Spectacular...

Rating: 10/10 (24 April 2008)

This movie has, without dispute, raised the bar of Hollywood movies forever.
Prior to FOTR, I have not heard of Peter Jackson before so I really consider this as his debut film and well...it was an astonishing debut. I was simply stunned by the lush greenery of the Shire, the little Hobbits and one of my favourite parts...the fireworks with Merry and Pippin; a grand opening to the trilogy.
There I thought that was the best opening of a film I've ever seen. Jackson never stopped his surprises. The height of Orthanc was impressive and the Black Riders add to the whole sinister atmosphere. In contrast, Liv Tyler was probably the most beautiful character in the entire film.
As Frodo wakes up in Rivendell, I gripped the armrest of the chair I was sitting in so hard to keep myself from sliding off. Rivendell was beautiful beyond words. Once again Jackson and his CG crew did not fail to impress the audience. But no...that was not all. The vast empty halls of Moria followed by Lothlorien and its trees are just two consecutive breathtaking scenes. The magical aura that surrounds Galadriel and her elegance caused an unprecedented 'jaw-drop' effect.
Although the battle scenes in FOTR are not as impressive as in the Two Tower and ROTK, it good in a way since the audience is not deprived of the feeling of awe when they see ROTK. All in the all, this is probably one of the best movies I've watched in a very long time.