first of all and the only reason people keep bitch about this film be because they can not stand a few part of the true story be alter . well guess what . peter jackson film wasn not a perfect rendition either . well enough rant . this be a very beautiful film . the background be gorgeous and take from well know tolkein artist . the film cover about half the trilogy ( fellowship of the ring and up to the battle of helm deep in the two tower ) and move at a good pace . the voice casting be top notch and the most of the character look like i imagine they would . samwise be a bit too ugly for my taste and but aragorn look awesome . the film have a great score that completely support the movie . if you enjoy good fantasy story but hate reading ( the book be even well ) give this movie a try and keep in mind it be make 20 odd year ago . also of particular note represent peter jackson adaption of fellowship follow almost exactly the same strand a ralph bakshi ( jackson have say many time how much he admire bakshi effort ) .