National Geographic - Beyond the Movie: The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King (2003)

Synopsis: This extraordinary documentary explores the facts behind the fantastical world of THE LORD OF THE RINGS: THE RETURN OF THE KING. Released in tandem with Peter Jackson's epic motion picture, this... This extraordinary documentary explores the facts behind the fantastical world of THE LORD OF THE RINGS: THE RETURN OF THE KING. Released in tandem with Peter Jackson's epic motion picture, this National Geographic special studies the origins of J.R.R. Tolkien's Middle-earth and how the real world mirrors that magical realm. Using exclusive behind-the-scenes footage, interviews with both the filmmakers and historians, and scenes from the stunning live-action movie, this informative study is fascinating for fans of literature, history, and cinema. [More]