: While a financial success upon its 1978 release, the film received mixed reviews for its incomplete story and "bumbling" portrayal of characters like Samwise Gamgee .
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: Currently, the film is not widely available on major subscription streaming platforms but can be found on Amazon Prime Video or purchased through physical retailers like Blu-ray.com. : While a financial success upon its 1978
: Ralph Bakshi aimed to bring J.R.R. Tolkien’s Middle-earth to life decades before Peter Jackson’s live-action trilogy. : Ralph Bakshi aimed to bring J
: The film is famous for its heavy use of rotoscoping , a process where animators trace over live-action footage to create realistic movement. While it allowed for realistic motion, critics often noted a "clash" between rotoscoped characters and traditional hand-drawn backgrounds.