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The Controversy Surrounding The Lord of the Rings: Rings of Power: A Deep Dive into Canon, Modernity, and Fan Rift
The release and ongoing promotion of Amazon's The Lord of the Rings: Rings of Power have sparked an intense debate within fantasy fandoms and pop culture circles. Despite high anticipation, the series has faced criticism for diverging significantly from J.R.R. Tolkien's original lore and for what many perceive as a disingenuous relationship with the source material.