The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers PART 2 - FULL REACTION
Added 2024-06-13 11:29:33 +0000 UTCI forgot how good the second half of this film is!! The battle of Helms deep is done so well and the character growth that both Aragorn and Theodon go through is a joy to watch. Enjoy :)
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Haldir’s death (the elf commander) at Helm’s Deep is always extra sad to me. Elves are these beautiful, near-eternal beings who would otherwise never die. It’s like chopping down a 1000+ year old redwood tree, but worse. To see him almost confused as he realizes he’s dying, which must be a somewhat foreign concept to elves, is just extra tragic.
Geothro
2024-06-18 03:16:24 +0000 UTCYeah pretty much what I said hey 😆😆 Boromir wants the power to defend his people where Faramir just wanted it to please his father which I imagine has less influence on him.
Oscar
2024-06-16 08:52:04 +0000 UTCFaramir was never power hungry. Boromir wasn’t necessary either, but he wanted the power to defend Gondor and its people. Faramir never wanted such an accolade. Faramir wanted love and acceptance. The “Ring of Power” cannot give him love or offer it as such. Faramir was only tempted because he saw it as gift to his father that would love him. Remember, he never wanted it. He said, give this to my father. He proved with just those few lines he wasn’t corruptible with the lust of greed or power. Faramir’s desires would never match with the illusion the Ring could offer.
Alex Hall
2024-06-16 07:48:19 +0000 UTCFunny thing is, this is my favorite of the trilogy. It shows most of the mythology of Middle Earth and the powers that are involved. From the Mayar (wizards/ balrogs), the elves (angelic), the nature that was given life with the tree herders, dwarves that sprout up out of the ground, and finally men who will inherit middle earth if they can vanquish the evil that threatens it. I am honestly a bigger fan of Theoden as a king because he knows not only how to muster the strength and courage of his people, but will also charge in with them to show he is not truly above their value. Aragorn learns this, while he learns that a true king and leader must stand not only for strength and might, but for hope and security. Side note… Oscar, are you getting enough rest? You look a bit tired and I hope you’re not burning your candle at both ends. Please find a healthy balance if it isn’t already and also if I’m wrong sorry to in any way seem insensitive to my observation.
Alex Hall
2024-06-16 07:41:15 +0000 UTCThis movie doesn't get the added push of being the first that does all the introductions, or the last that finishes it up, BUT it has so many great scenes, the march of the Ents, Helm's Deep, etc. It is the "meaty" center that continues the story line. With Faramir I think it goes back to Tolkien's way of writing, and how WW2 affected him. He saw the inner strength of those who weren't on the battlefield. Yes soldiers deserve honor, and thanks. BUT the importance of nature, those who kept a spirit of heart, and remind soldiers of WHAT they are fighting for, and why. The shire represents freedom, peace, and home life. The eagles are exaggerated in size, but if you ever saw a real Eagle up close they are one of the largest birds of prey irl. The Ents, etc the same thing---nature. Faramir was more of a dreamer, and interested in the joy all kids have in youth, Boromir was more about honor, bravery, and victory in battle. Faramir followed his heart more than his head. He only wanted his dad's love, and respect. Not the glory in battle like his brother. He did his fighting out of love, and devotion to his father, Boromir did too, but also out of love for his country, and wishing to be glorified for his acts in battle. Tolkien sang the praises for those least in glory, for the smallest of people yet they had the GREATEST hearts. though not great warriors...they had the greatest devotion, loyalty, bravery, and HEART than the greatest of the warriors. Sam was as huge a hero in this as much as anyone else. As Galadriel told Frodo "Even the smallest person can change the course of the future". and As Aragorn tell the Hobbits in the end, they owed so much to them that "My friends, YOU BOW TO NO ONE!"
Brian Matthews
2024-06-16 02:47:41 +0000 UTCI love Legolas's impossible "flying mount" during the attack of the mutant hyenas. I enjoyed the stew scene even though it's that tired "independent woman who can't cook" joke; I love it anyway. It illustrates so well Aragorn's kind nature and Eowyn's shy, eager infatuation with him. In Osgiliath, the Nazgul on its winged beast rising above the parapet in front of Frodo takes my breath away. I love that Treebeard and his pals look like they're doing Tai Chi while holding their interminable meeting. All the humorous moments are very much needed to balance the horrible, evil moments. It's so rewarding to watch the character growth and strengthening of relationships throughout. Your thoughtful comments about the terror of war and the grinding poverty of the common people living in those villages just adds to my appreciation of these films (and of my modern comforts). Thank you!
Caryl C
2024-06-13 23:13:18 +0000 UTCI looked it up before you even asked, but Elrond sent 500 elves. That part gives me goosebumps every time
Kitty Underwood
2024-06-13 18:05:26 +0000 UTCThe action scenes in this are just incredible. I normally don't enjoy action that much, but these are so well done with so many cool and funny moments and so much story and character development interwoven with it, I love it! Also Smeagol's arc is so tragic to me. You can see how much potential there is for him to change through his relationship with Frodo and how hurt and betrayed he feels when Frodo tricks him, not knowing it was to save his life. It's like because of Frodo he got one last chance against all odds, but now that trust is broken, his Smeagol-personality is gone or at least under the control of his Gollum-personality forever. The psychology behind it is fascinating but so sad...
Sarah
2024-06-13 17:32:30 +0000 UTCGandalf’s charge down the slope with the Rohirrim never fails to give me goosebumps. The scene itself looks like a painting.
Edualy Munoz
2024-06-13 13:07:17 +0000 UTC
