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Elijah Wood Reveals Secrets Behind Iconic 'Lord of the Rings' Scene

1/20/2026

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At Fan Expo Portland, Elijah Wood, actor, revealed that 'All right then, keep your secrets' was filmed during pickup shoots, not principal photography.
He described pickup shoots as demanding, with early calls and lengthy makeup.
He noted the cast did not receive significant pay despite the trilogy earning $2.9 billion worldwide.
He emphasized the films' lasting impact on his life and hinted at a return in The Hunt for Gollum.

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Story summary

At Fan Expo Portland, Elijah Wood, actor, revealed that 'All right then, keep your secrets' was filmed during pickup shoots, not principal photography.
He described pickup shoots as demanding, with early calls and lengthy makeup.
He noted the cast did not receive significant pay despite the trilogy earning $2.9 billion worldwide.
He emphasized the films' lasting impact on his life and hinted at a return in The Hunt for Gollum.