Reportedly, Stuart Townsend wasn't 'physical' enough for the role, which I can very well see happening. Viggo Mortensen brought a very cool dynamic to Aragorn, doing the stunts and fight scenes himself. He's lean and graceful but strong. Stuart Townsend looks a bit efeminate, and much more like a teen idol than Viggo.
All in all, Viggo did a great job with the script he's been given.
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And no one was ill, and everyone was pleased, except those who had to mow the grass.
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