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(...) Hmm... Did it have the same sky-high production values of Hitchhiker's and Dr. Hoo? Dave! (23 years ago, 21-Dec-01, to lugnet.off-topic.fun)
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This is a nifty movie, no doubt, but from the perspective of a dedicated Tolkien fan, I am somewhat disappointed because much of the really important character dynamics have been neglected or underdeveloped - dynamics that are essential to the tale. (...) (23 years ago, 21-Dec-01, to lugnet.off-topic.fun)
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(...) I might have used a different metaphor, but I agree. One of my problems with the current LOTR movie is that I REALLY don't have a lot of prior knowledge of the material. Noeckel suggests that this film should be viewed as the first part of a (...) (23 years ago, 21-Dec-01, to lugnet.off-topic.fun)
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(...) I agree. In the book, Aragorn really, REALLY wanted to go to Gondor. But after Gandalf died, he knew it was his duty to protect Frodo and attempt to lead the quest for the Ring. He was in great doubt as to what to do. That is why the (...) (23 years ago, 21-Dec-01, to lugnet.off-topic.fun)
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richard marchetti wrote in message ... (...) about (...) Yes, they did a series... I think we have a couple of them on tape. Kevin ---...--- NEW Tank Engine custom train set: (URL) Annual SYSTEM Creativity Contest: (URL) Lego Kits & Custom models: (...) (23 years ago, 21-Dec-01, to lugnet.off-topic.fun)
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(...) Sounds like you have a brave little guy. My step-daughter is nearly 6, and her dad let her see a cartoon version of LoTR a few weeks back. She has been unable to sleep through the night due to her terror of the Black Knights. I saw rows of (...) (23 years ago, 21-Dec-01, to lugnet.off-topic.fun)
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(...) Well, I don't know about him, but this site is an interesting discussion of LotR (which is actually satire, if you read it closely): (URL) (Of course, that's not really one for the kids, despite its lack of vulgarity.) best LFB (23 years ago, 21-Dec-01, to lugnet.off-topic.fun)
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(...) It's just an initial reaction, based in part on enthusiasm. Yes, I enjoyed it (note that it is up for a Golden Globe for Best Picture already!), no it isn't the best movie of all time, but in my view it is only the first third of an (...) (23 years ago, 21-Dec-01, to lugnet.off-topic.fun)
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(...) Yes, its well deserved…and its only gonna get better with the sequels. Mind you, the first book -IS- the slow one…it sets the pace and background for the next two!!! “Bigger than Star Wars” Indeed, --==RiçhärÐ==-- (23 years ago, 21-Dec-01, to lugnet.off-topic.fun)
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(...) Modern movies tend to spike to the top of the list, because they're fresher in people's minds. I seem to remember, though, that they tend to settle down a little bit after time. Adrian (23 years ago, 21-Dec-01, to lugnet.off-topic.fun)
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(...) My son is ten. The only problem he had was what the other poster mentioned: even though he went to the restroom just before the start of the movie, he had to go midway through (I sent him at the safest point when little would happen onscreen) (...) (23 years ago, 21-Dec-01, to lugnet.off-topic.fun)
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(...) It was a good movie. A solid, though flawed, interpretation of a book that is among the greatest masterpieces of literature ever produced. As a movie, the Fellowship of the Ring lacked the subtleties of emotion and sensitivity that sets a (...) (23 years ago, 21-Dec-01, to lugnet.off-topic.fun)
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AAAAAGGGGGHHHHH!!!!!! Hop-Frog, don't lead us to stuff like this, please! Have mercy!!! Seriously though, is this guy for real? -Dave (23 years ago, 21-Dec-01, to lugnet.off-topic.fun)
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Note: the second time through I listened to the music more. It's good too. Darn it, it has been in my head all day. You can hear the entire album in QuickTime: (URL) movies cost 30% less in the Midwest... (23 years ago, 21-Dec-01, to lugnet.off-topic.fun)
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Here's something I don't understand. WHY would anyone take children under the age of 10 to see this film. First off, it's rated PG-13. Secondly, it's 3 hours long. Finally, the story isn't suitable for younger viewers anymore than the Matrix was. (...) (23 years ago, 21-Dec-01, to lugnet.off-topic.fun)
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...you'll end up at this lovely piece of roadkill on the Information Superhighway: (URL) could comment, but why spoil your "fun." -- Hop-Frog (this is what I get for reading threads about gay minifigs...) (23 years ago, 21-Dec-01, to lugnet.off-topic.fun)
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(...) Doooode! Isn't there a live action Narnia thing from the BBC? I think I saw it about three or four years ago... -- Hop-Frog (23 years ago, 21-Dec-01, to lugnet.off-topic.fun)
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(...) Yes, kids younger than 10 should start reading the book. By the time they finish they will have no problem with the film. (It is PG-13.) Spoiler zone Spoiler zone Spoiler zone Spoiler zone Spoiler zone Spoiler zone Spoiler zone Spoiler zone (...) (23 years ago, 21-Dec-01, to lugnet.off-topic.fun)
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(...) D'oh! Remember that Seinfeld episode where George remembers, only too late, the great comeback/zinger line he *should* have used? Here's the way I should have responded the first time... LEGO fan? Well, of course I'm a LEGO fan. I've been a (...) (23 years ago, 21-Dec-01, to lugnet.off-topic.fun)
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(...) No need to duck and run..... though grinning is expected. :) Notice that I said "big LEGO fan". Does that make me a BLF? Is there a "LEGO Acronyms for Dummies" book that I could buy? I'm really struggling with some of these. But 'big' is about (...) (23 years ago, 21-Dec-01, to lugnet.off-topic.fun)
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