121: Charting Changes: The Battle of Five Armies' Departure from The Hobbit, Comparing “The Return Journey” to the Film
Explore how the chapter “The Return Journey” was adapted in the film The Hobbit: The Battle of Five Armies. We’ll explore how the filmmakers stayed true to Tolkien’s work in some ways, but in others d...
31 Aug 202315min
120: Unchanging Virtues and Bittersweet Farewells: Exploring “The Return Journey'” in Tolkien’s The Hobbit
Step into the pages of “The Return Journey,” the second to last chapter of JRR Tolkien’s The Hobbit, where the echoes of transformation and bittersweet farewells linger in the air like whispers of a w...
24 Aug 202310min
119: From Greed to Glory: Thorin's Redemption Journey in Peter Jackson’s Film Adaption of “The Clouds Burst"
In this episode, we'll be delving into a pivotal chapter from "The Hobbit" titled "The Clouds Burst." We'll be comparing this chapter's portrayal in J.R.R. Tolkien's original text with its on-screen a...
17 Aug 202313min
118: Battles and Bonds: Exploring “The Clouds Burst” from JRR Tolkien’s The Hobbit
Today, we delve into the complexity of Thorin Oakenshield, a character whose layers unravel to reveal unexpected dimensions. We'll uncover the differences between Men and Elves, examining how their co...
10 Aug 202314min
117: Bilbo's Unique Daring Gesture: Exploring the On-screen Adaptation of “A Thief in the Night” from The Hobbit
Today we explore how Peter Jackson adapted the chapter "A Thief in the Night" from JRR Tolkien's The Hobbit. We wander through some subtle yet significant changes from the source, and I'll pose an int...
3 Aug 202311min
116: Expect the Unexpected: Exploring "A Thief in the Night" in JRR Tolkien's The Hobbit
Today we explore three courageous decisions that show just how unexpected Bilbo Baggins can be, as he shatters all low expectations and inspires all of us, no matter how small, to be courageous. We wa...
27 Juli 202317min
115: Banishing Darkness and Converging Armies: Exploring the On-screen Adaptation of The Hobbit’s “The Gathering of the Clouds”
Today we explore how the chapter “The Gathering of the Clouds” from JRR Tolkien’s The Hobbit was adapted in the third Hobbit film: The Battle of Five Armies. We explore the thrilling events surroundin...
20 Juli 202315min
114: The Siege of Justice: Debating Bard’s Claims in “The Gathering of the Clouds” in The Hobbit
Today we wander the chapter “The Gathering of the Clouds” from J.R.R. Tolkien's The Hobbit. Prepare to embark on a thrilling adventure as we explore the mysteries of talking animals, decipher the cont...
13 Juli 202314min
