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Return to Middle Earth
The author reflects on their recent trip to New Zealand’s North Island, exploring filming locations for the Lord of the Rings and Hobbit films, including Hobbiton and Mount Ngauruhoe. They highlight the beauty and magic of these sites and detail their experiences, including a birthday celebration at Hobbiton’s Shires Rest Cafe.
IF ALL THE WORLD’S A STAGE PART 3
New Zealand’s natural beauty has attracted numerous filmmakers, making it a popular destination for filming. From rural towns in Maine to barren fantasy landscapes, locations like Puhoi, Tongariro National Park, and Queenstown have served as backdrops for various movies. Notable films shot in New Zealand include “Willow,” “X-Men Origins: Wolverine,” “Alien: Covenant,” “Mission Impossible: Fallout,” and “Pete’s Dragon.” The country’s enchanting scenery has also captivated viewers in movies like “The Chronicles of Narnia” and “The Navigator: A Medieval Odyssey.”