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The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power S2

The much-anticipated return of the most expensive series ever produced will require a refresher before you jump in, but the second season of Amazon’s epic Tolkien prequel has earned more praise than the first from several top TV critics. Expect more intensity, an even more sprawling cast of characters, a deeper probe into the mad villain Sauron’s deceit, and a monumental crescendo.  If you’re new to this world, or starting with Season 1, The Conversation‘s guide can help explain where it all fits into the Tolkienverse.  And as for the bigger questions, IndieWire‘s Ben Travers captures it best: “It’s about the hierarchy of evil and how one level can feed the other. It’s about finding forgiveness where you can, and not where you can’t. It’s about deciding to do what’s right, over and over, and all the unexpected obstacles that can complicate a choice that should come as naturally to everyone as picking out a donut.”  Read his full take.

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