Articles related to "Aragorn"



Are We Ready For Peter Jackson's Aragorn?
An assessment of the character of Aragorn and how it should be portrayed in Peter Jackson's "Lord of the Rings" movies.
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Where Are the Aragorn and Arwen Web Sites?
A discussion of Aragorn and Arwen, how Web sites for them are currently lacking, and what may emerge on the Web as the popularity of these characters and the actors who portray them rises.
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Who Were the Real Heroes of Middle-Earth?
An analysis of how Tolkien's relationship with his wife Edith is metaphorically reflected in the relationships he created for his heroes and heroines.
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Frodo's Temptation; Aragorn's Resistance
The Kings of Numenore succumbed to Sauron's influence. The Nazgul had all been men who had been corrupted by him. Boromir went mad with desire for the One Ring. What enabled Aragorn to resist the temptation to seize the Ring?
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Ranger For Hire: Have Horse, Will Travel
A discussion of possible locations where Aragorn's people may have lived in Eriador.
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Much ado about Arwen: Elven Princess
A profile of Arwen as portrayed by J.R.R. Tolkien, and how the original character may have inspired Peter Jackson to extrapolate abilities she did not display in the book.
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Love, Middle-earth Style
An examination of some of the love stories (some tragic, some idyllic) bound up in Tolkien's long history of Middle-earth.
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It is a dark and stormy movie...
A discussion of the emotional impact Peter Jackson's 'Lord of the Rings' movies are having on fandom, and how Tolkien's story evokes emotional responses from the readers. Will Jackson's films evoke similar responses?
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Speaking of Legolas...
An examination of the character of Legolas, and the possible clues Tolkien may have left concerning Legolas' age.
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Unwritten Tales of Love and War in Middle-Earth
Both the First Age and the Third Age are highlighted by tales of love and tragedy. Yet the Second Age reveals only pieces of what might have been another enchanting cycle of stories of love, heroism, and the long struggle against evil.
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Exploring Tolkien's Fourth Age
How Middle-earth might have appeared in the Fourth Age, had J.R.R. Tolkien finished writing The New Shadow.
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Ghan-Buri-Ghan, Where Are You?
A review of 'The Return of the King', the third installment of Peter Jackson's cinematic version of 'The Lord of the Rings'.
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Ferthu Theoden Hal!
If you've ever wondered what was so special about Theoden, there may be an answer to your question. We can study the world in which Theoden lived to learn a little more about him.
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Dion Johnstone - Triple Threat
Dion Johnstone on his many roles - from Lord of the Ring's Boromir, to Stargate SG1 "Unas" Chaka, plus his fave playwright, and his take on the Stratford Season 2008.
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The Middle-Earth Prophecies
An examination of the role prophecy plays in Middle-earth, and how Tolkien distinguishes between true foretelling and forecasting, and how prophecy may be a tool for compulsion.
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Hey guys, how's the weather down there?
A review of the impact that New Zealand's climate may have on filming the "Lord of the Rings" movies, how Peter Jackson may address issues of climate and geography, and what challenges lie ahead for him.
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Frodo's Temptation - the New Lord of Barad-dur
The final installment of the 'Frodo's Temptation' series of articles wherein the author gives in to the temptation to play a round of 'what-if'.
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Frodo's Temptation, Frodo's Failure
An examination of what has been called Frodo's failure as a hero.
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He Shall Be Like a Tree Planted By the Rivers of Water
The trees of Middle-earth reveal Tolkien's deep love for nature's graceful giants. But though the Ents championed the cause of trees in a world of two legged hewers, they seemed to reveal little about themselves. We must magnify Tolkien's words with our imaginations if we are to behold the all the trees in the silent, wild wood.
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Kryptic Tales of Middle-earth
A review of the various tales of horror and dread that Tolkien slipped into the Middle-earth canon.
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Under-dogs of Middle-earth
One staple of modern film and fantasy is the tale of the under-dog - the poor bloke for whom there apparently is no hope. JRR Tolkien drew from the ancient texts he studied to craft stories of the under-dogs of Middle-earth.
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Movie Costumes for Married Couples
Married couples who are looking for adult costume ideas can dress in famous couples' movie costumes for a Halloween costume party.
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Peter Jackson Films 1996 - Present
Peter Jackson's filmography from 1996 to present, listed by year of release and including synopses. Plus a look at future projects for Jackson circa 2008-9
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Et Tu, Faramir?
Tolkien's vivid mythology captures the imagination with a careful retelling of supposedly ancient stories which were long forgotten. But just exactly what were the imaginary sources for Tolkien's imaginary sources? Middle-earth's undiscovered literature evokes a wheels-within-wheels mystique, much as real literature draws upon older sources to build up its own power and breadth.
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Notinole from Babylon to Middle-earth
Tolkien researchers haven't overlooked the fundamentals of Tolkien's numerals, but the fundamentals of mathematics in Middle-earth may be easier to discern than previously believed.
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Anarchy in Tolkien's The Lord of the Rings
Hobbits might appear to have little in common with anarchists. Yet, Tolkien places hobbits in a self-governing society which avoids power and focuses on freedom.
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Banewreaker and Godslayer: Review
If all that's good considers you evil, are you? Jacqueline Carey's Sundering duology poses the question... and leaves a reader with only the most ambiguous of answers.
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The Breaking of the One Ring
This is Part 1 of an examination of the meaning of the One Ring in Tolkien's trilogy.
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The Quests of Middle-earth
A look at Tolkien's use of quests in his stories, long and short, and of how role-playing games and more recent fantasy stories have departed from Tolkien's ideas.
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Elvish Baby Names
Elvish names are becoming increasingly popular for babies. This list describes the meanings and characters behind several beautiful Elf names from LOTR.
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Female Elvish Names and Meanings
Elf names have become increasingly popular for babies since Tolkien's The Lord of the Rings was made into a film trilogy. Here are some beautiful Middle-Earth names and
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How did Tolkien actually portray the Rohirrim?
A discussion of how Tolkien portrayed the Rohirrim, comparing and contrasting them with the peoples of the Icelandic sagas and ancient Germanic tribes.
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Lonely Wanderers and the Tales That Almost Were
The story of Earendil changed considerably through the years of Tolkien's life. In a similar fashion, the history of the Lords of Dol Amroth also underwent changes. The promise of both stories was thus never fully achieved.
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And Now for the Other Love Story
An examination of the lifestyles Sam Gamgee and Rose Cotton may have known while growing up, and how their families fit into Shire economics and society.
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And Now The News: Update for September 1999
Who's doing what to whom
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And Now, The News: Update for August 1999
Who's doing what with whom when.
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Downloads and Dragons: Look what they've done to Fantasy, ma
A review of the Dungeons and Dragons trailer and how it fits into the emergence of fantasy adventure movies as potential top box office material.
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Strange as news from Bree...
A discussion of Bree's significance and probable history in the Third Age.
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Tolkien's Middle-earth doesn't look like Medieval Europe
A refutation of the medievalist interpretation of J.R.R. Tolkien's Middle-earth.
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Snoopy Versus the Lord of the Nazgul
How J.R.R. Tolkien's <i>The Lord of the Rings</i> might look if some famous American cartoon characters were to take on the key roles in the story.
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Can Middle-earth survive the commercialization of Tolkien?
A discussion of how the commercialization of Tolkien's works may or may not affect the impression new fans form of Middle-earth in years to come.
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Choosing a Baby Name from Tolkien
JRR Tolkien has inspired a number of parents to call their babies Galadriel and Arwen. Here are some Professor-esque alternatives for Middle-Earth baby names.
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How to Have a Lord of the Rings Wedding
From Elvish invitations to Middle Earth jewelry to ceremonies held in New Zealand film locations, throw a Lord of the Rings wedding inspired by the books or film trilogy.
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Inspirational Popular Movies
When you're feeling down, a good story can help you feel better. Here are four movies that reduce stress, transform despair into hope, and restore your perspective.
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Orphans in Children's Literature
Orphaned children are a classic feature of children's stories. These children's books feature protagonists whose parents are either dead or missing.
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Racism and The Lord of the Rings
It is the changing cultural situation, not the original texts, which have led some people to identify possibly racist elements to the Lord of the Rings film trilogy.
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The Merchants of Middle-earth
A discussion of money and economics in J.R.R. Tolkien's Middle-earth through the ages.
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When is a movie not just a movie?
An examination of the ethnic, moral, and historical issues surrounding The Lord of the Rings, which is occasionally embroiled in a controversy alleging that the book is racist.
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CD Review: Megadeth - Endgame
Megadeth may be known for leader Dave Mustaine's antics or for being a perpetual also-ran to Metallica's throne, but they slay 'em all with this new thrash masterpiece.
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Movie Review: Eastern Promises
Viggo Mortensen throws down an Oscar-caliber performance as a Russian mobster in David Cronenberg's latest film, Eastern Promises.
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