The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey -

: The journey covers the first third of the book, including the encounter with the Trolls , the escape from the Goblin King’s tunnels, and the pivotal riddles-in-the-dark game with Gollum, where Bilbo acquires the One Ring. 2. Core Thematic Pillars

To get you started on a "solid paper," I’ve broken down into its core components—plot, themes, and critical analysis—based on its adaptation from J.R.R. Tolkien's 1937 novel . 1. Plot Overview: The Quest Begins The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey

Your paper could focus on how the film explores the following themes: Go to product viewer dialog for this item. The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey [DVD + UV Copy] : The journey covers the first third of

: Bilbo Baggins ( Martin Freeman ), a comfort-loving Hobbit, is recruited by the wizard Gandalf the Grey ( Ian McKellen ) to join a company of 13 Dwarves. Tolkien's 1937 novel

: Led by Thorin Oakenshield (Richard Armitage), the company seeks to reclaim their ancestral home, the kingdom of Erebor , from the dragon Smaug.