Tolkien (film)

Tolkien is a 2019 film about the early life of J. R. R. Tolkien. Directed by Dome Karukoski. Written by David Gleeson. A Life of Love, Courage, and Fellowship  (taglines) Dialogue J. R. R. Tolkien: I made stories, legends, after all, what is language for? It's not just the naming of things, is it? It's the lifeblood of a culture, a people. Joseph Wright: Yes, exactly. Could you write five-thousand words on the influence of Norse elements in Gawain? J. R. R. Tolkien: Yes, absolutely. When would you like it by? Joseph Wright: This evening. Taglines A Life of Love, Courage, and Fellowship About Often, the storybooks and newspapers tell us of the C.S. Lewis/Tolkien era, but little attention is given to his earlier life and friendships, but I think those years were so instrumental to his writing. The poverty aspect, in particular, I think will surprise some. I always thought of him as a privileged white man but really, he had to fight his way to the light. That’s one of the main reasons we narrowed his timeline. Like his books, I hope Tolkien has that healing power, I hope viewers are inspired to spread love and understanding to one another. I hope they’re inspired to call a friend and share life with them. Dome Karukoski, Tolkien director on honoring life, legacy of famed 'Lord of the Rings' author interview (May 10, 2019). Cast Nicholas Hoult — J. R. R. Tolkien Lily Collins — Edith Tolkien Colm Meaney — Father Francis Morgan Derek Jacobi — Joseph Wright Anthony Boyle — Geoffrey Bache Smith Patrick Gibson — Robert Q. Gilson Laura Donnelly — Mabel Tolkien Pam Ferris — Mrs. Faulkner Genevieve O'Reilly — Mrs. Smith Owen Teale — Headmaster Gilson External links Tolkien Category:2019 films Category:Films set in England Category:World War I films