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- First reviewMay 12, 2009
- Last reviewJune 15, 2011
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The Best Version Yet
PostedJune 15, 2011
branvaughnlaw
from Chicago, IL
I saw the Extended Edition LOTR - Fellowship of the Ring and it was excellent! Saw it in the theater originally, then bought the extended DVD set which I have probably watched 100 times, but this was the best version yet! So many additions adding great depth to the stories and characters. Particularly noticeable were additions to the Hobbits' life in the Shire, some great Gimli lines, added depth to Boromir. So many of the additions were not actual new scenes but 15-20 second additions but they really made a difference. If you have never seen these movies in the theater, this is the way to go. And if like me, you've seen all versions before, I highly recommend going again. I cannot wait for the next 2 weeks for The Two Towers and Return of the King and my blu-ray set is on order!!!! I was actually surprised at the crowd. I expected me and my wife and about 10 guys, but upon arrival at the theater we were supposed to be in theater 19, but the usher said go down to 8 it's less crowded. There were 2 screens with big, enthusiastic crowds, and you could tell they were fans. Lots of laughs and applause at the end. Again I cannot wait to see the others. I thought we were supposed to get some info on The Hobbit though, maybe in the next showings....GO SEE THESE EXTENDED EDITIONS ON THE BIG SCREEN!
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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An Action Packed Reboot of the Franchise
PostedMay 12, 2009
branvaughnlaw
from Chicago, IL
Saw Star Trek on IMAX on 5/11/09. Overall I thought the movie was quite good. Loved the Kirk, Spock and Scotty characters (needed more Scotty and earlier) At first thought Bones was being overly cranky as in a bad impersonation, but by the end I was laughing everytime. Could have done with out so much Chekov.
Not a compelling villain or storyline really, just needed any excuse to get these characters on the Enterprise and in danger!! All in all a good time and a promising re-boot of the franchise. I would watch all of these actors again as the beloved Trek characters, but ramp up the villainy and plot next time. Of course the original Star Trek The Motion Picture stunk and Wrath of Khan was awesome so there is hope.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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