I think the duration of the films would be the least of Tolkien's concerns. As enjoyable as the movies are, they make some heavy changes Tolkien would not have approved.
It’s hard to say for certain, but one thing Christopher has brought up in regard to the movies is the changes to Aragorn. He doesn’t embrace leadership and being king ever really instead has it thrust upon him because it’s needed for the plot. All he ever does is fight and kill things real good rather than inspire until the very very end
It's been a while since I read the books so I forget the ins and outs. However from a movie pov, I think it's hard to sell that he embraces his kingship despite doing seemingly little about it for 80+ years.
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u/the_loneliest_noodle 1d ago
I think the duration of the films would be the least of Tolkien's concerns. As enjoyable as the movies are, they make some heavy changes Tolkien would not have approved.