Mixed Reviews for 'The War of the Rohirrim': A Lord of the Rings Anime Prequel
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'The Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim' is an anime-style prequel set 183 years before the original trilogy, featuring Brian Cox as Helm Hammerhand. While the plot is predictable and dialogue melodramatic, the film excels in its stunning animation, blending 2D and 3D styles. Directed by Kenji Kamiyama, it offers a visually rich experience that appeals to both fans and newcomers, despite its lengthy runtime.
- 'The Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim' Film Review Hollywood Reporter
- The Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim Review IGN
- The Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim review – redundant, flavourless animation The Guardian
- 'The Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim' Review: Anime Prequel Variety
- War of the Rohirrim revives everything great about Peter Jackson’s Lord of the Rings Polygon
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