Index Of The Hobbit An Unexpected Journey -

A simple gold band forged by the Dark Lord Sauron; possesses the power to grant invisibility while corrupting the mind of its bearer.

The flashbacks to Erebor and the fall of Dale are shot with a luminous, golden hue that slowly rots into the blue-grey of dragon fire. Here, the film establishes its central conflict: the corruption of the Golden Index. The Arkenstone, the "Heart of the Mountain," is the ultimate symbol of this. It is not merely

Radagast's home forest, slowly turning into Mirkwood. Rhosgobel: Radagast's cottage filled with woodland animals. Elven & Dwarven Realms

Trapped in a storm of Stone-giants and captured by Goblins.

Aidan Turner — Young archer, brother to Fíli, nephew to Thorin. index of the hobbit an unexpected journey

The cold, isolationist King of the Woodland Realm; seen in flashbacks refusing to risk Elven lives to help the Dwarves during Smaug's attack. Antagonists and Dark Creatures

The wretched, Ring-corrupted cave dweller.

Howard Shore (incorporating the iconic "Misty Mountains" theme performed by the cast). Director of Photography: Andrew Lesnie Production Designer: Dan Hennah

The film introduces a massive ensemble cast, primarily comprised of Thorin Oakenshield’s company of Dwarves. The Bagginses and Wizards A simple gold band forged by the Dark

Fran Walsh, Philippa Boyens, Peter Jackson, Guillermo del Toro Source Material: The Hobbit by J.R.R. Tolkien (1937) Theatrical Release Date: December 14, 2012 (USA/Canada)

Barry Humphries — Ruler of the Goblin-town underground kingdom.

The Lady of Lothlórien who offers spiritual guidance to Gandalf.

Bofur's brother, an immensely large Dwarf with a massive appetite and surprisingly agile combat skills. The Arkenstone, the "Heart of the Mountain," is

The titular protagonist; a comfortable, respectable Hobbit swept into a dangerous adventure.

Dean O'Gorman — Young warrior, brother to Kíli, nephew to Thorin. Bofur: James Nesbitt — Whimsical, hat-wearing miner.

The hard-of-hearing healer and apothecary.