The Hobbit Trilogy [DVD] [2014] [2015]

Exhilaratingly the three films depict how peace-loving, stay-at-home hobbit Bilbo Baggins evolves into an action hero - he instrumental in helping dispossessed dwarves reclaim their kingdom. Dangers confront at every stage of the journey, even wizard Gandalf at times close to death. Set sixty years before "The Lord of the Rings", the key moment here is where Bilbo discovers the ring destined in due course to change everything for everyone. (Gifted by hindsight, we recognize this - despite it occurring in the midst of so much else going on.) Visually the trilogy is a treat, New Zealand the star - its wide range of magnificent scenery saving the makers a fortune in computerised special effects. (Each disc has a brief bonus where cast enthuse about the splendours seen, some beyond belief.) Also greatly enhancing is Howard Shore's music - especially that haunting Shire theme - constant reminder of where hobbits are happiest. As Bilbo, Martin Freeman is perfect - suggesting so well vulnerability when so far from his comfort zone, amazement on discovering unsuspected courage. He represents the heart of this unfolding saga - at all times unshakeably loyal, ever determined to do what is right. He heads a strong cast, many heavily disguised behind much facial hair. Some are a surprise. (Voicing the ferocious dragon is none other than Freeman's "Sherlock" co-star Benedict Cumberbatch.) All will have their favourite characters and moments. (Mine is Gollum, particularly in the riddle sequence.) Although viewers at home miss out on the cinema's big screen action, which must be overwhelmingly spectacular, it is an advantage to see the three films in quick succession - all the better to appreciate the overall theme. Despite so much that impresses, certain commonly voiced criticisms are justified. Three films seem a lot for a shortish book, there ample evidence of dragging things out: the start rather slow; new storylines introduced (especially in film two); sessions with spiders, the dragon and scenes of mass destruction perhaps going on longer than they need. Nevertheless five stars are deserved. The past two evenings have contained well over seven hours of real enjoyment - so much to enthral, to excite, and genuinely to move.

A very good set of films to go with your Lord of the Rings. Very good to the book, if over done in the sense of three films compared to the book that was shorter. If you know the story of our heros, then it will be clear but if you don't, we have a lot of jumping around with the Bilbo Baggins, who with the Dwarfs, set about reclaiming the Dwarf Kingdoms against the The Orcs who are coming into power. Good battle scenes, acting and scrips. If you have been to New Zealand, you will recognise the places being shot on film. After watching this set, you may want to watch Lord of the Rings again.

This is an engrossing trilogy that, I think, is even better than the Lord of the Rings trilogy. Great characters, great story.

very good

Another enjoyable visit to Middle Earth from Peter Jackson. Having read the book, I wondered how it could be stretched to three films, but, of course, Jackson introduced additional characters, notably Legolas and Tauriel. Some people seem upset by Tauriel's love for Killi the Dwarf, but I don't see why. At least it proved all Elves are not cold, controlled creatures, rather like the Vulcans in Star Trek.I liked Tauriel, superbly and sympathetically played by Evangeline Lilly. Because of the later LOTR trilogy, she could not marry Legolas - shame. There was lots of action, as you would expect.A fine set of excellent films, but I think Peter Jackson might well consider he has done all he can - another film might be risky. But I would like to know how Tauriel ended up.

Came in good condition and haven't had any issue with playing the discs.

Expectations were high when the first movie was released in the cinemas and I would say I was initially disappointed with it, so I didn't go to see the other two at the time. Think I enjoyed watching the whole set on DVD more, except maybe for the last one in which the 5 army battle scene gets more & more ridiculous and dragged out. I think the 2nd movie is the best of the trilogy and that the whole thing should have been 2 movies, rather than 3. The only extras on each DVD are 1 or 2 trailers and a 6-7 min movie about the locations in New Zealand, which is fair enough for the price.

As entertaining now as it was then. Dwarves, elves, wizards, and a dragon.

Die Lieferung erfolgt innerhalb weniger Tage und fas Produkt ist so, wie ich es erwartet hatte. Ich würde es wieder kaufen.

Tout en anglais c'est pas cool nous ne pouvons pas les regarder

A masterpiace directed by Peter Jackson

Como todo de Peter Jackson, un triliogia maestro, aunque parece más corto que el Señor de los anillos. Calidad muy bueno, tengo un reproductor de los malos, pero se ve sin problemas. Excelwente compra.

Die dvd ist nicht auf deutsch