“The story is so much more complex. If we can see [a] more equitable and inclusive medieval world through fantasy, I think that can really affect the way the pe

“The story is so much more complex. If we can see [a] more equitable and inclusive medieval world through fantasy, I think that can really affect the way the period is interpreted today.” I think history should be up for interpretation in about the same way as something like the laws of physics are, ie only if there's strong evidence that our current understanding is incorrect. I don't think a black Gandalf should be that evidence.