Middle Earth is back and is as PERFECT as it has always been

Rating: 10/10 (15 November 2012)

'The Fellowship of the Ring (2001)' marked the beginning of a new era of film making. The first film was made with such care and love for J.R.R Tolkien's work and many people were unsure if 'The Two Towers' would be as good. One word answers everyone's doubts: YES
This is still a legendary film, although I prefer the first and third a little more than 'The Two Towers' but by no means was this a bad film. The film may seem like it dragged on in certain situations but the film came off in style.
J.R.R Tolkien's two biggest strengths with the Vol 3 and 4 of his Lord of the Rings novel, or 'The Two Towers' novel were the way that Gollum was introduced and everything about Rohan. This film caps it off in amazing style. Gollum was brought to the big screen in the most amazing way possible. It was so well done. Edoras and everything about Rohan was superbly filmed and I loved the addition of Grima Wormtongue into this film. He, much like Saruman, is filled with pure hate for the good guys.
However, both the acting by EVERY single cast member was brilliant. Sir Ian McKellen was back, and he ABSOLUTELY NAILED the role of Gandalf the White. Legendary actor Sir Christopher Lee also nails the role of Saruman, whilst Hugo Weaving, Cate Blanchett, Viggo Mortensen, Andy Serkis and pretty much every actor puts out such a powerful performance.
The special effects and the cinematography was superb. The way they showed several places such as mountains and Mordor with descending or ascending shots was superb. The special effects are beyond amazing! The score for the film is untouched. Howard Shore ABSOLUTELY KICKS-ASS with his music. Many may say that John Williams or Hans Zimmer would've been better, but I disagree. Howard Shore was able to pull you right into Middle-Earth and the Elvish-type soundtracks were amazing.
The film did choose to go through different paths from the book but the film was purely amazing! One of the best scenes in this film were Gandalf releasing Theoden and the entire build up to the Battle of Helm's Deep. It was so intense and full of drama.
****FULL SPOILER DETAIL**** -The Battle for Helm's Deep- Every single thing about the Battle of Helm's Deep was awesome. I loved how they should some awesome moments for all three characters and the whole idea of 'seeing higher kill count' was awesome. The fact that the elves joined the battle and that they all die is extremely sad. Legolas' badass moments where he skateboards the shield and shoots down the ladder holder were awesome. I liked the entire Dwarf-tossing idea. The end of the battle where Gandalf and the Rohirrim arrive is done so well and seeing the Uruk-hai finally flee was brilliant
-Gollum- Gollum is one of the greatest motion picture history characters. From the very moment you see him in the films, Gollum casts such a strangely awesome feeling to you. Andy Serkis absolutely kills at being Gollum! The way it ended with Gollum finally betraying the Hobbits once more was brilliant
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Definitely a must see!