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Yet, there are notable exceptions to this guideline, especially during epic confrontations. A poignant instance highlighted is the moment when Gandalf unleashed flames against the Ringwraiths in a battle that, regrettably, was not depicted in Peter Jackson's film adaptations. In the book "The Fellowship of the Ring," a vivid scene is described where Gandalf finds himself in a dire situation, recalling that "such lights and flames had not been seen from the top of the hill since the war beacons of old." This underlines the narrative depth found in Tolkien's texts, which often exceed the cinematic interpretations in detail and richness.