Society of the Lost & Found

SOCIETY OF THE LOST & FOUND is a locally produced short film about a grieving father who joins a group of LOTR fans on a location tour through New Zealand, where he discovers the connection and hope he never knew he needed.

The film explores what it means to be an outsider stepping into a passionate community built around storytelling. At its heart, it is a story about belonging, empathy, and human connection — and how shared passions and supportive communities can help us navigate life’s most difficult moments.

Filmed against the stunning landscapes of Queenstown, New Zealand, the film stars Bruce Hopkins (best known for his role as Gamling in The Lord of the Rings) in the lead role. The project is executive produced by TheOneRing.net, one of the world’s leading LOTR fan communities.

Created by local filmmakers Pennie Hunt (writer & director) and Stefan Roesch (producer), the team is currently running a Kickstarter campaign to help fund production costs and bring this heartfelt story to life.