An Amazing Movie, a Feast for the Eyes

Rating: 8/10 (16 December 2015)

The Lord of the Rings, The Fellowship of the Ring by J. R. R. Tolkien, was finally brought to life by award winning director, Peter Jackson. This film is a great interpretation of Tolkien's work, which transports the viewer into the happy land of the Shire, home of Bilbo and Frodo Baggins. With his wide angle shots, Jackson puts you right into the action, especially in the chase scenes in the Mines of Moria. Jackson's attention to detail, from the creation of Bag End, fabulous costumes and scenery, and brilliant acting from all of the Fellowship (especially my personal favorite Gandalf, played by Ian McKellan), are the ingredients for this amazing production. Tolkien purists may be irritated by Jackson's omissions and re-mixes of the book, but it is still a great work of art. Jackson had been waiting since he first read the trilogy at 18 years of age to see the masterpiece on screen, and his tireless efforts finally brought it all to life. A must see for all fantasy lovers, caution to parents, some scenes do contain violence so previewing is recommended.