"And apparently his notes are just vitriolic.

[Mithalwen]

Originally Posted by davem

What I find interesting is that (a somebody from the movie seems to have access to the Bodleian's Tolkien archive, & b) that Tolkien would get so angry over Garner's novel. Wonder what aspects specifically got him so angry?

There were a few people involved on the films or related products who mightwell have access.. Alan Lee & John Howe maybe.. Royd Tolkien would have access and appeared as an extra in the film.

[Aiwendil]

Let's keep in mind that what we have here is a third-hand report. I'd reserve judgement on Tolkien's "vitriolic notes" until I actually see them, or at least hear a report of them from someone who's actually seen them.

[Mithalwen]

Of course one person's vitriolic comment may be another's professional judgement ...have to bear context in mind. It was a private copy and not a public review he had no need to be tactful.

[PrinceOfTheHalflings]

Originally Posted by Mithalwen

There were a few people involved on the films or related products who mightwell have access.. Alan Lee & John Howe maybe.. Royd Tolkien would have access and appeared as an extra in the film.

Tom Shippey is another.