The Hobbit: The Battle of the Five Armies

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Ben B. @Boldbravebigbenbrown 1d No film can ever come in ahead of, or even close to on par with the original LOTR trilogy, but Jackson did A LOT (with the aid of a gargantuan budget) to position this as a Tolkien adaptation that holds its own in Middle Earth canon. A stunning cast and tight storyline keep the viewer excited and anticipating about what's around each new corner. The visual and practical effects are fantastic, and the script is well thought out and remarkably true to the novel on many levels. I know this movie is a classic because my 5, 8, and 10-yr-old boys were glued until the final scene fades out and bouncing in their seats with excitement during its most intense scenes. This film was done thoughtfully and intensely and is an important part of the film versions of the Tolkien epic. Watch this with your kids while your Tolkien-scholar wife makes cupcakes in the kitchen. See more atusa D @Atusa Feb 27 As I said in my earlier reviews, the further we go into The Hobbit, the weaker the films get—and The Hobbit: The Battle of the Five Armies is the lowest for me. The biggest issue? It’s painfully clear the story was stretched into a third film. Desolation had padding, but here I truly felt it. The pacing drags until halfway through, and while there are a couple of thrilling sequences (one being my highlight), Durin’s quest moves too slowly at first. Still, I can’t say I hate it. Inferior to LOTR? Absolutely. But the cast delivers, and Peter Jackson remains a gifted storyteller who knows how to entertain. More than anything, Jackson’s greatest achievement is bringing Middle-earth to life. Watching these films still feels like embarking on a grand adventure—and that magic is rare. Despite its flaws, I love BOFA. Its emotional moments always move me, and like Return of the King, the ending leaves me missing it's world all over again. See more Jon T. @Cyber-Tyler Feb 22 I love these movies. Such a fantasy land. See more Daniel M @Jeremy683 Jan 19 Es la mejor de la trilogía, es emocionante y entretenida. Y además lo que más emociona es la increíbles batallas y su impresionante efectos especiales. En pocas palabras puedo decir. Cine puro 🗿! See more Ricky L. @ricky707 Jan 13 At least something happened in this one See more stefan C Jan 12 I think it's better then the orther 3 more action but still not great! See more Read all reviews

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