Great First Installment

Rating: 10/10 (13 April 2017)

Peter Jackson taking on The Lord of the Rings books and creating a live action trilogy of films was a gigantic undertaking. One which paid off in creating one of the greatest film trilogies of all time. If all three films were one continuous film it would easily be the greatest film of all time. It all started with this first chapter being a commercial and critical success. I enjoy Fellowship of the ring the most out of all three films, its world is created with total love of the source material. Including great Sfx and model work, along with stunning vistas of New Zealand. Peter Jackson however never forgets that it his is characters that keep his world small and intimate. Great works especially from Elijah Wood, Sean Astin, Ian McKellen, Vigo Mortensen whom anchor the entire film series. I find it hard to find anyone in the entire cast whom is not well suited to their roles. The story contains epic battles, friendships, death, love, hope, freedom. Try and watch the excellent extended edition. The film is recommended to anyone old enough watch it, it is a truly outstanding piece of cinema that will be remembered for a long time to come.