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Summary: Lord of the Rings 2: Quest Harder
Review: The coming out on DVD of an extended edition of "The Two Towers" gives me a chance to air some of my thoughts regarding Peter Jackson's adaptational techniques before they are buried under several hundred other (probably rave) reviews. And though, like these other reviewers, I too appreciate the hard-work, dedication, and expert craftsmanship that have gone into making this version of "Lord of the Rings" the most stunning yet to appear on film, I do not think history will be kind to it in the end.This is not b/c I am a Tolkien purist, or do not understand the fundamental differences between literature and film. I generally liked "Fellowship", and fully approved of the changes made to the story whenever they served the interests of narrative or pacing. My only complaint with it was that it often felt too much like an action movie, with no pauses to build tension, mood, or atmosphere as the characters went from one battle (or chase) to the other. Sadly, these genre tendencies have only been exaggerated in the second film, and have taken it over to such an extent that even fundamental plot points have been altered just to better fit the zig-zag rising action pattern of most action movies. This explains not only major changes (the battle with the Wargs, Aragorn's "death"), but also minor ones (Gandalf's warning that retreating to Helm's Deep only created a trap; Merry & Pippin having to "trick" Treebeard into intervening). In most action films, everything the heroes achieve until the final confrontation either have mixed results, or are a choice between evils, as this ratchets up the tension. "The Two Towers" slavishly follows this formula, hence the deviations from text which have so infuriated some Tolkien fans. Such changes as were made I would be willing to endure and more if they produced a film that still kept the dignity and moral seriousness of the books; as is, though, I think what's been created is a medieval version of "Independence Day", and fans will, in the end, turn just as savagely on this film as they did on that other one.
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Summary: Epic sequel
Review: Where LOTR: The Fellowship of the Rings was a set up for what the next two movies would be about, The Two Towers jumps in and moves at a much quicker pace than the first one. As good as the first one was, the pace, action and suspense far outweigh the Fellowship in many ways. With continuation of the battle for middle Earth, humans are forced to stand their ground at secluded keep in the mountians, knowing full well that a huge battle is to come. Wholly outmatched and out numbered, they bravely take posts knowing that if Gandalf the White doesn't return with an army, all will be lost. There is no doubt that the scale of this movie could not have been accurate had CGI not progrssed to what it is today. The massive armies number in the hundreds of thousands, and you can see it. For great grand epic adventures, this one tops them all.
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Summary: The lord of the rings
Review: A must buy movie! Great for everyone! The good thing about the "Two Towers." The good thing is there really is no blood at all. So anyone could watch it. I can't wait for it to come out on dvd and video! There are some scary monsters in it though, but everyone should know that! I will give it 5/5!
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Summary: The Best Movie Ever!
Review: This movie is so good because,to me, it has all the elements of,well, a good movie! I have read all the books and loved them too. The movie and the book are very,not compelely,alike.
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Summary: A GREAT CONTINUATION
Review: Adding to the already great hit, the fellowship of the ring comes the platinum set of the two towers. This should be the best way ever to watch this movie. This is a must add to your collection. The main reason is it adds 45 minutes of never seen before footage into the movie, not including the 5 hours of bonus material! I cant wait. It will be a great thing to see before the release of the return of the king
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Summary: a mix of comedy,action,and drama
Review: i think this is the best movie i have ever seen. it has great battle sceens, it has some very funny stuff, like when golum starts too have his double personality. i think the best part of the movie is when they have the battle of helms deep...
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Summary: The Two Towers Delivers
Review: The Two Towers was the greatest movie of 2002.The movie diverges from the book on some (in my opinion) minor plot points. But it follows the journey of the sundered Fellowship very well. From the dramatic opening to the close of the movie, The Two Towers delivers action, romance, drama, and a wee bit of comedy (courtesy of the wonderful Gimli the Dwarf). Everything about this movie is wonderful, from the battle of Helm's Deep to the Ents (which took my breath away). The development of the character Gollum was amazing. The only plot change I don't like is Faramir wanting the ring. I like the book versio of Faramir's encounter with the ring much better. Anyway, the acting is amazing, special effects spectacular, and the plot is wonderful. This movie is wonderful and it deserves 5 stars.
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Summary: The best movie I've ever seen!
Review: So what if they strayed a little off the book while making the movie. It only made the movie better! I also liked Faramir's personality in the movie better. The Lord of the Ring's actors are some of the best actors in the world. The battle of Helm's Deep was Spectacular! If you gave this movie less than 5 stars, I advise you to seek some therapy. Can't wait until the two towers is released on video/DVD! Also can't wait until the Return of the King, December 17th, 2003!
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Summary: What happened here? Part 1 was Great, this one well. . .
Review: How can this film have been so bad after the wonderful work we were treated to in the first movie? The noble Ents are poorly done "Rock-biters" (See "Never-ending Story") and have lost the wisdom and nobility they had in books. How could the same crew that wowed us with the Balrog give us jerky, fake looking Ents? The dragons look slightly less menacing than a sick salamander and show the same shoddy work given the Ents. Golum as a character was great. The battle between both personalities was fun to watch, but here again the CGI work was lacking. I was disappointed that even here in our new star of the film the muscle tone isn't performing as it should. When limbs flex, muscles bulge and crease around the joints. Other CGI characters have shown this, why not Golum? Mary and Pippin have been reduced to no importance at all and the movie has changed the path that Frodo and Sam took (and sadly, not for the better). Changes in the book are fine if done well (like the first movie) but the changes here have watered the story down and caused me to lose my enthusiasm for this work.
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Summary: TTT Extended Edition Will Enrich Original
Review: If you liked The Two Towers in theatres, there is no doubt you will drool over this Extended Edition coming out this November. It is packed with hours of special features and over 30 minutes of new added-in film footage. One thing you also need to keep in mind is that the special features are totally new and different from the theatrical DVD. If you want those special features (trailers, Gollum's Song music video, etc.) you'll have to buy that DVD also. If you aren't sure if this box set is worth paying for, just check out the Extended Edition for The Fellowship of the Ring. If you like that Extended Edition, this one will be yet another masterpiece you have to own. I have also heard that we will be introduced to Denethor, a character from The Return of the King. No, I haven't watched The Two Towers Extended Edition yet, but I can already tell you this edition of the film will be a must-have. Your DVD collection will not be complete without The Two Towers Extended Edition.
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