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Summary: Wait for the extended version coming out in November
Review: A huge fan of the books, I really enjoyed this DVD, until....I played one of the features on the bonus CD, to see that there is another version coming out in November - with an additional 30 minutes footage directly in the movie. They gave a few sneak peaks of that footage, and it adds a lot more richness to the characters and the plot.As a result, I was hugely disappointed that I had purchased a DVD that I will want to throw away in 3 months - actually, I felt conned. Not to take away from what is a spectacular movie - but I don't agree with an approach of releasing 2 versions within 3 months of each other and both prior to the 2nd movie coming out. I NEVER would have purchased this movie if I had known about the extended edition first. If you REALLY have to see this moive NOW, then by all means get it. If not, I would advise you to maybe rent it and wait for the extended edition to purchase a copy.
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Summary: A Must See Film!
Review: A huge thank you and congratulations to Peter Jackson and everyone who took part in bringing Lord Of The Rings - Fellowship Of The Ring to life. It had all the ingredients of a great film: tragety, hapiness, suprise, action, drama and a touch of romance. For anyone who has not seen this film, I recommend it very much seeing how I have seen it 7 times already and will surely be going again soon. Again, thank you to Peter. Keep the films rolling bud. I am proud to say i'm a Kiwi!!!
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Summary: I've seen it 15 Times
Review: A marvelous first edition to the Lord of the Rings trilogy, this movie captures the beauty, scope and humanity (even in hobbits and elves and dwarves)decribed by Tolkien in his tales. I was especially impressed with the characterizations of Merry and Pippin, and Sam and Frodo. What marvelous hobbits they are. The technical wizardry is thrilling, the landscapes are breathtaking, and the acting is top-notch. Not s single character was left "hollow" or "flat"; even Gollum in his abbreviated appearance was given three dimensions. It's a wonderful film... Seeing it so many times,too, you pick up on little things: like Legolas walking ON TOP of the snow, while everyone else is chest-deep in it. That image alone spoke volumes about the handsome elve's cat-like abilities without saying a word... It's marvelous. You MUST see it!
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Summary: Pure Genious, Every Detail worked out to perfection WOW!!!
Review: A masterpiece that should be looked on for a long time to come. This is the great world of Literary Genious J.R. Token and the amazing life he lived that imspired him to creat such a world. Amazing!!
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Summary: Finest Fantasy ever made: among the finest films EVER
Review: A MASTERPIECE! This challenging novel, for which epic is too small a word, comes to life in a thrilling and gloriously beautiful adaptation of Tolkien's much beloved novel. Told with respect and grace, it captures the atmosphere of the story with clarity and combines scenes of peace and beauty with thrilling moments of action and terror. Elijah Wood is the angelic Frodo, whose innocent air is perfect in this role of a young man who must bear the burden of the world's most terrible secret and powerful weapon. Charged with this immense responsibility, a small team of companions accompany him on his quest to destroy this terrible and tempting treasure. Ian McKellen got robbed of an Oscar and Elijah Wood got robbed of a nomination. An absolute must see! If you have never read the novels, never fear. You will truly enjoy this exquisite and extraordinary film which builds its alien yet familiar world with a sense of reality never achieved in any overblown Lucasfilm story. LOTR is an immense achievement.
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Summary: An epic movie for an epic book.
Review: A movie cannot tell all the details that make a book a literary masterpiece but "Fellowship Of The Ring" comes close. A visual masterpiece. Pure enjoyment. How good was it? A the start of the three hour movie I needed to go to the bathroom. I dared not miss a thing so I didn't. So good, in fact, that I will go again in the next week.
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Summary: Loved it
Review: A must see for a true Tolkien fan and, if you haven't read the books, this fills in the gaps in the story they didnt have room for.
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Summary: AMAZING!!!
Review: A perfect translation from the book with fantastic acting, action, musical stylings! I'm wating with bated breath for the next chapter.
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Summary: Well Done.
Review: A pervious attempt to capture the magic of this classic trilogy was an embarrassment to Tolkien himself. Thankfully, this new attempt to create an onscreen masterpiece has hit the mark. The scenery was amazing and the characters were all very well cast. The formula for an increadible movie was created when Tolkien wrote his books all those years ago and Wingnut Films has created the start of what looks to be a promising and wonderful trilogy. The story itself follows closely to the book, however there are a few deviations and ommisions in the film, but that helps cut down on overdetailing and dragging out scenes. The movie does not ruin the book and the book does not ruin the movie, they actually compliment each other and should be enjoyed together. Whether you are or are not familiar with the story, I highly recommend that you view this movie. It combines an amazing storyline with delightful sights and thrilling action. This is an instant classic that will be enjoyed for many years to come.
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Summary: Brilliant piece of work, great edition of additions
Review: A phenomenal story that will engage the imagination into belief. Hours later the story and images are still turning over and over in my mind -- the quest is so compelling and destined, it is impossible to let go. I may have to run out to a theater an watch the Twin Towers this evening. Other reviewers have likened it to the Star Wars epics, and I agree along with the caveat that this has far more moral thread and emotional resonance. Add to this a wonderous sense of mystery, dread, true magic and transformation and there is the stuff of myth is these 3 short hours of movie. This DVD edition is worth it. Just the other day I was debating the merits of the extras found on most DVD's with a friend. His argument, which is true sometimes, is that the extra scenes and bits end up on the cutting room floor for a reason. If the piece of art can't stand up on its own, then that's a problem in the first place. The edition has scenes that enrich the story, fills in a few gaps, and adds to the richness of the thing. After watching, you're either going to watch the whole thing again or dive into the commentary. It's not like you really have a choice.
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