Okay, it's good, but the CG and length are excessive. - 8 of 10

Rating: 8/10 (30 December 2003)

I have enjoyed the LOTR trilogy as much as anyone, but the computer graphics got a bit out of hand for my tastes in this one. The sets are fantastic, but they could've worked a little harder on the special effects to make them seem a bit more real. Aside from that, I wonder how someone can easily breath sulfur gas, wonder why stories must be so tidy, and remember that intermissions are a good thing. I loved the film, but a few things make it less powerful than the first (which I rank the best of the three), but a magnificent film and story, nonetheless. Bring dinner and a pillow. 8 of 10