The Lord of the Rings (1978/2001-2003)
Side-by-side, shot-for-shot comparisons between different adaptations of the same work, originals and remakes, and works based on the same events. These videos are intended to illustrate the the unique vision of filmmakers and the variety of choices possible when creating a film or television show even when starting with the same source.
J.R.R. Tolkien's The Lord of the Rings (1978)
Directed by Ralph Bakshi
Screenplay by Chris Conkling and Peter S. Beagle
Based on the novels by J.R.R. Tolkien
Cinematography by Timothy Galfas
Art Direction by Phil Carroll
The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring (2001)
The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers (2002)
The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King (2003)
Directed by Peter Jackson
Screenplay by Fran Walsh, Philippa Boyens, & Peter Jackson
Based on the novels by J.R.R. Tolkien
Cinematography by Andrew Lesnie
Production Design by Grant Major