The film delves into the early life of J.R.R. Tolkien, a young orphan who finds solace and creativity among a group of misfit classmates, and later faces the devastating impact of World War I on their relationships, ultimately influencing his iconic Middle-Earth stories.

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J.R.R. Tolkien's films are influenced by his childhood experiences, including his mother's stories, romance with Edith, friendships at Oxford, and his World War I experiences, as well as the tales he told his own children.