About The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring Extended Edition (HBO)

The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring Extended Edition is regarded as a fantasy adventure masterpiece, directed by Peter Jackson. The movie is adapted from the first volume of J. R. R. Tolkien's epic trilogy, "The Lord of the Rings". This Extended Edition provides a deeper insight into the story and features a longer running time.

After a young Hobbit named Frodo Baggins inherits the One Ring, he embarks on an epic quest along with a group of dwarves, elves, and men, dedicated to destroying the Ring. However, the dark lord Sauron seeks the Ring's power to rule over Middle Earth, leading to countless battles and adventures.

Making / Production

Director Peter Jackson brought Tolkien's intricate world to life with grand sets and breathtaking landscapes in New Zealand. The production process was a significant undertaking, requiring extensive pre-production and post-production, including the creation of visual effects and complex set designs.

Actors

• Elijah Wood as Frodo Baggins - a young and courageous Hobbit with the weight of the world on his shoulders.
• Ian McKellen as Gandalf the Grey - an old and wise wizard who guides Frodo on his journey.
• Viggo Mortensen as Aragorn - a skilled warrior with a mysterious past.
• Sean Astin as Samwise Gamgee - steadfast and loyal friend to Frodo.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring was released on 10 December 2001 in the United Kingdom.
• The film grossed over $887 million worldwide.
• The production team built 44 Hobbit holes for the movie.

Awards

The film has received numerous accolades, including four Academy Awards for Best Visual Effects, Best Cinematography, Best Makeup, and Best Original Score.

Quotes

• “All we have to decide is what to do with the time that is given us.” - Gandalf
• “One ring to rule them all.” - Frodo

Music, Soundtrack

• Music was composed and conducted by Howard Shore.
• The film's score is regarded as a cornerstone of the movies, beautifully capturing the film's epic scope.