The Hobbit
Rating 7 out of 10
I can't say this is a movie I had high anticipation on. After watching the Lord of the Rings trilogy I hoped it would be good, but the trailers left me more confused than excited. I am glad to say I enjoyed it even though like the LOR trilogy it may not be for everyone. I would think if you liked the LOR movies you will indeed like this prequel.
As most movies that are intended in a series the first one usually lags as all the characters have to be introduced and a story has to be told. I remember not liking the first LOR movie thinking it was too slow and confusing. I found The Hobbit easier to follow even though at nearly three hour playing time there was a little wiggling in the seat.
I have not read any of the books like my nerdy brother inlaw has (I'm sure he has a Gandalf action figure. The movie starts off with the peaceful Kingdom of Erebor and the dwarfs being taken over by an evil dragon. Sixty years later the dwarves are determine to take back their kingdom. Not sure why it took so long. Our star hobbit Bilbo Baggins (Martin Freeman) is dragged into the adventure even though he'd much rather stay with his slow boring life.
They battle across the continent with danger at ever turn. Plenty of battles against some interesting and beastly creatures. I was entertained although I could have trimmed atleast 30 minutes from the film.
I liked it. Teenage Rocky did not like it at all. Your taste may vary.
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