Ringers: Lord of the Fans
2005 · Documentary · 97 min. · United States
Explores how "The Lord of the Rings" has influenced Western popular culture for the past 50 years. RINGERS explores the real foundations of Middle-earth; a community of true fans who share a common bond. Moving beyond "cult classic" and over several different generations, the film unearths countless people gathered under the banner of 'Ringer' -- academics, musicians, movie stars, authors, filmmakers, and a plethora of pop junkies. Celebrity interviewees include Peter Jackson, Elijah Wood, Ian McKellen, Clive Barker, and David Carradine. RINGERS features a dynamic rock-driven score with musicians who were influenced by J.R.R. Tolkien. Several indie recording artists have provided new covers of songs from previous "Rings" adaptations. Produced in association with the popular fan-site TheOneRing.net, RINGERS stands as the most comprehensive film document of the ongoing fandom of "The Lord of the Rings." Narrated by Dominic Monaghan, RINGERS traverses the hippie counter-culture and ...
Direction Carlene Cordova
Cast Dominic Monaghan · Elijah Wood · Peter Jackson · Viggo Mortensen · Orlando Bloom · David Carradine · Ian McKellen · Sean Astin · John Rhys-Davies · Billy Boyd · Clive Barker · Cliff Broadway · Andy Serkis · John Noble · Philippa Boyens · Barrie M. Osborne
Soundtrack Robin DiMaggio
Screenplay Cliff Broadway · Carlene Cordova
Cinematography Josh Mandel
Original title Ringers: Lord of the Fans
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Not rated (FilmAffinity)
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