This ultimate celebration of the spectacular battle in the final Hobbit movie showcases the full creative vision of Peter Jackson and his team, featuring extensive commentary from the director, cast, and crew, along with nearly 2,000 exclusive photos, illustrations, and visual effects imagery. It delves into how thousands of artisans brought Peter Jackson's adaptation of J.R.R. Tolkien's work to life. With over 1,000 intricate illustrations and stunning photographs, the book provides insights from the cast and crew, including exclusive content from the film's extended edition. An exclusive fold-out battle map illustrated by Weta Workshop Designer Nick Keller is also included. Explore the sorcerous ruins of Dol Guldur, the fiery Lake-town, and the blood-soaked battlefields of the Lonely Mountain, culminating in the tragic duel between Thorin Oakenshield and Azog, the Pale Orc. Discover the challenges faced by the stars as they share their experiences, and learn about the battle strategies of each of the five armies, including how stunt performers transformed into thousands of digital troops. Enjoy archive-quality photography of detailed weapons and armor, and browse galleries of fearsome war beasts and monsters. This final installment in The Hobbit: Chronicles series celebrates the epic conclusion of the film trilogy amidst a landscape of war and tragedy.
