For the record .....

Rating: 10/10 (13 January 2003)

When I began to write this, there were 4,053 registered user comments on this film. I doubt that anyone will ever read this, but as an avid IMDb user, I feel like it is almost my duty to register my comments.

I loved this film. I had not read the books and it mercilessly left in the dust, but no matter. from sheer craftsmanship and filmmaking, it can be enjoyed. The special edition DVD is a must own.
There is so much skill, care and (yes, I'll say it) love put into this film, that it is hard not to like. It requires a knowledge of the books, but that can be gained. Peter Jackson set out with a nearly impossible task of bringing Middle Earth to life and triumphed.
I cannot call this in the all time top ten, but I think that in time, the three films will be viewed together as one of the most important event is film history. **** out of ****.