Lord Of The Rings: The Fellowship Of The Ring, The

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Synopsis

Literary Adaptation. First film in a trilogy based on the fantasy novels of J.R.R. Tolkien, in which an innocent Hobbit must undertake a quest to destroy the One Ring, aided by an alliance of Elves, Dwarves, and Men.

Content elements

• High-impact fantasy battle sequences—mostly bloodless, but brutal
• Many grotesque creatures portrayed as violent and unpredictable
• Several friendly characters briefly transform into frightening characters
• Death of major characters portrayed

Thematic elements

• Faithful adaptation of well-known book
• Loyalty, honour, and friendship can overcome deceit and violence
• Power is a corrupting force or a uniting force, depending on who is wielding it

Classification rationale

Rated 14A for frequent battle violence, frightening images and peril mitigated by the literary source of the story and fantasy setting.

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