Good, but not that good

Rating: 8/10 (27 January 2002)

This was a good movie experience nothing more and nothing less.The story is well told and reflects well on the Tolkien fantasies (of which I am a fan). The performances here are nothing to speak of and there is little of a collective nature about the cast despite "The Fellowship". The special effects are superb and the landscapes are stunning (in fact altogether the best thing about the film). The story though is not as effective as the action sequences and barely gets under the skin of the book. I am looking forward to more of Peter Jackson's magnificent scenery and special effects in the following episodes.