Butterscotch Posted August 18, 2005 Share Posted August 18, 2005 I voted NO Anywhere, anytime anyone wants to show the trilogy on an all nighter or an all day showing, (well, anywhere in the SE region) I will be happy to attend and I've just finished reading the books again. Although I have the DVDs, the films are so great on the big screen - TV (well, a 14" one) doesn't do them justice. Every time I watch the films, is like for the first time. Even though all the characters are like friends and you get a warm buzz from having met the actors and feel like you know them, it just enhances the whole effect of being in another world. Pure escapism and for me, it will never diminish. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moriarwen Posted August 18, 2005 Share Posted August 18, 2005 I voted No Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
L_T Posted August 18, 2005 Share Posted August 18, 2005 I wasnt looking for that conclusion 845737[/snapback] I know you arn't really *loves* Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Davey Posted August 18, 2005 Author Share Posted August 18, 2005 I wasnt looking for that conclusion 845737[/snapback] I know you arn't really *loves* 846565[/snapback] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
theoden_of_rohan Posted August 24, 2005 Share Posted August 24, 2005 The Lord of the Rings will never die...let's face it, it's first and foremost a book (and it's been around for YEARS) The films will never die either...just as other classic films will never die. The lack of people posting here just means that people don't want to talk about it day in, day out anymore...well, with the exception of the hardcore fans! HOWEVER, the question is not asking whether it will die out. Voting 'yes' does not mean you think the whole franchise will fade away into oblivion. It simply means (correct me if I'm wrong Davey) that the 'Lord of the Rings' has hit its peak of popularity and fandom and it is now declining... So, I voted yes! It rightfully had it's day (and it was bloody amazing) but now that day is over (or less vocal anyway) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nell Posted August 24, 2005 Share Posted August 24, 2005 thats so depressing... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
theoden_of_rohan Posted August 24, 2005 Share Posted August 24, 2005 thats so depressing... 851321[/snapback] *reads back* My god, yeah it is LOTR fans need some cheering up Erm...cake anyone? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderators DavidB Posted August 24, 2005 Moderators Share Posted August 24, 2005 It has had it's best days, culminating in the Oscars for ROTK. That was a finish to the LOTR boom period. It's what it deserved and it was a happy ending! Of course the movies made LOTR way more popular than it had ever been before, and managed to get so many new fans! Just like Spider-Man being made into a movie, or Batman re-launching ... just like Chronicles Of Narnia: TLW&TW will do the same thing! Some people don't grow up on the books, or the comics, or the television shows, and so movies often reach out to a whole new audience. But like people have said, the strength of the source material has never been in doubt, and it IS timeless. Kids will continue to read the books, either through school or through their parents recommending it etc. Or they'll watch the movies and want to read the books! From one generation, to the next, and the one after that ... LOTR will be there. I guess we'll see what happens in regard to a Hobbit movie, that no doubt would re-ignite the interest just like the new Dr Who or the Star Wars prequels! They are proof of the cycles that genres go through. I did vote yes, for the reasons I've stated above. The best is behind us, but it will still exist in the future! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
theoden_of_rohan Posted August 24, 2005 Share Posted August 24, 2005 It has had it's best days, culminating in the Oscars for ROTK. That was a finish to the LOTR boom period. It's what it deserved and it was a happy ending! Of course the movies made LOTR way more popular than it had ever been before, and managed to get so many new fans! Just like Spider-Man being made into a movie, or Batman re-launching ... just like Chronicles Of Narnia: TLW&TW will do the same thing! Some people don't grow up on the books, or the comics, or the television shows, and so movies often reach out to a whole new audience. But like people have said, the strength of the source material has never been in doubt, and it IS timeless. Kids will continue to read the books, either through school or through their parents recommending it etc. Or they'll watch the movies and want to read the books! From one generation, to the next, and the one after that ... LOTR will be there. I guess we'll see what happens in regard to a Hobbit movie, that no doubt would re-ignite the interest just like the new Dr Who or the Star Wars prequels! They are proof of the cycles that genres go through. I did vote yes, for the reasons I've stated above. The best is behind us, but it will still exist in the future! 851479[/snapback] Glad we're in agreement!! *nods head* Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderators DavidB Posted August 24, 2005 Moderators Share Posted August 24, 2005 Well we're just cool like that Lee Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nell Posted August 24, 2005 Share Posted August 24, 2005 waaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaah!!!! *eats cake* Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderators DavidB Posted August 24, 2005 Moderators Share Posted August 24, 2005 And what are you waaaaaaaaaaahing about? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nell Posted August 24, 2005 Share Posted August 24, 2005 the stuff you keep saying.. its making me waaaaaaaaaaah Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Billybird Posted August 25, 2005 Share Posted August 25, 2005 NO. The Lord of the Rings has been going for many years, with or without the films. Jay, LT, Kilty - See you on Sunday for a LOTR filled bank holiday weekend. xx Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Davey Posted August 25, 2005 Author Share Posted August 25, 2005 HOWEVER, the question is not asking whether it will die out. Voting 'yes' does not mean you think the whole franchise will fade away into oblivion. It simply means (correct me if I'm wrong Davey) that the 'Lord of the Rings' has hit its peak of popularity and fandom and it is now declining... So, I voted yes! It rightfully had it's day (and it was bloody amazing) but now that day is over (or less vocal anyway) 851272[/snapback] That is what my poll is all about Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Poppy Posted August 29, 2005 Share Posted August 29, 2005 I said No - but after reading all your comments, I can kinda see what everyone is saying. David had a very good point! So now I dunno what to think.........I guess its bound to become less popular. I still love LOTR but I strongly follow anything else the main members do.....especially Elijah! All confused now about what I was gonna put in the first place! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
theentsrgoingtowar Posted September 3, 2005 Share Posted September 3, 2005 No!!! Lord of the Rings will never hav its day, it is brilliant and always will be to everyone!!!!!! Well I think so anyway!!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
**Little Miss Brandybuck** Posted September 7, 2005 Share Posted September 7, 2005 (edited) I voted no, it hasn't had it's day. I know I dont come on here any more, but like pretty much everyone else has said that doesnt mean I enjoy LOTR any less than I did before. I remember the crazy times that used to go on in this forum and yeah it was a laugh and I met some fantastic people, but things change, sometimes it's just hard to keep up with everything Edited September 7, 2005 by **Little Miss Brandybuck** Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Winchester Posted September 8, 2005 Share Posted September 8, 2005 If people are important to you, then keep in touch. It is a sorry thing to let friends go. Believe me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
emma_w Posted September 8, 2005 Share Posted September 8, 2005 I voted no, it hasn't had it's day. I know I dont come on here any more, but like pretty much everyone else has said that doesnt mean I enjoy LOTR any less than I did before. I remember the crazy times that used to go on in this forum and yeah it was a laugh and I met some fantastic people, but things change, sometimes it's just hard to keep up with everything 860320[/snapback] i agree with that, i remember the various tasks set like getting the 'i wood do elijah' thing on radio 1 last yr when he was on. It use to be really busy around here, i never got to meet a lot of ppl from here but a lot helped with my dissertation about the fans of lord of the rings and from the research i did, i think that lotr's will never die, it's fans will always support the trilogy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Davey Posted September 10, 2005 Author Share Posted September 10, 2005 I still think that some people dont actually get my initial question! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderators DavidB Posted September 10, 2005 Moderators Share Posted September 10, 2005 I still think that some people dont actually get my initial question! 861482[/snapback] Well I understood it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Davey Posted September 11, 2005 Author Share Posted September 11, 2005 Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kilteus Posted September 11, 2005 Share Posted September 11, 2005 Hell No! Well the big fuss has definitely died down a lot, but LOTR will always have a solid fan base (like the older Star Wars films still do... controversial!) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Davey Posted September 11, 2005 Author Share Posted September 11, 2005 Hell No! Well the big fuss has definitely died down a lot, but LOTR will always have a solid fan base (like the older Star Wars films still do... controversial!) 862199[/snapback] Yeah but Star Wars has had its day! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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