"The journey continues."
The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers - Movie Quotes
Memorable Quotes
There's some good in this world, Mr. Frodo... and it's worth fighting for.
— Samwise Gamgee
Context:
After a terrifying encounter with a Nazgûl in the ruined city of Osgiliath, a despondent Frodo questions their mission. Sam, recalling the tales of heroes, delivers this powerful speech, renewing Frodo's strength and reminding them both what is at stake.
Meaning:
This quote is the philosophical core of the entire trilogy. Delivered when all hope seems lost, it affirms that the struggle against evil is not just about defeating an enemy, but about preserving the good, the beautiful, and the simple things in life. It is an affirmation of hope against despair.
The Battle for Helm's Deep is over. The Battle for Middle-earth is about to begin.
— Gandalf
Context:
Spoken at the end of the film, as Gandalf and Aragorn look out from Helm's Deep towards Mordor. They have won a reprieve, but the sight of Sauron's growing power in the East makes it clear that their struggle is far from over.
Meaning:
This line provides a crucial sense of perspective. While the victory at Helm's Deep is momentous, Gandalf understands it is only one battle in a much larger war. It serves as a powerful bridge to the final film, reminding the audience that the true threat, Sauron, has yet to be confronted directly and the stakes are about to get even higher.
What can men do against such reckless hate?
— Théoden
Context:
As he observes Saruman's massive Uruk-hai army approaching Helm's Deep, Théoden is overwhelmed by the sheer scale and ferocity of the enemy. Aragorn's response, "Ride out with me... Ride out and meet them," is the heroic counterpoint to Théoden's despair.
Meaning:
Théoden's question captures the feeling of hopelessness when facing an enemy that is not just powerful, but seemingly inhuman and devoid of reason or mercy. It speaks to the despair of fighting a war of attrition against a relentless, faceless foe.
They're taking the Hobbits to Isengard!
— Legolas
Context:
After a long pursuit, Legolas uses his keen elven eyesight to determine the destination of the Uruk-hai who have captured Merry and Pippin, shouting this line to Aragorn and Gimli as they race across the plains of Rohan.
Meaning:
While a straightforward line of dialogue, its rhythmic, urgent delivery by Orlando Bloom has made it one of the most iconic and frequently memed quotes from the trilogy. It perfectly encapsulates the driving purpose of the 'Three Hunters' in the first part of the film.