Lord of the Films

Rating: 10/10 (29 December 2001)

I truly thought this movie was one of the best Epic movies I have seen in a few years. What can I say about this movie! I was truly speechless with how well it turned out. Yes the story was different in parts from the book, but in a whole it followed rather well. I have read the books, and I like them, but I knew from the beginning that there would be some changes.
I thought the acting was top notch. Everyone did a fantastic job on the acting. By the end of the movie you come to love the characters and feel for the sorrows and joys. The scenery was incredible. For 3 hours you believe New Zealand becomes Middle Earth and the man-made sets were great. The pacing of the movie was perfect, a little slow at the beginning to set up the movie, but after that it has a wonderful flow to it. I feel Jackson did a wonderful job with the details. It could have been easy to let things slide but he didn't. The Soundtrack compliments the movie wonderfully. The Special effects were top notch and enhance the movie and don't overdue it. Combine the special effects with a great story and you have one of the best movies to come out in a few years.
I truly believe that the Lord of the Rings will Rule the Box Office for the next three years. I will take Elves and Orcs over Jedi and Clones any day. This is a movie that fans of the books, and newcomers will enjoy. Lord of the Rings is truly Lord of the Films for this year.
Jason
10/10