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Summary: Exceptional viewing
Review: This DVD set was a joy to watch. The documentaries are amazing and will, in my opinion, answer every "How on earth did they do that?" you could possibly have. I especially enjoyed hearing the cast commentary while the extended version of the movie played in the background. Their exclamations of surprise and pleasure at the scenes now included, plus their behind-the-scenes stories made me feel like I'd watched a home movie with close personal friends. I'd recommend this set to anyone who loves movies and Tolkien. And if I knew how to send a thank you card to Peter Jackson, I'd do it!
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Summary: Breathtaking
Review: This DVD sets a new standard for the DVD market in general. Not only does it contain the first movie in the trilogy, which was worth the money I paid for it, it also contains in-depth commentary from the director who previews part two of the triology. The preview was good, but begs the question, what characters from the book will they leave in and what will they cut out? Probably one of the most debated issues from Lord of the Ring's junkies I know of. I am not a Lord of the Rings junkie, but I do appreciate the quality of this DVD and the filmaking that went into it. Most DVDs have special features, but these are actually worth watching. A must see.
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Summary: Almost!!
Review: This DVD special edition is beautiful: packaging, presentation, bounus material and picture and sound quality, are top notch.The bonus scenes are carefully integrated in the re-editing of the movie and are specially satisfying for fans of the Rings books, plus they make the movie flow much better and help bring the Tolkien spirit forth. However...damnit!!! It's still not the full version!
The filmed orcs-pursuit-into-Lothlorien (and who knows what else) sequence is not included. Shall we have to wait for the 6dvd version?? On the bonus material, perhaps most interesting is witnessing Alan Lee and John Howe's (Tolkien illustrators) active involvement in the art development, and also the tremendous and almost-impossible effort in bringing this epic to life. All in all great, but...definitive?
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Summary: The GREATEST DVD ever!!!!!!
Review: This DVD, in short, is FANTASTIC! The bonus features are awesome (especially disk 4) the extended version of the film was perfect and added a lot to the story, and the commentaries were extremely interesting. this is definantly worth the extra money if you are a LOTR fan. Or even if you're not, still condier borrowing or renting this set!
Now, if there were only some way to get rid of Arwen's annoying voice...
and for the record, Legolas is extremely fine.
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Summary: I've watched this eight times at least.
Review: This edition is fantastic. The extended scenes add a lot to the movie, and the appendices (all six hours!) are very interesting. One of my favorite parts is the cast commentary; its actually pretty funny! There are also two Easter eggs, a parody of the Council of Elrond scene on disc one, and a trailer for The Two Towers on disc two. I define a great movie as something you can watch twice in one week and still find interesting, well, this movie is like that. My only complaint was that the thirty minutes of extra scenes isn't long enough. Basically, this is a must-have.
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Summary: You'll never tire watching this masterpiece
Review: This edition of The Fellowship of the Ring is even better than the theatrical release. There are so many extended and bonus scenes that add to this gem of a film. It enhances the movie and the beginning of Frodo's quest to take the ring to Mount Doom to ensure its destruction. Great bonuses included in this package is the making of the film, interviews with all the stars, drawings and interviews with Peter Jackson and the rest of the people responsible for producing this classic. You also get a good look at where the film was shot in New Zealand, behind the scenes stories and incidents that happened during the filming. If you must buy The Fellowship of the Ring make sure its this addition because you really get alot more for your money with all the extras. To sum it up a five-star DVD/film set to say the least.
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Summary: Simply superb
Review: This edition of The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring is simply superb. The additonal and extended scenes increase the depth of the movie and add a sense of time passing in many instances such as the scene in the Green Dragon. The presentation of the Gifts of Galadriel, left out of the theatric version, were perhaps the most welcome addition.
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Summary: visually stunning.
Review: This expertly directed film by Peter Jackson deserves to be seen just for this man's directing talent alone. Just how talented is he? Well let me say this. I was totally engaged by this film even though I thought the depiction of the Lord of the Rings story was very average. It was more sword and sorcery than Tolkien. I thought the performances by the primary actors were very good (especially Wood, McKellen and Bloom). However, I wish the hobbit protagonists would have done a little more fighting on their own. It seems like they're riding Mortennsen's coat tails. I guess that means I'll probably enjoy the Two Towers a little more since the fellowship is now scattered and The Two Towers promises bigger and better battle sequences. All in all the Fellowship of the Ring, while definitely not a film classic(You hear me all you idiots who made this the number one film of all time on IMDB.), is worth seeing because of Jackson's directing talent, Elijah Wood's brilliant acting(best actor under 30 today bar none), and splendid effects. There should be an investigation if Peter Jackson doesn't win a best director oscar. Elijah Wood deserves at least an oscar nomination.
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Summary: Pure Greatness, really captures the essence of Tolkien!
Review: This extended edition DVD is just plain awesome, giving you over 30 minutes more film and hours of bonus content. If you've ever read the LOTR books, I'm sure you realized that the movies stray a little from the books, not a lot, but they do. With the extended version, you learn so much more about the story and you gain a better understanding about certain characters and events. Some additions to the movie are long sequences and others are just seconds in length. Such as one seen where Lurtz licks his own blood off Aragorn's knife, useless, but fun. You will see many parts from the book that were left out of the theatrical version of FOTR. I highly recommend buying this four disc set and can't wate until the extended cuts for the next movies come out!
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Summary: Extended Edition - The Lord of the Rings
Review: This Extended Edition is a must for true Tolkien fans. Peter Jacksons personal vision for this film is deepened with this version.
The additional scenes - while not the most important to the film - add depth and nuance to the story. These are small touches that add wonderful information that will have fans smiling with delight.
The comentary is fun (cast comentary is very funny at times - look for the Tig game) and extensive. This is a Must DVD for Fantasy Fans and lovers of great film.
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