I loved the movie, the action, although there were a few parts that dragged out a bit. We saw the non-3 D version. My husband noted there was something eye straining about the film quality. We are going back to see it in 3 D in a few weeks to compare. I liked how they explained how Bilbo came in possession of the ring. The Dwarf king is a cutie, my 19 year old daughter agrees! We are Hobbits and Dwarfs at heart! Overall we loved the movie and are looking forward to the next one!