Loved it-- but let's get perspective on a few things

Rating: Null/10 (4 January 2002)

Yes, I thoroughly enjoyed this movie. I feel a little sheepish because I think I'm obsessed with it right now (or maybe I'm just obsessed with Legolas). If pressed for my rating, I'd give it a 9 or even 10/10. My face hurt from smiling for 3 hours at things I'd finally seen realized on film.
But, some perspective on many things I've read in the user comments.
Do I feel this is the greatest movie (or even ONE of the greatest) movies of all time? Not necessarily, but do any of you really give a flying Balrog? If not, why are you surprised or indignant that LOTR "took over" spots from "The Godfather" or "The Shawshank Redemption"?
For heaven's sake, this is IMDB, not the American Film Institute. Taking nothing away from IMDB, which I find to be an invaluable resource for looking up movies, actors, directors, and keeping up with popular culture--I don't come to IMDB for critical mass from readers. IMDB is simply looking at user ratings from people like you and me, and frankly, I don't trust any of you (the feeling should be mutual--my gosh, for all you know, my 2nd favorite film of all time might be "It's Pat").
Bottom line is that this is a film that most viewers are enjoying, either for its faithfulness to the book, its stunning cinematography, the sense of adventure, or yes, even the cute boys. If you think this film sucked, I won't insult you..but I do feel a little bit sorry for you that you couldn't let go and enjoy it.