Looking for the Hobbit
Looking for the Hobbit

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Looking for the Hobbit

2014
TV Show
Ended
1 Season
French

À la recherche du Hobbit (French for Looking for the Hobbit) is an exploratory documentary series directed by Olivier Simonnet in 2014, in which illustrator John Howe, story-teller Nicolas Mezzalira, and Professor Leo Carruthers of the University of Paris-Sorbonne explore real-world settings and famous myths that inspired J.R.R. Tolkien's mythology. The documentary explores many locations of Medieval significance.

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IMDb7.2/10
Director: Jonathan BroughGenres: Documentary, Short

Plot Summary

This documentary explores the behind-the-scenes journey of bringing J.R.R. Tolkien's beloved novel to the screen, focusing on the creative decisions and challenges faced during production. It delves into the artistic vision and the collaborative efforts involved in translating the epic fantasy world of Middle-earth into a visual spectacle. The film offers insights into the casting, set design, and the overall directorial approach.

Critical Reception

As a short documentary companion piece, 'Looking for the Hobbit' was generally well-received by fans and critics for its insightful look into the making of the film adaptation. It was praised for providing a concise and engaging overview of the production process and the dedication of the cast and crew. Audience reception highlighted its value as supplementary content for those interested in the detailed craft behind 'The Hobbit' trilogy.

What Reviewers Say

  • Offers a fascinating glimpse into the creative process.

  • Provides valuable context for fans of 'The Hobbit' films.

  • Appreciated for its concise and informative nature.

Google audience: Audience reviews for this short documentary are generally positive, with viewers appreciating the behind-the-scenes look at the making of 'The Hobbit' films. It's seen as a good supplement for fans wanting to understand the production challenges and artistic choices made.

Fun Fact

This short documentary was released as part of the special features on the home media release of 'The Hobbit: The Battle of the Five Armies'.

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Folio Swami

Folio Swami

A chaotic ”let's make something about the Hobbit”. Fan interviews? Silly remarks about how New Zealand looks like Hobbitland. So it was not about the tax status for Jackson, but about Tolkien who never lived there. There is hardly any ma...