Excellent movie.

Rating: 10/10 (19 December 2001)

Shows the true nature of power and how it can corrupt anyone, even if used for good. True to the book, yet made for anyone who hasn't read the trilogy.
The scene where Galadriel (Cate Blanchett) is tempted by the ring is by far the best scene in the movie.
The only disappointment I had was Elrond. Being a Matrix fan, all I could think of was.... Agent Elrond. Instead of "Bring me Morpheus...", it was "Bring me Frodo..." Hugo Weaving is great for a mono-toned, straight man, but I always felt Elrond had more emotion, kinder, and all-wise. Hugo's performance in Rings mirrored his performance in Matrix almost to the T. If you can get over that small hiccup, it is a flawless movie.