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Syed Nawaz asked this question about The Lord of the Rings:
I haven't read Tolkiens works, but I really want to. My concern is that currently, the LOTR movies are currently my favourite movies of all time (this is coming from someone who doesn't usually have favourites). Will reading the books ruin my love for the movies? I know this will depend on me, but I wanted to see the general opinion.
Raymond Caliendo I have not read LOTR either, but intend to shortly. Personally, it's almost always been the other way around for me where the movies almost never live…moreI have not read LOTR either, but intend to shortly. Personally, it's almost always been the other way around for me where the movies almost never lived up to the books. The books almost always provide new levels of depth and insight not possible in a mere few hours of film time. The most notable exception for me was Jaws; that was one instance where I thought a simply good book was surpassed by an amazing movie. For some, Gone with the Wind or the Godfather might also be exceptions. (less)
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by J.R.R. Tolkien
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