Amazing

Rating: 10/10 (19 December 2001)

What a treat it must have been to watch this movie and have no idea what the story line entails. I found myself excited, amazed, and thrilled as I followed the story line, even though I knew everything that was about to happen. My wife who has never read LOR, or any fantasy book for that matter was asking me all sorts of questions about what was going to happen in the next two films. The scenery was stunning and I found myself thinking to myself, that is exactly how I pictured it in my head when I originally read the books. The portrayal by the main characters was right on target. Ian McKellen as Gandalf the Grey was far and above any expectations I had for his character. I don't think I am going out on a limb when I say he should be a shoo in for best supporting actor. Elijha Wood plays Frodo to a tee as the meek, unassuming, plain hero.
The real winners here are the hoards of young children I saw at opening night. I hope they are inspired and go on to follow and support the genre of fantasy for generations to come.