Age change in Théoden - The Barrow-Downs Discussion Forum

MatthewM · 01-14-2008, 11:24 PM

Why do you suppose Jackson made King Théoden (and in turn his son Théodred) appear about 20-30 years younger than Tolkien described him in the book?

It's probably some lame excuse such as not wanting him to be confused with Gandalf. I hate that kind of excuse. It infuriates me because that is the pathetic explanation he (PJ) gave for giving Boromir lighter hair even though he clearly should have had dark hair as Tolkien described. PJ claimed two dark haired men in the Fellowship would be confusing. Lame. What age group was the movie aimed at, again? (sarcasm)...

Anyway, I stray. Opinions on the age change?

01-14-2008, 11:24 PM	#1
MatthewM Ghost Prince of Cardolan Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: New York Posts: 628	Age change in Théoden Why do you suppose Jackson made King Théoden (and in turn his son Théodred) appear about 20-30 years younger than Tolkien described him in the book? It's probably some lame excuse such as not wanting him to be confused with Gandalf. I hate that kind of excuse. It infuriates me because that is the pathetic explanation he (PJ) gave for giving Boromir lighter hair even though he clearly should have had dark hair as Tolkien described. PJ claimed two dark haired men in the Fellowship would be confusing. Lame. What age group was the movie aimed at, again? (sarcasm)... Anyway, I stray. Opinions on the age change? __________________ "Loud and clear it sounds in the valleys of the hills...and then let all the foes of Gondor flee!" -Boromir, The Fellowship of the Ring