I think both of these new films opted for December because they saw themselves as natural successors to The Lord of the Rings.

I don't think they can see the forest for the trees.

I think the image I had in my head from the book -- they've captured it.

The lord helps them that helps themselves

They all saw my short films, and I think that changed their opinion of me as just a guy on a sitcom because they liked my movie.

Since defeat in the Struggle must always be envisaged, the preparation of one's own successors is as important as what one does for victory.