Visually magnum opus' feeble attempt in beating the LOTR's charm

Rating: 8/10 (13 December 2014)

Just came out of Imax cinema, Hyderabad, India where the film released a week ahead of USA's schedule.
I have watched LOTR numerous times just like many of the fans here. The Hobbit, that started as ambitious project fails to deliver what LOTR does, but that's fine with me as all the elements that a film need are done in right amounts.
This movie starts off just where it left and is about the mentality of the dwarfs (mainly Thorin) and the Men, Orks, Elves and yes BILBO.
Acting is the prime aspect of the movie. Every actor gave their hundred percent. Visual effects and the war scenes are marvelous.
The only negative aspect I feel is the direction department. There was too much of experimentation with the screenplay. Peter Jackson tried hard to get the charm of Lord of the Rings to this movie, but in vain.
Overall it's a super fun movie to watch, which transports you to a different world.
A Definite watch for lovers and Haters!!!!
Rating 7.8/10