The creations of the Tolkiens

[Elrian]

Originally posted by Tarlondeion Of Gondolin:
<STRONG>I think Chris T is just takin advantage of his dad.
I think the films will reinforce Tolkien as being a great author. It will inspire people to read the Hobbit and the Sil. [img]smilies/smile.gif[/img]</STRONG>

If christopher tolkien didn't take on the daunting task of bringing the remaining works of his father to the fans, who would? And who better? I just read that Prof Tolkien sold the movie rights back in 1968 for 10,000 British pounds, the Tolkien family does not profit from any of the former films (TV or cinema) or any of the upcoming films. The Tolkien family are very charitable people according to reports, so to say money is the only reason the publish and continue to release their fathers work, I think you need to find the facts before making such accusations.

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