Newsweek story on LOTR movies - The Barrow-Downs Discussion Forum

Armiel · 01-21-2001, 07:33 PM

1. I am excited about the movie but I definately have my doubts. As a writer I'm not confident that the essence of the books will be captured. 2. I find the elimination of Bombadil and the added role of Arwen to be both huge mistakes and a terrible alteration of the story. 3. I haven't seen the trailer and I don't really want to as it will make me more impatient for the release. 4. I am a student and as I said I am not confident in the transition from literature to film and I am doubtful it will capture the greatness of Tolkiens writing. 5. I saw the animated film and I also really hope that Jackson does alot better! Armiel

01-21-2001, 07:33 PM	#12
Armiel Pile O'Bones Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Wandering Posts: 13	<BR><br><br> 1. I am excited about the movie but I definately have my doubts. As a writer I'm not confident that the essence of the books will be captured.<br> <br> 2. I find the elimination of Bombadil and the added role of Arwen to be both huge mistakes and a terrible alteration of the story.<br> <br> 3. I haven't seen the trailer and I don't really want to as it will make me more impatient for the release.<br> <br> 4. I am a student and as I said I am not confident in the transition from literature to film and I am doubtful it will capture the greatness of Tolkiens writing.<br> <br> 5. I saw the animated film and I also really hope that Jackson does alot better! <p>Armiel </p> __________________ Armiel (need I say more)