Warner Bros. recently made headlines by announcing a new Lord of the Rings movie idea titled The Hunt for Gollum. This idea is actually based on a 2009 fan-made film of the same name, directed by Chris Bouchard, which received praise from fans for its ambitious storytelling.
The upcoming feature film is being developed by producer Peter Jackson and his writing partners, with Andy Serkis set to direct and reprise his role as Gollum. The fan-made Hunt for Gollum expands on a quest briefly discussed in the original 2001 film, revolving around Aragorn hunting for Gollum to learn more about Frodo’s magic ring.
Warner Bros. announced the project as a working title during a recent earnings conference call, sparking mixed reactions from fans online. Skeptics question the decision to center a movie around Gollum, a CG character who was previously a supporting character in the original trilogy. However, the film may focus more on Aragorn as the lead character, with Gandalf and Gollum in supporting roles.
It remains unclear if the fan-made film directly inspired Warner Bros.’ project, but the success of The Lord of the Rings: Gollum video game may have influenced the film’s creation. As fans eagerly await more details about The Hunt for Gollum, it seems that the beloved franchise is set to expand in new and unexpected ways on the big screen. Stay tuned for more updates on this exciting development in the world of Middle-earth.
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