Rewatching The Lord of the Rings, one cannot help but contrast its profoundly uplifting and awe-inspiring messages with today's cynical, morally ambiguous, and often demoralizing films. The trilogy evokes hope, courage, and moral clarity, reminding us that even the smallest person can change the future.
In stark contrast, many modern films are demoralizing—celebrating antiheroes while depicting heroes and authority figures as corrupt or foolish. These narratives often follow a dialectic approach, blurring the line between good and evil. Much like postmodern art, they convey chaos, meaninglessness, and cynicism, leading to nihilistic conclusions that leave viewers disillusioned and demoralized.
The Lord of the Rings stands out because its characters embody courage, sacrifice, and integrity, inspiring audiences to aspire to higher ideals. In an era where many films revel in moral ambiguity and disillusionment, revisiting this epic saga is a refreshing change in a sea of media engineered to demoralize you.