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Lalwendë · 08-25-2005, 01:35 PM

I have to write a bit about The Reduced Silmarillion Company.

I'm not much of one for drama, but I do love a good bit of comedy. And these guys didn't disappoint. Basically it involved a small group of young men tearing about, running behind screens and coming out with say, a new wig on, to represent a character. Lots of comedy props were used including an inflatable hammer, many wigs and a doll. The Silmarils were represented by cans of Beer (very good choice). Add in some funny sound effects (including a highly over the top and very silly scream followed by the sound of a monster groaning) and a deadpan narrator, and plenty of running gags and it made for a fast paced but hilarious show.

It might sound very stupid from that description, but no, it was cleverly done, not amateurish, and it reminded me very much of The League of Gentlemen. It had the same frenzied style of joke, it was surreal and it had some great moments of dark humour too. If anything, it was a satirical look at the Silmarillion, and I do recommend it!

08-25-2005, 01:35 PM	#30
Lalwendë A Mere Boggart Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: under the bed Posts: 4,737	I have to write a bit about The Reduced Silmarillion Company. I'm not much of one for drama, but I do love a good bit of comedy. And these guys didn't disappoint. Basically it involved a small group of young men tearing about, running behind screens and coming out with say, a new wig on, to represent a character. Lots of comedy props were used including an inflatable hammer, many wigs and a doll. The Silmarils were represented by cans of Beer (very good choice). Add in some funny sound effects (including a highly over the top and very silly scream followed by the sound of a monster groaning) and a deadpan narrator, and plenty of running gags and it made for a fast paced but hilarious show. It might sound very stupid from that description, but no, it was cleverly done, not amateurish, and it reminded me very much of The League of Gentlemen. It had the same frenzied style of joke, it was surreal and it had some great moments of dark humour too. If anything, it was a satirical look at the Silmarillion, and I do recommend it! __________________ Gordon's alive!