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New Line Cinema, which was acquired by Warner Bros. in 2008, originally took a chance on the Lord of the Rings project during its inception. This history lends a positive spin to the upcoming film; however, there are several aspects that merit discussion, particularly regarding its animated format.
Animation vs. Live Action
The announcement of The War of the Rohirrim as an animated feature has elicited mixed reactions. Many fans, including the community around Tolkien’s works, expressed a preference for a traditional live-action format akin to the original trilogy. The advantage of animation lies in its lower production costs and the elimination of the need for extensive physical sets, which has become significant due to the financial struggles currently impacting Hollywood.