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Master of the Rings - The Unauthorized Story Behind J.R.R. Tolkien's "Lord of the Rings" Posters
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List Price: $9.99Amazon.com's Price: $9.49 You Save: $0.50 ( 5%)Prices subject to change.
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Audience Rating: NR (Not Rated)
Binding: VHS Tape
EAN: 9781588174017
Format: Color, NTSC
ISBN: 1588174018
Label: Vidmark / Trimark
Manufacturer: Vidmark / Trimark
Number Of Items: 1
Publisher: Vidmark / Trimark
Release Date: December 04, 2001
Running Time: 60 minutes
Sales Rank: 92936
Studio: Vidmark / Trimark
Theatrical Release Date: December 04, 2001
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Editorial Review:
Description:
John Ronald Reuel Tolkien never set out to become a pop icon. But almost 30 years after his death, he has ascended to heights previously reserved for pop stars. For hundreds of thousands, his vivid description of the enchanted land of Middle Earth--and the band of Hobbits, heroes and wizards who set out to save it--have evolved into more than just a fairy tale. Travel to Tolkien's hometown in England. Experience Dagorhir, where participants enact Dark Age battles. Watch Bob Catley perform music from his album "Middle Earth." Get a rare glimpse into the unique work of Roger Garland as he creates images reflecting the world of fantasy. 60 minutes.
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Viewers with more than a passing familiarity with fantasist J.R.R. Tolkien will find this hourlong documentary a trifle at best. With only a handful of photos and locations at their disposal, the filmmakers rely on a host of talking heads to discuss Tolkien's life as well as the influence of his Lord of the Rings trilogy on popular culture. Biographers Humphrey Carter and Graham Rogers provide informative but sporadic commentary; their input is overwhelmed by more substantial interviews with such fringe elements as ex-Magnum vocalist Bob Catley, who sings Tolkien-inspired folk rock, and members of Dagorhir, who enact real-life versions of medieval battles. Their largely vapid contributions only serve to further enhance the often-negative popular opinion of fantasy literature. The shot-on-video production is competently filmed, with many images capturing the simple beauty of the English countryside, but the lightweight content renders Master only marginally useful as an introduction to Tolkien's worlds. --Paul Gaita
Average Rating: 
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...or you'll regret you spent the money. Instead, buy Carpenter's excellent biography. Or buy Artist and Illustrator. I'm a huge Tolkien fan and this movie was embarassing to watch. I agree with the recent review that the interview with Carpenter was the best (so read his book). It was also a nice to see some of the Oxford environs (especially for those of us who aren't English), but the tour guides were total hacks.
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as a teacher, when i mark a pupils work i am required to comment on the pupils strengths, weaknesses and how their work could be developed.
this dvd has very few strengths. the short interviews with tolkien's biographer and members of the tolkien society are informative. the brief section showing roger garland at work in his studio in launceston, cornwell is okay(if on holiday over here in the uk visit it). but that's about it!
the weaknesses in the dvd are too numerous to mention but some ... Read More
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This film seems to have gotten higher ratings from most reviewers than the similarly named "J.R.R. Tolkien: Master of the Rings," but yet I actually found it to be more enjoyable to watch than the other one myself. Maybe it's because I didn't spend my own hard-earned cash on this one (I borrowed a library copy), or maybe it's because my expectations were much lower in this case. Whatever the reason, that was my reaction.
Neither of these films does a stellar job of presenting the world of ... Read More
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I kept looking at the clock to see if it was over yet and forced myself to watch the whole thing. To review all the bad parts would involve me having to watch it again and honestly, I can't think of a good thing to say about it. This is one purhcase I deeply regret.
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I believe to create an autobiography about a man such as Tolkien video creates a great picture and understanding of the concepts that that particular person or persons is trying to get across to its audience. This documentary revealed the aspects of Tolkien's life that were key to writing the amazing novels that were produced. I recommend this to anyone that is a fan or just curious. AMAZING!
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