J C

Just watched the first episode and was very happy and eager to watch episode 2. Galadriel, Arondir, Elrod and Nori are excellent in their roles in this exciting and captivating prelude to the middle earth saga, all taken from Tolkien's notes!, may we have ten seasons! The Silmarillion, the Children of Hurin and The Book of lost tales are eagerly awaiting their screen debut. Amazon has show with the Rings of Power that they are up to par with the task of taking the helm to bring these last 3 books and a new re-make of The Hobbit, while maintaining faithfully to the novels. Having these last great additions to the Tolkien collection and florescent narrative of the middle earth history, find it's way into a series such as this would be very fitting because it would allow the full story to be told in all its glory. The middle earth saga has never found its equal and remains Lord of the greatest fantasy ever written! As to the question of diversity, some explanation as to why they are there can be given. It is clear that the races would keep to their own during those times but for circumstances that called for the presence of a few delegates or representatives of different lands. However besides these specific or sometimes remarkable reasons why certain members of foreign visitors would be so far from their lands, their presence is most welcomed. If one takes Rome for example, the city had an influx of peoples from every corner of the world as it was a central governance during those times. Simarly middle earth would have people from all over the lands in certain locations for specic reason., traders, explorers, teachers, military regimen etc. I find it beautiful and grand that members of every race will be included, well done. The cinematography, sound, lighting, costumes, sets, architecture, history, musical score, CGI and monster creations etc. everything is beautifully handled with attention to detail and expertly done thank you Amazon!