Inside Tolkien's The Lord of the Rings - Four DVD Set (2003)

Synopsis: Now that you've seen the movies, set your eyes on these four indispensable programs that features a comprehensive analysis of the complete The Lord Of The Rings, as well as underlying themes,... Now that you've seen the movies, set your eyes on these four indispensable programs that features a comprehensive analysis of the complete The Lord Of The Rings, as well as underlying themes, J.R.R. Tolkien's sources, influences, and the languages of Middle Earth. It sheds light on the characters of Gandalf and the other members of the Fellowship and takes an insightful look at Orcs, Ents, Elves, Dwarves, and others. In this powerful film, amazing 3-D mapping techniques illuminate the world of Middle Earth, based on Tolkien's original drawings and texts. Visit Fangorn Forrest - home of Treebeard, the stronghold of Helm's Deep, Saruman's fortress of Isengard, and the lands of Rohan and Mordor. Trace the journey of the characters day by day, unravel the intricacies of the plot, visit the towns and cities of Middle Earth, and hear Michael Stanton - the world's leading Tolkien authority - explain why The Lord of the Rings is still so popular fifty years after it was written. Also see spectacular paintings by great fantasy artists Tim and Greg Hildebrandt. Visit locations such as the Fortress of Sauron, Isengard and the Mines of Moria. Middle Earth authority Patrick Curry also weighs in with some insightful comments. Now you can complete the picture and begin to understand the full extent of the world behind J.R.R. Tolkien's amazing creation. [More]