Kelverin Posted January 31, 2008 Posted January 31, 2008 Some stupid things that Jackson did was making Legolas into some lame action hero. Sliding down the stairs at Helms Deep was one of those WTF moments. I thought the portrayal of Aragorn was off as well, the reluctant/whiny hero of the films bears little resemblance to the character written in the books and don't even get me started on the comic relief.. I mean Gimli the Dwarf. J1 Visa Southern California Cleaning
LadyCrimson Posted January 31, 2008 Posted January 31, 2008 Gimli's treatment farking annoyed me as well, even tho I also admittedly laughed when I was supposed to. I still find Elijah Wood's performance the most cringe-inducing thing about the films. Gah. I didn't find Aragorn whiny, however. Brooding, maybe. Firmly in the McKellan camp, too. “Things are as they are. Looking out into the universe at night, we make no comparisons between right and wrong stars, nor between well and badly arranged constellations.” – Alan Watts
Kelverin Posted January 31, 2008 Posted January 31, 2008 I didn't find Aragorn whiny, however. Brooding, maybe.I don't know I sure got a "but I don't wanna be king" vibe from him, while in the book he knew what he wanted and went and took it. Could just be me however. J1 Visa Southern California Cleaning
Tale Posted January 31, 2008 Posted January 31, 2008 (edited) I didn't find Aragorn whiny, however. Brooding, maybe.I don't know I sure got a "but I don't wanna be king" vibe from him, while in the book he knew what he wanted and went and took it. Could just be me however. How is not wanting to be king "whiny?" Did he ever say "I DON'T WANT TO, DAD!" Even Bruce Campbell didn't want to save people from legions of the undead, but that doesn't make him a whiner. Edited January 31, 2008 by Tale "Show me a man who "plays fair" and I'll show you a very talented cheater."
Dark_Raven Posted February 1, 2008 Posted February 1, 2008 McKellan is another must have. No Gandolf, no watchy. Hades was the life of the party. RIP You'll be missed.
Musopticon? Posted February 2, 2008 Posted February 2, 2008 I didn't find Aragorn whiny, however. Brooding, maybe.I don't know I sure got a "but I don't wanna be king" vibe from him, while in the book he knew what he wanted and went and took it. Could just be me however. How is not wanting to be king "whiny?" Did he ever say "I DON'T WANT TO, DAD!" Even Bruce Campbell didn't want to save people from legions of the undead, but that doesn't make him a whiner. The restructuring of Strider as a reluctant hero didn't feel out of place to me, it fit the purposes of movie adaptation. I had been sort of disappointed if the characters would have been exactly the same as in the book. Actually, it felt that Jackson had actually breathed more life to the characters the Tolkien. His strong point never was character creation. For instance, Legolas was almost a blank sheet compared to the movie version. kirottu said: I was raised by polar bears. I had to fight against blood thirsty wolves and rabid penguins to get my food. Those who were too weak to survive were sent to Sweden. It has made me the man I am today. A man who craves furry hentai. So let us go and embrace the rustling smells of unseen worlds
Blarghagh Posted February 3, 2008 Posted February 3, 2008 While I agree with your point, I personally think Legolas is the worst example because he's still a blank sheet, just one who does tricks.
LadyCrimson Posted February 3, 2008 Posted February 3, 2008 (edited) Legolas, while entertaining, wasn't much better defined as a character in the movies than Gimli, I'd agree. He was the semi-straightman to Gimli's laughtrack. But ensemble cast films can't give everyone depth - there's just not enough time. It's more possible in TV shows that last for seasons. Edited February 3, 2008 by LadyCrimson “Things are as they are. Looking out into the universe at night, we make no comparisons between right and wrong stars, nor between well and badly arranged constellations.” – Alan Watts
Walsingham Posted February 3, 2008 Posted February 3, 2008 Speaking as an irascible stumpster myself I for one thought Gimli should have been a lot more dangerous and a lot less funny. But I guess it was 'necessary' for the film to attract the widest possible audience. "It wasn't lies. It was just... bull****"." -Elwood Blues tarna's dead; processing... complete. Disappointed by Universe. RIP Hades/Sand/etc. Here's hoping your next alt has a harp.
Gorgon Posted February 3, 2008 Posted February 3, 2008 (edited) Yup, he definitely missed the genuine mean streak from the books and instead was more of a stock 'dwarf with scottish accent' type deal. Edited February 3, 2008 by Gorgon Na na na na na na ... greg358 from Darksouls 3 PVP is a CHEATER. That is all.
Walsingham Posted February 3, 2008 Posted February 3, 2008 Yup, he definitely missed the genuine mean streak from the books and instead was more of a stock 'dwarf with scottish accent' type deal. Well, much as I am fond of that guy who played him, he was hardly a great actor. I think they should have got Anthony Hopkins to do it. But I say that about everything. "It wasn't lies. It was just... bull****"." -Elwood Blues tarna's dead; processing... complete. Disappointed by Universe. RIP Hades/Sand/etc. Here's hoping your next alt has a harp.
Musopticon? Posted February 3, 2008 Posted February 3, 2008 Yup, he definitely missed the genuine mean streak from the books and instead was more of a stock 'dwarf with scottish accent' type deal. I think they should have got Anthony Hopkins to do it. But I say that about everything. what about Marie Antoinette? With enough make-up? kirottu said: I was raised by polar bears. I had to fight against blood thirsty wolves and rabid penguins to get my food. Those who were too weak to survive were sent to Sweden. It has made me the man I am today. A man who craves furry hentai. So let us go and embrace the rustling smells of unseen worlds
Walsingham Posted February 3, 2008 Posted February 3, 2008 Yup, he definitely missed the genuine mean streak from the books and instead was more of a stock 'dwarf with scottish accent' type deal. I think they should have got Anthony Hopkins to do it. But I say that about everything. what about Marie Antoinette? With enough make-up? Hell, I'd suggest he remake Buffy the Vampire Slayer with him as Buffy. "It wasn't lies. It was just... bull****"." -Elwood Blues tarna's dead; processing... complete. Disappointed by Universe. RIP Hades/Sand/etc. Here's hoping your next alt has a harp.
Musopticon? Posted February 4, 2008 Posted February 4, 2008 Well! We have a particular here! kirottu said: I was raised by polar bears. I had to fight against blood thirsty wolves and rabid penguins to get my food. Those who were too weak to survive were sent to Sweden. It has made me the man I am today. A man who craves furry hentai. So let us go and embrace the rustling smells of unseen worlds
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