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Serkis Defends Tolkien’s World | Wilmington News
Andy Serkis, famed for voicing Gollum and directing “The Hunt for Gollum,” is sparking debate by arguing that diversity in “Lord of the Rings” should serve the story—not just tick boxes. He defends Tolkien’s Norse-inspired world as inherently White, like the Shire, while acknowledging past criticism of the franchise’s lack of diversity. Serkis, who once praised “Black Panther” for its minority-heavy cast, insists authenticity matters more than optics. Meanwhile, Amazon’s “The Rings of Power” faced backlash for its diverse casting, even drawing criticism from Elon Musk. Set for December 2027…
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