Even a Tolkien fanatic like myself was impressed.

Rating: 9/10 (27 December 2001)

Tom Bombadill would have no problem with being cut from the story. He was a more than good natured chap. While I was bummed he was cut, I was please with the project as a whole. Remember this director sought to place on the silver screen what only one man could do in his prose. Not only was this a bold attempt, but it also was a resounding success. It would be impossible to appease such a distinguished appetite as that of a "Lord of the Rings" fan. However, this movie brings a story to the screen that will tickle the fancy of even the most critical. Way to go, and thank you Kiwi's for letting us borrow your beautiful countryside, so that "Middle Earth" may be brought to life.