And I think it could make an awesome movie, although they'd have to be really careful because there are some very problematic race issues in the original text.
Oh, yes. I never saw it as a wee thing, but now that I'm older, rereading that book does make me wince and feel a bit embarrassed. But if they update it and freshen it, and tweak a few things, it might be all right. I am depressed about the prospects of seeing the rest of the franchise onscreen, too, which is sad. The later works were just as good as the early ones. Prince Caspian was always my least favorite of the series, so I'm hoping it's just a bump in the road. But likely... this will be it.
Ah, I'm the same way as you about LotR! That's so rare! I like the movies much better myself. And my favorite book and movie is the first one. Most people turn their noses up at me, but I thought the films breathed life into Tolkien's universe in ways he couldn't.
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And I think it could make an awesome movie, although they'd have to be really careful because there are some very problematic race issues in the original text.
Oh, yes. I never saw it as a wee thing, but now that I'm older, rereading that book does make me wince and feel a bit embarrassed. But if they update it and freshen it, and tweak a few things, it might be all right. I am depressed about the prospects of seeing the rest of the franchise onscreen, too, which is sad. The later works were just as good as the early ones. Prince Caspian was always my least favorite of the series, so I'm hoping it's just a bump in the road. But likely... this will be it.
Ah, I'm the same way as you about LotR! That's so rare! I like the movies much better myself. And my favorite book and movie is the first one. Most people turn their noses up at me, but I thought the films breathed life into Tolkien's universe in ways he couldn't.