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NEW ZEALAND · 2012

The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey

Peter Jackson
heroic journey reclaiming homeland reluctant hero dragon treasure fellowship
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Synopsis

Bilbo Baggins, a hobbit enjoying his quiet life, is swept into an epic quest by Gandalf the Grey and thirteen dwarves who seek to reclaim their mountain home from Smaug, the dragon.

Year2012
CountryNew Zealand
DirectorPeter Jackson
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