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Philippa Jane Boyens MNZM (born 1962) is a New Zealand screenwriter who co-wrote the screenplay for The Lord of the Rings series, King Kong, The Lovely Bones, and the three-part film series The Hobbit. Biography. Born in 1962, Boyens is the daughter of John Fraser Boyens and Jane Moana Menhennet. [1] .
- Philippa Jane Boyens, 1962 (age 60–61)
- 2001–present
- Screenwriter, film producer
Philippa Boyens is a New Zealand writer and producer who has co-written several of Peter Jackson's films, including the Lord of the Rings and the Hobbit trilogies. She also co-produced District 9 and wrote the lyrics for some songs in the films.
- Writer, Producer, Soundtrack
- Philippa Boyens
Jun 28, 2022 · The Lord of the Rings executive producer talks about the voice actors, the oral tradition, and the historical influences of the upcoming animated film. She reveals the names and roles of Helm Hammerhand, Éowyn, and Héra, the Lady of the Mercians.
Dec 14, 2018 · The screenwriter of Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit talks about her decade-long journey with the novel Mortal Engines, the challenges of world-building and the timely messages of the film. Watch the video interview and read the official synopsis and links for more content.
- Perri Nemiroff
- Senior Producer
Philippa Boyens is a New Zealand writer and producer who co-wrote several of Peter Jackson's films, including the Lord of the Rings and Hobbit trilogies. Learn more about her name, family, awards, trivia, and quotes on IMDb.
Dec 17, 2018 · The Return of the King co-screenwriter reflects on writing the iconic scene for the female character in the Lord of the Rings trilogy. She says she wrote strong female characters because they are authentic and real, not because they are women.
Dec 14, 2018 · Philippa Boyens, co-writer of Lord of the Rings, talks about how she adapted Philip Reeve's novel for the film Mortal Engines. She reveals why she kept the character of Katherine Valentine alive and how she set up a sequel.
