The Weight of the Ring
from The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring
Written by Fran Walsh, Philippa Boyens, Peter Jackson
Bilbo Baggins prepares to leave the Shire but finds himself dangerously attached to a mysterious gold ring. Gandalf must use his imposing presence to convince his old friend to relinquish the object before its influence consumes him.
GANDALF: I suppose you think that was terribly clever?
BILBO: Come on, Gandalf. Did you see their faces?
GANDALF: There are many magic rings in this world, Bilbo Baggins, and none of them should be used lightly.
BILBO: It was just a bit of fun. Oh, you’re probably right, as usual. You will keep an e
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