I will be able to identify subject matters and themes of the Lord of the Rings, and how they

connect to the film.

A concrete object used to represent an intangible idea

The Ring

“A ring of power looks after itself, Frodo. . . . It was not Gollum, but the ring itself that decided things. The Ring left him.”

An idea or concept; not a tangible object

The topic that is covered, discussed, and illustrated at length throughout the course of a piece of literature or film.

War

Power

Death

Friendship

Loyalty

Courage

Ambition

Faith/Hope

The author’s/director’s comment on the subject matter

The author’s/director’s insight or demonstration of the subject matter

Not usually directly stated by the author/director

Reader/viewer needs to interpret the literature/film for themes

Courage lies in confronting our enemies, in facing our own hidden fears and in completing, or attempting to complete, our assigned tasks in life.

Unchecked ambition, a great thirst for power, creates great destruction and havoc in the world.

A readiness for adventure makes life meaningful.

Good will prevail over evil, with faith, loyalty, humility and determination.

“At that moment Gandalf lifted his staff, and crying aloud he smote the bridge before him. . . . With a terrible cry the Balrog fell forward, and its shadow plunged down and vanished.”

“Yes, fortune or fate have helped, not to mention courage. For your heart was not touched, only your shoulder; and that was because you resisted to the last.” -Gandalf

~Sam ~Frodo ~Pippin

“We may join with that Power. It would be wise, Gandalf. There will be rich reward for those that aided it. As the Power grows, its proved friends will also grow.”

-Saruman