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The Lord of the Rings: Rings of Powerseries produced by Amazon thrives as an extraordinary precursor toLord of the Rings(LOTR), one of the most iconic franchises. The series has taken the world by storm with its star-studded cast and imaginative writing.
Rory Kinnear is one of the most fascinating additions in the second season. He plays Tom Bombadil, who is depicted vaguely in J.R.R. Tolkien’s original book. Though the show’s portrayal of the character is very different from its original perspective, fans have mostly loved the performance.
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At first, it seemed that fans were uncertain if the producers would give this ambiguous character justice considering he featured sparingly in the books. However, Rory Kinnear’s Tom Bombadil took a different direction while still retaining the essence of its original form.
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This version of Bombadil from the show is more straightforward and integrated into the plot than we see in the book.The Lord of the Ringsbook depicted the mystical being with seriousness and a gloomy tone.
But theSkyfallactor’s interpretation is lively, uncomplicated, and light-hearted giving the character a new twist that fits well for him. Additionally, there is depth added to the all-powerful personage without making it feel artificial or strained at all.
rory kinnear as tom bombadil you are everything to me 🥹 I’m actually glad we had to wait all these years to finally see tom on screen cause rory’s just perfect for this role 🫶#TROPspoilers#TheRingsOfPowerpic.twitter.com/Y0rGJGUK19
hes so whimsical and such a merry fellow with cute pink cheeks🥹
I LOVE HIM SO MUCH
Couldn’t agree more. He is perfection!
Fans have also showered the actor with praise for his impeccable performance on the show. Though his perspective of the legendary character was different from the books, the fresh take was much appreciated.
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According to the fans of the book, Kinnear delivered an impressive and unique character. Bombadil is drawn differently inThe Lord of the Rings: Rings of Power, but just as impressive. The actor did not have to fill the big shoes of Old Tom so he showcased twists and his interpretation in the role.
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One major change brought by the show in the character is his involvement. In the book, Old Tom helps Frodo and his companions on their journey, providing guidance and protection.
Whereas the show version of the character is more directly involved in the main plot and has his own storyline. The actor also included aspects of anxiety into the character which was a risky move that eventually paid off.
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The show’s decision to tweak the character of Old Tom and feature him being more involved in Middle-earth’s issues was correct. As the series continues to unfold, fans eagerly anticipate seeing more of Kinnear’s Tom Bombadil and the exciting directions the show will take.
The Lord of the Rings: Rings of Poweris currently available to watch on Amazon Prime Video.
Shruti Pathak
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An entertainment writer with a passion for storytelling that transcends genres, Shruti Pathak is currently pursuing her Bachelor of Arts in English. She is also a devoted poetry enthusiast, exploring the beauty of language and emotion through verse. Obsessed with the show Friends, a self-proclaimed swiftie, and inspired by classical literature these are just some characteristics that describe the novice writer. Newly joining FandomWire as an intern writer, she hopes to share her thoughts while sharpening her writing skills on various entertainment topics.
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