The Barrow-Downs Discussion Forum - View Single Post

Samwise · 05-26-2002, 09:28 PM

<BLOCKQUOTE>quote:<HR> posted May 26, 2002 11:17 PM <BR>--------------------------------------------------------------------------------<BR>I didn't have a problem with Arwen's character in the book, but I just don't know why she was added to the movie so early save for publicity? I actually felt it was taking away from Frodo's character to have her "save" him--when she has no special powers given in the book at that point, instead of Frodo standing up to the nine with his strength of will. <HR></BLOCKQUOTE><BR>I agree with that, Kalla. Arwen being there at that point was unecessary.<BR> <BLOCKQUOTE>quote:<HR>"So my plan is all spoilt!" said Frodo. "It is no good trying to escape you. But I'm glad, Sam. It is plain that we were meant to go together. " <HR></BLOCKQUOTE>

05-26-2002, 09:28 PM	#35
Samwise Faithful Spirit Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: #3 Bagshot Row, Petaluma, Ca Posts: 2,299	<BLOCKQUOTE>quote:<HR> posted May 26, 2002 11:17 PM <BR>--------------------------------------------------------------------------------<BR>I didn't have a problem with Arwen's character in the book, but I just don't know why she was added to the movie so early save for publicity? I actually felt it was taking away from Frodo's character to have her "save" him--when she has no special powers given in the book at that point, instead of Frodo standing up to the nine with his strength of will. <HR></BLOCKQUOTE><BR>I agree with that, Kalla. Arwen being there at that point was unecessary.<BR> <BLOCKQUOTE>quote:<HR>"So my plan is all spoilt!" said Frodo. "It is no good trying to escape you. But I'm glad, Sam. It is plain that we were meant to go together. " <HR></BLOCKQUOTE> __________________ Giving thanks unto the Father...In whom we have redemption through His blood, even the forgiveness of sins.~Colossians1:12a,14 * * * * * * * I am Samwise son of Hamfast, if by hoe or trowel I can get these weeds out of your garden, I will.You have my shears!;)