Wow! trilogy tuesday and rotk awesome - The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King Reviews

Fairly true to the book. Awesome eye candy with tons and tons of special effects. Had a great time. I gave it an A-, because I actually thought the end was *too* long. I'd rather have had the cut Saruman scene and the background on the Faramir/Eowyn storyline traded for the 25 minute ending. It kind of lost emotional steam because the climax occurs while there is still a substantial portion of film. But as a tradeoff, I think this movie was the closest to the book of any (or rather, closer to Tolkein's writing).

Maybe everyone should review the movie... - The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King Reviews

Perhaps it'd be best if someone actually reviewed THE MOVIE - not what doesn't appear in it. I am, as many others, an avid Lord of the Rings fan and well aware of the differences between the book and the movie. With that said, this is the last time I mention the book! Oh and for all of you've decided to spoil the scenes and the flow of the movie for everyone, give yourself a little pat on the back...Jerks - why not let people judge the 'flaws' for themselves - there's no need to retell the movie. That's a summary, not a review. This movie has things which I have never before seen in film. You will see the best computer animation to date and will get goosebumps with the fantastically vivid images and wonderful scriptwork. There has NEVER been a movie with a better, more detailed or more moving battle sequence - not even the Helm's Deep scene in the Two Towers. Perhaps the best way to illustrate the sequences in this film, is to compare them with the last movie. I found that Gandalf's and Eomer's charge down the mountain into battle at the Hornburg to be profoundly exhilirating. The Rohirrim preparation and charge onto the Pelennor Fields however sent tears streaming my face. The magnitude of it is awe inspiring. As far as individual characters go, you'll see an extremely more emotional Sam that continually tug at your heartstrings. His scenes are fantastic and the acting is very well done. Don't knock Frodo or Wood's performance without trying to more closely understand his character. I've heard that the character was portrayed poorly and that Frodo is "annoying". What did you expect? The same Frodo we saw embracing Gandalf to begin the Fellowship? Gollum is even more digitally enhanced and steals another scene from himself whilst talking to his reflection in a pool. You also get to see more of his past - something that you should allow yourself to connect with the ring and as such, to Frodo, so you'll understand better what Frodo is dealing with. Theoden has some strong scenes and the character was quite well done. Eowyn finally reveals her true value to the storyline in this movie with one absolutely fantastic scene. Merry and Pippin's roles increase and aren't just there for comic relief any longer! Legolas has his big scene, but Gimli remains as a humourous character when he speaks. They both work incredibly well to tie the main stars together. Look for more Faramir in the Extended version but in this one, you see what he's been dealing with living in the shadow of his older brother. Denethor isn't explained to you as thoroughly as he could've been but then again, Jackson probably didn't want to release a four hour movie, he is well portrayed however. Naturally Gandalf is there again and continues with his role as advisor. Aragorn seems changed! Mortenson takes the character and makes you believe something in him has changed - exactly the way is should be. Again, you'll love the fight scenes and if you're anything of a fan of the story you've seen through the first two movies, this will finish it delightfully for you. I was in tears for a vast part of the movie (kind of embarrassing with my girlfriend there - but then again, chicks dig that stuff) and that's due in part to my empathy I have for so many of the characters. Do yourself a few favours before seeing this movie: 1) Remember that it's a FANTASY, not something that's supposed to happen in real life. 2) Empathize with the characters and the STORY - and what the message of the story is! 3) Let yourself go for 3 1/2 hours and allow yourself to be impressed rather than critical or searching for flaws. Why do you go to movies? To complain about what you didn't enjoy? Not unless your Roger Ebert...Go, get comfortable and do your best to try and enjoy what is sure to remain one of the greatest movies of your time - and children's time. It'll all be much more enjoyable that way.

A tale for the ages... - The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King Reviews

I knew this movie was going to be ge a masterpiece and I was right. I loved the opening scene with Smeagol and his lust for the ring. I felt like it helped give a little bit of a history lesson of the ring. The aftermath of Isengard was cool to see as well(although I was disapointed that Saruman did not show his face even once). The movie stuck with the book in making Sam the real hero. By the time all is said and done you will love Sam. I was very impressed with the army of the dead warriors. They looked even more menacing then the orcs themselves! The camera angles and the the way Peter Jackson tells this story is flawless. Like others have mentioned the Battle of Pleanor Field blows away anything every done before. From every boulder being launched to the lighting of the bonfires flawless.The best scene is the fight between the Witch King and Eowyn, she is a badass and that is putting it lightly. I also liked the graphics of mordor it gave me the chills seeing Saurons eye watching down upon his kingdom. Words can never do this film justice it is a masterpiece that will rule over every trilogy.

Well, i'll always have the books - The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King Reviews

In our times of flash over substance it is not surprising that a movie of this ilk would woo the sheep and would be elevated to a cinematic masterpiece. After the first two movies, I started to develop a theory that peter jackson and his cohorts didn't actually read the books. This inkling was strenghtened by the third movie. Instead, it is my contention that he was cleaning a barn one day and found a dog-eared copy of the cliff-notes and decided to fill in the rest. As someone who has been reading the books off and on for 20 years, I was appalled by the constant and unecessary departures from the book. I can forgive many things. The removal of Tom Bombadil from the story is reasonable. Skipping the incident at the barrow-downs is perfectly understandable. I could even accept an elevated role for Arwen, a relatively minor character in the book. I was willing to overlook these minor departures because I always wanted to see these books on screen, but there were many other incidents that were unforgivable. My first major complaint I guess occured in the two towers. In the movie, it's claimed that the two towers are barad^dur and Orthanc, when in reality the Two Towers are Minas Morgul and Minas Tirith. There was no reason to get this wrong. It doesn't add to the story either way. I also had a problem witht he ents. The entmoot decides to fight, they despise saruman and want to exact revenge for the destruction of the forest. The ents don't need an annoying little fly tricking them into fighting. I also had a problem with helm's deep. At helm's deep, the hurons win the battle for the men of rohan. The hurons aren't even in the theatrical release and are delegated to cleanup duty in the extended dvd. I was actually pretty happy with the movies until the return of the king. In the return of the king, so many great elements from the book are completely thrown out the window in exchange for sappy melodrama. I won't bore a potential reader with all my complaints, I'm already getting bored writing this but I did have one glaring problem with the return of the king, namely the end. In the book, the hobbits return to the shire and find it destroyed. A gang of malcontents and republicans have taken over the shire and turned it into a wasteland and a happles and pathetic saruman has taken over bag-end. By the end of the "scouring the shire" chapter saruman and worm-tongue are dead. This is an imprtant part of the book. It ties up all the loose ends explaining what happened to saruman once he loses his powers and also exemplifies on of the themes that can be gleaned from the books that evel will not win if good is willing to stand up for waht is right ( Yea, I think it's lame to, but remember, these books were written by a guy who spent most have his career studying the intimate details of beowulf). None of this is in the movie, in fact christopher lee isn't in the movie at all. It's an imprtatnt part of the story that saruman has lost his powers and it is because of his association with sauron and none of this was in the movie. It was replaced by the kind of sentimental crap one would expect would be confined to a special episode of blossom (I'm dating myself I guess) To sum up, it's about time. I guess my main problem with the movies is that there were constant departures from the book that were completely unecessary and a more faithful interpretation of the book would have been more satisfying.

I have no words.... - The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King Reviews

Just that....I'm speechless. The battles left me slack-jawed one minute and giggling with glee the next, the acting was the best I have seen in years, surpassing even that of the first two movies, and there several times when I just couldn't help but cheer really loud (luckily everyone else was doing it too). Pippin really stuck out for me. He changes a lot in this movie. It's the first time in the trilogy that he is separated from Merry and it's obvious how terribly alone and lost he feels. He has several terrific (and heartwrenching) moments. Gandalf is gorgeous in this movie and has some great moments and really awesome battle scenes that are all his. And oh man, Elijah Wood and Sean Astin...there's no way they can both get the Oscar, but they both deserve it, as does Andy Serkis (Smeagol/Gollum), and since he gets a moment in this movie as a non-CGI character, he just may get his shot at the gold. :D Don't listen to anyone who tells you the ending is bad. Jackson stays true to the book with ALL the endings as correct as they can be (minus the scouring of course). They are pure gold and packed with emotion. Go see this as soon as you can and don't forget the most important thing: lots of tissues!!

To all the retards - The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King Reviews

First of all, I would like to say something to all the readers. Who the hell cares if Jackson left parts out and didnt fulfill your incessant need to actually watch a movie that will perfectly imitate the book. It's like a script...it is only based on the writing.......everything else is invented to make "YOU" see the book through the eyes of Jackson. I think Jackson is fukking brilliant for making a movie like that. No one can make a movie that is based on a book, completely perfect. It just wouldnt work. Do you know why? Because books are made for you to imagine. And Jackson already helped you with that part. The only part you play is see how he sees it. Whoever thinks this movie is crap or stupid, should try and make a movie that will earn $125 Million in 5 days.....anything else before that.....should all shut the fukk up.

Best movie of the three & best movie of the year!! - The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King Reviews

I just got back from seeing The Return of the King, and I am blown away. The excellent plot will always keep you in suspense. In the end everything is summed up, and no holes are left, as in many other movies that are made today. Breathtaking special effects make you wonder if certain scenes are real or CGI. This movie also has a perfect mix of both tragedy and comedy. You will find yourself laughing one minute, and crying the next. If you see one movie this year make it Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King!!