too long

Rating: 7/10 (23 December 2012)

Saw this for the big bucks, 3D and IMAX and the cinematography was mesmerizing. I loved the beginning and end but the middle seemed to drag on and on. Saw a few people leave at the 1/2 way mark and I would've probably done the same if I were driving. The story is well plotted, just one too many battle scenes for me. I loved the Lord of the Rings so much because of the relationship between the two boys. The relationships just weren't there and the compassion seemed forced. 7 stars. I would definitely recommend the 3D. IMAX was really cool too. Too bad the movie was a bit too drawn out for my liking. Lord to the Rings fans will enjoy this film.