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20021h 36mNew Zealand

The Fellowship of the Ring: Designing and Building Middle-earth + Weta Workshop + Costume Design

Synopsis

This documentary introduces Wētā Workshop (and its design crew of sculptors and set-designers), renowned artists Alan Lee and John Howe who were brought on to join them in conceptual design, and costume designer Ngila Dickson. Topics covered include the design of Middle-earth cultures portrayed in the film, the making of props and settings for Hobbiton, Rivendell, the Orthanc interior, and Caras Galadhon, and the complexity of prosthetics.

Release History & Theatrical Window

4K UHD / Blu-ray Debut

November 12, 2002

Physical Home Media

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Michael Pellerin
Screenplay & Story
Michael Pellerin
Original Title
The Fellowship of the Ring: Designing and Building Middle-earth + Weta Workshop + Costume Design
Country of Origin
New Zealand
Spoken Languages
English
Runtime
1h 36m

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Michael Pellerin

Screenplay & Story

Michael Pellerin

Department Leadership Roster

Michael Pellerin

Michael Pellerin

Director

Michael Pellerin

Michael Pellerin

Writer

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Fellowship of the Ring: Designing and Building Middle-earth + Weta Workshop + Costume Design

Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.

What is The Fellowship of the Ring: Designing and Building Middle-earth + Weta Workshop + Costume Design about?

This documentary introduces Wētā Workshop (and its design crew of sculptors and set-designers), renowned artists Alan Lee and John Howe who were brought on to join them in conceptual design, and costume designer Ngila Dickson. Topics covered include the design of Middle-earth cultures portrayed in the film, the making of props and settings for Hobbiton, Rivendell, the Orthanc interior, and Caras Galadhon, and the complexity of prosthetics.

Who directed The Fellowship of the Ring: Designing and Building Middle-earth + Weta Workshop + Costume Design?

The Fellowship of the Ring: Designing and Building Middle-earth + Weta Workshop + Costume Design was directed by Michael Pellerin.

Who stars in The Fellowship of the Ring: Designing and Building Middle-earth + Weta Workshop + Costume Design?

The principal cast of The Fellowship of the Ring: Designing and Building Middle-earth + Weta Workshop + Costume Design includes Peter Jackson, Richard Taylor, John Howe, Alan Lee, Tania Rodger.

When was The Fellowship of the Ring: Designing and Building Middle-earth + Weta Workshop + Costume Design released and how long is it?

The Fellowship of the Ring: Designing and Building Middle-earth + Weta Workshop + Costume Design was released in 2002 with a total runtime of 1h 36m.