Send us a text In recent months, China’s box office has faced significant challenges, making a recent development all the more remarkable. Recently the animated film Ne Zha 2 has skyrocketed into the global box office top 10 in just one month. With currently over 1.9 billion in revenue, the film has achieved two groundbreaking milestones: - It’s th…

Love, doom, and destiny collide in the legendary tale of Beren and Lúthien! Thomas Salerno, Jeff Haecker, and Pat Mason recount Beren’s perilous quest, Finrod’s heroic sacrifice, and Sauron’s cruelty—plus, the latest on Rings of Power Season 3! The post Beren and Luthien, Part 1 appeared first on StarQuest Media.…

The House of Finwë shaped the fate of the Noldor, from Fëanor’s fiery rebellion to Fingolfin’s heroism and Finarfin’s wisdom. Jeff Haecker, Thomas Salerno, and Patrick Mason recount the family’s triumphs, tragedies, and the doom that followed their choices. The post The House of Finwe appeared first on StarQuest Media.…

Harry takes a 600pt Army of Carn Dum to the very first event of the new edition.Patreon.com/entmoot The grand prix: https://7thcitycollectables.com/products/grand-prix-2025-placeholder-for-admin-purposes?bg_ref=puoOEWbC97由Entmoot

What Middle-earth stories would you bring to life? Thomas Salerno, Jeff Haecker, and Patrick Mason unleash creative pitches from Patrons, from epic battles to whimsical tales. Hear bold ideas for Tolkien-inspired shows and share your own! The post Our Dream Live Action Tolkien Series appeared first on StarQuest Media.…

Send us a text It has been a crazy week following the non-TikTok ban and witnessing real 'positive energy' on both sides of the Pacific. How did over 1 million Americans flock to RedNote/小红书? What hurdles lie ahead for us, and are there any potential business opportunities for international content creators? Featuring - Jim Fields: Relay Video - CE…

Discover hidden themes in The Silmarillion as Jeff Haecker, Thomas Salerno, and Patrick Mason unravel the alliances of men and elves, Fingolfin’s duel with Morgoth, and the tragedy of the Dagor Bragollach. Plus, news on Tolkien adaptations and fan feedback! The post Quenta Silmarillion, Ch. 17 – 18 appeared first on StarQuest Media.…

Send us a text When the Middle Earth Podcast started years ago, it was hard to find any feminist mainstream cultural products. But recently, movies like HER STORY (好东西) and LIKE A ROLLING STONE (出走的决心), along with female stand-up comedians and influencers, have been making their way into the mainstream. How did these success stories come to be? Fea…

Top Table Tipster Will Champion analyses the biggest changes to MESBG - and the top armies. Send 30 word reviews to [email protected] tickets, click here: 7thcitycollectables.com/nymlpmSupport the Podcast: patreon.com/entmoot由Entmoot

It's the 100th Episode!! To celebrate we have MASSIVE monsters, A MASSIVE number of Guests, we touch on MASSIVE updates for the game in a frankly Unweildy MASSIVE episode. There's loads to talk about in this fond farewell to MESBG v.1 as we bridge the gap between editions of MESBG. Email [email protected] with your 30 words summarising the n…

Send us a text Hello everyone, the Middle Earth Podcast will continue as we enter 2025, but I call on all of you dear listeners as I’m great need of freelance work (or a full time position, let’s dream !). In case you are in needs of a: - corpo video creator - podcast expert - researcher - film editor - freelance producer - or PR expert Here is my …

Explore The Lord of the Rings: War of the Rohirrim with Thomas Salerno, Patrick Mason, and Jeff Haecker as they discuss Rohan’s legendary history, Helm Hammerhand’s epic battles, Hera’s heroic journey, and how the film honors Tolkien’s deep and timeless lore. The post The War of the Rohirrim appeared first on StarQuest Media.…

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Jimmy Akin invites you to join him in Italy in 2025 for the Holy Year for a once-in a lifetime, 12-day pilgrimage to the mysterious shrines and holy sites of Rome, Assisi, and more. The post Join Jimmy and Dom for Livestream Event on 12/12/24 appeared first on StarQuest Media.由SQPN, Inc.

Send us a text Episode gracefully passed over by Jiang Jiang (JJ) from the Inside the China Room podcast show in order to have a second window of distribution ;) Enjoy ! To go further - Middle Earth episode #72 Film Distribution: How to Succeed at China’s Box Office - Middle Earth episode #44 Does China still make indie films? Original message This…

Explore with Thomas Salerno, Patrick Mason, and Jeff Haecker the rich history and culture of Rohan including its founding, the Oath of Friendship with Gondor, and the pivotal role it plays in the War of the Ring, as well as the upcoming War of the Rohirrim movie, delving into Helm Hammerhand’s tragic tale and speculating on the adaptation’s portray…

Discover Beleriand! Thomas Salerno, Patrick Mason, and Jeff Haecker continue their journey through the Silmarillion, incl. chapters about Beleriand and its influence on later Middle-earth settings and on Turgon's founding of Gondolin. The post Quenta Silmarillion, Ch. 14 – 16 appeared first on StarQuest Media.…

Join Josh, Callum and Scott as they discuss Ellaras the searcher. This Mirkwood elf appears as an NPC in the Rhovanion region guide, but in our game was converted to a PC played by Scott. We discuss how to go about doing this, the benefits of co-creation and how a new character can change the party dynamics.…

Now that season 2 of Rings of Power is complete, Thomas Salerno, Jeff Haecker, Patrick Mason, and Alix Murray discuss its themes, character arcs, and story development, including some critiques on Galadriel and the Harfoots arc. The post Rings of Power Season 2 Wrap Up appeared first on StarQuest Media.…

For our Halloween episode, Thomas Salerno, Patrick Mason, and Jeff Haecker delve into Tolkien’s “fell lands”—dark regions of Middle-Earth brimming with sinister elements, inclluding Utumno, Angmar, and Mordor, focusing on their roles in Tolkien’s mythology, blending humor and lore, reflecting on both well-known settings and obscure places filled wi…

Harry decides to try a filthy combo out before it's nerfed... Final Episode before the Big 100!! Inc Competition!Support the Podcast: patreon.com/entmootFancy going to an awesome event? Click here:https://7thcitycollectables.com/nymlpm Email: [email protected]由Entmoot

Josh and Callum discuss MAGICAL ITEMS. Listen to hear about the rules for creating both wondrous items and legendary weapons/armour in AiME and LOTR-RPG. Spoiler: the rules are great!由thefellowshipphase

The big season finale! Jeff Haecker, Thomas Salerno, and Patrick Mason discuss the final episode of season 2, which dropped huge story bombs in every story line. Hear their analysis of the episode and the key themes and moments. The post Rings of Power, Season 2, Episode 8: Shadow and Flame appeared first on StarQuest Media.…

Send us a text Despite China's reputation for having difficulty selling cultural products due to local regulations and the audience's taste, some do manage to bridge the Chinese audience with international content. Where do such opportunities lie, and how has the Chinese audience evolved over the years? Featuring - Marion Bertagna: MB Projects - Fo…

We discuss the season finale of The Rings of Power: Season 2 and look back on the season as a whole. Episode Takeaways: The season finale wraps up several character arcs. Sauron's torture of Kullagrimbor is a standout scene. Galadriel's fight with Sauron showcases her strength. The elves' journey to Rivendell is significant for future lore. Dwarven…

The fall of Eregion! Thomas Salerno, Patrick Mason, and Jeff Haecker discuss the penultimate episode of season 2, including themes of deception and Adar's complex motivations. Plus, the significance of the new collection of Tolkien's poetry. The post Rings of Power, Season 2, Episode 7: Doomed to Die appeared first on StarQuest Media.…

A massive battle for the fate of Eregion is at the heart of this episode, as is the relationship between Sauron and Celebrimbor. Episode Takeaways: Doom and mortality are central themes in the episode. Character arcs are crucial for emotional engagement. The battle scenes, while not on a film scale, were effective. Elrond's despair highlights the s…

Harry and Tim play through the final four Quest of the Ringbearer scenarios for the Fellowship of the Ring. Plus emails and a competition reminder!Email: [email protected]: Patreon.com/entmootBuy Event Tickets and Toys to support the pod:https://7thcitycollectables.com/nymlpm由Entmoot

Where is he? Jeff Haecker, Thomas Salerno, and Patrick Mason discuss the latest episode of Rings of Power, including Elendil's faith and defiance of Pharazon, Miriel's symbolic baptism; and Annatar's manipulation of Celebrimbor. Plus Hobbit Day! The post Rings of Power, Season 2, Episode 6: Where Is He? appeared first on StarQuest Media.…

Where is that big bad Sauron guy hiding out now? Hey, where is he? Episode Takeaways: The episode serves as a stepping stone to the finale. Galadriel's confrontation with Sauron reveals deeper themes of power and choice. The manipulation of characters like Celebrimbor and the dwarves adds complexity to the narrative. Ellen Deed's judgment reflects …

Josh and Callum head northwards to the lost and hidden ancient tower of Amon Forod-Tir (Tower of Northern watch). In this episode we continue along Halmir's quest and discuss strategies to make a "lore dump" interesting for players as well as getting the balance between directive story telling and providing freedom for players. Here's a link to the…

The best episode yet? Thomas Salerno, Jeff Haecker, and Patrick Mason discuss Sauron's manipulation of Celebrimbor; the corruption and greed of King Durin; Pharazon's repression of the Numenor faithful; and Galadriel's enemy of her enemy. The post Rings of Power, Season 2, Episode 5: Halls of Stone appeared first on StarQuest Media.…