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dimitrafimi.com
[AI summary] The lecture explores the complex relationship between J.R.R. Tolkien's Middle-earth and race, focusing on the portrayal of non-human races like the Easterlings and Haradrim. It analyzes how Tolkien's descriptions of these races, influenced by his academic background and the cultural context of his time, reflect both the mythopoeic elements of his work and the racial prejudices of the early 20th century. The lecture also discusses the visual adaptations in Peter Jackson's films, which draw from non-European cultural elements to portray these races, raising questions about the ideological implications of such representations. The discussion culminates in a reflection on the moral and ethical dimensions of war and the dehumanization of enemies, as ... |
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thoughtsontolkien.wordpress.com
What is the purpose of Faramir's character? He is one of the most beloved characters of The Lord of the Rings, but admittedly his character does very little to "advance" the plot. While his scenes with Frodo in Henneth Annun are moving, he changes nothing about Frodo's course (other than supplying him with more food,... |
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acoup.blog
This week, I want to keep unloading my Tolkien-related thoughts, turning from last week's character study to a look at the way 'magic' and spiritual power work in Tolkien's legendarium and in particular to how contests between fundamentally magical beings in Middle-earth are decided. This is a topic that I think even the best adaptations... |
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www.si.com
SI.com football experts make their predictions for Super BowlXLIX, MVP and more. |
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