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Colbert: Lord of the Rings script is a joy
7 May
Summary
- Colbert is co-writing a new Lord of the Rings film script.
- He is working with his son Peter and Philippa Boyens.
- The new film is titled 'The Lord of the Rings: Shadow of the Past'.
Stephen Colbert is actively involved in co-writing the script for a new film in "The Lord of the Rings" franchise, titled "The Lord of the Rings: Shadow of the Past." He addressed skepticism from some fans, asserting that his creative process involves following his heart and the craft he has learned, aiming for drama rather than mere fandom.
Colbert highlighted that he is fortunate to collaborate with others on this project. He is joined by his son, Peter, and Philippa Boyens, a longtime screenwriter for the "Lord of the Rings" films. Colbert expressed his gratitude for Boyens' expertise, describing her as a "great Sherpa" who shares his passion for the material.
The film is set 14 years after Frodo's death and will follow Sam, Merry, and Pippin on a journey to retrace their initial adventure. A significant plot point involves Sam's daughter, Elanor, uncovering a secret about why the War of the Ring was nearly lost early on.
Colbert's inspiration for the film stemmed from rereading specific book chapters not featured in "The Fellowship of the Ring." He discussed the idea with his son before presenting it to Peter Jackson, who then moved it forward to the studios, resulting in the green light for the project.
