But theres yet another big Tolkien-inspired project on the way, with new details being revealed today.
Hes voiced by Brian Cox in the film.
It speaks to certain things that work really well with Japanese storytelling.
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We know Helm has a daughter, and we know that she was central to the conflict that happened.
But myself, and especially screenwriter Phoebe Gittins, were drawn to her, Boyens said.
How did she live?
The movie opens December 13.
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