LORD OF THE RINGS

A rich tale of good vs. evil tells the story of one hobbit’s journey to destroy the Ring of Power.

This movie, more than any other I have seen, challenges the heart and the mind simultaneously. The characters plights’ and story line involve the viewer emotionally, while conveying a rich allegory of good vs. evil with profound symbolism. The cinematography is beautiful with New Zealand’s landscapes accentuating the vision of Peter Jackson. Howard Shore’s score provides one of the most moving, and distinct soundtracks in recent memory. The ensemble acting is top notch, with the talents of Sir Ian McKellen, Bernard Hill, Andy Serkis, and Sean Astin shining bright in their roles. The epic action sequences are stunning in their power and beauty, the dialogue is engaging, the special effects are simply amazing, and groundbreaking for the time. Simply put, this movie has everything to offer to any fan of film. It touches the heart, stimulates the mind, pleases the eye, and leaves one wanting to be a better person becauses of this movie. This is as good as it gets!!!
By: Peter Winstead