Indeed. Knowing that Gondor failed to bring aid in their hour of need during the burning of the Westfold. He was defiant and decided to be the better man and fulfill the oath of their alliance.
mic rolling on floor Aragorn: ....So uh, whats the "answer"? Theodin: Hmm? Oh! We ride to war. Sorry wasnt clear there was I ? In the moment and all Aragorn: Right.... Wheres that music coming from??
The shot of theoden when he's thinking, that shot is just beautiful D02/M06/Y2024 - Great work by Mr. Bernard Hill. A few weeks late, but riposare in pace, Mr. Hill. Thank you for a wonderful performance.
Miguel Angel "Now is the hour, Riders of Rohan, oaths you have taken! Now, fulfill them all, to lord and land!" It's too epic I need to rewatch it all again sometime
I love how theoden accepts Merry’s request. Just because he’s a small hobbit doesn’t mean he shouldn’t be able to pledge his life for the sake of all he loves. Theoden doesn’t dismiss him or make him feel lesser than when some might have. He made a great king and leader
Both leaders that accept Hobbits are well repaid for their kindness. Merry hamstrings the Witch King, giving Eowyn her shot to take him out and Pippin saves the life of Faramir, Denethor's only surviving son.
Infamously, voiceover has ruined movies like Bladerunner and-to a certain degree-Se7en, but not in this case. Theoden's line raises the stakes and elevates this scene to god-tier status.
@@normantea2301 Theoden even after never getting help from anyone still answered the call of help from Gondor. He loved his children and his nephew and niece. Accepted merry's loyalty without making him feel inferior. Whereas denethor was about to cremate his son even though he was alive. Would not even try to fight for the kingdom he wants to rule. Won't ask for help coz he knew aragorn will finally come to gondor and aim his right to the throne. He berated pippin like he is a insect.
@@kanikagaral7637 Yeah I realized a few hours ago who Denethor was lol, I got confused and thought Denethor was Theodens daughter for some weird reason. Haven't watched LOTR in like 10+ years or so. My bad!
A couple of friends and me were watching this a few years ago at my apartment. During the pause between 'Gondor calls for aid' and 'Rohan will answer', one of my friend's cell phone rang. And wouldn't you know it, it was the Jeopardy! theme. We still rib him about it every time his phone goes off by saying 'Is that Gondor calling for aid?'
Amarveer Bassra ye but in the movie Theoden himself has a little speech in Dunharrow so I think P. Jackson wanted Eomer to have something thus they made this so both great men of Rohan had their speeches
*"I am Aragorn son of Arathorn, and am called Elessar, the Elfstone, Dúnadain, the heir of Isildur Elendil's son of Gondor.* Here is the sword that was broken and is forged again! Will you aid me or thwart me? Choose swiftly!" So no, Elessar isn't his real last name, it was given to him by Galadriel. I think that the closest thing to his last name, if it isn't his last name, would be Telcontar, which is a Quenya translation of Strider and also the name of his house.
Always liked the simplicity of Bernard Hill's response. No explanations, no excuses. Everyone knows he has every reason to say 'fuck you' to Gondor but he just does it anyway and no one questions it. He doesn't get nearly enough credit for this role.
+Charles Shell I also love that he treats Merry with dignity and even gives him a cool title. The big grin on the little guy's face says it all. A lesser king would have mocked and belittled him, but not Théoden. .This is how a true leader of men carries himself.
+Charles Shell His acting was great. He has a very good command over his mimics. This is actually something that makes clear which actors are proffesionals and which not. If you watch movies with Brad Pitt or Silvester Stallone, you can clearly say that they aren't proffesional actors(It is their image that makes people like them), because they do not have good control over their mimics, while proffesional actors do. Bernard Hill and Ian Mckellen aren't only good at this, they also displayed a good control over their body language, voice and accent, and always knew what is the most fitting choice. While Viggo, Christopher Lee and some other also did a good job, they were still behind Bernard Hill and Ian McKellen in terms of acting(but maybe because their roles didnt require the same display of emotions, Gandalf and Theoden were leaders after all) My credit also goes to Sean Bean, who played Boromir.
+Charles Shell Well this whole "why we should help Gondor" is pure film makers invention made for dramatic effect, none of that was in the books. Eryone knew that Gondor was under heavy attack atm, and Theoden was bound by Oath of Eorl: "I vow in my own name and on behalf of the Éothéod of the North that between us and the Great People of the West there shall be friendship for ever: their enemies shall be our enemies, their need shall be our need, and whatsoever evil, or threat, or assault may come upon them we will aid them to the utmost end of our strength. This vow shall descend to my heirs, all such as may come after me in our new land, and let them keep it in faith unbroken, lest the Shadow fall upon them and they become accursed."
+Charles Shell Well this whole "why we should help Gondor" is pure film makers invention made for dramatic effect, none of that was in the books. Eryone knew that Gondor was under heavy attack atm, and Theoden was bound by Oath of Eorl: "I vow in my own name and on behalf of the Éothéod of the North that between us and the Great People of the West there shall be friendship for ever: their enemies shall be our enemies, their need shall be our need, and whatsoever evil, or threat, or assault may come upon them we will aid them to the utmost end of our strength. This vow shall descend to my heirs, all such as may come after me in our new land, and let them keep it in faith unbroken, lest the Shadow fall upon them and they become accursed."
Absolutely agree. And he portrayed the feckless captain of the Titanic just as convincingly in THAT film, which underscores just what a capable, versatile actor he really is.
Agreed. Mark the subtle change of expression and emotion, knowing that answering the call means riding to their deaths, before making the decisive statement “And Rohan will answer!”
@@chadley25 Bernard Hill notes on the Titanic commentary that Captain Smith was a "PR Captain" since he routinely took the White Star ships on their maiden voyages. Since he'd never been in a major crisis before, Captain Smith was unprepared for Titanic hitting the iceberg.
@@shuboy05 He had been in a major crisis before my friend. Captain Smith was quite competent. He had a reputation for safety and confidence in his crew that many did not board a ship of White Star Line without his commanding of it. If White Star Line had a Commodore position, Smith would be it, and for good reason too. Titanic went down because the ship couldn’t withstand its Captain’s steel balls.
Old stories tell us , that when he walked , his balls were scratching the earth - so big and hard there were. At this day , no harder material were found than Theoden balls
@@rickblaine9670 its absolutely referring to both. Just as Aragorn grows into the king he was meant to be, Theoden's character arc is also his transformation from a cowardly leader to sacrificially brave one.
2:37 - 2:53 In this span of 16 seconds, the music, the camera shot, the build up, the suspense and anxiety, and that epic line, were all flawless. These small bits of perfection, is what separates the LOTR trilogy from a lot of other movies.
Moments later the real watch guy comes: "My king! The beacon of Minas Tirith is lit! Gondor calls for aid!!" The king: "duuuh, Aragorn told us already. You had one job man......... HAD."
2:14-2:30 I love that little subtle hint about the war of the north between the Dwarves of Edebor and the men of Dale vs the Easterlings. They really need to make a movie about that.
For an absolute Tolkien lore nerd I find it funny that Theoden, the MOVIE interpretation of the character to be precise, is my absolute favorite character of the lore, any books or movies. I imagine that right there in 2:45 he already knows that there is no coming back from the battle for Minas Tirith, leading his small army of countrymen against the unending legions of Sauron. And yet, although he already won his own war, he decided to willingly go and die for the country that abandoned him in need. This is a true hero, and a great character. A character like Aragon, Frodo, Gandalf and so on are great characters but they are still cliche and you can find them in many stories and tales. Character like Theoden is absolutely unrepeatable. I also prefer his death in the movies then in the books... Tolkien was way too harsh for him in the books, dying without even knowing Eowyn he called lies right there at his feet. Well anyway WHAT A CHARACTER this guy is, and this is one of my favorite scenes with him.
I love Theoden too, Faramir is another character that maybe because of the films is under-appreciated but is also a great character that dosent match the usual stereotypes
2:30 such exquisite cinematography. The pan to the woman embracing her son, possibly for the last time, and then to Theden with his line of interior monologue, gazing on his banner as it flutters in the wind before him. It's these more reflective moments that really make LotR great
Still the greatest movies of all time. Hands down. Yes, Jackson took some liberties with the source material. I can live with those changes despite what Christopher Tolkien said. When you look at the whole package, script, cinematography, set design, score (god, the score!) Amazing films. I could watch them a hundred times and still get chills. Best. Movies. Ever.
The problem wit the late Christopher Tolkien was he missed the true message of his father about the Lord of The Ring universe. In fact, JRR encouraged the embellishment of his mythology as long the essence remains intact.
@@Tippotipo I cannot emphasize this comment enough! It's one of the biggest issues I always took with Christopher Tolkien, and it's the biggest issue I still take with many of the fans out there that consider themselves Tolkien "purists": both he and they have demonstrated a severe misunderstanding of Tolkien's view of his own work. Now, with Christopher it's much more understandable when you think about it, because he was simply very protective of his father's work--something that in itself I consider endearing and commendable. Even so, I think he took that protective mentality too far and failed to view these films through the lens that his father likely would have. I studied Tolkien a great deal during my undergrad studies in University (even took several classes entirely devoted to his works), and I've been a lifelong fan of his. As dramatic as it might sound, the world and stories he created gave me a sense of purpose, not only because they inspired me to pursue my own dreams of writing and achieve my English degree but also because they have consistently been one of my primary sources of comfort and inspiration during my ongoing fight with depression. Tolkien has quite literally saved my life on several occasions. And one of the most important things I learned about him is just how much it meant to him to have people from all over the world who could identify with his characters and take inspiration from the love and courage that governed their actions. He openly encouraged people to engage with his works, and I remember one of his letters even spoke to his desire to see others contribute to his world and to see it grow. JRR Tolkien was truly a unique mind, and I honestly believe he was a humble and appreciative enough man that, were he alive today, he would have instantly recognized that Jackson's works were nothing short of a love letter to his own work.
I watched Fellowship and Two Towers four times each and Return of the King, ten times. I also watched the Extended Edition for each several times. Strangely, I didn't get bored.
See that's what annoys me about the Fandom. There are so many lore "purists" who hate that there's a black elf and that Galadriel has a sword in the new Amazon series because "it wasn't in the book" but are happy to watch: Haldir die, Glorfindel not be in the movies, watch the Elves casually send a fuck off army to Helms Deep, no Elladan and Elrohir or the Grey, Arwen kick ass and no death for Saruman (non extended edition) or scourging of the shire ect... The movies aren't the same as the books, almost in the slightest. But that's okay - they brought tens of millions into the fandom (and to appreciate the books) and will always be perhaps the greatest trilogy of all time. But the fact that people already hate the show without so much as watching the first episode annoys me - as the only real explanation is that the people are racist incels.
@@FinalToffen13 too bad sauron sent the easterlings to attack the dwarves and the men of dale just as the orcs of dol godur attack mirkwood and lothorien
I've really started appreciating Merry more recently, and scenes like this one are why. As goofy and fun-loving as he is, when he can tell the stakes are high and people are serious he's the first one to jump to action, regardless of the danger. He came up with the plan to cross the river when they were being chased by the nazgul, and led the way there. He charged a cave troll to save frodo. He turned Treebeard around to show him Saruman's devastation, ultimately convincing the ents to fight. When Rohan was mustering a fighting force to protect Gondor, he offered himself up right away. And when the goddamn Witch king was gonna kill Eowyn, Merry stabbed him. Merry is the dude you want at your back when the chips are down.
Well, the Took family was considered more adventurous than normal for hobbits, and the Brandybucks were the most warlike of the hobbits, so it makes sense that Pippin and Merry would do things that were considered 'unusual' to an average hobbit.
@@speedy_delivery That is the strongest proof in my opinion. All those other times, one could argue that Merry just happened to be one of the very few people in the right place and time to act, so he did it but someone else may have done the same. But at the Black Gate, thousands of strong, battle-trained men were there, and yet the hobbits were the first to charge.
I love the moment at 2:44 because, to my memory, it is the only time in the trilogy where a character's thoughts play as voiceover. This is so strange yet beautiful.
Love it when Gimli is talking about having dwarves at his side and Legolas notes that they are most likely fighting their own battle. As they were in Erebor and other free people's kingdoms.
2:56 Now is the hour! Riders of Rohan oaths you have taken! Now fulfil them all to lord and land! The most beautiful line ever and the music makes it so powerful
I love the bit where he is sort of talking to himself in his head. 'So it is before the walls of Minas Tirith the doom of our time will be decided.' Its almost as if he knows that he will not come back alive...
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I love the inner monologue that is added to Theoden's character. He seems so burdened by worry for his people, for middle-earth and for honoring his forefathers by being a good king.
2:25 What Legolas say is actually true: he is refering to the war in the North where the dwarves of Erebor and the men of Dale and Laketown were sieged in Erebor. Mirkwood and Lothlorien were attacked too
2:25 when Eomer says : "Now is the hour! Riders of Rohan, Oaths you have taken! Now fulfill them all! To Lord and Land!" Chillingly I'm reminded of the Oaths between his ancestor Eorl the Young and Cirion, Steward of Gondor more than 500 years ago, to come to the aid of one another when the need arises, and Cirion giving the lands of Calenardhon to Eorl and his people to settle in and defend from the forces of evil. Who knows? Maybe the Riders of Rohan also had to take oaths of their own to help their King fulfil his ancestors Oath! and defend the lands of their forefathers!
+Porkie Porcupine am actually starting to read the books now :) I recommend reading the books because I hear its a way different experience and it could shed some light to your answer
Merry was doing his best there, and I love how Théoden turned and knew exactly what the Hobbit wanted - you can see the grin on his face before Merry kneels
Kaspar Lakin Merry is genuflecting to offer his service. Unlike Pippin, he does so willingly and with love. In the book he even carries Theoden's arms all the way to his funeral and is the only one allowed to actually be next to him during the ceremony. He also cries for Theoden King.
I was so spoiled when this movie came out in cinemas. As a teenager, it set a benchmark for me that has never really been surpassed. I adore this trilogy.
SARUMAN: "You withdraw your guard, and I will tell you where your doom will be decided!" THÉODEN: "So... It is before the walls of Minas Tirith, the doom of our time will be decided." Nice little throwback
2:20 i wish that scene was in the theatrical edition. It explains why no other Dwarves or Elves came to Gondor. Erebor was under siege by the Easterlings and both Dáin II Ironfoot, King under the Mountain and Brand, King of Dale were slain and the Elves of Mirkwood and Lothlórien had to fight off the forces of Dol Guldur. Both however accomplished that the Armies of Mordor got no reinforcements from the North
What Legolas said about the dwarves was true. In the book, the Dwarves of Erebor and Men of Dale were overrun with orcs and Easterlings. They were victorious but with many fatalities. I wished Gimli had his wish though; that he and Legolas would lead Dwarves and Elves into this battle and joined Rohan.
Yes Dave I believe that both Dale and Erebor had New Kings after the war. For Erebor it would be Thorin III Stonehelm, and for Dale it would be Bard II, the great grandson of Bard the Bowman.
@@mikegallant811 I’d LOVE for the dwarves to get some movies maaaaaan. Their story throughout the books is so extremely good and sad, filled with victory but a ton of losses from their kin especially bloodlines from very great kings. Imagine watching the dwarves getting slaughtered by the Balrog in Moria before it actually became and was named „Moria“ The massacre on Erebor and Dale with the huge army of Orcs and easterlings. We didn’t get to see THAT much from the easterlings while they were extremely good on many frontlines especially against the elves on the 2nd age (or early 3rd I’m unsure here) I cannot wait for the series because we can be sure they will cover everything with that budget. I just hope they don’t give Sauron‘s Elven form this short haired guy from the trailer because that would be such a waste on his character.
redcardinalist He is the only actor starred in both Titanic and The Return of the King. Interestingly both film gained incredible 11 Oscars, a record that no others could exceed yet.
Damn this moment is so powerful. Always imagined Theoden knew he is about to die fighting for Gondor - the one country that failed him when he needed them the most. But he did it anyway. A true hero.
Théoden actually is Half-Gondorian and grew up there. His father, King Thengel, married a noblewoman from Gondor and lived with his wife's family and served in Gondor's army because he didn't get along with his father, King Fengel. Théoden and two of his sisters were born during that time and the family returned to Rohan after King Fengel passed away. Théoden was five years old at that time
Actually, Gondor didn't fail Rohan. Rohan never called for aid, and even if they had it takes nearly two weeks to ride from Minas Tirith to Edoras. Gondor would never have been able to arrive in time to be of any help. There was also the fact that Gondor simply didn't have the men to help anyway. They were being attacked from all sides at the time.
Look at the map..where is Edoras and where is Erebor (or any significant dwarven settlement). Do you think dwarfs mostly on foot (yes, I know, they are natural sprinters but still.. :D ) would be faster than rohirrim on horse back? :)
2:19 We finally got to see that legion of Dwarves you were talking about Gimli. They fought hard and bravely before the Gate of Erebor, like true sons of Durin.
"Now is the hour, Riders of Rohan! Oaths you have taken, now fulfill them all! To Lord and Land!" Epic. Lord and land, so you know your just not fighting for a lord. I love Eomer and I love Rohan, Its like their mounted Vikings.
@@LauraTrigg While Tolkien wrote them as mounted Anglo-Saxons, Peter Jackson's design team did use Viking themes as well as Anglo-Saxon ideas, so it's not a bad take on them.
Vikings and Anglo Saxons used similar equipment. Also the Normans who conquered Normandy, Sicily, southern Italy and the holy land were descendants of the Vikings and they fought as mounted warriors.
Honestly the more I watched LOTR the more impressed I am with the job of Benard Hill in his role. He just fucking delivers some awesome scenes like this one, all the helms deep ones, and of course his epic speech at that battle of Pelennor Fields. Also: Gimili is a fucking boss and I wish he got to command that legion of dwarves purely for hypes sake.
King Theoden is the best character, the bravery of that King is amazing idk if it's the actor or his age, but the words/commands/battle-speeches he gives is epic, than Aragorn in the last scene he just has that kingly posture and his loyalty, just the best character the man that's not afraid of anything. More human leaders like him won't hurt
Edoras is just like...a farmland on a hill, as Saruman said in the extended version, a barn. And yet they have the fiercest warriors and soldiers in the movies. Its quite impressive!
Well one of the most fiercest armies that devastated Europe were not even living in big extravagant castles but were nomadic tribesmen, the Huns and Mongols. Horse cavalry were basically tanks in the past
2:41 I think they really nailed the “thinking of the big thing before it happens” vibe. I really feel like I am seeing everything through Theodens mind.
Man it was chosen when Theoden said and Rohan will answer. He didn't hesitate. He did what was necessary. His duty came first before his ego. He was a great king.
As Theoden says "Rohan will answer". It only took this film 2 minutes to accurately describe the emotions of all characters at the scene (8 of them) toward the war. No film will ever beat ROTK in story-telling.
SirOrdo 1713. The Beacons of orcha, The Beacons are lit... Bundelakhnd calls for aid.... Peswa Bajirao 1: And Marathas will answer... See?? I put forward my own allorgey, The Human history is full of these kinda of battles where a city's saved by a downhill flanking charge.. so Polish people shouldn't say that that charge is inspired from their Vienna charge... Remember 1 thing.. Tolkien hated allorgies... Though I respect Polish people.. they're great warriors... Both Polish and Maratha people were great warriors who saved their respective religions (Christianity and Hinduism.) from muslims... Aka..Ottomans and Mughals empires.. Respect from an Indian..😊😊
MEANWHILE IN AN ALTERNATE REALITY: Theoden: "We are deeply concerned with the hostility and military activities in Minas Tirith, we condemn Mordor's actions and have imposed severe sanctions on the Dark Lord and are closely monitoring the situation."
that tiny city craps out a buttton of riders. Rohan is quite the formidable foe, when every house barfs up ten warriors and horses in time of need. I would tremble before such a fierce people, if I were Sauron.
Saruman mocked him as 'a lesser son of greater sires', in a failed attempt to break the King's spirit and will. Saruman knew that if Rohan was to join with Gondor, Sauron's armies could be defeated! Theoden knew he had too few men, as his lands had been pillaged, burned and bled by Saruman's Uruk'hai, and other dark forces during the years of his mindcontrol bý Saruman and Grima Wormtongue manipulating. But he rode to battle anyway, and despite the odds, he did manage to turn the tide...only to be faced and overwhelmed with the onslaught of the Haradrim, yet he faced them head-on, regardless. It was when Aragon arrived with the Army of the Dead, that the battle was decided, but it wouldnt have éver gotten to that, hadent Theoden charged in with everything he had left, to save Minas Tirith, and with that, the last Alliance of Men! Ironically, Theoden died, as the opposite of Saruman's mockery; A greater sire, of lesser sons!
Actually the beacons were for warning the people of Anorien of impending danger, what Rohan receives when Gondor calls for aid is the "Red Arrow". Another fun fact; Denethor sent both the Red Arrow out and had the warning beacons lit WELL before Gandalf and Pippin even arrive at Minas Tirith. Book Denethor wasn't a weirdo madman like he was portrayed in the movie.
Theoden could refuse, given that he received no help from Gondor during battle at Helm's Deep. But being a noble man that he is, he agrees to help. 0:33 to 0:38 gives me goosebumps.
These 3 films still set the standard for story telling 20 years later. I could watch these extended editions over and over and still feel the same emotions and impact with every scene. The charge of the Rohirim is still in my opinion the most impressive battle sequence put to film
Miguel Angel It was still a little bit strong, but it had decayed into a shadow of it's former self. In the old days Gondor was unmatched. They had many lands to the south, east and north. They had the greatest navy in Western Middle-earth, (Gondor and Arnor were the scions of Numenor), had huge armies that fought in far lands in the East and South, and they still had the Gifts of the Valar,which had not yet faded. It was pretty OP.
Funfact: When Aragorn gave the hobbits their blades at the Weathertop, he gave one made in Rohan to Merry, and one made in Gondor to Pippin. They ended up at the places of their weapons' making during the final conflict.
Dritan Bakiaj No, in the movies if you look at the swords they each have then this guy is clearly right but in the books hey were enchanted swords they found in the narrows when they were rescued by Tom Bombadil.
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When he says "...and Rohan will answer" and the music kicks it
Legendary
Yep
When he says "excuse me?" and the shire music kicks in............ legendary
And when Aragorn is running, the music kicks it:-)
Muster the Rohirrim!
Epic!
R.I.P Bernard Hill.
Long live the King of Rohan.
HAIL!
Long live the King salute 🫡
May the Simbelmynë ever grow upon his tomb.
Thanks brother i really appreciate it 🙏
Good.
The pause between “Gondor calls for aid” and “Rohan will answer” is true acting magic
I get chills. I'd like to think I would have grabbed a spear and a shield quick witnessing such a thing.
Yes, magnificent !
TO LORD AND LAND !
Indeed. Knowing that Gondor failed to bring aid in their hour of need during the burning of the Westfold. He was defiant and decided to be the better man and fulfill the oath of their alliance.
@@figll20 To be fair they never called Gondor...but Denethor probably wouldn't or couldn't send help anyway.
Bernard Hill. Legend of Titanic & Lord of the Rings.
'And Rohan will answer.'
Drops mic.
+Nikesh Patel Drops mike
+Nikesh Patel
Rohirrim... I muster that
Helms Deep .. I defend that
Gandars Call ... I answer that
OOOOHHHHHH!!!!
No
mic rolling on floor
Aragorn: ....So uh, whats the "answer"?
Theodin: Hmm? Oh! We ride to war. Sorry wasnt clear there was I ? In the moment and all
Aragorn: Right.... Wheres that music coming from??
MIKE NO
The shot of theoden when he's thinking, that shot is just beautiful
D02/M06/Y2024 - Great work by Mr. Bernard Hill. A few weeks late, but riposare in pace, Mr. Hill. Thank you for a wonderful performance.
Ikr, and also the soundtrack is fucking epic
I KNOW!
"So...it is before the walls of Minas Tirith, that Doom of our Time will be decided."
Miguel Angel "Now is the hour, Riders of Rohan, oaths you have taken! Now, fulfill them all, to lord and land!" It's too epic I need to rewatch it all again sometime
yas
I love how theoden accepts Merry’s request. Just because he’s a small hobbit doesn’t mean he shouldn’t be able to pledge his life for the sake of all he loves. Theoden doesn’t dismiss him or make him feel lesser than when some might have. He made a great king and leader
Both leaders that accept Hobbits are well repaid for their kindness. Merry hamstrings the Witch King, giving Eowyn her shot to take him out and Pippin saves the life of Faramir, Denethor's only surviving son.
In the books, Merry & Theoden actually got quite close, far closer than it shows in the movies.
@@futuresonex I was actually going to make a similar comment. “As a father you shall be to me”, Merry said
He.... he does dismiss him at the camp though lol
@@borgCube100 Yes, but he only does that to keep him safe & out of harm's way. King Theoden just doesn't want to see Merry get hurt or killed.
"So...it is before the walls of Minas Tirith, that Doom of our Time will be decided."
What an Epic line!
And so perfectly delivered.
Quite fitting that Theoden would ride and die at the city of his birth. The Gondorians actually offered him a place in their tombs
the slo-mo and the music! Goosebumps everytime
And music.
Infamously, voiceover has ruined movies like Bladerunner and-to a certain degree-Se7en, but not in this case. Theoden's line raises the stakes and elevates this scene to god-tier status.
I like how Legolas makes a reference to the war in the north, where armies of goblins, trolls, wargs and orcs march to Erebor
Armies of estearlings
Where?
+SJon Umber He does, side by side with Dain Ironfoot.
Dain was a true badass.
fuck you smalljon
I love the difference between how Theoden and Denethor accept Merry and Pippin's loyalty and service.
Shows how one is noble and brave and kind. Another is engulfed with greed and hunger for power.
@@kanikagaral7637 I dont get it.
@@normantea2301 Theoden even after never getting help from anyone still answered the call of help from Gondor. He loved his children and his nephew and niece. Accepted merry's loyalty without making him feel inferior. Whereas denethor was about to cremate his son even though he was alive. Would not even try to fight for the kingdom he wants to rule. Won't ask for help coz he knew aragorn will finally come to gondor and aim his right to the throne. He berated pippin like he is a insect.
@@kanikagaral7637 Yeah I realized a few hours ago who Denethor was lol, I got confused and thought Denethor was Theodens daughter for some weird reason. Haven't watched LOTR in like 10+ years or so. My bad!
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A couple of friends and me were watching this a few years ago at my apartment. During the pause between 'Gondor calls for aid' and 'Rohan will answer', one of my friend's cell phone rang. And wouldn't you know it, it was the Jeopardy! theme. We still rib him about it every time his phone goes off by saying 'Is that Gondor calling for aid?'
Lmfao that is so good.
*and I
You made that u0
Wonderful story. Thanks for sharing.
I might try that with the Countdown theme, (the UK equivalent), haha.
"Now is the hour,
Riders of Rohan!
Oaths you have taken,
Now fulfill them all!
To lord and land!"
What a short and strong speech from Eomer
LOVE IT - TO LORD AND LAND !
and the epic music kicking in
*chills*
1:20 is this Viggo's voice or dubbed? I often wonder this when see this scene. Doesn't sound like Viggo
@@ElfTaleFilms Think it is just the recording that is weird from all the background noise, sounds like him to me
who would have thought back then, that in 2 decades this man would be in a tv show saying "cunt" every other line
Bernard Hill was born to be King Theoden. An outstanding acting performance.
Should have been nominated for best supporting actor imo
1000% agree! Best character development of the trilogy!
Rest in peace Bernard Hill
Bernard was perfect for the role.
Eomers short speech is so epic. He is a very much underated hero imo
Johannes CT It doesn’t really make sense to do that speech here though, in the book he does it a Dunharrow once all of the men have been gathered.
Amarveer Bassra ye but in the movie Theoden himself has a little speech in Dunharrow so I think P. Jackson wanted Eomer to have something thus they made this so both great men of Rohan had their speeches
yeah, him and pippin.
That speech is give me a goosebump tho
The music is also a key in this scene..
0:32 "And Rohan will answer" Ta ta ta ta ta ta ta taaaaaaaa
Fucking epic
John Cenaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa!
MUSTER THE RUHIRRIM!
*DING DING DING DING*
dun dun da de da deee da deeee
I love how Theoden makes Merry stand up. Shows you a bit of his true nature as a ruler.
Just another example of, "My friends... you bow to no one." :')
Eomer is such a good general.
That's why he, Aragorn Elessar and Prince Imrahil of Dol Amroth join forces and conquer the east after the film ends. :)
Frans A. Aragorn's last name isn't Elessar. I don't think he _has_ a last name.
***** Not sure if kidding or just plain stupid...
*"I am Aragorn son of Arathorn, and am called Elessar, the Elfstone, Dúnadain, the heir of Isildur Elendil's son of Gondor.* Here is the sword that was broken and is forged again! Will you aid me or thwart me? Choose swiftly!"
So no, Elessar isn't his real last name, it was given to him by Galadriel.
I think that the closest thing to his last name, if it isn't his last name, would be Telcontar, which is a Quenya translation of Strider and also the name of his house.
Christiaan Bruin Not kidding, and you're stupid.
Always liked the simplicity of Bernard Hill's response. No explanations, no excuses. Everyone knows he has every reason to say 'fuck you' to Gondor but he just does it anyway and no one questions it.
He doesn't get nearly enough credit for this role.
+Charles Shell I also love that he treats Merry with dignity and even gives him a cool title. The big grin on the little guy's face says it all. A lesser king would have mocked and belittled him, but not Théoden. .This is how a true leader of men carries himself.
+Charles Shell His acting was great. He has a very good command over his mimics. This is actually something that makes clear which actors are proffesionals and which not. If you watch movies with Brad Pitt or Silvester Stallone, you can clearly say that they aren't proffesional actors(It is their image that makes people like them), because they do not have good control over their mimics, while proffesional actors do. Bernard Hill and Ian Mckellen aren't only good at this, they also displayed a good control over their body language, voice and accent, and always knew what is the most fitting choice. While Viggo, Christopher Lee and some other also did a good job, they were still behind Bernard Hill and Ian McKellen in terms of acting(but maybe because their roles didnt require the same display of emotions, Gandalf and Theoden were leaders after all) My credit also goes to Sean Bean, who played Boromir.
+Charles Shell Well this whole "why we should help Gondor" is pure film makers invention made for dramatic effect, none of that was in the books. Eryone knew that Gondor was under heavy attack atm, and Theoden was bound by Oath of Eorl:
"I vow in my own name and on behalf of the Éothéod of the North that between us and the Great People of the West there shall be friendship for ever: their enemies shall be our enemies, their need shall be our need, and whatsoever evil, or threat, or assault may come upon them we will aid them to the utmost end of our strength. This vow shall descend to my heirs, all such as may come after me in our new land, and let them keep it in faith unbroken, lest the Shadow fall upon them and they become accursed."
+Charles Shell Well this whole "why we should help Gondor" is pure film makers invention made for dramatic effect, none of that was in the books. Eryone knew that Gondor was under heavy attack atm, and Theoden was bound by Oath of Eorl:
"I vow in my own name and on behalf of the Éothéod of the North that between us and the Great People of the West there shall be friendship for ever: their enemies shall be our enemies, their need shall be our need, and whatsoever evil, or threat, or assault may come upon them we will aid them to the utmost end of our strength. This vow shall descend to my heirs, all such as may come after me in our new land, and let them keep it in faith unbroken, lest the Shadow fall upon them and they become accursed."
Godunow100
I am so aware. The movie version adds more tension and character development.
Theoden's initial look of fear and self-doubt giving way to determination and pride is amazing. There wasn't a single weak link in this entire cast.
Bernard's hill portrayal of Theoden might be the best portrayal of a king I have seen in any movie. Such a great actor.
Absolutely agree. And he portrayed the feckless captain of the Titanic just as convincingly in THAT film, which underscores just what a capable, versatile actor he really is.
Agreed.
Mark the subtle change of expression and emotion, knowing that answering the call means riding to their deaths, before making the decisive statement “And Rohan will answer!”
@@chadley25 Bernard Hill notes on the Titanic commentary that Captain Smith was a "PR Captain" since he routinely took the White Star ships on their maiden voyages. Since he'd never been in a major crisis before, Captain Smith was unprepared for Titanic hitting the iceberg.
@@shuboy05 He had been in a major crisis before my friend. Captain Smith was quite competent.
He had a reputation for safety and confidence in his crew that many did not board a ship of White Star Line without his commanding of it.
If White Star Line had a Commodore position, Smith would be it, and for good reason too.
Titanic went down because the ship couldn’t withstand its Captain’s steel balls.
When Titanic begun it’s maiden voyage, it nearly slammed into another ship, but Smith reversed the engines at the right time.
Imagine If someone accidentally lit the beacons. And after they arrive they see that there was no siege at all lol
oh...
"Well we might as well chill here for a day!"
the guilty party will have to scrub all those horses one by one.
+Hartono Gazaly with a tooth brush.
"It was just a prank bro."
Theoden was such a true kingly figure. The movie was named after Aragorn, but damn, Theoden showed him how to be a be a badass king.
I think "Return of the king" isnt just referring to Aragorn- Theoden's recovery resonates with the theme of Aragorn's return
Old stories tell us , that when he walked , his balls were scratching the earth - so big and hard there were.
At this day , no harder material were found than Theoden balls
In many ways, why should it not be seen as referring to both?
@@rickblaine9670 its absolutely referring to both. Just as Aragorn grows into the king he was meant to be, Theoden's character arc is also his transformation from a cowardly leader to sacrificially brave one.
@@brsn2991 When was Theoden ever cowardly?
2:37 - 2:53 In this span of 16 seconds, the music, the camera shot, the build up, the suspense and anxiety, and that epic line, were all flawless. These small bits of perfection, is what separates the LOTR trilogy from a lot of other movies.
The entire scene makes me cry😢
Moments later the real watch guy comes: "My king! The beacon of Minas Tirith is lit! Gondor calls for aid!!"
The king: "duuuh, Aragorn told us already. You had one job man......... HAD."
😂😂😂
Lol, that reminds me of thor ragnarok
😂😂😂😂😂
@@tehgundulf And guess who played the role of Skurge :p
@@ssbidyadhar Sloppy Eomer
2:14-2:30
I love that little subtle hint about the war of the north between the Dwarves of Edebor and the men of Dale vs the Easterlings.
They really need to make a movie about that.
The fact that they haven't is beyond ridiculous.
@@SapphireCrusader1988 With the way Rings of Power turned out it’s probably for the best
@@Orb__ but wasn't Rings of Power also bad because Amazon couldn't get the rights to most of Tolkiens work?
@@gamerman782 Since when is Amazon on a budget...
@@me.lms1126 since the estate didn't sell them all rights as far as I'm aware
For an absolute Tolkien lore nerd I find it funny that Theoden, the MOVIE interpretation of the character to be precise, is my absolute favorite character of the lore, any books or movies. I imagine that right there in 2:45 he already knows that there is no coming back from the battle for Minas Tirith, leading his small army of countrymen against the unending legions of Sauron. And yet, although he already won his own war, he decided to willingly go and die for the country that abandoned him in need. This is a true hero, and a great character. A character like Aragon, Frodo, Gandalf and so on are great characters but they are still cliche and you can find them in many stories and tales. Character like Theoden is absolutely unrepeatable. I also prefer his death in the movies then in the books... Tolkien was way too harsh for him in the books, dying without even knowing Eowyn he called lies right there at his feet. Well anyway WHAT A CHARACTER this guy is, and this is one of my favorite scenes with him.
+LongLive TrueFreedom You couldn't be more right.
He left home 20k soldiers, while going to Gondor with 6k, which was a solid amount
According to the book
I love Theoden too, Faramir is another character that maybe because of the films is under-appreciated but is also a great character that dosent match the usual stereotypes
Well said! Though I dont think the characters like gandalf and frodo etc were that mutch of cliché when Tolkien wrote them.
2:30 such exquisite cinematography. The pan to the woman embracing her son, possibly for the last time, and then to Theden with his line of interior monologue, gazing on his banner as it flutters in the wind before him. It's these more reflective moments that really make LotR great
This is how you make a great movie
If you weren't such a pos fascist, I'd agree with you
Shots like that remind you what’s at stake for Middle Earth
Still the greatest movies of all time. Hands down. Yes, Jackson took some liberties with the source material. I can live with those changes despite what Christopher Tolkien said. When you look at the whole package, script, cinematography, set design, score (god, the score!) Amazing films. I could watch them a hundred times and still get chills. Best. Movies. Ever.
The problem wit the late Christopher Tolkien was he missed the true message of his father about the Lord of The Ring universe. In fact, JRR encouraged the embellishment of his mythology as long the essence remains intact.
@@Tippotipo I cannot emphasize this comment enough! It's one of the biggest issues I always took with Christopher Tolkien, and it's the biggest issue I still take with many of the fans out there that consider themselves Tolkien "purists": both he and they have demonstrated a severe misunderstanding of Tolkien's view of his own work. Now, with Christopher it's much more understandable when you think about it, because he was simply very protective of his father's work--something that in itself I consider endearing and commendable. Even so, I think he took that protective mentality too far and failed to view these films through the lens that his father likely would have. I studied Tolkien a great deal during my undergrad studies in University (even took several classes entirely devoted to his works), and I've been a lifelong fan of his. As dramatic as it might sound, the world and stories he created gave me a sense of purpose, not only because they inspired me to pursue my own dreams of writing and achieve my English degree but also because they have consistently been one of my primary sources of comfort and inspiration during my ongoing fight with depression. Tolkien has quite literally saved my life on several occasions. And one of the most important things I learned about him is just how much it meant to him to have people from all over the world who could identify with his characters and take inspiration from the love and courage that governed their actions. He openly encouraged people to engage with his works, and I remember one of his letters even spoke to his desire to see others contribute to his world and to see it grow. JRR Tolkien was truly a unique mind, and I honestly believe he was a humble and appreciative enough man that, were he alive today, he would have instantly recognized that Jackson's works were nothing short of a love letter to his own work.
I watched Fellowship and Two Towers four times each and Return of the King, ten times. I also watched the Extended Edition for each several times. Strangely, I didn't get bored.
@@JoshVega2012 This was beautifully written and a thoroughly enjoyable read. Thanks for taking the tine
See that's what annoys me about the Fandom. There are so many lore "purists" who hate that there's a black elf and that Galadriel has a sword in the new Amazon series because "it wasn't in the book" but are happy to watch: Haldir die, Glorfindel not be in the movies, watch the Elves casually send a fuck off army to Helms Deep, no Elladan and Elrohir or the Grey, Arwen kick ass and no death for Saruman (non extended edition) or scourging of the shire ect...
The movies aren't the same as the books, almost in the slightest. But that's okay - they brought tens of millions into the fandom (and to appreciate the books) and will always be perhaps the greatest trilogy of all time. But the fact that people already hate the show without so much as watching the first episode annoys me - as the only real explanation is that the people are racist incels.
0:33 that music after he says "And rohan will answer" always gives me chills, so fucking epic
Does anyone know the name of the song or theme?
Vesto lord I think it's part of 'The Lighting of the Beacons'
Vesto lord this is riders of Rohan theme
Me too, he had every right to tell them to get lost...but he didn't. Theoden was the kind of king everyone would get behind.
"...a legion of dwarves. fully armed and filthy..."
I lold at that part
baruk khazad, khazad ai menu!
Du bekar
gimbli was right those fully armed are tough as nails as shown in battle of five armies
@@FinalToffen13 too bad sauron sent the easterlings to attack the dwarves and the men of dale just as the orcs of dol godur attack mirkwood and lothorien
I've really started appreciating Merry more recently, and scenes like this one are why. As goofy and fun-loving as he is, when he can tell the stakes are high and people are serious he's the first one to jump to action, regardless of the danger.
He came up with the plan to cross the river when they were being chased by the nazgul, and led the way there. He charged a cave troll to save frodo. He turned Treebeard around to show him Saruman's devastation, ultimately convincing the ents to fight. When Rohan was mustering a fighting force to protect Gondor, he offered himself up right away. And when the goddamn Witch king was gonna kill Eowyn, Merry stabbed him. Merry is the dude you want at your back when the chips are down.
Tree beard was pippins work my friend, but other than that 💯
Well, the Took family was considered more adventurous than normal for hobbits, and the Brandybucks were the most warlike of the hobbits, so it makes sense that Pippin and Merry would do things that were considered 'unusual' to an average hobbit.
Merry (and Pippin) was also the first one to charge the gates of Mordor after Aragorn
@@georgechapman9688 Right you are, my bad. I should've said something about how he stood up to the entire entmoot to get them to help.
@@speedy_delivery That is the strongest proof in my opinion. All those other times, one could argue that Merry just happened to be one of the very few people in the right place and time to act, so he did it but someone else may have done the same.
But at the Black Gate, thousands of strong, battle-trained men were there, and yet the hobbits were the first to charge.
I love the moment at 2:44 because, to my memory, it is the only time in the trilogy where a character's thoughts play as voiceover. This is so strange yet beautiful.
I think Saruman had a moment like that in fellowship
@@yamchathewolf7714 Saruman's speech plays as a voice over Gandalf during the Caradhras scene. Is that what you mean?
Where is the horse and the rider where is the horn that was blowing in the mountain...!!! Another Epic past reffence
Many such scenes in the entire trilogy.
You should watch it again
Love it when Gimli is talking about having dwarves at his side and Legolas notes that they are most likely fighting their own battle. As they were in Erebor and other free people's kingdoms.
a whole other war was happening in other areas across middle earth showed how much power sauron could wield
2:56 Now is the hour! Riders of Rohan oaths you have taken! Now fulfil them all to lord and land!
The most beautiful line ever and the music makes it so powerful
Ok but why is no one talking about Merry trying to spur his horse into action at 2:30 ? It’s both adorable and hilarious!
I know, right? I love this scene 😂
Cute and funny!
And his big grin when he is riding on his own with the the rohirim.
I just noticed that for the first time lol I literally just watched the trilogy twice this week 😂
She picked up her rear hoof and kicked at him 🤣🤣🤣
I love the bit where he is sort of talking to himself in his head.
'So it is before the walls of Minas Tirith the doom of our time will be decided.'
Its almost as if he knows that he will not come back alive...
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Theoden's thoughts to himself at 2:47 are so inspiring and telling.
I love the inner monologue that is added to Theoden's character. He seems so burdened by worry for his people, for middle-earth and for honoring his forefathers by being a good king.
2:25 What Legolas say is actually true: he is refering to the war in the North where the dwarves of Erebor and the men of Dale and Laketown were sieged in Erebor. Mirkwood and Lothlorien were attacked too
2:25 when Eomer says : "Now is the hour! Riders of Rohan, Oaths you have taken! Now fulfill them all! To Lord and Land!"
Chillingly I'm reminded of the Oaths between his ancestor Eorl the Young and Cirion, Steward of Gondor more than 500 years ago, to come to the aid of one another when the need arises, and Cirion giving the lands of Calenardhon to Eorl and his people to settle in and defend from the forces of evil. Who knows? Maybe the Riders of Rohan also had to take oaths of their own to help their King fulfil his ancestors Oath! and defend the lands of their forefathers!
This level of excitement is what the Hobbit movies lack
Indeed
+Hakha Behmanesh The hobbit didn't have much to the ring as I wanted. I mean it was a big part of it so why didn't they make it one?
+Porkie Porcupine am actually starting to read the books now :) I recommend reading the books because I hear its a way different experience and it could shed some light to your answer
Hakha Behmanesh I have read them.
don't get why people keep bashing The Hobbit movies when compared to other blockbusters they are still good
1:53 merry, you're a hobbit in front of a full grown man, kneeling down is not gonna make a difference
Merry was doing his best there, and I love how Théoden turned and knew exactly what the Hobbit wanted - you can see the grin on his face before Merry kneels
Kaspar Lakin Merry is genuflecting to offer his service. Unlike Pippin, he does so willingly and with love. In the book he even carries Theoden's arms all the way to his funeral and is the only one allowed to actually be next to him during the ceremony. He also cries for Theoden King.
@@Trek001 ...a grin xD
Sign of respect toward a great king is always welcomed. And paid back as seen from Theoden
I was so spoiled when this movie came out in cinemas. As a teenager, it set a benchmark for me that has never really been surpassed. I adore this trilogy.
"Now is the hour! Riders of Rohan! Oaths you have taken, now fulfill them all to lord and land!"
chills.
SARUMAN: "You withdraw your guard, and I will tell you where your doom will be decided!"
THÉODEN: "So... It is before the walls of Minas Tirith, the doom of our time will be decided."
Nice little throwback
Today:
"Gondor calls for aid"
"And Rohan...Rohan sends thoughts and prayers"
rohan wear yellow and blue in solidarity, and that's it. Maybe they will sanction the witch king, not buying nazgul meat
Don't worry Gondor we will send a Long Inspirational Tweet.
@@resireg or Mordor will delete Rohan instantly with nuclear weapons lol
Our world needs real alpha man like Aragorn or Achilles right now
Will do the tiktok booty dance of support and prayers!!!
2:56- This is my favorite line in this scene.
i still remember when this was released in cinemas and this scene happened, everyone cheered when Theoden answered the call.
2:20 i wish that scene was in the theatrical edition. It explains why no other Dwarves or Elves came to Gondor. Erebor was under siege by the Easterlings and both Dáin II Ironfoot, King under the Mountain and Brand, King of Dale were slain and the Elves of Mirkwood and Lothlórien had to fight off the forces of Dol Guldur. Both however accomplished that the Armies of Mordor got no reinforcements from the North
What Legolas said about the dwarves was true. In the book, the Dwarves of Erebor and Men of Dale were overrun with orcs and Easterlings. They were victorious but with many fatalities. I wished Gimli had his wish though; that he and Legolas would lead Dwarves and Elves into this battle and joined Rohan.
Yes Dave I believe that both Dale and Erebor had New Kings after the war. For Erebor it would be Thorin III Stonehelm, and for Dale it would be Bard II, the great grandson of Bard the Bowman.
@@mikegallant811 I’d LOVE for the dwarves to get some movies maaaaaan. Their story throughout the books is so extremely good and sad, filled with victory but a ton of losses from their kin especially bloodlines from very great kings.
Imagine watching the dwarves getting slaughtered by the Balrog in Moria before it actually became and was named „Moria“
The massacre on Erebor and Dale with the huge army of Orcs and easterlings.
We didn’t get to see THAT much from the easterlings while they were extremely good on many frontlines especially against the elves on the 2nd age (or early 3rd I’m unsure here)
I cannot wait for the series because we can be sure they will cover everything with that budget.
I just hope they don’t give Sauron‘s Elven form this short haired guy from the trailer because that would be such a waste on his character.
All the best scenes involve King Theoden, he also have the best lines
And Bernard Hill is a great actor :)
redcardinalist He is the only actor starred in both Titanic and The Return of the King. Interestingly both film gained incredible 11 Oscars, a record that no others could exceed yet.
redcardinalist He is an incredible actor!
Ben-Hur from 1959(I think) also won 11 oscars :)
Hell yes he has the best lines
"...and Rohan will answer"
this scene always gives me the goosebumps. it gives you that feeling of Hope and encouragement.
2:45 So, it is before of walls of Minas Tirith, the doom of our time will be decided.
Hail, Theoden son of Thengel!
King Théoden hope is kindled now it is up to you.
No, he survived, became a captain and died on the Titanic.
2:46 actually.
Damn this moment is so powerful. Always imagined Theoden knew he is about to die fighting for Gondor - the one country that failed him when he needed them the most. But he did it anyway. A true hero.
Théoden actually is Half-Gondorian and grew up there. His father, King Thengel, married a noblewoman from Gondor and lived with his wife's family and served in Gondor's army because he didn't get along with his father, King Fengel. Théoden and two of his sisters were born during that time and the family returned to Rohan after King Fengel passed away. Théoden was five years old at that time
@@johnnyedelhoff5866 wow did not know that... Holy cow
Actually, Gondor didn't fail Rohan. Rohan never called for aid, and even if they had it takes nearly two weeks to ride from Minas Tirith to Edoras. Gondor would never have been able to arrive in time to be of any help. There was also the fact that Gondor simply didn't have the men to help anyway. They were being attacked from all sides at the time.
Eomers wife is Gondorian in the future it is the sister of Prince Imrahil of Dol Amroth. So practically the future queen of Rohan is from Gondor
Because he knew there are innocent people woman children who s its not fault for not helping
Éomer's speech, idk man, it's so brief... and yet so powerful, full of strength and courage, it gets me all fired up!
Gimli was right. I would rather have a legion of fully armored battle dwarves. Those little bastards are tough as nails
yeah, hobbit proved it ; XD!!!!
Indeed; although Dain was slain during the war, after watching the last Hobbit, seeing Dain lead an army of dwarves on goats would've been epic.
and they would be all computer animated, so you wouldnt waste any lives. double win
They should have included the battle of Dale! That would have been so epic
Look at the map..where is Edoras and where is Erebor (or any significant dwarven settlement). Do you think dwarfs mostly on foot (yes, I know, they are natural sprinters but still.. :D ) would be faster than rohirrim on horse back? :)
2:19 We finally got to see that legion of Dwarves you were talking about Gimli.
They fought hard and bravely before the Gate of Erebor, like true sons of Durin.
Dave Egan *Gates
***** Are you that desperate?
majed algamdi Desperate for what exactly?
***** Obviously, for olives
majed algamdi I don't even like olives.
RIP Bernard Hill! We never forget you!
Eomer gives me the chills every time.
"Now is the hour, Riders of Rohan! Oaths you have taken, now fulfill them all! To Lord and Land!" Epic. Lord and land, so you know your just not fighting for a lord. I love Eomer and I love Rohan, Its like their mounted Vikings.
_mounted Vikings_ - Tolkien is spinning in his grave.
@@LauraTrigg While Tolkien wrote them as mounted Anglo-Saxons, Peter Jackson's design team did use Viking themes as well as Anglo-Saxon ideas, so it's not a bad take on them.
Vikings and Anglo Saxons used similar equipment. Also the Normans who conquered Normandy, Sicily, southern Italy and the holy land were descendants of the Vikings and they fought as mounted warriors.
@@ChipsDeluxe Yeah because the Normans had grown into a knightly martial culture unlike their forebears who mostly fought on foot.
@@Imfil yes and they became vassals of the french king and started to fight like the french.
"And Rohan will answer."
Goosebumps every damn time.
Honestly the more I watched LOTR the more impressed I am with the job of Benard Hill in his role. He just fucking delivers some awesome scenes like this one, all the helms deep ones, and of course his epic speech at that battle of Pelennor Fields.
Also: Gimili is a fucking boss and I wish he got to command that legion of dwarves purely for hypes sake.
Karl Urban was so brilliant in this series
Amazing in Dredd.
The ever-present soundtrack, always catalysing the right emotions. These films really are masterpieces.
King Theoden is the best character, the bravery of that King is amazing
idk if it's the actor or his age, but the words/commands/battle-speeches he gives is epic, than Aragorn in the last scene
he just has that kingly posture and his loyalty, just the best character the man that's not afraid of anything. More human leaders like him won't hurt
The beacons are lit af fam
Ayyy Rohan will answer
Jimmy Bob Stewart formerly Chuck Wood Muster the Rawrhirrim xd
It's an OG call ma nigguz
Lolll🤣
These comments are hilarious!
Edoras is just like...a farmland on a hill, as Saruman said in the extended version, a barn. And yet they have the fiercest warriors and soldiers in the movies. Its quite impressive!
Sometimes people with the quaintest, simplest lives will fight the hardest to protect it.
Well one of the most fiercest armies that devastated Europe were not even living in big extravagant castles but were nomadic tribesmen, the Huns and Mongols. Horse cavalry were basically tanks in the past
0:00, Me when I'm late to school.
phillip walling lol
phillip walling 😁
Sir, sir may I come in?
Why are you late?
Gondor calls for aid!!!
greatest 'fuck yeah' moment in all cinema. anyone who disagrees is a filthy hobbit
+Da1tonTheGreat looks like there are 40 of them : )
+FatCatMedia Being called a Hobbit is a compliment. If it weren't for Hobbits, where would middle-earth be now? Kneel before the Hobbits.
richfuckable at least i have a mum
No doubt about it, always gets me riled up
filthy fatsy hobbitses
2:41 I think they really nailed the “thinking of the big thing before it happens” vibe. I really feel like I am seeing everything through Theodens mind.
0:37 Theoden's badassery.
+diapason89 yup
Frodo Baggins: The Ring Bearer.
Peregrin Took: Guardian of the Citadel.
Meriadoc Brandybuck: Esquire of Rohan.
Samwise Gamgee: Frodo's Gardener...
Awolfx Ring bearer's Protector and Savior
Awolfx Sam is the real MVP
Samwise Gamgee The Brave
Samwise the brave.
Samwise Gamgee: Mayor of the Shire
Man it was chosen when Theoden said and Rohan will answer. He didn't hesitate. He did what was necessary. His duty came first before his ego. He was a great king.
16 years later and this still gives me goosebumps. I remember watching this in a full cinema room and everyone cheered in this scene.
Theoden looks so serious and seems like a strict person, yet still have an affectionate side. This what made him so charismatic.
RIP GREAT KING. You will now join the company of your GREAT Ancestors.
As Theoden says "Rohan will answer".
It only took this film 2 minutes to accurately describe the emotions of all characters at the scene (8 of them) toward the war.
No film will ever beat ROTK in story-telling.
if it loyally adapted the book, maybe. as it stands, it has plenty of cheesy moments.
i feel FOTR was the superior LOTR film out of the three
@@godemperorofmankind3.091 Cheesy moments, what the fuck? Like?
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"The beacons of Vienna, the beacons are lit! Habsburgs call for aid!"
John III Sobieski: "And Poland will answer!"
Was that true?I mean I pretty much know how the siege of Vienna went,but don't know about that detail.
Onaj Tamo Its just analogy to simillar situation
Aha...OK then.
SirOrdo and the winged hussars arrived
SirOrdo 1713.
The Beacons of orcha, The Beacons are lit...
Bundelakhnd calls for aid....
Peswa Bajirao 1: And Marathas will answer...
See??
I put forward my own allorgey, The Human history is full of these kinda of battles where a city's saved by a downhill flanking charge.. so Polish people shouldn't say that that charge is inspired from their Vienna charge...
Remember 1 thing.. Tolkien hated allorgies...
Though I respect Polish people.. they're great warriors... Both Polish and Maratha people were great warriors who saved their respective religions (Christianity and Hinduism.) from muslims... Aka..Ottomans and Mughals empires..
Respect from an Indian..😊😊
02:46 “so it is before the walls of Minas Tirith the doom of our time shall be decided” coupled with the music just makes it epic!
0:33 The indecision falls aways from his face and he makes the call with determination and a fierce resolve.
Man it must be so cool to have an epic music kick in whenever you say something
Yes I wished that
0:13
Never before have I noticed how Viggo taps that guards shield like " 'sup bro!"
MEANWHILE IN AN ALTERNATE REALITY:
Theoden: "We are deeply concerned with the hostility and military activities in Minas Tirith, we condemn Mordor's actions and have imposed severe sanctions on the Dark Lord and are closely monitoring the situation."
Then they change Gondon banners on walls for few weeks.
2:56 one of my favourite lines from the entire trilogy. TO LORD, AND LAND! HYAAA
that tiny city craps out a buttton of riders. Rohan is quite the formidable foe, when every house barfs up ten warriors and horses in time of need.
I would tremble before such a fierce people, if I were Sauron.
0:59 "You have two days, on the third we ride for 2 days. And then to WAR! *for two days*"
Theoden is the best character in the trilogy. Perfectly cast.
Saruman mocked him as 'a lesser son of greater sires', in a failed attempt to break the King's spirit and will. Saruman knew that if Rohan was to join with Gondor, Sauron's armies could be defeated!
Theoden knew he had too few men, as his lands had been pillaged, burned and bled by Saruman's Uruk'hai, and other dark forces during the years of his mindcontrol bý Saruman and Grima Wormtongue manipulating.
But he rode to battle anyway, and despite the odds, he did manage to turn the tide...only to be faced and overwhelmed with the onslaught of the Haradrim, yet he faced them head-on, regardless.
It was when Aragon arrived with the Army of the Dead, that the battle was decided, but it wouldnt have éver gotten to that, hadent Theoden charged in with everything he had left, to save Minas Tirith, and with that, the last Alliance of Men!
Ironically, Theoden died, as the opposite of Saruman's mockery; A greater sire, of lesser sons!
‘And Rohan will answer’ bruh I scream everytime I see it gets me so pumped
Actually the beacons were for warning the people of Anorien of impending danger, what Rohan receives when Gondor calls for aid is the "Red Arrow". Another fun fact; Denethor sent both the Red Arrow out and had the warning beacons lit WELL before Gandalf and Pippin even arrive at Minas Tirith. Book Denethor wasn't a weirdo madman like he was portrayed in the movie.
Exactly. But the rider he had sent wearing the red Arrow was slained by orcs ...
0:05 Me when I smell BBQ being cooked in the back yard.
Employee: What do you want on your burger?
Me, an intellectual: *Muster and Rohirrim*
Theoden could refuse, given that he received no help from Gondor during battle at Helm's Deep. But being a noble man that he is, he agrees to help. 0:33 to 0:38 gives me goosebumps.
King Eomer. My favorite character in the WHOLE The Return of King part. No doubt.
king eomer??
+Andreas Müller after the dead of King Theoden, who you think rules Rohan? Read the book my friend.
Theoden mb?
Ray Curiel eowyn?
no, eomer became king
These 3 films still set the standard for story telling 20 years later. I could watch these extended editions over and over and still feel the same emotions and impact with every scene. The charge of the Rohirim is still in my opinion the most impressive battle sequence put to film
No matter how many times it’s watched, never does it get old. It truly is a timeless masterpiece.
Peter Jackson mastered this truly difficult books into a great trilogy’s
I wish I had that memory wiper from MIB so I could watch them fresh every time
My kingdom calls for aid and Rohan shall answer .
gondor is a weak ass kingdom
Miguel Angel The dwarves are a different story however! The axes are sharpened and ready for battle!
Miguel Angel It was still a little bit strong, but it had decayed into a shadow of it's former self. In the old days Gondor was unmatched. They had many lands to the south, east and north. They had the greatest navy in Western Middle-earth, (Gondor and Arnor were the scions of Numenor), had huge armies that fought in far lands in the East and South, and they still had the Gifts of the Valar,which had not yet faded. It was pretty OP.
I still like when in the fourth age the dwarves reforged the gates of Minas tirith with Mithril
Aureastus They also retook Moria some years before or after Aragorn's death.
Funfact: When Aragorn gave the hobbits their blades at the Weathertop, he gave one made in Rohan to Merry, and one made in Gondor to Pippin. They ended up at the places of their weapons' making during the final conflict.
Does he say that in the movie, cuz I know that doesnt happen in the books, instead they get them from the barrow whighs
Jameson Grilley this guy made it up?
The blades were made in Arnor for the wars against the Witch King.
Dritan Bakiaj No, in the movies if you look at the swords they each have then this guy is clearly right but in the books hey were enchanted swords they found in the narrows when they were rescued by Tom Bombadil.
Possibly, but only in the movies. In the books they steal it from the haunted tomb of the Prince of Cardolan in the Barrow Downs
3:06 - just can't get over that shot and music of these manly men going to f**k sh*t up!!!!
Gahhhh! Love this movie!
@ 0:18 "So we'll put the gazebo over there..."
Thanks for this! Made my day.
But sire, the jacoozi needs to be closer to the building....
2:14
" I wish i could muster a legion of dwarves. Fully armed and *FILTHEH* "
2:21: subtle nod to Sauron's off screen assault on Erebor
0:13 did he just smack that Rohirrim's shield?
I think he did lol
@@benjaminlowe5057He just ran 100 meters, wich included a long set of stairs.
I 100% understand the Shield smack as I "I DID It🥵"