If you haven't read the book, you probably won't like the movie.

Rating: 3/10 (28 January 2002)

While the visuals in "Lord of the Rings" are extraordinary, the movie is looooonnnnnnnggggg. The action, which is exciting for the most part, slows to a crawl in places. One dreamy scene may actually put you to sleep. My advice is to read the books first, because if you don't, you may be disappointed. (I was.) Otherwise, wait a few years until all the films are out, and see them in a marathon. But don't rent them! To see these stunning vistas on a small screen would be a crime. One last thing, if you suffer from motion sickness, take some Dramamine!