LOTR3P1 FULL REACTION
Added 2023-10-08 04:26:37 +0000 UTCComments
I hope the people who insist on using the Wilhelm scream step on a lego, then stub their toe every time they think of using it. Because talk about a bloody immersion breaker.
Rabbit S
2024-08-24 17:28:48 +0000 UTCThe Mountain is Evil.
Sean O'Brien
2023-12-15 15:31:18 +0000 UTCfor some reason i dont think they have grenades brudda
Silmoheru Rosaslie
2023-10-14 07:05:13 +0000 UTCone bite would fill a grown mans stomach. but they are not men they are hobbits. and as men we have breakfast lunch and dinner. as hobbits we would have breakfast, 2nd breakfast, Elevenses, Luncheon, Afternoon tea, Dinner and Supper. so really hobbits eat a lot more than men and as such would need more Lembas Bread to fill them.
Silmoheru Rosaslie
2023-10-14 05:58:26 +0000 UTCIt's probably too late for you to see this, but "I take my leave" just means that you're leaving the room or leaving the presence of someone. It doesn't mean that King Theoden gave up his crown. He's the King of Rohan and Aragorn is the heir to the throne of Gondor, so it's two separate kingdoms. The elves have no input, except that Lord Elrond was in possession of the ancestral sword of Gondor that he got reforged and he wanted to deliver it to Aragorn and encourage Aragorn to take his rightful place on the throne. Ultimately the people of Gondor would still have to accept Aragorn as King.
Tron
2023-10-13 23:27:32 +0000 UTCI feel like they could have left it at two, but the pacing of the first one convinces me that one would not be enough, or at least not better tham what they did. I think much of the third movie is solid, a bit of the Smaug- and Laketown-action of the second one, and very most of the first one is great. But with the lengths, they should have stopped at 2, and just cut out everything that is blatant fluff.
Jakob
2023-10-13 20:44:26 +0000 UTCImagine what could have been delivered as “The Hobbit” if it had been one film, as lovingly planned and carefully written for the screen as the LOTR trilogy. It’s sad to me that Time-Warner chose to fast-track a trilogy, to the extent that actors said they sometimes didn’t receive scripts until they were preparing to shoot a scene.
Susan B
2023-10-13 20:37:22 +0000 UTCLaughed out loud today seeing an interview with Andy Serkis about creating the trademark choking sound that gave Gollum that name. He said his cat was coughing up a hairball and he instantly knew that’s what “Gollum” sounds like.
Susan B
2023-10-13 20:30:11 +0000 UTCTo answer your question on set design and buildings, the team used a record number of miniatures, or as the set crew called them "bigatures" like Minas Morgul and Minas Tirith. They are about 6ft tall mini sets that artists and designers would work on for months to make it feel as real as possible without using CGI. As well as building giant sets for the scenes with people in them. The wide shots are mostly the bigatures with CGI then added in after. Amazing mix of practical and special effects to make this movie still stand out 20 years later!
Charlie Hinnant
2023-10-12 14:40:34 +0000 UTCWhile the Hobbits aren't as good as the LotR trilogy, that's a really high bar. They're not all bad, and the first movie is actually fantastic.
Teth
2023-10-12 11:36:02 +0000 UTCIt always confuses me that they say Elrond sent the elves when they were clearly from Lothlorien. Artistic license I guess. 🤔
Teth
2023-10-12 11:33:43 +0000 UTCYes, that's how Denethor knew about the ring, although in the novel Faramir and Boromir had dreamed about the meeting taking place, and that's why Boromir decided to go.
Teth
2023-10-12 11:31:07 +0000 UTCYou've got a bit confused with the kingship. Two realms on screen: Rohan (King Theoden) Gondor (the steward, borormirs dad) Aaragon is from a direct descendant of Isildor, who was the king of Gondor and aksi the one who cut the ring off of the hand of sauron. The sword he used, is the one elrond presented to Aaragon. He is the rightful king of Gondor. Theoden would still be king of rohan
Matt Rumsey
2023-10-12 10:19:42 +0000 UTCBudget for the entire trilogy was 281 million dollars (equivalent to 494 million in 2022). The first film alone was 93 million!
Matt Rumsey
2023-10-12 09:11:07 +0000 UTCBilly Boyd (Pippin) wrote the melody that he sings, and so did Viggo Mortensen for Aragorn.
Susan B
2023-10-11 23:32:02 +0000 UTCHobbits are supposed to live about 100 years. Gollum is 500-600 years old! The ring prolongs your life. That’s another reason why Gollum looks like that. He’s SUPER DUPER aged. Bilbo Baggins is 131 the last time we see him! Thanks to the ring.
Nettles
2023-10-11 13:43:10 +0000 UTCLocations used in Return of the King (New Zealand) -- Deer Park Heights, Edoras, Hobbiton, Lothlórien, Milford Sound, Mount Ruapehu, Putangirua Pinnacles, Queenstown, Rangipo Desert, Stone Street Studios, Tongariro National Park, Twizel, Upper Hutt
A10forthewin
2023-10-11 03:00:59 +0000 UTCBtw, anyone who stopped watching at the closing credits should give it a minute and hear Annie Lennox singing “Into the West,” which she co-wrote with composer Howard Shore.
Susan B
2023-10-10 15:15:17 +0000 UTCI know right?!!
Hugobertram Wasenloge
2023-10-10 10:58:59 +0000 UTCIt was an absolutely insane amount. The entire undertaking of filming 3 movies at the same time was insane. It's a miracle the movies were financed.
Hugobertram Wasenloge
2023-10-10 10:58:19 +0000 UTCI think they called them bigiatures too xD. Or something similar.
Hugobertram Wasenloge
2023-10-10 10:57:15 +0000 UTCSounds like I'll have to subscribe a few more months then. You're pretty good at this, aren't you?
Jakob
2023-10-10 01:46:12 +0000 UTCI think I will watch the prequels
Lenear Boyd
2023-10-10 01:44:23 +0000 UTCRiding a fast horse across high mountain meadows is one of the most thrilling experiences. I’m too old for that now, so I love the riding scenes in this film. Notice that Gandalf rides Shadowfax without a bridle. I wonder if the stunt double actually did, or if they used CGI to make the bridle disappear.
Susan B
2023-10-10 00:46:59 +0000 UTCBut ultimately Gondor is meant to have authority over the other kings of Men.
Susan B
2023-10-09 04:24:56 +0000 UTCI hate knowing that Harvey Weinstein was connected to so many films I love, and I take comfort in knowing that his only real role was in attracting investors.
Susan B
2023-10-09 02:52:07 +0000 UTCWill this be on the test? In all seriousness, everyone should treat themselves to the grander work of Tolkien, but it is not really needed to enjoy the movies. Interesting, though it is, the deeper lore is probably better experienced when actually reading the books. But I understand the feeling of wanting to explain all the subtle details lost on a first-time viewer and movie-onlies.
Jakob
2023-10-08 23:34:33 +0000 UTCThe end in nigh. Things are getting really interesting. I wonder whether you would continue to watch The Hobbit trilogy after this. It is not a requirement, and most consider them a lesser successor (prequel), but I think it would be interesting. I grew up with The Hobbit moreso than Lord of The Rings, due to the time it came out, so I would be glad if you watched them too. Although, I might be alone in that. Anyhow, great reaction, as always!
Jakob
2023-10-08 23:25:01 +0000 UTCThe screech of the Nazgul when Frodo and Sam are at the gates of Minas Morgul (and I believe all the Nazgul screams) were done by Peter Jackson's (director) wife, Fran Walsh lol. It's done with some layering and a bit of effects obviously but they talk about it in the Behind The Scenes of the Fellowship. I get goosebumps no matter how many times I see that scene. Also, the orc the cancerous growth was attached to, Gothmog, was modeled after Harvey Weinstein because he originally wanted the movies to only be a singular movie (this was before all the other things...). I think it looks a bit like him. Also, also, the song Pippin sings was written during shooting after a night of karaoke when they discovered Billy Boyd could belt one out like the best of em.
EndlessRiver
2023-10-08 23:02:35 +0000 UTCI thought that fantasy was lame when this movie first came out. "Lord of the Rings?" Sounds dumb as hell, I thought. Then I watched it because someone else happened to be watching it while I was at their house. Been a huge fan of fantasy ever since.
Nicholas Johnson
2023-10-08 23:00:53 +0000 UTCThanks, I had forgotten that in the books there is another “seeing stone” in Gondor, and that it’s why Boromir’s father has gone mad. He’s been using it and seeing what Sauron wants him to see, and Sauron has let him believing he could use the Ring against Sauron. It’s how he knew that the meeting he sent Boromir to in the first film would be regarding the Ring, right?
Susan B
2023-10-08 21:28:39 +0000 UTCMy favorite too.
Susan B
2023-10-08 21:18:59 +0000 UTCThe golden hall was a facade and a couple houses bordering the hall were built as a set. all the rest was cg. But I think it's really only used on far shots. They were very smart when and where to use cgi.
Ruben VL
2023-10-08 20:42:24 +0000 UTCI don't know why but the theatrical edition took out things that were very cool as well as some scenes that add more lore and world building. Sorry if my English is bad english class was my worst subject.
Dragon Eye
2023-10-08 20:29:34 +0000 UTCAh, yeah... I think I see the miscommunication. Aragorn is not replacing Theodin, Theodin is still king of Rohan, Aragorn is heir to the Kingdom of Gondor. Totally different kingdoms of men.
Molly McAllister
2023-10-08 20:26:25 +0000 UTCYes, all the LOTR are the extended edition movies
Lenear Boyd
2023-10-08 20:25:38 +0000 UTCThis trilogy put the fantasy genre in Hollywood back on the map. Every successful fantasy movie franchise since owes LOTR a debt for it's indelible mark on this film category. One of my favorite facts from the behind the scenes footage is hearing that Peter Jackson treated the fantasy as if it were reality. It shows in the performance of this masterpiece.
Braavosi
2023-10-08 20:12:46 +0000 UTCI believe Theoden’s city was mostly a built set, the site is now a tourist destination even though the buildings were all removed per the production agreement with New Zealand. They were allowed to build in some extraordinary landscapes provided they put them back as they were.
Susan B
2023-10-08 20:08:45 +0000 UTCMajor respect for Andy Serkis as Sméagol/Gollum.
Susan B
2023-10-08 18:08:56 +0000 UTCI was just asking because my favorite scene is coming up in part 2 and is only in the extended edition.
Dragon Eye
2023-10-08 17:57:49 +0000 UTCTheoden saying “I take my leave” just means “I’ll leave you two alone to talk.” He’s humble around Elrond, because Elrond sent the elf army to help Theoden avoid a total slaughter in the previous film.
Susan B
2023-10-08 17:48:45 +0000 UTCI believe so. I think the Sméagol backstory was shorter in the theatrical release.
Susan B
2023-10-08 17:45:25 +0000 UTCThe Friend-Zoning of Eowen 😭
Susan B
2023-10-08 17:32:34 +0000 UTCIf you ever re-watch Game of Thrones, so many LOTR references will become clear. Podrick’s sweet singing on the eve of battle at Winterfell, mirroring Pippin’s unexpectedly beautiful singing as Faramir rides away.
Susan B
2023-10-08 17:13:04 +0000 UTCRe the realism of the Gondor set and so many others: they used a lot of built sets and intricate miniatures in combination with CGI. The unfortunate Hobbit prequels used mostly CGI (thanks for nothing, Time-Warner) and it shows.
Susan B
2023-10-08 16:17:03 +0000 UTCFirst of all thank you for these reactions. Your insight and appreciation for how the movies were filmed are very interesting to listen to. I would like give some lore background in regard to some of your questions and for anyone who is interested(will be long though). Concerning the Kingdoms of Man: We have encountered Rohan and Gondor(and Arnor which was just mentioned by name). Gondor and Arnor are, or rather were, very great kingdoms. Both were founded by the Dúnedain(which means Men of the West, a term that is often used as a synonym for Númenóreans - Men of Westernesse - we I`ll get to Númenór later). They are one of several groups of humans found in Middle-earth. All humans were created by the same being and are therefore related to one another. The most important group of humans for the story are the Edain(a term which theoretically refers to all Humans but the Elves use it to differentiate between the humans that fought with them in the First Age of the world - the movies take place in the Third Age). The Edain were divided into three houses but I won`t go into more detail here. Suffice it to say that Dúnedain are descendants of those Edain in the First Age who were rewarded by the Valar for their support rendered to the Elves in the War of Wrath at the end of the First Age. For better understanding a little digression: Magic is a very subtle thing in Tolkien's world. By the Third Age it was a rare thing to actually behold. One thing to point is that even if magic is involved it shows itself in very subtle ways which is unusualif you are used to other high fantasy franchises like Warcraft or Warhammer for example. Simple written and spoken words can have much weight in Middle-earth. "Spells" are nothing else than commands uttered in various tongues. You saw this in this movie when Gandalf commanded Saruman's staff to be broken. It pays to listen carefully to what is said and how it is said. The world itself was literally sung into existence - an event known as the Ainulindalë(the Music of the Ainur) - which is also the first part of the book Silmarillion with the same name. It describes how Eru Ilúvatar(basically God as known in e. g. Christianity) first created the Ainur(Holy Ones) who then helped him to create the universe known as Eä. Some of the Ainur later dove into Eä and prepare Arda (the world) for the Children of Ilùvatar - Elves and Humans. There the Ainur were divided into Valar(High Ones) and Maiar(Beautiful Ones). The Valar are beings of great power who could be seen as gods - for better understanding they could be compared to the Gods of the Greek mythology and their roles in the world but there are differences so don't see them as related too much. To name some of the Valar: Manwë Súlimo, King of the Valar and Lord of the Winds and the Sky; Ulmo, King of the Sea and Lord of the Seas; Varda Elentári, Queen of the Stars(it is very likely that Elune from Warcraft is in part based on her since she created the star and the sun/moon); Nienna, Lady of Mercy. The Maiar could be seen as Angels that aid the Valar. They are lesser than the Valar but still very powerful and important. You actually know some of them: Gandalf(Servant/pupil of Nienna), Saruman(Servant/pupil of Aulë), Sauron(Servant/pupil of Aulë and later Morgoth). The wizards(known in ME as Order of the Istari) are "just" Maiar that have taken the form of old, wise men and that were tasked with helping the races of Middle-earth against the darkness. The are supposed to guide and offer counsel and only interfere directly if absolutely necessary. Now back to the Humans. They were blessed with long live and vitality and were given a land of their own away from Middle-earth - the Island of Númenór. The Valar raised this island out of the great sea and it had the form of a five-pointed star. The Dúnedain prospered on this island and very much rose to the very peak of what Humankind had to offer. They made great advances in sorts of fields - architecture, stonework, smithing, medicine and much more. These Men were more healthy and taller than other. The average Númenórean was about 7'0" (~2.13m) and they could life 200+ years(the line of Kings even up to 400). After Númenór fell(Sauron may or may not had something to do with that) only a few faithful survived and reached Middle-earth were they founded Gondor(Land of Stone) and Arnor(Land of Kings). The blood was still greater than that of the "lesser" groups of humans that lived in Middle-earth before they came unto it's shores again. With time the Blood of Númenór diminished with some exceptions like Aragorn. But before the decay took hold the Dúnedain build Kingdoms that were so great it rival the memory of Númenór. Especially Gondor, as you can see with Minas Tirith( which means Watchtower, earlier known as Minas Anor - Tower of the Sun). There is much more to be said about the splendor of the Dúnedain Kingdoms but I will leave it at that. Now the other Humans you know are the Northmen. These are Men that never interacted with the Elves like the Edain because they lived east of the Elven Kingdoms in the First Age. When Gondor was in great need in it's war against Mordor the Éothéod - who you know as the Rohirrim of Rohan - came to their aid and saved them. As thanks they gave them land - that's what you see in the second movie mostly - and they swore an oath of friendship and allegiance. They bound by oath to help the other if one is in need and they have done so several times in Gondors history of wars against Mordor. This oath is known as Oath of Cirion(who was Steward of Gondor at the time). Gondorians and Rohirrim have a great friendship and deep mutual respect. The Rohirrim seem like a simple people compared to the great Dúnedain but they are great in their own way. "They are proud and willful, but they are true-hearted, generous in thought and deed; bold but not cruel; wise but unlearned, writing no books but singing many songs, after the manner of the children of Men before the Dark Years." — The Two Towers The way certain people in Middle-earth look can give insight of what race they belong to. The Rohirrim for example were tall, blond, and mostly had blue eyes. In similar ways you identify Dúnedain or the different kinds of Elves(they are a whole story altogether). Elves are very important to Middle-earth because they are the first of Ilúvatars Children to come to ME. They are very powerful and tied directly to the Valar. The Edain usually respect them instinctively. But that is another tale for another day. I apologize for the lengthy nature of the comment but there is much to be said. If you made it to this point I wholeheartedly thank you for your time and it is my wish that the light of the Valar blesses your day so that you can truly enjoy it thoroughly :D
Marcel Divkovic
2023-10-08 15:04:13 +0000 UTCNice catch that the palantir (crystal ball) is what corrupted Saruman. Through it Sauron was able to intimidate him to the point he was convinced resistance was futile. What isn't mentioned in the movies is that Denethor also had one. That's why he knew so much about what was going on. Sauron was able to drive him to despair and insanity, but at least he didn't give in. Minas Tirith and Gondor are right next to Mordor, so they're the ones who have been fighting and dying to keep the rest of the West safe, like Boromir says in the first movie. That's why they couldn't help Rohan before. Also, Théoden is the King of Rohan, and Aragorn the rightful king of Gondor. He was just being polite by giving Aragorn and Elrond some privacy. 😄 You really need to get your hands on the production documents from the extended versions! They built many of the sets, and for the rest used "bigatures" (bigger miniatures) for added detail. Sauron's tower was so tall they had to cut it in half because it didn't fit into the warehouse. Can't wait for the conclusion!
Teth
2023-10-08 10:59:55 +0000 UTCThe budget for this movie was somewhere around $100 million. Don't know how much that was in 2003 though.
Alejandro Rosiles
2023-10-08 10:04:29 +0000 UTCHonestly, this trilogy is a small miracle. To get the funding for three movies in a fantasy genre that doesn't perform well at box offices. And to shoot it all simultaneously, for more than a year. (and some pickup shots later). The huge amount of props which they all made themselves. The use of a lot of miniatures, and bigatures as they call them. And then the gfx work they had to invent. I could go on. Then release these movies a year appart and do all the postproduction and pickup shots in that time. If you ever have the time to watch the extended edition extras. It captures the whole process of filmmaking from adapting the screenplay to editing. It's easily the best movie making documentary and I believe in total could be 12 hours long, (It was 6 DVD's)
Ruben VL
2023-10-08 09:00:37 +0000 UTCthis sunday turned out to be great
Erkki Nykänen
2023-10-08 07:45:37 +0000 UTCGreat reaction as always
Joel Tratz
2023-10-08 07:42:31 +0000 UTCWell well well isn’t this a nice surprise. Lol Finally!!!!
Kyle Komperda
2023-10-08 06:04:42 +0000 UTCWhat’s funny is I am waiting until you figure out that butcher is there from “The boys”.
Jose Callo
2023-10-08 05:55:30 +0000 UTCIs this the extended edition?
Dragon Eye
2023-10-08 05:30:23 +0000 UTCYay! My favourite of the three films and the film that swept the Academy Awards 11 out of 11!
EndlessRiver
2023-10-08 04:29:42 +0000 UTC
