Anything ?

Nothing

What is going on ?

That black rider was looking for something. Or someone. Frodo ?

Get down!

I have to leave the Shire. (he looks at Merry) Sam and I must get to Bree

Right. Bucklebury Ferry. Follow me.

Run!

Frodo, this way. Follow me

Frodo!

Follow me. Run!

Get the rope Sam

Frodo!

Run Frodo!

No!

Frodo! Come on!

Frodo!

Come on faster!

How far to the nearest crossing?

The Brandywine Bridge, twenty miles.

What do you want ?

We're heading for the Prancing Pony.

Hobbits! Four hobbits! What's more out of The Shire by your talk! What business brings you to Bree?

We wish to at the Inn. Our business is our own.

Alright young sir, I meant no offence. My job to ask questions after nightfall. There's talk of strange folk abroad. Can't be too careful.

Out of the way! Watch where you're walking!

Excuse me?

Good Evening little masters. What can I do for you ? If you're looking for accomodation, we've got some nice, cosy hobbit sized rooms available. Always proud to cater to the little folk, Mr err... ?

Underhill, my name's Underhill

Underhill. yes..

We're friends of Gandalf the Grey. Can you tell him we've arrived?

Gandalf? Gandalf? Oh yes! I remember! Elderly chap! Big grey beard, pointy hat. Not seen him for six months.

What do we do now?

Sam. He'll be here. He'll come.

What's that?

This my friend, is a pint!

It comes in pints?

hmmmhmmm

I'm getting one!

You've had a whole half already!

That fellow's done nothing but stare at you since we arrived!

Excuse me. That man in the corner. Who is he ?

He's one of them rangers. They're dangerous folk they are. Wandering the wilds. What his right name is, I've never heard, but round here, he's known as Strider.

Strider.

Baggins.... Baggins.... Baggins ....Baggins! Baggins!

Baggins? Sure I know a Baggins! He's over there. Frodo Baggins! He's my second cousin once removed on his mother's side and my third cousin twice removed on his father's side, if you follow me.

Pippin!

Steady on!

Oh!

You cannot hide! I see you! There is no life in the void. Only death!

You draw far too much attention to yourself Mr. Underhill!

What do you want ?

A little more caution from you! That is no trinket you carry!

I carry nothing

Indeed. I can avoid being seen if I wish. But to disappear entirely ... that is a rare gift!

Who are you?

Are you frightened?

Yes.

Not nearly frightened enough. I know what hunts you.

Let him go! Or I'll have you Longshanks!

You have a stout heart little hobbit! But that will not save you. You can no longer wait for the wizard Frodo. They're coming.

What are they ?

They were once men. Great Kings of Men. The Sauron the Deciever gave to them nine rings of power. Blinded by their greed they took them without question. One by one falling into darkness. Now they are slaves to his will. They are the Nazgûl. Ringwraiths. Neither living nor dead. At all times they feel the presence of the Ring.

Drawn to the power of the One (yet another stands at the top of a hill) They will never stop hunting you.

Where are you taking us ?

Into the wild

How do we know this Strider is a friend of Gandalf ?

I think a servant of the enemy would look fairer, but feel fouler.

He's foul enough.

We have no choice but to trust him

But where is he leading us?

To Rivendell Master Gamgee. To the House of Elrond.

D'you hear that! Rivendell! We're going to see the elves!

Gentlemen! We do not stop 'til nightfall

What about breakfast ?

You've already had it

We've had one yes. What about second breakfast?

Don't think he knows about second breakfast Pippin.

What about elvenses? Luncheon, Afternoon Tea, Dinner? Supper! He knows about them, doesn't he?

I wouldn't count on it

Pippin!

What are they eating when they can't get hobbit ?

Tinúviel elvanui,

Elleth alfirin ethelhael

O hon ring finnil fuinui

A renc gelebrin thiliol.

Who is she? This woman you sing of?

Tis the Lady of Lúthien. The Elf Maiden who gave her love to Beren ... a mortal

What happened to her?

She died. Get some sleep Frodo

The power of Isengard is at your command

Sauron. Lord of the Earth

Build me an army worthy of Mordor

What orders from Mordor my Lord? What does the Eye command?

We have work to do

The trees are strong my Lord. The roots go deep

Rip them all down

This was the great watch tower of Amon Sûl. We shall rest here tonight.

These are for you. Keep them close, I'm going to have a look round. Stay here.

My tomato's burst!

Can I have some bacon?

OK. Want a tomato Sam?

What are you doing?

Tomatoes, sausages, nice crispy bacon.

Saved some for you Mr Frodo.

Put it out you fools! Put it out!

Well that's nice! That's nice! Ash on my tomatoes!

Go!

Back, you Devils!

Frodo!

Oh Sam!

Strider! Help him Strider!

He's been stabbed by a Morgul blade.

This is beyond my skill to heal. He needs elvish medicine.

Hurry!

It's six days from Rivendell! He'll never make it!

Frodo! Frodo!

GANDALF!

Gwaihir, go! Gwaihir!

Look Frodo. It's Mr Bilbo's trolls. He's going cold!

Is he going to die ?

He's passing into the Shadow world. He'll soon become a wraith like them.

They're close!

Sam! Do you know the Athelas plant?

Athelas?

Kingsfoil

Kingsfoil, aye, its a weed!

It may help to slow the poison. Hurry!

What's this? A ranger caught off his guard?

Telin le thaed. Lasto beth nin. Tolo dan na galad.

Who is she?

Frodo

She's an elf!

He's fading.

He's not going to last. We must get him to my father.

I've been looking for you for two days. There are five wraiths behind you, where the other four are I do not know.

Dartho guin perian. Rych le ad tolthathon.

Hon mabathon. Rochon ellint im.

Andelu i ven.

What are they saying?

Frodo fîr. Ae athradon i hir, tur gwaith nin beriatha hon. I do not fear them.

Be iest lîn.

Ride hard. Don't look back

Noro lim, Asfaloth, noro lim!

What're you doing ? Those wraiths are still out there!

Noro lim Asfaloth!

Give up the halfling She-elf.

If you want him. Come and claim him

Nin o Chithaeglir, lasto beth daer,

Rimmo nin Bruinen, dan in Ulair!

Nin o Chithaeglir, lasto beth daer,

Rimmo nin Bruinen, dan in Ulair!

No! Frodo! No! Frodo don't give in, not now.

What grace has given me, let it pass to him. Let him be spared. Save him.

Where am I ?

You are in the House of Elrond and it is ten o'clock in the morning on October the 24th, if you want to know.

Gandalf!

Yes, I am here, and you're lucky to be here too. A few more hours and you would have been beyond our aid, but you have some strength in you my dear hobbit.

What happened Gandalf?

Why didn't you meet us ?

Oh, I'm sorry Frodo. I was delayed.

The friendship of Sauron is not lightly thrown aside

One ill turn deserves another. It is over.

Embrace the power of the Ring, or embrace your own destruction.

There is only one Lord of the Ring. Only one who can bend it to his will, and he does not share power.

So you have chosen death.