Despite loving both fantasy worlds, Judkins notes there was something missing from Tolkien’s world in his eyes.
“I had nightmares about Gollum.
But, Judkins goes on to highlight what differentiates Jordan from Tolkien.
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She gave it to me.
I was coming to terms with the fact that I was gay at the same time.
Judkins revealed a frustration with how queer relationships played on fantasy television.I have also found myself very frustrated.
Their relationship is hidden.
He adds:
One thing weve tried to do inWheel of Timeis consciouslynot make our queer representation feel othered.
Its always, women are pillow friends.
But its all there.
For me, it was very important to find that in the show today.”
New episodes ofThe Wheel of TimeSeason 3 premiere Thursdays onPrime Video.
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Source:The Hollywood Reporter