Frodo Baggins and his friends set out on an epic quest to save Middle-Earth from destruction.

Rating: Null/10 (21 January 2002)

I am incredibly pleased with this film, having walked into the theater with great respect but little love for Tolkien. I have never been particularly entertained by the Rings saga, but the film has succeeded in drawing me in where the books could not. For a fantasy-lover such as myself, "The Fellowship of the Ring" was a heady experience, illustrating the world of Tolkien's novels with subtle beauty. This is one of the few films that I feel truly has something for everyone. I found myself admiring the horseback scenes greatly, having been a rider for most of my life, and was drawn in by the balance of dark forces against light. The sense of balance was heightened by the interplay between characters, ranging from moments of humor and contentment to wry acceptance of less than auspicious circumstances. Though the film is somewhat long, I feel it is worth the time and look forward to the sequel.