Just wondering if its at all possible to release another epic movie on the scale and magnitude of The Lord of the Rings trilogy? Or did they pretty much hit the pinnacle and theres no way for anyone to out do them? Also no the Hobbit doesnt count.
To avoid further confusion on the definition of the word "epic" Im editing in all the criteria that must be met to be considered an epic just so people arent thinking epic means any badass movie. To be considered an epic you must meet all of the following:
Begins in medias res.
The setting is vast, covering many nations, the world or the universe.
Begins with an invocation to a muse (epic invocation).
Begins with a statement of the theme.
Includes the use of epithets.
Contains long lists (epic catalogue).
Features long and formal speeches.
Shows divine intervention on human affairs.
Features heroes that embody the values of the civilization.
Often features the tragic hero's descent into the Underworld or Hell