A Fascinating Exploration Of How This World Reflects Our Own.



This extraordinary documentary explores the facts behind the fantastical world of THE LORD OF THE RINGS. This National Geographic special studies the origins of J.R.R. Tolkein's magical world and how the tangible world we live in mirrors that of the realm of the popular fantasy. Using behind the scenes footage, interviews with both the filmmakers and historians, and scenes from the live action movie, this informative study is fascinating for both fans of cinema and history.