I laughed, I cried, I saw it again and again and again...

Rating: 10/10 (15 March 2002)

When I first saw this wondrous movie, I was against it. Then the light exploded, and Middle-earth was brought to me, in a way I had never envisioned, nor even heard of. Ian McKellen (sp?) surpassed my wildest dreams as Gandalf, as did every other member of the cast.
Never before have I been so entranced by a movie on the silver screen. I was blown out of my seat by the Power of the sound effects, the beauty of the scenery, and the overall stunning world of Middle-earth which Peter Jackson has created. The music was overpowering, as I had to ask many people for extra tissues.
This is an Oscar worthy movie. This is MORE than an Oscar-worthy movie, it's a Legend conceived. This is why I have been to the movies 7 times already, and am going back for more.
It was humorous, dramatic, stunning, and spell-binding. An once-in-a-lifetime undertaking. If I could rate this film, I would. But it can rate itself. Kudos to Jackson, and everyone.