J.R.R. Tolkien's family doesn't support the upcoming biopic about the 'Lord of the Rings' author
The family of J.R.R. Tolkien has issued a statement against an upcoming film about the author of the popular"The Lord of the Rings" trilogy and"The Hobbit."
The Fox Searchlight film"Tolkien," which sparked the response, is set for release next month."The family and the Estate wish to make clear that they did not approve of, authorize or participate in the making of this film," read the statement obtained by CNN."They do not endorse it or its content in any way."The Tolkien Estate did specify any specific objections to the film.
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