Of Mîm & the Dwarf’s Curse | Of The Children of Húrin: Tolkien's First Age Explained - Part 4 of 13

A sinister tale of the Petty-dwarves...

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[denissediaz]

I think one of my favorite parts of this story is friendship and how Tolkien didn’t shy away from showing how a man can love another man as friends and it’s just completely normal. It shows another side of masculinity that is not often depicted anywhere else yet I feel is really important to showcase. Recently, men’s social circles are shrinking, especially when it comes to close male friends, and it is nothing but detrimental to both physical and mental health. It is important to have models of how men can both be absolute bad assses and still love their besties and the same time ❤😂

[mrc]

I have, for a couple of hours now, been scrolling through the comments on a lot of this channels videos, as well as other «tolkien-themed» channels, and I have to say that never before have i seen a comment section so peacefull and respectfull, and not to mention informative and interresting! Tolkien fans are just the best.

[lizatsitrin]

Every time you sing the praises of those most wonderful legends, Beleg Cuthalion and Finrod Felagund, my heart sings along <3 Verily they are the purest, most lovable characters of the legendarium (forgive me King Elessar). Alas for the dark paths ahead!

[LordOfTheLore]

Mim and the Noegyth Nibin are my one of my favourite lesser known groups. The death of Mim's son over a sack of potatoes is one of the most tragic deaths in all of Tolkien's work.

[Gorlim_the_Unhappy]

I really appreciate your focus on Mìm, his character deserves the through exploration you gave him

[tomk]

Again - by drawing parallels like that between Gollum/Frodo and Mim/Turin - this enriches the both individual stories and arc of the meta-narrative - and provides greater insight into the mind of the author- bravo!! Tolkien Untangled is my favorite lore channel by far!

[ddavidjeremy]

This channel brings me great joy. It has reinvigorated my love for Tolkein and that value cannot be overstated. Thank you so very much Dave.🙂

[jameshitt]

Turin is caught in the middle of this triangle of incompatible people: Mim, Androg, and Beleg all don't get along with each other, but they all share some or another kind of love or fondness or loyalty to Turin. How does he keep getting himself enmeshed in the most complicated and difficult situations...
(Also, I keep thinking to myself about black Anglachel, hidden in the background once Beleg arrives...)

[allthingsallmen]

Hey Dave! I gotta tell ya since I've lived here in south Alabama for 30 years I've come to really love good cornbread. So naturally, at the first mention of elven corn bread made with magical corn no less, I got pretty excited!

[christianstibich]

A day that starts with Dave's middle earth is a nice day!
Thanks for the video, my friend.😊

[tarynolyvia]

This was a beautiful dissection of Mîm and the complexities of Tolkien’s story changing over time. I appreciate that you explain the gray area, and that it’s not as simple as “cannon” or not. It was a masterful explanation yet again! Thank you, 🌈 Rainbow Dave! ☮️

[DC-pskn]

Dave of the many Colours, thank you again for a wonderful video. Friday goes by at a rush with work deadlines and meetings and the knowledge that your video is there, calling all day like a lover waiting for the reunion with a loved one…
Love the tangents and lembas and Galadriel and Frodo and the hope for salvation.
Can’t wait for the next.

[fiddleback]

Tolkien was very talented with designing so called villians with complex origins and motivations. Mim and the Petty Dwarves are dastardly, pitiful, and sympathetic.

[haleyschreiter]

Tangent or not, I love how often you draw the parallels between Melian and Galadriel, and the profound impact that the former had on the latter! Also, I didn't realize that Mim had a personal history with Finrod... haven't gotten that far in the History of ME yet 😉

[nils]

Checked everyday whether this episode was uploaded. This series is absolute class and you are master of your craft! 🎉

[joenewton]

I have thoroughly enjoyed just about every Tolkien legendarium video you have ever made. Your videos are masterful and thorough and that’s why I was completely surprised when you omitted one of the greatest lines ever spoken from Beleg to Thingol. “Then give me leave my Lord to go to him and guard him, then let no one say that Elvish words are lightly spoken!” This omission is practically egregious! I expect to see it addressed lol.

[gunnil.]

I could listen to you all day!
Best regards from Germany

[hfcriske]

This is the only time ever a tangent about bread has interested me. :)

[erichpizer]

love this series graphic commentary analysis anticipating every instalment . Turin was my favourite chapters in Selmirillion 20 years ago when i read it and never forgotten

[lordofthehouseofstormcrows]

Great Job Mellon! Well met RD! This part of Turumbar's tale just goes to show that you should never underestimate the will of a vengeful soul..