I have to say I was not familiar with the books when it cames out. But I was still eager to see it. Why ? Because it's so rich. It's unbelievable to think one single man could give birth to such an amazing world. Peoples, lands, legends, monsters, even languages and writing...How uncanny.
I will not make a summary of the story because everyone knows it. And actually, I will speak for the three movies, as I know, Tolkien himself was considering it like a big fairy tale for adults. All the actors are amazing. Perfect Gandalf, stunning Saroumane, amazing Gimli...I could talk about the whole cast. I even have to mention all the extra and the crew. What an awesome work with the models, the shots...
The story could have take place in our world. "Forest will burn in the fire of industry..." History became legend, legend became myth...". It's all the mankind story in those words. I've got to say that the boxing of special collector's edition long version is like a treasure for me, appearing like three old books, containing the greatest and the most epic story of our time. Sir Tolkien, you will be remembered. You're now part of the legend you create. Hail to the Ring. Hail to the King. Hail to all Fantasy lovers who likes these tales full of dragons, brave warriors and evil lords.
