This a well-crafted comparison, and one whose foundation (i.e., Frodo's and Sam's borderline homonormative behaviors) likewise stood out to me throughout my reading of the trilogy. To throw another comparison into the mix, I could not help but think of Tyler, the Creator's "Igor" each time you mentioned some notion of unreciprocated homosexuality. "Igor" represents, of course, an overtly expressive and violent album, but it is no stretch to assert that Sam ultimately finds himself in a position similar to Tyler's--frustrated yet compelled by an undesirable journey, and one that terminates in departure. Thank you for inspiring that thought, as it had not dawned on me until reading your own article! Great work!
This was such a great comparison and your discussion about finding queerness in characters who are considered or depicted as non-queer was so well written that it made me fully understand the recent discussions about queerness in canonical literature such as The Great Gatsby or The Outsiders. Though I vaguely remember Jennifer's body your breakdown and comparison to Frodo and Sam was not only intriguing but valid. Thank you for sharing!
This a well-crafted comparison, and one whose foundation (i.e., Frodo's and Sam's borderline homonormative behaviors) likewise stood out to me throughout my reading of the trilogy. To throw another comparison into the mix, I could not help but think of Tyler, the Creator's "Igor" each time you mentioned some notion of unreciprocated homosexuality. "Igor" represents, of course, an overtly expressive and violent album, but it is no stretch to assert that Sam ultimately finds himself in a position similar to Tyler's--frustrated yet compelled by an undesirable journey, and one that terminates in departure. Thank you for inspiring that thought, as it had not dawned on me until reading your own article! Great work!
This was such a great comparison and your discussion about finding queerness in characters who are considered or depicted as non-queer was so well written that it made me fully understand the recent discussions about queerness in canonical literature such as The Great Gatsby or The Outsiders. Though I vaguely remember Jennifer's body your breakdown and comparison to Frodo and Sam was not only intriguing but valid. Thank you for sharing!