#194 The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey (2012)

What is with people splitting books into multiple movies? The first three Lord of the Rings books were done in three movies. Then all of a sudden Hollywood realized splitting one book into three movies is three times more profitable. I don't mind; it just means more chances to to watch Lord of the Rings. Full disclosure, I absolutely love the first three movies. I even own the extended versions. So it is no surprise that I completely loved this movie. There is no other fantasy series that compares. Peter Jackson is the best. The series completely pulls you in, and you feel like this universe exists. This movie, as of now, is my least favorite LOTR movie, but I think that it is hard to compare to the first three. Also, with this movie, the story is just getting started. Although there is some resolution, clearly all three movies are meant to be viewed together (the next one comes out in December, and the next one a year later) so it probably isn't fair to judge this movie till all three are done. Anyways, please watch this series! When all 6 are done, it should only take 18 hours.

"Home is now behind you. The world is ahead." -Gandalf 

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