Tolkien(2019)
Director:
Dome Karukoski
The formative years of the orphaned author J.R.R. Tolkien as he finds friendship, love and artistic inspiration among a group of fellow outcasts at sc...hool. Show More
Tolkien
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In the film Tolkien (2019), audiences dive into the formative years of the renowned author J.R.R. Tolkien, known for his beloved fantasy works such as The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit. Set during Tolkien's early life, the story showcases how he finds solace, friendship, love, and artistic inspiration in the unlikeliest of places.
As an orphan, Tolkien attends school and becomes part of a group of outcasts who become his closest friends. Together, they form a tight-knit bond and forge a fellowship that would deeply influence Tolkien's future literary creations. Through the shared experiences of love, loss, and the horrors of World War I, the film explores the motivations and inspirations behind Tolkien's iconic stories.
Bringing together the themes of companionship and imagination, Tolkien paints a vivid picture of the author's early life, capturing the essence of his friendships and the profound impact they had on his writing. The film provides a heartfelt glimpse into Tolkien's world, revealing the origins of his rich fantasy universe and showcasing the power of friendship and the transformative potential of art.
Join J.R.R. Tolkien on his journey of self-discovery as he finds a sense of belonging and a springboard for his future legendary works in Tolkien.
As an orphan, Tolkien attends school and becomes part of a group of outcasts who become his closest friends. Together, they form a tight-knit bond and forge a fellowship that would deeply influence Tolkien's future literary creations. Through the shared experiences of love, loss, and the horrors of World War I, the film explores the motivations and inspirations behind Tolkien's iconic stories.
Bringing together the themes of companionship and imagination, Tolkien paints a vivid picture of the author's early life, capturing the essence of his friendships and the profound impact they had on his writing. The film provides a heartfelt glimpse into Tolkien's world, revealing the origins of his rich fantasy universe and showcasing the power of friendship and the transformative potential of art.
Join J.R.R. Tolkien on his journey of self-discovery as he finds a sense of belonging and a springboard for his future legendary works in Tolkien.