‘The Hunt for Gollum’ Star Anya Taylor-Joy Has Not Read the ‘Lord of the Rings’ Books Yet, but Is ‘About to’ Soon

MusicNewsletter newsroom brief · 2h ago · 1 min read · via variety.com

Anya Taylor-Joy was a strict “Harry Potter” fan as a child, but now, having been cast in “The Lord of the Rings: The Hunt for Gollum,” she’s ready to dive into the world of J.R.R. Tolkien. “I’m about to read the books now, actually,” Taylor-Joy told Variety at the Monday night pr

This news may seem unrelated to the music industry at first glance, but it actually highlights the growing trend of crossover between music, film, and literature. Many musicians have been inspired by J.R.R. Tolkien's work, and some have even written songs based on his stories. The fact that Anya Taylor-Joy is about to read the books now that she's involved in a Lord of the Rings project shows how different forms of media can influence and inform each other.

The Lord of the Rings series has a dedicated fan base, and its themes and characters have been referenced in music by artists such as Led Zeppelin and Leonard Nimoy. As Taylor-Joy delves into the world of Middle-earth, it will be interesting to see if her experience with the books influences her own creative pursuits or collaborations with musicians. The intersection of music and fantasy literature is a rich and fertile ground, and this news could be a sign of more exciting projects to come.

As the entertainment industry continues to blur the lines between different forms of media, it's likely that we'll see more musicians and actors drawing inspiration from literature and other sources. Fans of music and fantasy literature should keep an eye on Anya Taylor-Joy's upcoming projects, as well as other adaptations and interpretations of Tolkien's work, to see how they might influence the music industry and vice versa. It will be exciting to see how Taylor-Joy's newfound familiarity with the Lord of the Rings series might shape her future collaborations and creative endeavors.

Originally reported by variety.com. MusicNewsletter adds analysis for culture, style & media readers.

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