The Exorcist

[Liriodendron]

That scene didn't bother me at all! I thought it was a "filmy" way to show that Saruman was at the heart of the "problem" with King Theoden. I never quite understood what was implied (in the books) with the "magic" in Saruman's voice. Was there sorcery, (and did he pass this magic or spellmaking on to his mentor Wormtongue) or was the magic that of an extremely eloquent persuasive speaker, who knew just how to prey on someones fears and doubts? I've read the books many times, and this scene did not bother me in the least! In fact....I liked it!