Join National Geographic for a compelling exploration of the realworld parallels to the events and characters brought to life in the epic motion picture The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King. Discover the legacy of history�s �reluctant heroes� and their striking resemblance to the film�s characters. Compare the roles of �wise counselors� like Gandalf, and powerful friendships like that of Frodo and Sam, to their historic counterparts. Thrilling film footage illustrates how historychanging events are reflected in the film�s story of courage and camaraderie triumphing over impossible odds. Insights from leading historians, field experts and members of the filmmaking team make this a musthave addition to every Lord of the Rings collection!

Starring:

Peter Jackson, John Rhys-Davies, Elijah Wood, Hugo Weaving

Genre:

Documentary