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Peter Jackson might be a cinematic genius, but even legends can miss the mark sometimes. Case in point: the extendedLord of the Ringsscene that turned Aragorn, the noble, brooding hero we all idolized, into a straight-up cold-blooded murderer. Yep, in a moment that didn’t make the theatrical cut (and maybe for good reason), the King of Men took things a little too far.
Sure, Middle-earth isn’t exactly a place for pacifists, but this one act made us do a double take, questioning if Aragorn’s moral compass was on the fritz. Jackson’s choice to greenlight this scene feels like a betrayal of everything Aragorn stood for. Some things are better left on the cutting room floor, Pete.
Why Peter Jackson’sLord of the RingsScene Made Aragorn a Cold-Blooded Killer (And Why It Was a Bad Move)
Peter Jacksonmade Aragorn a cold-blooded murderer in an extendedLord of the Ringsscene that wasjust plain wrong.InThe Return of the King, after the Mouth of Sauron taunts the heroes, Aragorn just rides up and decapitates him with one swing. And here’s the catch — the Mouth wasn’t a threat. He wasn’t even armed. Killing a messenger, especially in that context, is a serious no-no, both in Middle-earth and real life.
In Tolkien’sThe Lord of the Rings, this scene was way more chill. Aragorn gave the Mouth a look, and the guy freaked out and backed down. No bloodshed. But Jackson turned up the intensity, having Aragorn make a rash, emotional decision that didn’t really fit the character we knew. He’d shown mercy before, so this violent outburst felt off.
Sure, the kill made tactical sense — it messed with Sauron’s plans and took out a dangerous sorcerer. But it still painted Aragorn in a darker light right before the big finale. The smart move? Keeping this scene in the extended cut and giving fans a choice without messing with the vibe of the original.
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It’s a solid reminder of just how much we care about these characters and how even small changes can spark big reactions.
Peter Jackson’sThe Lovely BonesLands on Paramount+: A Second Chance for a Divisive Gem
Peter Jackson’sThe Lovely Bones—the $94 million supernatural drama that got the side-eye from critics—isnow on Paramount+. Yep, the man who nailedThe Lord of the Ringshit a rare bump with this 2009 adaptation of Alice Sebold’s novel.
The story? A murdered 14-year-old watches over her family from the afterlife, hoping for justice.Saoirse Ronanshined, Stanley Tucci snagged an Oscar nod, but critics dragged Jackson for going overboard with the visual effects. Emotional punches? A little too soft.
The box office wasn’t forgiving either, with $94.8 million barely covering its costs. But hey, now’s its chance for a comeback—because streaming loves an underdog.
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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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