Beyond the Movie

The ultimate companion to the Hollywood blockbuster. National Geographic embarks on an extraordinary journey through myth, legend, language, and history to explore how the imaginary world of Middle-earth reflects our own. * Who was J.R.R. Tolkien, and how did he create the amazing world of Middle-earth? * How does the struggle between good and evil in this epic story parallel challenges in our world? * Why are the places, heroes, and villains of Middle-earth eerily familiar? * Who are the real-life Frodos today? Only National Geographic can present such a unique look into the blockbuster film and the real-life story behind it.