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J.R.R.T. : A Study of John Ronald Reuel Tolkien, 1892-1973

1992·Movie
1h 50min
81
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Strong craft, low-key.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Fast Pace4
  • Tension3
  • Spectacle3

Heart

Nostalgic

  • Nostalgia7
  • Wonder6
  • Wholesome5

Humor

Some sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay5
  • Satire & Parody2
  • Situational Comedy1

World

A real life story and fantasy

  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Direction7
  • Acting7
  • Narrative Structure7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography6
  • Editing6
  • Music Composition6

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J.R.R.T.: A Study of J.R.R. Tolkien is a 1992 documentary, narrated by Judi Dench, produced to celebrate the centenary of J.R.R. Tolkien's birth. It is sometimes called "J.R.R. Tolkien: A Portrait" and "J.R.R. Tolkien - An Authorized Film Portrait". It features archive footage and audio recordings of J.R.R. Tolkien, and interviews with three of his children Priscilla, John, and Christopher. It also includes interviews with Baillie Tolkien, Robert Murray, Queen Margrethe II of Denmark, Rayner Unwin, Tom Shippey, and Verlyn Flieger.
J.R.R. TolkienLiterary BiographyFantasy AuthorCentenary CelebrationArchive FootageAuthorial InterviewsMiddle-earth CreatorDocumentaryBritish Literature

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81
GreatGoodWatch score

Yes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 81/100 (IMDb 8.2). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

How long is J.R.R.T. : A Study of John Ronald Reuel Tolkien, 1892-1973?

1 h 50 min

J.R.R.T. : A Study of John Ronald Reuel Tolkien, 1892-1973 runs 1 h 50 min.

Is J.R.R.T. : A Study of John Ronald Reuel Tolkien, 1892-1973 based on a true story?

Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.

What language is J.R.R.T. : A Study of John Ronald Reuel Tolkien, 1892-1973 in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United Kingdom.