To make a great film you need three things – the script, the script & the script. – Alfred Hitchcock

Fantasy, AdventureJohn KinnaneJune 13, 2024J.R.R. Tolkien, Fran Walsh, Philippa Boyens, Peter Jackson, The Lord of the Rings, Ian McKellen, Elijah WoodComment

The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King

Fantasy, AdventureJohn KinnaneJune 13, 2024J.R.R. Tolkien, Fran Walsh, Philippa Boyens, Peter Jackson, The Lord of the Rings, Ian McKellen, Elijah WoodComment

The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King (2003)

Directed by: Peter Jackson
Written by: J.R.R. Tolkien (novel), Fran Walsh, Philippa Boyens & Peter Jackson

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ABOUT THE FILM

Gandalf and Aragorn lead the World of Men against Sauron's army to draw his gaze from Frodo and Sam as they approach Mount Doom with the One Ring.

John Kinnane