Well the trilogy has ended in quite spectacular fashion. Peter Jackson has pulled off another visual feast that can be enjoyed, I would surmise by most of the population. However, I don�t think it is by any means the best of the trilogy, perhaps only because I�m biased towards The Fellowship of the Ring, it being my favourite book, but it is a bit stopping and starting. Many people, especially those who have not read the books, might find that the end drags a bit, but it was always going to be a problem as that is what happens in the novel. I also feel it is quite badly edited with what happens to certain characters not really being explained. Nevertheless, this is nit-picking, it�s still a wonderful film to be watched by all, especially if you liked the first two parts.

As with all trilogies, it is exceptionally hard to produce an excellent finish. Peter Jackson has broken that rule and has clearly raised the bar.
The last film indeed has minor flaws, flaws that are confusing. But, the good outweighs the bad and the film becomes an impressive treat. The acting is superb by the stellar cast with special mentions to Elijah Woods, Sam and a personal favourite, Bernard Hill.
Watch it, or you�ll be missing something very exceptional.

What to say? Well, if you�ve read the books, you probably will find the experience less than fulfilling. But if you�ve not? Or in you�ve read them perhaps once or twice and don�t remember the events as they should be, you�ll like it. There are some parts of it that will leave the movie fan wondering, like *shudders* �what happened to that blonde chick?� However the book fan might be tempted to say, �Where�s Sam going?� Overall it�s an enjoyable experience that�s not to be missed, even if it�s just to laugh at some of the poorer bits.

EXTENDED EDITION Runtime: 250mins