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Amazon splashed a billion bucks onRings of Powerwith dreams of crafting the next big fantasy epic. But there’s a major blunder that’s got fans shaking their heads and clutching their Elvish swords—the botched inclusion of the Barrow-wights! Now, fans are questioning if Amazon really grasped what they were signing up for.
Sure, we got sweeping vistas and epic battles, but without these terrifying wights, did they miss the magical mark? In the race for fantasy dominance, leaving out the creepiest part of Middle-earth might have cost them alot!
The Rings of Powermay have fumbled Middle-earth’s spookiest legends with a Disney-fied take on the Barrow-wights
Amazon’sThe Rings of Powermight have stumbled with one ofMiddle-earth’s most terrifying legends—the Barrow Wights. WhileThe Lord of the Ringsmovie trilogy mastered blending CGI and practical effects, this recent installment seemed to lean heavily on visuals that didn’t pack the same punch. And, let’s be real,The Rings of Powerhas a billion-dollar budget to live up to.
Season two started off strong, but episode four had a jarring moment when Elrond and Galadriel encountered the Barrow Wights. In Tolkien’s lore, these ancient spirits were meant to chill your bones. Instead, they came across as Disney-fied versions of what should’ve been haunting. Blue floating eyes? They looked more like extras fromHaunted Mansionthan spirits of terror. Even the way the wights disintegrated felt too clean and sanitized. Where were the rattling bones? The ominous dread?
Peter Jackson’sLOTRset the bar for visual storytelling with its smart balance of CGI and real-world magic. ButThe Rings of Power? It felt like it dropped the ball here, turning what should’ve been a spine-tingling encounter into a forgettable CGI showcase. The music didn’t help either—what should’ve been eerie was instead upbeat and oddly triumphant.
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It’s moments like these that make you wonder: did Amazon’s billion-dollar investment miss the mark? Let’s hope future episodes bring back the magic.Rings of Powerstill has time to redeem itself.
Rings of Power Season 2Hits 40M Viewers in Just 11 Days – It’s Gaining Serious Steam
Amazon’sRings of Power’s officially back in action, and it’s pulling in big numbers. In just 11 days, Season 2 has racked up 40M viewers with only four episodes out so far (viaDeadline). Jennifer Salke, Amazon’s Head of Studios, dropped the news in a memo, celebrating the show’s spot in Prime Video’s Top 5 seasons of all time.
Sure, the show took a 50% hit compared to Season 1’s premiere, but fans are still coming back in droves. And it’s not just the U.S. crowd—viewership’s blowing up internationally, too.
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With Sauron creeping back into the spotlight,Rings of Powerisn’t done yet. Will it climb back to the top by the end of the season? Let’s see if it can reclaim that Middle-earth magic!
WatchLord of the Rings: The Rings of Poweron Amazon Prime.
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Heena Singh is a Editor at FandomWire, spent the last two years making waves in entertainment journalism. With a knack for digging up blockbuster celebrity scoops and an uncanny nose for the latest buzz, Heena’s articles bring a fresh and fun perspective to life. When she’s not conquering writing challenges, you’ll find her curled up in bed, peacefully sleeping.
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