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Aragorn character information from the books:
Name: Aragorn
Aliases: Elfstone, Strider, Longshanks, Wingfoot, Elessar, Thorongil (means 'Eagle
of the Star' for the star-shaped brooch that the
North Rangers wear), Estel ( means"Hope", which is the child name that
Elrond gave him), Telcontar, The Dunedain ( Man of
the West) aka Numenorean, the Renewer, Isildur's Heir, Heir of
Elendil, Healer, Chief of
the Dunedain of the North (before he became King)
Date of Birth: TA 2931
Race: Man of Gondor, of Isildur's Line
Height: Tall
Date of Death: FO 120
Alignment: Good
Parents: Arathorn, Gilraen
Spouse: Arwen Evenstar
Date of Marriage: TA 3019
Children: Eldarion, and several daughters
Physical description: Ruddy good looks, with a noble appearance. Long black hair, flecked with gray. Described as being quite tall.
Biography: He led the Fellowship after Gandalf's fall into Moria as far as Parth Galen. Aragorn, Gimli, and Legolas then turned toward Isengard in pursuit of the band of orcs that had captured Merry and Pippin. After meeting up with Gandalf again, seeing the destruction of Isengard, and finding Merry and Pippin safe, Aragorn then made for the Paths of the Dead because of what he saw in the Palantir. Once he emerged from the Paths of the Dead, he arrived in Gondor with a large army of men, and turned the tide of the battle of the Pellennor Fields. Soon after, He was Captain of the Army of the West, which rode forth to challenge Sauron. After the War of the Ring, Aragorn was crowned king of the reunited kingdom, and wed Arwen Evenstar. During his reign, he restored peace to the land, and extended its borders. Aragorn met and instantly fell in love with Arwen when he was twenty years old, but Elrond would not permit a wedding until he had reclaimed his throne.
Quote from the book:
"I am Aragorn, son of Arathorn; and if by life or death I can save you, I will."
- Aragorn to Frodo
Aragorn threw back his cloak. The elven-sheath glittered as he grasped it, and the bright blade of Anduril shone like a sudden flame as he swept it out. 'Elendil!' he cried. 'I am Aragorn son of Arathorn, and am called Elessar, the Elfstone, Dunadan, the heir of Isildur Elendil's son of Gondor. Here is the Sword that was Broken and is reforged again! Will you aid me or thwart me? Choose swiftly!
Aragorn's Verse
Not all those who wander are lost;
The old that is strong does not wither,
Deep roots are not reached by the frost.
From the ashes a fire shall be woken,
A light from the shadows shall spring;
Renewed shall be blade that was broken,
The crownless again shall be king.
Aragorn character information from the film:
Name: Aragorn
Aliases: Strider
Date of Birth: Unknown
Race: Man of Gondor
Height: Close to 6 feet
Date of Death: Unknown
Alignment: Good
Parents: Father: Arathorn. Others unknown.
Spouse: In love with Arwen
Date of Marriage: Unknown
Children: Unknown
Physical description: Tall, black hair, dark eyes. Broad and muscular.
Biography:
From Fellowship:
We first see Aragorn in a tavern. He sees Frodo and defends him at once and travels with him towards Rivendell. He fights off some Ringwraiths and saves Frodo though he’s wounded. Aragorn knows the woods but can’t save him. His beloved, Arwen comes to him and they speak Elvish together. She rides him to Rivendell where Aragorn arrives a little later. Aragorn speaks with Arwen and we learn that he’s of Isildur's Line and therefore rightful King of Gondor. We also learn that he fears that he has the same weakness as Isildur who was unable to destroy the Ring and thereby let evil live on. At the council he wants to see the Ring destroyed. He agrees to travel with Frodo and protect him with his life or death and be a part of the fellowship which includes 9 people to destroy the Ring. On the way Aragorn keeps much to himself but saves the fellowship and especially Frodo lots of times. When Gandalf is believed killed Aragorn leads the fellowship. After Boromir tries to take the Ring Frodo runs away. Aragorn finds him but lets him go.
Orcs attack and with Legolas and Gimli by his side he fights them. He hears Boromir blow his horn for help and Aragorn arrives in time to kill Boromir’s attacker though Boromir himself is dying. Full of regret and remorse Boromir tells Aragorn that he tried to take the Ring and fears now that his homeland will fall. Aragorn says he’ll take care of everything and that he did nothing wrong. Boromir dies in Aragorn’s arms. Aragorn then decides with Gimli and Legolas to go after Merry and Pippin who was captured and try and save them.
From TTT:
Aragorn leads Legolas and Gimli as they follow Merry and Pippin. They find they're safe and goes with a newly found Gandalf to Rohan. They go from there to Helm's Deep but on the way they're attacked. Aragorn is wounded but dreams of Arwen and makes his way back to Helm's Deep. There he leads the Elves in the battle and wins.
From ROTK:
Aragorn returns to Rohan where he awaits news of Gondor. He raises an army of the dead and with the Rohan army he goes to Gondor and helps free the city. He then leads a small band of men on an attack on Mordor to take Sauron's attention away from Frodo. The Ring is destroyed and with it all evil creatures. Aragorn is crowned King and takes Arwen as bride.
Quote from the film:
“Are you frightened?”
“Yes.”
“Not nearly frightened enough. I know what hunts you.”
- Aragorn and Frodo when they first meet.
“I told you I‘ll protect you and I will.”
“Can you protect me from yourself?”
“I would have gone with you to the end.”
“I know.”
“Now go. Run!”
- Aragorn and Frodo as Aragorn lets him leave.
“Let’s go hunt some Orcs.”
- Aragorn to Legolas and Gimli
Interresting Aragorn Facts:
- Aragorn translates into 'Lord of (the) Tree'. Best guess it that the "Tree" refers to the White Tree that is the symbol of the House of Elendil.- Aragorn was raised by Lord Elrond
- Aragorn is the best fighter/tracker in his part of the world
- Aragorn speaks fluent Elvish
- He's the true heir to the throne of Gondor
- Lord Elrond will not let Aragorn marry his daughter before he is King again
- After Boromir's dead Aragorn wears his wrist bands
- Aragorn calls Arwen 'elskede' (Danish. Translation: 'beloved'). The actor Viggo Mortensen speaks Danish. Velkommen hjem, konge *G*
Aragorn's Hero Deeps in Fellowship:
- Saves Fordo and Co. at the Inn.- Saves Frodo from the Raiders.
- Carries Frodo and Sam up the mountain.
- Outside Moria, he saves Frodo from the water monster/Watcher.
- In Moria, he saves Frodo from the cave troll. Or tries to anyway
- He jumps with Frodo over the chasm in Moria
- He lets Frodo go with the Ring
- He kills Boromir's killer
- He sets out to get Pippin and Merry back
Aragorn's Hero Deeps in TTT:
- Saves Gimli as they're on their way to Helm's Deep.- Leads the Elves at the battle at Helm's Deep.
- Saves Gimli at the battle at Helm's Deep.
Aragorn's Hero Deeps in ROTK:
- Raises an army of the dead which saves Gondor's capital.- Fights in the battle for Gondor
- Leads the attack on the gates of Mordor.
Why the character of Aragorn is so easy to love:
1) He’s handsome, brave and a great warrior
2) He‘s loyal and has a hint mystery and sorrow to him.
3) He’s a King
4) He‘s the only one with a love interest and she‘s an Elf princess.
5) He knows many things and is the only non-Elf in the Fellowship who speaks Elvish (not counting Gandalf and maybe Frodo if you count the DVD movie version)
Movie info by Nadja Lee(webmistress). Thanks much to Cohlinn for additional Aragorn info on names, Elvish and more. Thanks so much
Aragorn is played by Viggo Mortensen:
Mini biography
Since his screen debut as a young Amish Farmer in Peter Weir's Witness (1985), Viggo Mortensen's career has been marked by a steady string of well-rounded performances. Critics have continually recognized his work in over thirty movies, including such diverse projects as Jane Campion's Portrait of a Lady, The (1996), Sean Penn's Indian Runner, The (1991), Brian De Palma's Carlito's Way (1993), Ridley Scott's G.I. Jane (1997), Tony Scott's Crimson Tide (1995), Andrew Davis' Perfect Murder, A (1998), Ray Loriga's Pistola de mi hermano, La (1997), and Tony Goldwyn's _Walk on the Moon, A (1999)_ (qv).
Born in New York to a Danish father and an American mother, Mortensen spent the early part of his childhood in Manhattan. His family traveled a great deal and he spent several years living in Venezuela, Argentina, and Denmark. He began acting in New York, studying with Warren Robertson. He appeared in several plays and movies, and eventually moved to Los Angeles, where his performance in "Bent" at the Coast Playhouse earned him a Drama-logue Critic's Award. Mortensen is also an accomplished poet, photographer, and painter.
Mini-biography by
Grace Z
Spouse
Exene Cervenka (? - ?) (divorced)
Trivia
Viggo is the ex-husband of Exene Cervenka, the singer of the punk band X.
Had a book of poetry printed before he was known. The title: "Ten Last Night."
Speaks fluent English, Spanish and Danish.
Father of Henry Mortensen.
He actually painted the large murals in his artist's studio in the film "The Perfect Murder".
Lived in South America from age 2 to age 11.
Is a photographer.
Has been photographing for years, recently debuted with an exhibition at the Robert Mann Gallery in NYC. - American Photo, July/August 2000
Writes poetry in his spare time.
Is also a jazz musician - he has released three CD's so far.
Worked as a truck driver while living in Denmark
Lost a tooth while filming a fight sequence for "The Fellowship of the Ring".
Actor – filmography
Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, The (2003) .... Aragorn
Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers, The (2002) .... Aragorn
Making of 'The Lord of the Rings', The (2002) (V) .... Himself / Aragorn aka Strider
Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring, The (2001) .... Strider/Aragorn
Quest for the Ring (2001) (TV) .... Himself / Aragorn / Strider
28 Days (2000) .... Eddie Boone
Walk on the Moon, A (1999) .... Walker Jerome
Psycho (1998) .... Samuel 'Sam' Loomis
Perfect Murder, A (1998) .... David Shaw
Pistola de mi hermano, La (1997) .... Juanito
... aka My Brother's Gun (1997)
G.I. Jane (1997) .... Master Chief John James 'Jack' Urgayle
Vanishing Point (1997) (TV) .... Jimmy Kowalski
Daylight (1996) .... Roy Nord
Portrait of a Lady, The (1996) .... Caspar Goodwood
Albino Alligator (1996) .... Guy Foucard
... aka Albino Alligator (1996) (France)
Gimlet (1995) .... Hombre (Man)
Passion of Darkly Noon, The (1995) .... Clay
... aka Darkly Noon (1995)
... aka Passion des Darkly Noon, Die (1996) (Germany)
Prophecy, The (1995) .... Lucifer
... aka God's Army (1995) (Europe: English title)
Black Velvet Pantsuit (1995) .... Worthless Junkie
Crimson Tide (1995) .... Lt. Peter 'Weps' Ince
American Yakuza (1994) .... Nick Davis
Crew, The (1994) .... Phillip
Floundering (1994) .... Homeless Man
Desert Lunch (1994)
Carlito's Way (1993) .... Lalin
Ewangelia wedlug Harry'ego (1993)
... aka Gospel According to Harry, The (1993)
Two Small Bodies (1993)
Young Americans, The (1993) .... Frazer
Boiling Point (1993) .... Ronnie
... aka Extrême limite, L' (1994) (France)
Ruby Cairo (1993) .... Johnny Faro
... aka Deception (1993)
... aka Missing Link: Ruby Cairo, The (1993)
Indian Runner, The (1991) .... Frank Roberts
Once In a Blue Moon (1990) (TV)
Tripwire (1990) .... Hans
Reflecting Skin, The (1990) .... Cameron Dove
Young Guns II (1990) .... John W. Poe
... aka Young Guns II: Blaze of Glory (1990) (UK)
Leatherface: Texas Chainsaw Massacre III (1990) .... Tex
... aka Leatherface: The Texas Chainsaw Massacre III (1990) (USA: video box title)
... aka TCM 3 (1990) (USA: abbreviated title)
Fresh Horses (1988) .... Green
Prison (1988) .... Burke/Forsythe Electrocution
Salvation! (1987) .... Jerome Stample
... aka Salvation! Have You Said Your Prayers Today? (1987)
Witness (1985) .... Moses Hochleitner
"George Washington" (1984) (mini) TV Series .... Lieutenant at LeBoeuf
Miscellaneous crew – filmography
Thin Red Line, The (1998) (thanks to)
Notable TV guest appearances
"Miami Vice" (1984) in episode: "Red Tape" (episode # 3.19) 3/13/1987
From: Movie Database
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