"Lord of the Rings"

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This paper compares and contrasts the Frodo and Sam, characters from Tolkien's works "The fellowship of the Rings", as represented in the film. It explores their relationship, and their importance within the movie as a whole.

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"Frodo himself, the protagonist of The Lord of the Rings trilogy (both the Tolkien novels and all three film versions) once Bilbo hands over the ring to him, is modest; soft-spoken, and unassuming, like other Hobbits, but nevertheless clearly possesses exceptional intelligence; internal wisdom; and good character: qualities that serve him well (and prove necessary) on his journey into temptation and danger . exceptional character. Frodo is also a friend of the Elves, knowledgeable in their language and a lover of their songs. Like Bilboor any other good Hobbit Frodo loves good food and simple comforts, but he is also thoughtful and curious and has a wisdom and strength of character that set him apart."

Sample of Sources Used:

• Doughan, David. "Why was Tolkien?" The Tolkien Society. Retrieved April 5, 2005, from: <http://www.tolkiensociety.org/tolkien/biography.html>.
• Isaacs, Neil D., and Rose A. Zimbardo. Tolkien and the Critics. Notre Dame, Indiana: University of Notre Dame Press, 1968.
• Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring. Dir. Peter Jackson. 2001
• Tolkien, J.R.R. Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring. New York: Ballentine, 1965.

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