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Tolkien and anime work well together, says LOTR: The War Of The Rohirrim's Japanese director


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Published in Media and Entertainment on Wednesday, December 4th 2024 at 0:04 GMT by Michael Jones   Print publication without navigation

  • The latest Lord Of The Rings film in a decade tells the story of tragic king Helm Hammerhand. Read more at straitstimes.com.

The article from The Straits Times discusses the upcoming anime film "The Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim," directed by Japanese filmmaker Kenji Kamiyama. Kamiyama, known for his work on "Ghost in the Shell: Stand Alone Complex" and "Blade Runner: Black Lotus," explains how J.R.R. Tolkien's epic fantasy world naturally aligns with anime's storytelling capabilities. He highlights the shared themes of heroism, adventure, and the battle between good and evil, which are prevalent in both Tolkien's works and anime. Kamiyama also touches on the adaptation process, emphasizing the importance of staying true to the spirit of Tolkien's universe while exploring new narratives, specifically focusing on the story of Helm Hammerhand, a legendary king of Rohan. The film aims to blend Western fantasy elements with the visual and narrative style of anime, potentially attracting fans from both genres.

Read the Full The Straits Times Article at:
[ https://www.straitstimes.com/life/entertainment/tolkien-and-anime-work-well-together-says-lotr-the-war-of-the-rohirrims-japanese-director ]

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