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The Tolkien Fanbase's Anger and Amazon’s Response
The hostility isn’t limited to comments on YouTube; it has spilled over into social media and forums. Some fans have accused the series’ creators of disrespecting Tolkien’s legacy, with claims that the showrunners treat Tolkien's work dismissively—yet Amazon's team has reportedly attacked Tolkien fans, branding them as antagonistic or “evil” in response to the backlash.
This defensive stance has only intensified the backlash, leading many to accuse the show of cultural insensitivity and misrepresentation.