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Gwaimir Windgem
04-22-2003, 08:24 PM
Do you think it'll be included in the Extended Edition of The Two Towers?

In Tolkien's work, it seems to me that it fit perfectly. The encounter with Faramir and the Rangers of Ithilien was kind of a "makeshift Rivendell": a chance to rest, to heal, and to prepare for the hard times ahead, though of course it was far shorter than either Rivendell or Lorien. This beautiful scene fit in perfectly there, I think.

But of course, Jackson's work is something wholly different, and must be viewed separately. Of course, we all know what he did with Faramir and co., so I shan't go into detail there. But it seems to me that in this dark scene of danger and betrayal, the Window on the West would not really be appropriate, and would seem rather awkward.

What is your opinion?

BeardofPants
04-22-2003, 11:34 PM
Oh please... Oh please.... Oh please....

Gwaimir Windgem
04-23-2003, 12:12 AM
I know, it would be nice, but I'm not sure if it would fit in the context. But I'm still rooting for it. ;)

SamwiseGamgeeOTS
04-23-2003, 09:36 AM
Lots of prayer is good. very very good. hahaha. But, you never know with PJ and all.......grr..snarl....

LuthienTinuviel
04-23-2003, 02:15 PM
as long as there IS and Extended Edition, i'll be happy.
but as for what's in and out, im taking the buddist road of detatching myself from this.

Shadowfax
04-23-2003, 08:14 PM
Originally posted by LuthienTinuviel
as long as there IS and Extended Edition, i'll be happy. There is, don't worry.:)

BeardofPants
04-23-2003, 09:15 PM
Hmm, maybe I should rethink my plans on marching on Wellington to slap him silly with a cold wet fish? :confused:

cassiopeia
04-23-2003, 10:03 PM
You can see a little of the extended edition here: http://www.lordoftherings.net/index_400_hv_presell.html
As for the widow of the west being included, I doubt it. Faramir's cave had a different feel from the book, so I would think including it would be inappropriate.