Composer

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Howard Shore

Genre

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Film

Compose Date

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2012

Average_duration

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01:38:06

"The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey" is a fantasy adventure film directed by Peter Jackson and released in 2012. The film is the first installment in the three-part film adaptation of J.R.R. Tolkien's novel "The Hobbit." The soundtrack for the film was composed by Howard Shore, who also composed the music for "The Lord of the Rings" trilogy. The film premiered on November 28, 2012, in Wellington, New Zealand, and was released worldwide on December 14, 2012. The film is divided into three movements, each with its own distinct musical themes and motifs. The first movement, "My Dear Frodo," introduces the main theme of the film, which is a variation of the "Shire" theme from "The Lord of the Rings" trilogy. This theme is used throughout the film to represent the hobbits and their journey. The movement also features a new theme for the dwarves, which is a more robust and adventurous theme than the hobbit theme. The second movement, "Old Friends," features a new theme for the wizard Gandalf, which is a more mysterious and ominous theme than his theme from "The Lord of the Rings" trilogy. This movement also introduces a new theme for the villainous orc Azog, which is a menacing and aggressive theme. The third movement, "An Unexpected Party," features a lively and playful theme for the dwarves as they celebrate their journey with Bilbo Baggins. This movement also features a new theme for the character of Radagast the Brown, which is a whimsical and mystical theme. Overall, the soundtrack for "The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey" is a masterful composition by Howard Shore that captures the spirit of J.R.R. Tolkien's world. The use of familiar themes from "The Lord of the Rings" trilogy, as well as new themes for the characters and locations in "The Hobbit," creates a cohesive and immersive musical experience for the audience.

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