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This ongoing divergence has fueled a significant backlash among Tolkien purists and casual viewers alike. Critics argue that the series deliberately ignores canonical details, choosing instead to craft a narrative more aligned with modern social values and storytelling tropes, rather than Tolkien’s original work.
Supporters of Tolkien’s original lore are frustrated, viewing the series as a betrayal of the source material—a commercialization of Tolkien's universe that prioritizes diversity and modern themes over fidelity and storytelling integrity.