Excellent on every level!

Rating: 10/10 (19 December 2001)

I have just returned from seeing this film, & I am still totally impressed. I have read the books many times, & it is incredible how realistic & true the Middle Earth has been brought to the screen. It was done at level I would not have thought possible. I have never seen a film with such incredible production values. Every level of this movie from casting & acting through sound effects, music, special effects on down to the smallest detail of clothing and language is perfect. Speaking with one who saw the film at the same time, but had not read the books, the praise was mutual. We were both impressed & amazed, and plan to see it several more times.
While every actor/actress was excellent in their role, Frodo & Gandalf were perfect. There are so many things that stand out, that I could not list them all, (nor would I want to spoil the pleasure of experiencing them). This is a movie not to be missed. 10 out of 10