remarkable

Rating: Null/10 (21 October 2002)

Epic fantasy/adventure is a lavish, breathtaking adventure for all ages. A young, innocent Hobit named Frodo (Wood) is entrusted by friend and wizard Gandalf (a well-cast McKellen) to protect a cursed ring of unspeakable persuasion and power. Determined to keep the ring from falling into the wrong hands, Frodo forms a trusted alliance with Middle Earth's most skilled warriors to go on the journey of a lifetime and destroy the ring before it's too late. The film is long, but it creates a genuine sense of awe and wonder with mythical monsters, rousing battle scenes, and remarkable effects. A fun, magnificent journey to be enjoyed for years to come. ***Â½