Some time ago I wrote a post about The Hunt For Gollum, an independent fan film produced by Independent Online Cinema, based on Tolkien’s The Lord of the Rings. Now, Actors At Work Productions has published another amazing film titled Born of Hope, which tells the story of Aragorn’s parents approximately 70 years before the beginning of The Lord of the Rings plot.
At over 110 minutes long, this virtually feature-length film is stunning. Its visuals and cinematography are impeccable for such a relatively low budget and no large studio backing. The acting is superb, and the costumes and make-up even better.
For trademark reasons the production is not available for purchase, but it can be viewed online in 720p high-definition via internet streaming. Subtitles in multiple languages are available via the onboard menu. For your convenience I have embedded it below. For best results, click the fullscreen button and increase the streaming quality to HD (if your connection and/or computer can handle it). It is also suggested to let the video load for a while before watching so that it does not need to pause frequently.
Enjoy this wonderful work of pure talent and dedication!
Thanks for turning me on to this, Nigel. I havent finished it yet, but I was totally engrossed in the first 40 minutes that I watched, what a good show! Wow!
Glad you like it! It certainly goes to show what people can do these days with a great goal and a team.
Be sure to watch it fullscreen in HD mode!
Great post