As a lifelong fan of Tolkien’s Middle-earth, I must confess that my feelings towards “The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power” are as complex as a palantír’s visions. While I appreciate the grandeur and the visual spectacle this show offers, I can’t help but feel that it’s like a well-cooked second breakfast – it looks good, but something seems to be missing.
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First, let’s take a quick detour to Westeros as we bring you the latest, somewhat mysterious development in the ongoing dispute between George R.R. Martin, the creator of Game of Thrones, and the creative heads behind the Game of Thrones prequel series House of the Dragon. Catch up on the newest episode here!
The Rings of Power presents an intriguing dilemma. Although Amazon has poured considerable resources into its production, I remain uncertain about its necessity. It shares some resemblance with J.R.R. Tolkien’s novels, yet it deviates significantly to the point where it can’t be called a precise adaptation. The new elements added to the storyline appear rather directionless and insubstantial. Despite being enjoyable to watch, it seems questionable whether such a substantial investment was warranted.
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