Imagination realized: Tally-Ho! On to the Orcs!

Rating: 10/10 (2 January 2002)

I first read this Triology when young, some years ago... then I eagerly awaited the film release. The official website looked grand! My hopes for a great film soared, anticipation mounted, palms sweated, nails were bitten. Could the screenwriter do the book justice? Such an epic chore for even the most gifted of authors.
I was not disappointed. This film ROCKS! It SOARS! It catches the mind of the audience and runs away with it for 2hrs. and 53 min. of pure spectacular enchantment!
The only section truly missed that I simply adored from the book, was all about the mysterious and compelling Tom Bombadil. I've seen the film twice so far and do not believe he was even mentioned, more's the pity. However, there are two parts left to view and I again wait eagerly, anticipation building... must I really wait another year? I'm not getting any younger Mr. Jackson.
Congratulations on realizing your dreams dear sir and also for bringing this gift of Mr. Tolkien's to the masses, (especially those afraid to pick up a book)! HURRAH! GOOD JOB!