Awesome movie, low expectations

Rating: 8/10 (24 December 2015)

This is the kind of movie you would want to see with friends. The movie picks up right where the first left off. The acting is basically the same as the first, same characters, same plot. I give it a 8 because of not really adding much new content (maybe different disputes different characters, maybe ?) You also may want to see it at night, because it's dim in some scenes. Safe for children as long as there is a parent. Contains moderate violence, not much intensity. Profanity not hardly any. When I saw it I was amazed on the film and budget they put into it. It is truly a must-see for middle-earth fans.
I recommend though watching Part 1 first, as it explains a lot what's going on. The movie pasts expectations, so don't judge it just by the title. For a 2002 movie it is truly epic.