Things that would not have happened if not for the movies

[Elyna of Rivendell]

Originally Posted by Lalwendë

I'd also argue that they made more women and girls realise that sci-fi and fantasy are actually great fun and that it's OK to admit in public that you are more interested in Hobbits than hairdressing.

That is very true. I think it is great because even though nothing could stop me loving LotR, it would be annoying to be judged for it.

I also think that it would have been less well known among the general population. I mean yeah people who read this sort of stuff would know, but i do't think SO many people would have seen/read/heard of it.