Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring

Approval Rate: 78%

78%Approval ratio

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    thatoneperson

    Thu Dec 31 2009

    not as good as the hype. longer than the book

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    jedi58

    Thu Jan 15 2009

    I read and enjoyed the books long before the film was announced, and thankfully I enjoyed the film just as much. I enjoyed the film so much I hope to see some of the places it was filmed next year.

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    frankswildyear_s

    Mon Jan 12 2009

    I finally made it through the films over the Christmas Holidays, having on two previous occassions attempted and failed to make it through the first film (the first time I was really tired and fell asleep, the second time I think I had something else that I really needed to get done, like gardening or something). I am decidedly not a sci-fi fantasy fan, and couldn't imagine plowing through the incredibly dense books - 90% of what I read is non-fiction. All of that said, there was no doubt that the films were handsomely mounted epic spectacles, and that the production value was absolutely top notch. It was reasonably engaging even for someone who really wasn't that interested in the genre. You could feel the brevity in the narative, with spots where some character or other made a speach that was clearly for the purpose of filling in leaps in the written story for the sake of keeping the films to a reasonable running time. It didn't turn me into a Lord of the Rings fan, but I en... Read more

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    hondarider91

    Tue Oct 21 2008

    The best one out of the three.  In This film, you are introduced to the main characters (My favorite being Boromir) as they embark out their adventure to destroy the ring of Sauron. The film is incredible.  Near the end of the movie their fellowship falls apart, and Frodo and Sam set off on their own journey without everyone else.  The end is sad in a way but leaves you totally ready for the next movie.

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    fb549726214

    Sat Sep 20 2008

    No me pirro por los libros, ni los juguetes, ni demás merchandising... pero hay que reconocer que la peli está bien

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    macabre64

    Thu Aug 14 2008

    This trilogy makes my top 50 of all time

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    spike65

    Sat Jul 26 2008

    I read the books about 35 years before this movie came out. I think this trilogy was about as close as you could come to recreating the books. It was a wise choice to film the series in New Zealand too. What beautiful scenery! The only thing that was a bit tiresome for me were the computer animated fills during the battle scenes. A minor quibble.

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    christie_p

    Fri Jul 25 2008

    way too long

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    3_leana

    Tue Jul 22 2008

    loooved it

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    jennifer

    Tue Jul 22 2008

    Ya know honestly I'm just not a huge fan of the Lord of the Rings Trilogy...I know I'm weird.

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    haji849

    Tue Jul 22 2008

    Best movie/story ever!

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    iamjeff

    Sat Jul 05 2008

    Read the books, much better than someone else's version

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    hurricane_alicia

    Fri Jun 27 2008

    haven't seen...sounds boring

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    liz7b74b

    Wed Jun 11 2008

    The entire trilogy is awesome.. I own them all and saw them all on the big screen. If you didn't get that opportunity I'm sorry, the battle scenes are so worth it !!!

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    myspace_365158273

    Wed Jun 04 2008

    I love these movies! I could watch them over & over!

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    maz95458

    Wed Jun 04 2008

    Gotta luv LOTR!

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    myspace_116198972

    Mon May 26 2008

    Hobbits are fun

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    trebon1038

    Mon Mar 24 2008

    Im probably the only one on the planet that hasn't seen this movie...

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    fb527418657

    Sat Mar 22 2008

    Loved the books - adored the movies

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    fb586884740

    Sat Mar 22 2008

    I didn't think anyone would ever be able t film this. Be sure to read the books, too.

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    genghisthehun

    Tue Mar 18 2008

    I give this a pass, I could take it or leave it.

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    twansalem

    Fri Mar 14 2008

    Wow, talk about one of the most overrated movies of all time. Yes, the battle scenes were incredible. But the storyline is incredibly boring. Why am I supposed to care about some goofy hobbit?

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    richardmarshal

    Sun Jan 27 2008

    A great film, despite Jackson insinuating Tolkien would have approved his references to drug use. The least crooked of the films, the truest to the books. Some scenes favoured action over atmosphere, which is understandable given the three hour length and the correct decision to create a blockbuster rather than attempt a masterpiece. The first seven minutes were the best part of the films, perhaps the only part that captures the books atmospheric intent through script as skillfully as it does through costumes. A little too fast paced to be able to syncronize itself wholly with the book, which is understandable given Jackson's blockbuster philosophy and the fact there were three films and not six.

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    fdgf5854

    Mon Nov 05 2007

    sdfsrffz fotze

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    cimbrel30

    Tue Oct 09 2007

    I really enjoyed it, it hooked me up to the trilogy

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    missussnow

    Thu Jun 21 2007

    Love this movie (and the sequels). Makes my heart longing for... for what?

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    pixarfan2007

    Tue May 08 2007

    I give this movie a 4. A Hobbit named Frodo inherits a ring from Bilbo and he learns that the ring is evil and must be destroyed. He goes on a quest with Gandalf, a wizard, Sam, a hobbit who's Frodo's friend, and many others. I gave this movie a 4 because there was a lot left out of the book.

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    nenyae5a

    Sat Sep 23 2006

    Amazing movie.A very big bravo for the cast and crew of the film.It's simply the best movie!

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    jeremy00081

    Wed Sep 13 2006

    I could watch this movie over and over if I had the time. A great story. One of the few films that made me feel for the characters.

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    coloneloneill

    Sun Apr 09 2006

    Less exciting but more addicting than the other two movies. It can't be beat. By the way, Peter Jackson is going to be producing the movie of Halo. No joke.

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    oscargamblesfr_o

    Thu Feb 09 2006

    I'll try to keep it short, being a Tolkien junkie and all... it differed from the books a fair amount, but as a movie it was incredible and the effects were astounding, plus the acting was generally solid to very good.

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    virginia_watson

    Sun Feb 05 2006

    This is an exiting movie, grate for all ages, one you see it you want to see them all, Great for Familys to see togeter.

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    blueorchid

    Wed Dec 14 2005

    An absolutely beautiful movie. The directing impresses me to an undying end.

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    inoitall

    Sat Oct 29 2005

    Loooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo ng.... and boring.

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    bam11e19

    Fri Oct 14 2005

    I think Lord of the Rings is a great game and it is interesting because you get to kill also you can fight orcs.

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    shadowlink

    Wed Aug 10 2005

    Great begining to a trilogy, barlog was very cool!

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    fantasyfalles

    Mon Jul 04 2005

    So cool!

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    cage_rules

    Thu May 26 2005

    I am sorry, I tried, I really did, but this movie is incredibly BORING....drags on forever and ever.

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    louiethe20th

    Fri May 20 2005

    What can ya say that hasn't already been said about these great epic films.Cannot wait for more of Peter Jackson's works.

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    maomania

    Sun Feb 27 2005

    It was a good movie. I think that movie felt long. There was not that much action in this one. A lot of background information and get to know the character. It was an important movie, but I liked the other 2 better.

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    mooselover

    Thu Feb 24 2005

    The dullest of the LOTR Trilogy. Though it gets and extra star for great special effect, a wonderful score, and some good acting the film was just very boring. It lasted way too long than it needed too and the story was very complicated to keep up leaving loads of flaws. Definatly an overrated movie!

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    eleutheromania_c

    Sun Jan 23 2005

    All of the LOTR movies are simply overrated. They were good, but they weren't THAT good.

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    cartman117

    Sun Dec 05 2004

    Great WAr scene(s)more story than war atleast it made sense.

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    djahuti

    Tue Nov 16 2004

    The movie looked great,the acting and casting was incredible.You should still READ THE BOOK,as quite a lot was left out.Hollywood always sacrifices depth in favor of longer and absurdly unrealistic fight scenes.

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    sfalconer

    Fri Aug 20 2004

    This movie is a rare thing these days, a true epic made with great photography and taken from a marvalous peice of literature. A wonderful begining to the trilogy.

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    ansgard

    Fri Jul 09 2004

    Great movie. battle scenes are fantastic...amazing story

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    iamopinionated

    Sat Jun 05 2004

    In my opinion the best of the trilogy. There's actually a story to follow rather than just fighting. It's a great movie, and while it's long and may get old, it's worth seeing.

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    ellie_4_jd_rw_n_gv

    Wed May 19 2004

    It's good but a bit drawn out!

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    richard_howson

    Fri May 14 2004

    I love when Frodo disappeared up the Ring!