The best film I have ever seen in cinema!

Rating: 9/10 (15 December 2013)

I already had high hopes for this film: the first film in this trilogy set the scene ready to jump straight into the action in the Desolation of Smaug. An obvious congratulations goes to the production behind the creation of Smaug itself, the dragon is breathtaking and the use of Benedict Cumberbatch is one of the best casting choices ever made! His low, euphonious voice suits the part of a revengeful dragon perfectly. A second applause goes to Martin Freeman, who's acting never ceases to amaze me. Without giving any of the plot away, his character development is tracked superbly and is a highlight of the film. The whole film wasn't a slug to sit through either! The pace of the film was balanced and enjoyable at every moment. I certainly can't wait for the final film in this trilogy and I seriously recommend anyone to go and see it if you weren't planning to (who isn't?!)