LOTR The Fellowship of the Ring - Extended Edition - Gandalf speaks to Frodo in Moria

[@janeyrevanescence12]

"So do all who live to see such times but that is not for them to decide. All we have to decide is what to do with the time that is given to us." Words to live by.

[@hiram-2211]

me too my friends :)

[@jakubfranek9995]

This is played (spoken) by sir Ian McKelen in such comforting and soothing way, just perfect. Putting all troubles aside.

[@zachariah971]

I think it means more in context.

[@ajfournier5331]

Pedro Reinaldo indeed, this scenes great, but I like how in the book Gandalf tells Frodo that Bilbo was meant to find it and not sauron

[@90CJk]

AJ Fournier Only part I disagree with Gandalf's statement is that it's not for them to decide. Of course it's for them to decide to not wish burden on one's life. Like Fordo's burden to find the ring and be a ring-bearer. A more profound way of that part of the statement would be more along these lines. "To wish away such a burden isn't a courageous way of spending the burden. To decide the burden away isn't a courageous way either. Only those that take the burden even if it's against their will for the betterment of the world, such have the right to decide such burdens." The rest of his statement I agree with completely.

[@thricegreatart]

This is Gandalf's best scene in the trilogy, and really shows what makes him different from Saruman. It's not about knowledge, it's about wisdom and compassion, even for people enslaved to evil.

[@volgg]

preach

[@zandosdwarf-king]

but if bilbo would've killed gollum sauron wouldnt know where the ring is and it would give them time and safer travels. it would delay, or even prevent sarumans betrayal.

[@PrimusGladius]

@@zandosdwarf-king Sauron had already begun corrupting Saruman with the Palantir before either Sauron (from Gollum) or Saruman (from Gandalf) learned of the Ring's location. And if Gollum was slain, Frodo would have kept the Ring and left Sam and Mount Doom with it. At which point he would have been seized by the Nazgul, slain or made a slave, and Sauron would have his full power back.

[@jeanluc6150]

@@PrimusGladius Yep, Gollum was meant to defeat Frodo in the end, saving the Middle-earth from damnation

[@andrewmckeown6786]

Gotta say... "DO NOT OFFER ME THAT RING, FRODO!" ....Pretty powerful too...

[@tanja0599]

''Many that live deserve death. And some that die deserve life. Can you give it to them? Then do not be too eager to deal out death in judgement. For even the very wise cannot see all ends.” Best quote of the Lord of The Rings Trilogy. Tremendous truth.

[@ithayarajaugustine5989]

tanja0599 what does he mean by can you give it to them?

[@richardgere4713]

Ithayaraj Augustine. He means that we should be certain before we deal out death, because if we do so and we are wrong, then we've made a terrible mistake that we cannot correct later.

[@LPlFan81]

​@@ithayarajaugustine5989 You can't give people back their life. It is easy to kill people, but impossible to resurrect them. You shouldn't be eager to deal out death.

[@aresyen5620]

I remember when i was an angry young man wishing death of people i blamed for my misery and society misery and the hardships i have to endure, the society i live in and disagreements and conflict i feel in my day to day life, this quote indeed remind me that why one should not turn to cruelty and vengeance, we can only do what we have and our actions should be always aimed to elevate the human condition.

[@BlackDiamond2718]

Ithayaraj Augustine he is no god, he cant give life to those that are dead. But you can give life instead of killing them.

[@NorrisTheSpider]

Reading about all that Tolkien did and saw in his lifetime, you can really tell that Gandalf was written by a man who lived to see some of humanity's darkest times, but never lost sight of the compassion and kindness at the root of all good people.

[@brandnew4451]

His did fight in the trenches of WW1, similar to CS Lewis, his fellow Inkling

[@Catholic-Redpilled-Spaniard]

He was a devout Roman Catholic.

[@kuroshthegreat8073]

@@Catholic-Redpilled-Spaniard then his experiences in the war would only have reinforced his religious beliefs.

[@Catholic-Redpilled-Spaniard]

@@kuroshthegreat8073 Indeed.

[@not_satou1]

@@Catholic-Redpilled-Spaniard That's why his whole work is impressive. Such a beutiful writing only could come from a righteous man. Modern art can just dream with reaching the past.

[@Sec0ndus]

I can safely say the story of Lord Of The Rings is one of the most important things in my life, and will be forever.

[@sair9ason9a]

Same

[@SugaryPhoenixxx]

Yes me too. There are so many powerful life lessons taught in LOTR its something that I can't wait to share with my future children.

[@RandomVideos-mg7dd]

Same

[@just_cade]

Same, greatest fantasy universe of all time.

[@nathancruz9172]

SugaryPhoenixxx me too.

[@molonlabe4745]

"True courage is knowing not how to take a life, but when to spare it." - Gandalf

[@Mrkti]

Evan Demas "my ass is itching" -Jeremy

[@kyleedwards6026]

Change "how" to "when" and change "it" to "one"

[@Taverens_Pull]

"Oh! It's that way."

[@angellexington280]

Evan Demas i bet that they regretted that bullshit in part 3 lmao when he got his finger crunched off! Lmao 💍☝️😂

[@Intrepid_Crusader1096]

@@angellexington280 It was necessary for Frodo too lose his finger in order for the ring to be destroyed.

[@wt8012]

"It's Gollum. He's been following us for three days." Love how Gandalf doesn't even have to look down into the chasm to see who Frodo is referring to and that he's talking so casually like he considers Gollum following them to be of very little importance, like he was expecting it to happen.

[@ricardotolbert1797]

He said the pitty of bilbo may rule the fate of many...he was reffering to Gollum.

[@andrewburgemeister6684]

@Merciless Freak I always feel sad for Gollum as well, I was discussing his arc with one of my friends who loves LOTR and we both though that while he shows parts of the old Sméagol he once was, the Ring has turned him into a feral, mindless animal torturing his mind and body. His death with the ring in the Crack of Doom brought about the end of Sauron’s terror and released him from the destructive power of the Ring, if the Ring had been destroyed with him still alive, he wouldn’t have had the will to live and would have died miserably having the only thing that kept him going destroyed. Gandalf was right to say he had a part to play and it turned out to be for best for Middle Earth and himself.

[@SouthLondonForever]

@@andrewburgemeister6684 There is one part in the books where Smeagol is so close to coming back to his original self. But then Sam is mean to him (unbeknownst) and the chance is lost

[@No-Name0087]

Gandalf knew he wouldn't try to attack frodo with so many armed guards nearby, thus insuring frodo's safety.

[@bigddannyflynn-filmmaker5694]

@@SouthLondonForever and also the fact that gollum had already been captured and mistreated by Aragorn & elves of mirkwood (so maybe even Legolas) who of course were guarding Frodo

[@KS-xk2so]

I love the foresight Tolkien builds into his work here. Bilbo was kind, and felt pity and mercy for the wretch that Gollum was, so he spared him. In the end, at the cracks of Mount Doom, NO ONE could resist the Rings lure and destroy it willingly, but Gollum fights for and removes it by force from Frodo, and in his joyous dancing, trips and falls into the fire. So, in the end, the answer to the question of "What ended the War of the RIng, and the unspeakable evil reign of Sauron?" is a simple hobbit's kindness and mercy.

[@RtB68]

...and bad dancing. That's how we know Smeagol was originally a white guy.

[@stevem2323]

@@RtB68 That's a good one 😁.

[@theMad_Artist]

....and also the corruption of the Ring itself! The ring only knew selfishness and greed, not compassion and love, and that was its very undoing. It attracted Gollum so much that he died reveling in his greed for it. Incredibly poetic

[@MikkelMadsen]

Yes; the smallest deed, done by one of the most humble of beings in ME. From a man, who had seen tyrants, dictators and democrats alike go to war twice in his lifetime, those are strong and also touching words.

[@doneuplikeakipper6512]

No, the answer is divine providence. Gandalf just said so right there at the end of the video.

[@tonypap1]

Pure Tolkien beauty delivered impeccably by Sir Ian McKellan

[@johnstriker480]

I am the 800th to LIKE your comment ;-)

[@shortallliam3142]

Nobody else could have delivered it SO well, isn't it amazing to think that A. He was neither the first choice for the role (the late and great Sean connery was, but he read the script and turned it down) and B. Even then, his prior committments almost prevented him from taking the role, but for Peter Jackson being so flexible time-wise it would not have happened... Thank God that things transpired as they did, don't you think???

[@ScoopMeisterGeneral]

​@@shortallliam3142A world in which Ian McKellen never played Gandalf is not a world that I want to live in.

[@shortallliam3142]

@@ScoopMeisterGeneral Amen to that, ScoopMeisterGeneral!

[@thefremddingeguy6058]

Truly the best dialogue of all time. When Pippin says "I'm hungry" that really hits deep

[@pedrocampos1787]

Cool?

[@thebigchap101]

Yeah. Same with, “Man flesh!”. Really hits close to home

[@aadityakumar4072]

Lmao

[@bbkg1979]

I needed this, thank you.

[@candikane9271]

Pahahahhaha

[@123xmash]

This is maybe the best dialog of all time in movie's history.

[@wedgewoodproductions7383]

+123xmash "Merry." "What?" "I'm hungry."

[@123xmash]

+Wedgewood Productions No. Not that... :)

[@watch_and_see3349]

also the speech from the movie the dictator

[@MrKalasznikov]

The speech is a monolog :P

[@kwanaroyal2864]

123xmash

[@Bee-h7c9l]

This scene saved my life.

[@filsdulogos1723]

Please tell us how

[@Unclebarry94]

❤️ Have a happy life my friend

[@lukereilly9844]

It's genuinely fantastic wisdom. I agree

[@demgphix]

I understand that

[@MrFlutterbitch]

I'm glad you're still here, even though I may not know you. Stay strong, and I hope you live a good life.

[@christiansherrard885]

“All we have to do decide is what to do with the time that is given to us” Makes me cry every single time because it rings so true

[@mseabs741]

It does to me as well.

[@FractLLL]

**rings** so true. Amazing.

[@dreal500]

Me too.

[@HuggiMa]

I cry baby tears the moment the music changes to the Shire theme right when Frodo says "I wish the ring had never come to me" and Grandpa Gandalf responds with calm and loving wisdom. Don't we all want a grandpa like Gandalf to make us feel the world is a safe, good place?

[@briang.2218]

What I find most heartening is that Gandalf doesn't seem to assure that the world is a safe place, but instead that we may yet develop the strength necessary to endure its sufferings.

[@Mehdz03]

Gandalf is the grandfather I never had.

[@milantancik]

And the way it changes back to the Fellowship theme near the end as Gandalf reassures Frodo of his purpose. The music in this trilogy is just out of this world.

[@markjosephbacho5652]

True indeed

[@PedroCampos-r1j]

Sooooooooooooooooong sooonng.

[@Hatemoth]

“There are other forces at work in this world besides the will of evil” - it you ever feel everything is against you

[@Martian_Manhunter_01]

I needed this today, thank you.

[@anunc8797]

Always makes me feel hopeful as well

[@ricardotolbert1797]

He definitely was hinting at Eru Illuvatar the god of all

[@joeysingingchannel]

We all get wrapped up in our own narratives and bombarded by the worst news the day has to offer. It's important to note that life is full of small, quiet, noble creatures going about their days doing good as well.

[@bbslabaugh]

​@@joeysingingchannelthere is some Good in This World. What a message from a truly great Fantasy Movie released in 2001. Very Sad that Hollywood wouldn't make a Movie like this now. Hollywood is a Radical Woke Crap Show now.

[@ltjerryl]

Pippin:Merry Merry:What Pippin:I'm Hungry :(

[@wedgewoodproductions7383]

+Shad0wReaper1 Something about it being delivered dryly over a stagnant wide shot of a dower group of people just makes it infinitely funnier if they played it up or shot it more bouncy like a comedy.

[@pffffff23]

Even elven bread doesn't help hobbits

[@BlackDiamond2718]

Gotta have that second breakfast

[@DerMeister821]

Ash on my potatoes!

[@AndrewMRoots]

@@pffffff23 They've not yet got the Elven bread

[@michaelrussell7806]

"Even the very wise cannot see all ends." Considering the fact Gandalf knows the gods themselves, this was a powerful statement.

[@siriusczech]

God of Middle Earth (and whole Arda) is similar to our God. He stands above time, so he can FF/Rewind anything that happens/ed, but it is still ultimately our decisions, because we have been given free will (to act good or bad, selfish or kind, ...) and He just nudges us to do good - same as Bilbo felt the pity and didn´t kill Gollum (even if that might seem as justice). Stories like this and other things nudges us to act good, do not judge too hard and too early etc. And yes, even in our world we have also opposing powers. And ultimately whose teachings and "nudges" you follow, he is the one having you/being with you in the end. Easy story.

[@Alejojojo6]

He's a minor god himself, the maia Olórin trapped in flesh (to guide humanity and in case of corruption, not being able to become a second Sauron).

[@ThwipThwipBoom]

He's a literal angel sent by God with the other 4 angels to protect and guide the races of Middle Earth.

[@mechadoggy]

@@Alejojojo6Neither the Valar nor Maiar are gods

[@Alejojojo6]

@@mechadoggy They are god-like. Tecnically the Vlar and Maiar are High and low spirits that come from the supreme GOD in capitals: Eru-Iluvatar.

[@someone-up3xk]

i love that throughout the movie they barely if ever say “this person found the ring” or “they lost the ring” it’s always “the ring found/abandoned them” it really emphasizes the power of the ring

[@mrj.kottari8453]

In the book it's very precisely explained how One Ring can example change it's size to drop off a finger of host who's actions aren't helping in the ring's journey back to Sauron. That's what happened with The One Ring and Gollum back when he was stuck in the cave system under Misty Mountains. Ring wasn't getting anywhere, Gollum had hid there for decades so it dropped off Gollum's finger for some orc to find. Instead of an orc it was Bilbo who laid his hand on the ring. That's the reason why Frodo keeps the ring in a chain, so it cannot slip off and vanish.

[@andrewburgemeister6684]

@@mrj.kottari8453 that’s what happened with Ilsildur as well when he tried fleeing the orc ambush, it slipped off his finger resulting him getting caught and killed and it laying at the bottom of the river until discovered a good millenia/two millenia later by Deagol, whom Sméagol murdered in his lust for the Ring.

[@andrewburgemeister6684]

I also like as well the characterisation of Gollum and his relationship with the Ring brought by it’s destructive powers. “He hates, and loves the Ring, just as he hates and loves himself.”

[@hitrapperandartistdababy]

“The pity of Bilbo, may rule the fate of many” Now thats some foreshadowing. And its a great one too. Without Sméagol the ring would have gone to Sauron. If he didnt prevent Frodo from escaping all would have been lost

[@marshallbartley176]

This scene is actually better than the book version, IMO. In the book, Frodo and Gandalf have this conversation near the beginning, when Gandalf tells Frodo about the ring. In the movie, it feels more earned because of how much they have already had to suffer and go through before this scene.

[@aesir1ases64]

thats a good example of small changes that enhanced the story

[@freedom_rock18]

@@aesir1ases64 me too about to be on chapter 3

[@jkdbuck7670]

This scene is what makes Frodo's reaction to Gandalf's death so haunting. That look FRODO gives them is gut wrenching.

[@nathancruz9172]

That’s the difference between the novel and the movie.

[@shortallliam3142]

True; well said, my friend.

[@EgalmothOfGondolin01]

"Even the very wise cannot see all ends"

[@BlackSailPass_GuitarCovers]

"Merry - (what?) - I'm hungry."

[@randalejetmagalit1198]

@Edior Mrvn "So do all who live to see such times, but that is not for them to decide. All we have to decide is what to do with the time that's given to us"

[@daniellavaladez9538]

I always saw Gandalf as a grandfather figure to Frodo.

[@gcHK47]

Ian McKellen believed that Gandalf was a surrogate father to Frodo.

[@barad-durpalantir1595]

I always saw Gandalf as an angel

[@bradhuygo]

I always saw him as a wizard

[@limaveril7541]

Yes me too.

[@viineyy6940]

Barad-dûr Palantír Right, because the wizards are angels in the lore of lord of the rings ?

[@meat7490]

2:01 Here’s the timestamp if you’re looking for it in times like these

[@jkdbuck7670]

This movie premiered 3 months after 9/11 happened. The world was a mess. And I know I wasn't the only one thinking what Frodo was thinking....that we wished certain things never happened. For me, it was awesome hearing Gandalf say this. It was a time when the real world needed to hear it and it still does.

[@AD-oy8nm]

@@jkdbuck7670 the world remains a mess and even worse than before

[@theycallmebird97]

I disagree; I believe people need to see both sides

[@bobakrabii6220]

Over 20 years later and this scene is still one of the greatest life lesson in cinema history

[@nathancruz9172]

0:50-1:02 indeed.

[@mseabs741]

Indeed.

[@ThwipThwipBoom]

It's my favorite scene in the whole trilogy. I just randomly look it up and watch it sometimes when I'm feeling sad or stressed and it calms and uplifts me every time.

[@shortallliam3142]

Amen to that, my friend!

[@DarkMajava]

I hope this comment would be 20 years old.

[@DavidMcNight]

I had a mental breakdown got divorced. I was heartbroken and completely miserable. It was the lowest point of my life. true, hopeless depression, where I did not want to live anymore. This scene might’ve saved my life. I’m in a much better spot now and I’m starting to be happy again but I still constantly go back to this scene. It’s beautiful. Gandalf gives so much hope here.

[@sladebeefknuckle8615]

This is why Gandalf remains one of my favourite fictional characters. Despite his status as an Istari, he is never above compassion or wisdom for anybody without being condescending or domineering. Powerful, intelligent - certainly not to be trifled with - but it's these quieter moments that really make Gandalf who he is.

[@mikespearwood3914]

Complete opposite of Saruman: a cold, arrogant man.

[@nathancruz9172]

Me too.

[@CorbelanIV]

The way he says "There are other forces at work in this world, Frodo, besides the will of evil." chills my bones and warms my heart in a way I cannot possibly describe accurately with words. It makes me believe in something divine. I know it sounds crazy but yeah...

[@garybrown2039]

Agreed, and tbh your take on his quote definitely applies to Gandalf’s origins

[@DaggerZ555]

Not so crazy my friend

[@vlenzo5397]

Indeed there is something special at the heart of things something that cant be seen only known

[@unicornfyre]

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[@sherry356]

It suggests that God directly intervened (the other force) so that Bilbo would find the One Ring... and that to me really is an encouraging thought!

[@bikramarora1819]

The sound design of this scene is excellent. The way Gandalf's words have a certain echo to them adding gravitas and meaning to what he's saying. Also makes it really feel like they're in a cave-like setting. This trilogy was an absolute achievement in filmmaking.

[@emperorreign6154]

Bilbo's pity Is an amazing and accurate reflection of how our decisions shape our very destinies. And those around us. A split second decision, where Bilbo felt sorry for Gollum, resulted in the death of an evil dark tyrant, saving the lives of thousands, if not millions of people! Every time I see this scene, I always think about what I've done. What I could've done. How different my life would be if I made alternative decisions of a split second. It's frightening to think.

[@Merc_33]

I believe , that all of our decisions in life are a child of free will and predetermined faith. Same goes with Bilbo's scene, where he had the chance to kill Gollum, something happened in him that was beyond his control, like destiny taking control for a split second, making us think that we had control, but it is far more complicated than that. Thats what makes life mystical , and this is why i loved this scene so much. Gandalf was talking about higher powers of good and evil , slightly directing our paths.

[@nathanapplegate5374]

Bilbo's pity was so well captured in The Hobbit An Unexpected Journey.

[@infamouscha]

But Gollum staying alive is what gave Sauron the knowledge to send the Nazgul to the Shire.

[@robbieking4070]

But it was because of Gollum that Froddo and Sam made it through Mordor and ultimately it was because of Gollum that the ring was destroyed otherwise Froddo would have just legged it like Isildur

[@nintendokings]

Just like how you let Vegeta live in the first season!

[@liammccarthy9388]

I know it sounds cheesy but i always come back to this when I'm really stressed out and have a ton of shit to do for school in little time

[@carmencardenas1494]

Same here! Just the boost I needed, 10 plus assignments here I come!

[@alexissey4023]

That’s why I’m here. And for the general comfort and wisdom of that quote, but definitely that.

[@jose6183]

So do I. So do all who live to see such times

[@orianasoler9]

Same here 😅

[@PedroCampos-r1j]

Tilllprehio.

[@alpacachino3647]

Ian McKellen is the perfect fit for Gandalf. I literally can't think of anyone more suited to portray that character. Brilliant.

[@stubbadub69]

Alpaca chino After all these years, I can't think of any actor in this trilogy who would have been better in any of the roles.

[@ricardotolbert1797]

Christopher Lee would be great think. Too bad he was too old to play him smh.

[@godofawesum223]

Just think about this. They originally wanted Shaun Connery to play Gandalph. Hurrah for happy accidents.

[@Intrepid_Crusader1096]

@@godofawesum223 Sean Connery Gandalf: I shenshe that Gollum has shome part to play for good or ill.

[@SugaryPhoenixxx]

Same with pretty much all of the characters. I think this especially of Arwen & Aragorn. Liv Tyler & Viggo Mortenson are 100% on point for their roles. Liv embodies Arwens softness so incredibly well. & Viggo embodies Aragorns altruism like no one else could.

[@jackall-trades6149]

"There are other forces at work in this world, Frodo, besides the will of evil. Bilbo was meant to find the Ring, in which case, you also were meant to have it. And that is an encouraging thought."

[@bensmyth450]

The way the music changes ... so beautiful

[@tomeccles6865]

Frodo: "I wish the ring had never come to me. I wish none of this had happened". Gandalf: "So do all who live too see such times but that is not for them to decide, all we have to decide is what to do with the time that is given to us". I want that on my bedroom wall!

[@elenaanastasopoulou8745]

Yeap! Me too!! ❤️🥺

[@lovesings2us]

@@elenaanastasopoulou8745 Me three!

[@Dana_inc]

Some people are meant to be born into situations they’d rather not be in! What is not meant to be is people with ill intentions come to exploit that burden! It’s not funny to play games! It’s not funny to keep someone in the dark so people of little value can use that against them! I say little value because it is clear that what they taught of themselves if they think it was ok to play with something longstanding and as serious as this! Someone being stripped of their very rights as a human being. 92-2005! They had no rights to pursue me! I think they’re disgusting!

[@eddardstark8673]

This in my opinion is one of the scenes that truly gives perspective on how boundless Gandalf's wisdom was.

[@nathancruz9172]

2:21 it’s still is.

[@monotone53]

"it was pity that stayed Bilbo's hand' this scene came back to me after seeing 'the unexpected journey' where Bilbo spares Gollum

[@nathanapplegate5374]

And also remembering what Gandalf told him about courage

[@alexrance3701]

Nathan Applegate which also explains why in the second movie Bilbo said he found his courage in the goblin caves

[@garyjones2561]

Alex Rance Oh, you're right. I was so caught up in the suspense of him telling about the ring I missed that. Well knock my nerd card down a peg.

[@MrFlamesFan12]

2:02-2:15 some of the most important advice you can hear

[@rachelb1502]

Sounds so cheesy, but these movies and specifically that line has helped get me through the darkest of times

[@aansharmaa]

What does Gandalf say after “so do all...”

[@mrgaudy1954]

Aansh ...who live to see such times but that is not for them to decide

[@aztro4010]

All we have to decide is what to do with time that is given to us

[@mayssm]

This is one of the quotes that sticks with me, always. Despite wars, plagues, etc., we all have to live in the time we are given.

[@jonathans.219]

You can really see JRR Tolkiens personality and faith through this scene. What a great message.

[@vandacarneiro980]

😮😮😮😮😮😮😮

[@ArwenUndomiel406]

Watching this scene always feels like a warm hug. I cannot overstate how amazing it is.

[@frozenlillypad2188]

I hope these words will bring you peace during these difficult times of epidemic.

[@georgechapman9688]

Also Pippins little speech from the 3rd book when asked if there is any hope they can stand against Mordor

[@Nothinghfjrhdhehdhdhehe]

No they don't 😂😂

[@brox6077]

It wasn't even that bad

[@GameDjeenie]

Please stop with that joke of a scaredemic...

[@frozenlillypad2188]

@@GameDjeenie do you not realize this comment was posted 2 years ago?

[@martythetickler]

Further proof that everything in this trilogy, and particularly in this film, is fucking PERFECT. The cast? Perfect. The locations? Perfect. The cinematography? Perfect. The music? PERFECT.

[@bruadarach9758]

Truly the greatest of all time

[@Rounderyathecruel]

I love these films, but they do have flaws. Such as Gandalf saying Sauron has yet to reveal his greatest asset, and then say you’ve met him before. By no means does it ruin anything, but it’s to be noted

[@bretttheroux8040]

the greatest trilogy of all time. Bar none.

[@jannikgotpanick1469]

Almost perfect

[@lawrencedockery9032]

Apart from the fabulous dialogue from Gandalf, the way the music shifts from tense and foreboding into a subdued version of the Shire theme at 1:52 is really what makes the scene so good.

[@damocles8417]

“You also were meant to have it,… and that is an encouraging thought.” Pan over to Frodo who looks terrified. This is exactly like suffering from depression and addiction and listening to someone put their faith in you. You are utterly terrified that you will disappoint them, in fact, you know you will.

[@rabbitcreative]

> you know you will. It ain't what you don't know that gets you into trouble; it's what you know for sure that just ain't so.

[@vandacarneiro980]

😮😮😮😮😮😊😊😊

[@scottmatheson3346]

@@rabbitcreative except it really is so

[@gor9027]

1:16-1:34 The way Ian that McKellen delivers those lines in particular is truly flawless.

[@oscarstainton]

It's a shame he didn't win the "Best Supporting Actor" award at the Oscars. He was the one true winner to me.

[@augistineaquinas3325]

when u see Truth for its every crack, shade, and shine u understand u must do it justice. Ian recognized the wisdom in these words and did his best to do them justice

[@Cowmilker98]

Good old Ian, that McKellen

[@joelwest5541]

In 3 minutes J.R.R Tolkien wrote more wisdom the I have ever possessed.

[@marcusaurelius4777]

It took JRR many hears to acquire this wisdom that he wrote, don't feel bad. He shares this wisdom with us because it is so hard to learn and so easy to forget.

[@theroadrunner6880]

This is the scene that, when I was so lost and afraid with my life, I had a dream of a man walking and the number nine being above his head. I didn't put two and two together, but came across my cousins watching this. I paused and watched it with them, and then heard that line- "all we have to decide is what to do with the time that is given to us" - and it all just really clicked. It's incredible, that I suddenly felt such understanding for life itself from a simple line in a rather old book turned movie. And I think that is the true beauty behind storytelling. That you can touch so many lives with a single stroke of the pen, beautiful really.

[@dominuslimo4147]

All of us: “I wish the coronavirus had never came, I wish none of this had happened.” Gandalf: So do all who live to see such times; but that is not for them to decide. All we have to decide is what to do with the time that is given to us.” Stay safe everyone.

[@Flexie1234]

So many life lessons you can take to heart in this trilogy.. That's one of the reasons it's my all time favorite

[@Dickens58]

I too I am finding comfort in LOTR right now.

[@skunner0955]

Gona watch the trilogy again...

[@t.c2531]

Gandalf: There are other forces at work in this world, besides the will of evil. That guy was meant to eat the bat.

[@dimitrisantoniou2687]

@@Flexie1234 I agree my friend! So much! But i also put SW and Marvel in the same rank! this 3 stories: SW + Marvel + Lotr (In lotr i put Hobbit also)

[@sapiensmasculus9722]

Whenever I feel like life gets difficult, I come back to this scene

[@nilocblue]

Can we just appreciate how amazing Howard Shore's music was for this trilogy, and for this scene specifically. I know he won a few oscars and isn't exactly "unknown", but I still believe he's underrated among the greats. He's right up there with James Horner, John Williams, Hans Zimmer, etc.

[@alexvalin9085]

a simple scene, but everything about it was perfect.

[@davidhutchinson5233]

I remember seeing this right after 9/11. A lot of us were wondering where our country was going to go at the time. It was heartening to hear Gandalf's words. Truly.

[@PutYourQuarterUpGaming]

They’ve stripped you of your rights and turned around and carpet bombed innocent people over it. Consoling in wisdom is one thing, but wish more of you would act on these beliefs too. Only getting worse now, gotta start rowing that ship back to shore and some point or gonna be so far out won’t know where it is anymore.

[@TheJXP5]

Has always been my favorite scene in the whole trilogy. Truly a beautiful piece :)

[@bloodraven9664]

+TheJXP5 yes very nice words of gandalf not every one in this world gets justice even if they deserve it thats why i believe there must be A god im not saying its jezus allah or boedah dont give 2 shits which one but some ppl live and die like the morning mist and some ppl live to see 100 there is no justice in that african child soldiers have no blame in their war their born in agony and chaos cannot blame them for knowing only destruction i cannot believe they die without a future wherever that may be

[@twinkthatloveslotrtrilogy7676]

Mine too,I cried alot during this scene

[@kevinquiroscanales6240]

Nienna taught Gandalf well about compasion and mercy. So much wisdom, so much soul, so much humanity !!

[@anmoses21]

“Many that live deserve death. And some that die deserve life. Can you give it to them? Then do not be too eager to deal out death in judgement.” and " So do all who live to see such times, but that is not for them to decide. All we have to decide is what to do with the time that is given to us" are probably one of the most poignant lines in the trilogy. I first watched this when it came out when I was only 6 and loved it instantly. Watching it now I appreciate it for so much more than the fantasy and magic. Jackson created something superb with Tolkein's equally superb writings.

[@tindomul8977]

Were you only six when you first watched FOTR? Oh... I found it scary at 12 😁

[@SugaryPhoenixxx]

I have watched the trilogy probably 50 times in my life & every single time I watch it, it ages like fine wine. Like you I watched it the first time when I was 8 years old & fell in love with it instantly. Every time I watch it I appreciate it more & more. No modern films I have seen have accomplished that.

[@augistineaquinas3325]

@@tindomul8977 lol i got scared i was 9. the FOTR was scary but the next 2 i was fine with

[@Lilcutiepie95]

I watch this scene any time I need comfort :(

[@sahinturker1197]

Try removing the reversed cross from your picture.

[@johndoe5432]

@@sahinturker1197 Looks like he did. :)

[@deynaundomiel8402]

2:04 and thats was the time when the BEST QUOTE in all the whole story of movies was showed on the cinema

[@abovethuniverse]

oh my gosh so many feels in one scene

[@50shekels]

I come back to this whenever I feel down. Gandalf has saved me from many a day of darkness.

[@jcurysimoes]

How, just HOW did we get from this into “Because the stone sees only downward”?!

[@Palinghufter]

The Rings of Power isn't written by people who care about Tolkien's world.

[@WoodysPickle]

And I'm crying. I met Ian McKellen at SDCC in 2012 and was lucky to get my picture of him

[@Pintoman101]

Nice dude!

[@trh2032]

Super jelly. I was really little when I saw these films and they were such a huge part of my childhood. I've always respected him so much as an actor and person

[@pd5156]

Todays society, was lucky to "get my picture" instead, talk to Him, like He was some kind of rare animal lol.

[@mrhalfwit972]

@@pd5156 I understand what you're saying but also fuck off

[@TheAwesomeDarkNinja]

It really is an optimistic look at the "hope you live in less interesting times" quote. Your life is a gift and you exist in this time only. You have to make the best of it.

[@WafflezDay]

Anyone here in 2020 just reeling at how relevant this quote(s) is?

[@zarlsalamandersspacemarine302]

It's relivent because this is not the first time this has come to pass. In many days and in many ages evil, suffering, corruption and desease has afflicted mankind and so shall it do so again, until the end. But take heart friend for we have survived before and we shall do so again with lessons for those that come after. The wisdom that Tolkien learned in his long life was that no matter the hardship and no matter the darkness that chokes us there is always hope. Even as he fought in the trenches and even as he grew old did Tolkien know this and this is one of the many lessons he passes on. Though we may not see it now there is hope that we will pull through and we will in time, as we have always done.

[@DarkSoraFFno]

It will never not be relevant. This is a "true wisdom", something that is ingrained in the very beings of human. All humans will be eager to deal out death in judgement, and all humans should strive to know better, and to hold their hand.

[@sdb7012]

Gandalf seriously has had some of the greatest dialogue in all these movies. They move me every time 🙂

[@rustyshackle8000]

I've come back to watch this video at least a dozen times these last few years. Sometimes multiple times in a row. Both the conversation about Gollum and the Ring have gotten me through some of the lowest points in my life. Sometimes I really feel like Frodo. Angry, scared, the entire world on my shoulders. And sometimes I just need a wise old wizard to sit down and set me back on the path.

[@joshjames582]

Before he was Gandalf, Olorin learned much of pity and compassion from Nienna. While he learned from several teachers he clearly took to Her lessons the most.

[@Laterose15]

Can we take a moment to appreciate Howard Shore's amazing work on the soundtrack? That soft Shire motif that plays at 2:00 quietly informs us that Frodo is thinking of home right now. It's a perfect way of putting us in his head without anyone needing to spell it out in dialogue.

[@AmaraFerris]

Absolutely.

[@borisdavidov6600]

This movie has so many connections to the real life. That ring represents the money and power and how it drives people mad and lustful and they are never truly happy. And how compassion is a true virtue that should be carried by every individual.

[@garybrown2039]

That as well as the fact that it’s based around the ring of gyges from Plato’s republic. And knowing how well read Tolkien was I’m not surprised he’s using it to represent human temptation,evil, and sin.

[@darkmagician2521]

@@garybrown2039 Actually, it's based off from Nibelung's Ring from Norse Mythology unless it's both.

[@twinkthatloveslotrtrilogy7676]

So true..

[@ziragzugil5953]

Gandalf strikes me as a Stoic sometimes. That last quote he comes with could just as well be a quote from Marcus Aruelius "Meditations" Always loved the character of Mithrandir.

[@kate2create738]

There is something calming about this scene, a reminder of the small things we do can matter, whether it sparing a life, or understanding the choices we make with the options we have. In a world of doubt, both the real world and fantasy, there is something about this scene that gives clarity: reassurance. It is an unrecognizable moment of clarity that helps each person make wise and better decisions, as much as there will be moments of queasiness of the unknown, there is an uplift when reassurance is present.

[@channeldeleted2946]

Well said 👏

[@shortallliam3142]

A short scene, with SO much impact; so much wisdom and compassion. Thanks for uploading!

[@junaidhasan8215]

I've always came back to this quote whenever I'm facing difficult times or past regrets. This helps a lot.

[@nathancruz9172]

1:57 me too.

[@rizzedcrispies]

Gandalf's humanity strikes so much in this scene. He humanizes Gollum, where Frodo dehumanizes him. The beauty of this scene is Gandalf's ability to see things, people as they are: people. Sure, Gollum is evil, but even evil people have a name. It always struck me how he (Gandalf) could see the good in Gollum: however remote it was. Gandalf did well to remind Frodo of not becoming what he despised (Gollum).

[@rabbitcreative]

I appreciate your syntactic clarifications of "he". he (Gandalf) and he (Gollum). I hope that style of syntax catches on culturally.

[@manictiger]

Gollum is conflicted, not evil. True evil is very sure of itself. It doesn't have multiple personalities. It doesn't debate whether someone is a friend and that it should stay its hand. True evil is strategic and focused on pure domination, never interested in friends or harmonizing with anything. If it could put a cage around the planet, it would.

[@RandomVideos-mg7dd]

For me, I think this scene is what really separates my perspective about game of thrones and the lord of the rings. I prefer lotr because it executed Hope so good.

[@spacewiz163]

I agree. Martin displays good and evil but overall Darkness is more prevalent.

[@Konoronn]

Game of Thrones is hopeless and to be honest meaningless.

[@yahyarazi5597]

Got is more rooted in reality. Take a look at how ppl are in today's world. Lotr is what we want the world to be hence ( hope ). I'm a fan of both and honestly can't choose one. They both have their moments.

[@MrPicklerwoof]

GoT is just brutal feudal realism with a fantasy element. It's pretty gruelling stuff; I have to admit I've never once felt like re-reading the books or re-watching the TV series. It just feels like wallowing in the gutter, however well-written and well-made it is. LotR on the other hand is an all-encompassing, eternally relevant storytelling masterclass - in both forms. I've re-read, re-watched them countless times and I'm not even a fantasy nut.

[@matthewarant377]

@@MrPicklerwoof Really interesting perspective. Have to agree.

[@LordVader1094]

Felt like I needed to come back to this, with all that's happening now.

[@TheFlak36]

It brings me tears....

[@toahero5925]

For courage, in the dark times that await us all.

[@ralphghost]

Toa Hero yeah ok that just sends a straight up depressing message. Not a good one.

[@SugaryPhoenixxx]

@@ralphghost Life is suffering, that is the reality of being mortal. We all have to endure the death of our loved ones. & death is not the only thing in our world that brings suffering. What we can do is day by day try to make the world a better, kinder place for all people. We can do that by lending a hand, an ear, or our time. We cannot end all suffering, but we can lesson the load for others through our own actions.

[@ralphghost]

@@SugaryPhoenixxx k

[@timskywalker]

This scene is helping me get through this week.

[@shreyasvr6631]

Sam’s speech and Captain America’s the price of freedom speech is helping me and hopefully it helps you too.

[@williamwallaceoftheus8033]

Grow up

[@timskywalker]

@@williamwallaceoftheus8033 I am

[@shreyasvr6631]

@@williamwallaceoftheus8033 how about you kiss my ass

[@nebraskafootball372]

This clip got me through the stress of my MCAT. I will always be thankful for Gandalf’s wise words!

[@oldschooljack3479]

I was at a pretty dark place in my life when this movie came out... I remember this scene and the effect those wise words had on me. I made it through. And I still find myself uttering those words to myself from time to time. Sounds campy but it works.

[@drakkonahn8544]

it keeps me going too.

[@commenting_otter]

I wasn’t born yet, but it seems almost everyone was in a dark place when this movie came out since 9/11 happened a few months before. So you were definitely not alone in how this scene affected you at the time.

[@trapical]

People will be watching this scene a thousand years from now.

[@OCMOOO]

Tolkien must have been so both vastly emotionally intelligent and wise To have seen arguably the most horrendous war of his time and to return not embittered or depressed. But instead incorporating his life experiences into his great works. What a true man

[@aidepaul534]

The music is so beautiful in this scene

[@jordanwhite8567]

Wise does not even begin to capture the genius of Tolkien. Lotr is full of so many impactful and thought provoking sequences like this. I don’t think there will ever be another work like it. It’s almost biblical with its proverbs and life lessons. Definitely one of the best stories ever told.

[@SKyrim190]

"He hates and loves the Ring, because he hates and loves himself!" - That is such a genius way to put it, that is EXACTLY to a crossed T the relationship we develop with evil when we dwell with it. Such a fair and important warning, now more than ever...

[@kaustubhtandon8131]

Ladies and gentlemen, please do consider this fact. That the force at work in this world, opposing the will of malcontent and malice, and the seeds of discontent,may very well be you. Everyone, irrespective of their stature or hold of power, possesses the remarkable human ability to lift another soul. Sometimes through words, sometimes through actions. Be kind. Be honest. Be generous. Be brave. For the sake of others as well. Believe me you, these qualities come back to you ten fold.

[@prbprb2]

I think this is the most important moment in both book and movie, to be honest.

[@gtaipan7422]

It's a lovely speech between Gandalf and Frodo, a sign of pure of heart for pride and deep respect

[@Minigjels]

expertly done by ian! thisis my favorite scene!

[@josephconnelly5195]

I remember seeing this in the theater 3 months after the 9/11 attacks, this whole scene was so fitting for that time especially

[@nathancruz9172]

@Ethan Schmid I was 4 years old from the beginning of the 21st century.

[@Dnbray]

i prefer gandalf being grey

[@austinboylan5476]

Ian McKellan has said the same thing.

[@Dnbray]

+Ken Wu do me a favor fuck off

[@gustavramirez2891]

+Ken Wu Dude, there's absolutely nothing wrong with being gay!!

[@dylanghost2766]

Yeah

[@arielrodriguez1352]

the iron cross has nothing to do with the nazis tho

[@harshitgupta7741]

At 1:44 gollum said "I know" Gollum too knew he has a major part to play

[@J_C_CH]

I've always liked that Gandalf knew Gollum was following them the entire time, and basically allowed him to rather than stop him. Almost feels like he was letting him tag along for the fun of it.

[@ProfoundDesperado-d7w]

God these movies are so freaking beautiful. Every dialogue, every scene, every effect is just perfect in every way.

[@mattwilcox336]

Enjoying this in the darkness of my room and the SECOND it ends I'm met with a mental ad, way to ruin the mood KZbin

[@ruairilavery8956]

"Oh! It's that way!" "He's remembered!" "No, but the air doesn't smell so foul down there. If in doubt, Meriadoc, always follow your nose."

[@dasboot4216]

This might be the most uplifting scene in cinema history

[@maxharrison4708]

Pippin: Are we lost? Merry: No Pippin: ... I think we are. Merry: SHH - Gandalf's thinking! Pippin: Merry? Merry: What?! Pippin: ... I'm hungry! lmao XD

[@Drakeflamethedragonoidman]

Pippin Saying those things when they are inside of mine right now when there’s orcs might be around

[@secretwindow91]

@Simon Lu. In the Book is Frodo 22 years older than Pip Sam is 10 years older and Merry is 8 years older than Pip. In the book he is only 28. Hobbits come of age with 33. So Pip is only a Teenager.

[@grahamrobbins7926]

Absolutely love how Tolkien said so much with so little time to say it (from humanity's timeline, anyway). Even in the darkest of times, those figures working towards evil are in fact doing the Lord's work (rathr Eru's work in this specific case) without knowing it, and that should give us all a great swell of joy anytime we falter or despair. Must be awfully lonely for those who attempt to find meaning via the more humanist approach (Camusian for example) to the apparent futility of life at times.

[@GuildOfTheBlackCrow]

Gentle, truthful chastisement into deep encouragement. Love Gandalf.