Directed by Peter Jackson
Written by Frances Walsh, Philippa Boyens and Peter Jackson (screenplay); J.R.R. Tolkien (novel)
Cinematography by Andrew Lesnie

Elijah Wood as Frodo Baggins Ian McKellen as Gandalf the Grey Viggo Mortensen as Strider/Aragorn Sean Astin as Samwise 'Sam' Gamgee Liv Tyler as Arwen Undómiel Cate Blanchett as Galadriel John Rhys-Davies as Gimli Billy Boyd as Peregrin 'Pippin' Took Dominic Monaghan as Meriadoc 'Merry' Brandybuck Orlando Bloom as Legolas Greenleaf Hugo Weaving as Elrond Ian Holm as Bilbo Baggins

Running Time: 178 min.
Release Date: Dec. '01

Overall Call:
What they say is true. It is an unbelievablely well-executed epic fantasy. The visuals are seamless and the battle sequences are grandiose. The story, if you are not already familiar, is classic good versus evil. Star Wars and Harry Potter have all used liberally from these classic themes. The film is lengthy and certainly leaves you waiting for the next installments. If all the hype has you interested I imagine you'll get what you're looking for.

Reasons For Recommendation:
+ Wonderful special effects
+ Excellent cinematography