cultural standpoint.<P>But, I shall reserve judgment ... <P>And I look forward to sharing the odd Ent Draught or two, whatever the outcome. <p>[ April 11, 2003: Message edited by: The Saucepan Man ]