Best Book-to-Movie Change: The Fellowship of the Rings

As a long-time Tolkien fan, I have strong opinions about Peter Jackson's movies about Middle Earth. Because I love the books so much, it's easy to see every deviation from the books as a flaw. But Jackson did make at least one change to the story that was for the better. His ending to The... Continue Reading →

Who is the True Hero? Frodo or Sam?

Thanks to Hollywood, the word "hero" conjures a definite image: a muscular, stern-faced man, who is taciturn, courageous, and determined. He faces impossible odds, risking what matters most to him, in order to save others. His most prominent characteristic is his strength — physical and mental. Without it, he cannot hope to succeed. But not all... Continue Reading →

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