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I’m a huge Star Wars fan, but I think the LOTR trilogy as a whole is the greatest movie ever made by far.
Darth Maul I agree
I’ve started to agree with that notion too, even as a person who came of age when the original films were in theaters and meant the world to me. I think it’s because the material is much more dense in terms of time spent with the characters, whereas Star Wars is essentially a very simple story painted in broad strokes.
But a big - yet very specific - reason for me is the conclusion of both trilogies. People complain about ROTK’s multiple endings but I think they are all very needed to show how everyone’s stories wrap up. It really puts the period at the end of the sentence. ROTJ (not the Special Edition version) however, just abruptly ends at the campfire party in Endor. Death Star blows up and the movie is over 3 minutes later with everyone smiling and dancing at a party. It’d be like if ROTK ended with everyone laughing while Frodo lays in bed.
If the SW films were 3+ hours each and had the benefit of modern effects, perhaps we might have seem a truly epic ending. But then again, that’s not the type of films Lucasfilm set out to make. But still, I felt even then like ROTJ ended on a very small note. If a Sequel trilogy was planned to start soon after, then it’d be a perfect ending to set things up for the prologue of Episode VII.
In any event, both trilogies are what I would give the high praise of “achievements in filmmaking”.
I think if Star Wars had only ever existed as the original trilogy, an easier argument could be made that it's the greatest. (Although obviously, that's still a matter of personal opinion.)
But starting with the prequels, the brand of Star Wars has expanded so much beyond the original trilogy. And regardless of whether the new material has been weak or strong, the overall effect has diluted our memories of those first movies. It's hard to remember now just what a compact, evocative storytelling feat that original trilogy was. With that in mind, I can fully understand how LOTR feels like the stronger of the trilogies.
On the other hand, I heard that Amazon is considering making a LOTR-based TV series. If that comes to pass, I wonder if we'll get a similar fatigue regarding Middle Earth as we have regarding Star Wars.
WastedPo Well said, Prequels despite their flaws are also masterpieces in their own way, and the hate is completely unjustified. Sequels on the other hand...makes me angry and sad to see what is happening to Star Wars.
WastedPo You do know that there was tons of SW material before the prequels right? The brand was ever expanding since the very first film.
"I CAN'T CARRY IT FOR YOU, BUT I CAN CARRY YOU!"
SAMWISE GAMGEE THE TRU MVP
He also beat a giant spider 1v1
A true friend
@@CCTV9 Not only did he beat Shelob, but he never once boasted about it, or even mentioned it. Good guy Sam
Sam is the true hero you are right... Frodo just carry the ring, but the sam carries him till the end
@@sahityanautiyal8531
Carrying the ring ain't a piece of cake.
“You Bow to No-One” Man Tears Everytime! 😭😭😭. So many emotional moments in the final movie 😭.
Oh, man, I watched that 1999946756 times and it get's me every single time.
Vesna Lukic saaaaaame
SAME.
I stopped getting tears after the first couple of times, I wish I could wipe my memory and re-read/watch The Lord of the Rings for the first time over and over and over again!
SenorPredo - Minecraft Coasters really. Granted in the first book they essentially fuck everything up. But they begin their redemptions starting with the Ents. Because they convince Tree Beard to pass by Isenguard they cause the most gentle of giants to enter the war against mordor and help completely take Isenguard and Saurumon out. With pippins help he lights the beacons of Gondor ensuring Rohan would come to aid, he also notified Gandalf that Denethor was losing his shit making Gandalf take over as the leader of Gondors army until Aragorn got their. Plus he helps preserve the line of the stewards of Gondor. Merry become a soldier for Rohan and helps to conceal the identity of Eowyn as she travels with the rohirim to aid Gondor. Also he stabs the witch king Nazgul in the back wounding him and distracting him enough for Eowyn to deal the final blow to the Witch King causing the most dangerous threat at Gondor to be taken care of, and this also causes the other Nazgul to retreat from the battle having lost their leader.
Lord of the rings is grand fantasy yes. But it also shows how the most insignificant of people can find their courage and essentially change the outcome of the world if they put their mind and will to it.
"Yeah, jump in the water"
"Oh, there is no water"
LMAO
Cássio Muzykant "And sea of Forks!"
Ahahah
Sea of Orcs HAHAHAHA
LMAOOOOO THAT WAS EPIC LOL 😂
Frodo: Proves that even a shred of hope can win out against the deepest darkness.
Sam: Proves that loyalty and friendship are the most pure of virtues.
Merry: Proves that faith in oneself and staying true to your roots will take you far.
Pippin: Proves that rising above your failures is the key to success.
---Beautiful characters; best trilogy of all time. ❤
Aragorn: Proves that man's courage can overcome the most fearsome and powerful enemies.
Gimli: Proves that size is no hindrance to the greatest of warriors.
Gandalf: Proves that no matter how powerful, the best trait a wizard can have is compassion.
Boromir: Proves that it is NEVER too late for redemption.
Legolas: Proves...um...proves...that he's seriously too perfect and maybe Jackson should've downplayed him a bit?
Truly a masterpiece of a story and brilliantly retold by peter jackson
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I wished that people had the hype that people had on the current superhero genre hype..
Legolas: Proves that even with thousands of years of racial tension, you can still find common ground with those of difference.
You should put on your comment that the ring is addiction.
Denethor: Proves that self-pity is not only annoying but also deadly.
I'm so happy you kept in the "you bow to no one"-scene, I think it's one of the most beautiful scenes in movie history.
Lol I came to this video just to look for this scene and reaction. Best ever!
but should have left in the mouth of sauron..! fantastic scene, only in the extended version..
Yeah but they didn’t add the part where Sam cries about not marrying Rosie, one of the saddest scenes on the trilogy to be fair
The riders of rohan, Sam carrying Frodo and the kneeling to the hobbits are three of the best moments in cinema history imo.
Completely agree
@Jeremy Brookes And because of that, it is and will forever be the best Trilogy ever made!
The kneeling was definitely one of the most impactful scenes for me. That, and the boat slowly heading off into the sunset.
But what about “For Frodo”
Also the Last march of the Ents - soundtrack is simple masterpiece
Sam is the true hero of the story; carrying Frodo, never being tempted by the ring, saving Frodo from Shelob, etc.
Exactly! Never understood how people prefer Frodo over Sam. Its like someone saying they prefer C3PO over R2! Its just ludicrous!
shadow giraffe Incorrect. Sam was tempted by the ring very quickly. If you rewatch the scene where Sam reaches Frodo in the tower, Sam is already almost entirely corrupt by the ring- despite having only held it for an hour or two.
Nerdist Network Yep, they both have their roles to play
Nerdist Network I would disagree, I think Sam for a while believed (or at least was very worried) that Frodo had died, and as a result he felt it was best to take and hold onto the ring for safety reasons
Sam was tempted, but was also one of the few people who was able to let it go willingly, which is a more amazing feat
“I can’t carry it for you, but I can carry you” if there isn’t a more heart-tugging display of friendship.
One of my favorite things about LOTR is how throughout their journey Frodo only has his willpower and in the end even that isn't enough. So one of the smallest and weakest of creatures is literally facing something he can't fight against. Sauron's power is just too great for anyone that has ever lived, yet against all odds they pull it off.
Why im crying, i already watch this trilogy dozens of times
There is no cure for that, i know :)
The woman in the far right always has the best reactions
A year late, but yeah I agree. I think I wrote the same thing on one of their other reactions. It's like she's constantly sitting on needles due to how immersed she is. She's perfect for reaction videos due to, well, how she reacts.
@@Terrible_fate 8:42 I absolutely love:
"I am no man."
Hehehe !
@@abrutixrock1412 LOL She is the best xD
Sam: "I can't carry it for you, but I can carry you!"
Me: "Oh god don't cry don't cry don't cry"
*cries*
"OMG! Jump in the water! Good boy."
"Oh, there is no water. Just a sea of..orcs."
LOOLOL!!
Kim's the best 😂
"I AM NO MAN."
You're a machine?
You're a wizard, Harry
You are a meat popsicle?
We were doing movie references?
-Go and see the Fifth Element with Bruce Willis.
Still the one one part in the trilogy I ever so slightly cringe at each time. Just felt a little cheesy
And by the end, you realize that Bilbo having mercy of Gollum was important. Like Gandalf said: don’t be too hasty to sentence someone to death.
This second half of this movie is the best within cinematic history. The writing, acting, cinematoprahy, emotional moments and epicness just all comes together in the most beautiful way.
"By all of which you hold dear, on this good earth ... I bid you STAND; MEN OF THE WEST!!!" always makes me want to be first one to storm into Mordor, bloody amazing speaches in this film.
It makes me sad to think how a line like "Stand men of the west!" would be unacceptable in certain circles.... that line would never make it into a movie today without raising a storm of controversy about sexism and "white nationalism" somehow. 🙄
Djuuuuu
@@ohifonlyx33 IKR :) its so stupid :)
I cried during the Rohan charge, during the bowing, during the boat scene, during destroying of the ring, during Aragorn's speech and more ..... BUT IM A MAN OK?
Frodo Gandalf and the Elves went to Valinor. It is essentially a place where elves came from and is yes essentially paradise, a trip that is essentially similar to dying since you do not come back from it and live forever in it. So that's where they are going. As the elves pointed out, they left because the powers of the rings was dissolved, magic became stale in the world and the time of men was coming to a start. All rest was fading and they were going back on the place of their divinity. Frodo decided to leave with them because his quest was ended and his wounds both literally and figuratively never healed. He decided his time has ended in the world of middle earth and was ready to move on.
The Eagles are descendants of the Eagles of Manwë, the Vice Regent of Middle Earth, and are more like spirits than actual birds.
If the Eagles had just run Frodo up to Mordor, the Nazgul would have been more than a match for them. It had to be a sneak attack.
TheMinarus The Elves did not come from Valinor. They awoke in Middle Earth and eventually found their way to Valinor
1993DJC I've noticed the exact opposite but, i guess i haven't had your experiences
In the books, Samwise was invited to join them in The Undying Lands sometime later, since he bore The Ring. Be it for a short time it effected him greatly. lotr.fandom.com/wiki/Undying_Lands
One of my favorite parts.. when Gandalf rides with the eagles to rescue Frodo and Sam, there are three eagles stooping down to pick up survivors. You know, in the off chance that there needed to be three souls in need of rescue. That Gandalf, optimistic to the end..
16 years later (god damn, that long already), the "My friends, you bow to no one." scene still gets me to tear up.
The Eagles are messengers and an extension of Manwë, who is the head of the Valar (like arch-angels) and lord of the skies. After the 1st and 2nd age, they have pulled back on being too involved in the affairs of men (and the Elves that remained in middle Earth). They did come to the aid of Gandalf though, because Gandalf is actually one of the most powerful and wise Ainur (angel) from the order of Manwë...
Anyway, you should really read The Silmarillion, because there's so much lore all the way from the creation of the world up until the events of LotR. It's an amazing piece of work (or art if you like) that explains so much.
Anyway, I love your reaction videos!
Just gonna add this cause there always seems to be one person who asks why they don't just use the eagles to fly to mordor. One of the characters in the novels basically asks Gandalf why they don't do this and he tells them that the eagles all have a fierce pride and the Ring would corrupt them because of it.
Obviously you can’t have the Eagles carry the ring for external storytelling purposes, just as the bad guy always makes the mistake of leaving the hero alive in the first act of a spy film. There just wouldn’t be a film then.
That said, I like that the Eagles only show up at the end because it shows that all the intelligent creatures of Middle Earth need to take a stand, just like the Ents did in The Two Towers (even if they did it more for vengeance than anything else; however, it’s positioned earlier in the film by Merry that just standing by is not good enough because they’re “part of this world”). Also, it’s kind of necessary since we do see an Eagle early on in the 1st film and then never again, so it’s good to see their arc conclude. Even if it isn’t as important as seeing what happened to say, Saruman. But it’s still nice to tie off that loose end.
I dunno, I've enjoyed history books a lot more. I'd say it's more like reading the Bible, and not the crazy stuff in Revelation. More like the "so-and-so begat so-and-so, who begat..." part. It was educational, but *man* was it a slog. (You want something more akin to a fantasy version of a history book, read "A World of Ice and Fire". That was really engrossing and wasn't nearly as much of a slog for me.
also the eagels are intelligent and could be corrupted by the ring
Also, Gandalf saved the head eagle Gwaihir's life at some point in the past. As a token of gratitude, he allows Gandalf to ride upon him and his kin. Gandalf only calls upon them when he's in dire need so he doesn't abuse the privilege either.
DEAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAATH
FOR FRODO
*DEAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAATH*
Huell Babineaux I read that in Huell’s voice 😂
There is no more ferocious warrior than one who expects to die in the battle, as he will fight til the last and be daring as he never would had he hoped to live
*FORTH EORLINGAS!!!*
Fun fact: many years later after Rosie dies Sam goes to the west as well and meets Frodo. Plus after Aragon dies of age Legolas and Gimli goes to the west too.
The eagles couldn't have taken Sam and Frodo to the mountain because the Eye of Sauron would've seen them.
Not only is Return of the King the greatest movie of all time, but the trilogy as a whole is the greatest trilogy of all time. The only nitpick I have with it now is that some of the special effects doesn't hold up as well, but we are talking about 5% of the effects. 95% of the effects are flawless. There is no wrong answer to which is your favorite Lord of the Rings movie, they are equally extraordinary. This trilogy will never be topped. It could take decades before we see another movie trilogy that matches this.
Yeah, they're not flawless (examples being some effects and having the double's faces for the hobbits and Gimli not swapped for the actor's in some scenes) but all in all they're the biggest achievement in cinema history. I doubt any movie, or hell even a trilogy, could ever match up to LOTR.
CGI and VFX help achieve the impossible and bring fantasy to life but aren't the underpinning factor that make great films. Star Wars OT was a great trilogy, the effects don't hold up well either for today's standards. Films today with effects and technology for today are not going to hold up well either in the future. It should only be judged for its time, a spectacle driven by that certain era. A horse wagon was pretty amazing in the 1800s and now we have trucks.
How did a 10 minute version of this movie STILL make me CRY!?! 😭 Great job. Always love joining in the fun. On a happier note: "THAT STILL ONLY COUNTS AS ONE!!" and that shot of your cat! Made me 😁👍👍
For me I really enjoyed the storyline of Aragorn in the books and the movies because he is a character of honour and loyalty and at the end when he says, "You bow to no-one" I was almost bawling at the amount of love that he has built up for the Hobbits. I know we will never get a continuation, but from the ending alone it is clear that Aragorn will continue to be the brave, honourable and loyal man he is but as a king.
About the Eagles:
Tolkien never fully explained why the Eagles did not help the whole time. He just described them as a powerful weapon which he did not want to use too often in his books. But geeks found interesting facts in the story and formed plausible theories.
First of all the Great Eagles are not Gandalfs pets which he can call as he wishes. They were sent to Middle Earth by the leader of the Valar to watch over the Noldor (an ancient Elven Clan) and to keep an eye on the first Dark Lord Morgoth. So they were messengers and spies of a powerful being from a distant land. Even though ages passed by they remained in Middle Earth. Gandalf was a little lower in the ranks and could only ask them for help. But the Eagles decided if they wanted to act or not.
They are also still vulnerable to arrows and steel which is why they rarely helped in battles. They also did not carry the ring to Mordor because the enemy had many spies. Only the smallest and sneakiest people could try to bring the ring to Mordor without being noticed and hunted down.
Ye I've always found the question silly. With the eye of Sauron ever watchful, and with Nazgul patrolled skies, people ask why Gandfalf did not ask the eagles to fly the ring of power to Mordor? lol
theres also a lot of evidence that Radagast the Brown was an enabler and the middle man between Gandalf and the eagles. the message from Saruman's tower could have been to Radagast for aid.
I love the trio of Aragorn , Gimli and Legolus but damn Samwise Gamgee was such a beautifully written character in all of the epicness.
And the moment Aragon says 'My friends, you bow to no one' gave me goosebumps when i first watched it many many moons back...i still watch LOTR from time to time when i feel like escaping this earth and want to travel to Middle Earth !
"Put your sword down mom" :')
Loved this reaction series. Looking forward to the Hobbit reactions.
Yeah, the movies were pretty horrible, but they had some good moments.
Robin Why not look forward to them reacting to actual good movies for gods sake?
SenorPredo - Minecraft Coasters Yes it is. The only good part of the second movie is Smaug. That's it. The rest is awful.
SenorPredo - Minecraft Coasters You said it wasnt bad. It is.
I agree you. The Hobbit trilogy is not as good as The Lord of the Rings. The Lord of the Rings is a masterpiece of cinematography. This does not mean The Hobbit movies are bad. The comparison is inevitable and The Hobbit clearly losses.
Anyways, I would like a The Hobbit reaction on this Channel. And I have to say I like this reaction. The Lord of the Rings is my favorite fantasy movie ever. Thank to Storm Akima for sharing.
11:33 that third eagle was for Smeagol. Gandalf never lost the faith that he had in him until the very end.
VHL Recruitment Damn! I never thought of that!! :O
Is Gandalf riding the 3rd eagle? Thats what I remember at least
@@ukkiesc5087 He rode the one that took Frodo so yea its possible the 3rd was for smeagol.
I always looked at the third eagle like a “bodyguard” for the other two carrying Sam & Frodo.
Most epic film I ever see
The Lord Of The Rings will forever be, in my opinion, the best trilogy franchises and movies out there. I get emotional everytime and I really get captivated with the story.
Sometimes people ask me, “What’s your least favorite part of LOTR?” I usually say none. But since I rewatched Return of the King I now say when Frodo leaves for the Undying Lands. It’s so sad to see the other hobbits crying.
These have been some of my favorite reactions ever. After all these years I'm still in awe at how perfectly cast these movies were. Ever single roll.
Finally - “Return of the King,” reaction Pt 2!!! I love you ladies so much, and I want to give your mom a hug. She’s so ‘precious’, no pun intended.😄⚔️
totally intended
Denethor engulfed in flames. “Stop drop and roll!” 😂
At all the moments- “....But I can carry you” and “...You bow to no one” all the bros share a look. We don’t have to say it. We already know.
I rewatched LOTR extended around New Year's Day and it held my emotions hostage for at LEAST a week, trying to recover from it. It's so apologetically emotional and earnestly sincere... the themes are so poignant and naturally drawn from the story instead of forced on top. And the movies do the story justice by being fabulously crafted. Best trilogy ever made.
21:04 lol. When they reach the Shire in the book, nothing's fine and dandy.
how dare you leave out Theoden's Speech :( , loved the reaction waiting for the hobbit. thank you.
Clay Davis And Aragorn's at the Black Gate
yeah true..
ikr
Clay Davis kinda compelling me to donate on patreon...
UK viewer here, and I just wanted to leave a message to say I stumbled on these videos by chance and have ended up sitting here and watching your LOTR reactions instalments all at once in a single sitting. It was so wonderful and even emotional to relive these classic moments through the eyes of your family, so thank you so much for sharing.
Your reactions are awesome! I remember seeing these movies in the theaters when they came out in 2001, 2002 and 2003 and being mesmerized. The extended editions really add so much more to them so I'm glad you opted to that route. It's interesting to learn what happened to the Fellowship after the war as well, though I could understand how they could not fit all that in--Legolas eventually taking a ship to the Undying Lands and Gimli being the first dwarf to go with him, Pippin naming his children after Faramir, both Merry and Pippin being granted graves of honor by the king...oh, and Sam being able to the Undying Lands to join Frodo. Such a great story! I hope you will watch the Hobbit trilogy as well after this; it has its flaws but it's still a really great story and the actors in it are phenomenal. I'd recommend if only for their great performances!As for the Eagles...well, that's something fans will be arguing about forever. My understanding of it is this: the Eagles are a separate race, originally conceived by Tolkien to be bird shaped Maiar, which is the same race as Gandalf, Saruman, the Balrogs, etc but he ended up changing this, making them taught by the Valar and held in high esteem but not of Maiar level in the theological hierarchy. Their sight could not pierce the dark pits of Mordor, which is why they only seem to come in and really lend aid after Sauron is fallen. I don't claim to be an expert on it by any means though.
I'll venture and add this beauty:
“And far away, as Frodo put on the Ring and claimed it for his own, even in Sammath Naur the very heart of his realm, the Power in Barad-dûr was shaken, and the Tower trembled from its foundations to its proud and bitter crown. The Dark Lord was suddenly aware of him, and his Eye piercing all shadows looked across the plain to the door that he had made; and the magnitude of his own folly was revealed to him in a blinding flash, and all the devices of his enemies were at last laid bare. Then his wrath blazed in consuming flame, but his fear rose like a vast black smoke to choke him. For he knew his deadly peril and the thread upon which his doom now hung.
From all his policies and webs of fear and treachery, from all his stratagems and wars his mind shook free; and throughout his realm a tremor ran, his slaves quailed, and his armies halted, and his captains suddenly steerless, bereft of will, wavered and despaired. For they were forgotten. The whole mind and purpose of the Power that wielded them was now bent with overwhelming force upon the Mountain. At his summons, wheeling with a rending cry, in a last desperate race there flew, faster than the winds, the Nazgûl, the Ringwraiths, and with a storm of wings they hurtled southwards to Mount Doom.”
11:20 was one of THE most powerful scenes in my opinion. The ABSOLUTE obliteration of evil. SO awesome!
I'm sure I've read somewhere 1 guy working on this movie stayed over the Christmas break period or some holiday period to animate that scene by themselves. And it really is an awesome scene, so well animated especially for the year this movie released.
Sending good vibes for your family and your dad. I hope his recovery is speedy. Thank you for taking the time to do this!
Ride of the Rohirrim: "For morning came, morning and a wind from the sea; and darkness was removed, and the hosts of Mordor wailed, and terror took them, and they fled, and died, and the hoofs of wrath rode over them. And then all the host of Rohan burst into song, and they sang as they slew, for the joy of battle was on them, and the sound of their singing that was fair and terrible came even to the City."
The movie did pretty well with it, but in this passage, Tolkien's prose rings like silver and steel.
15:36 the reason why the eagles don't help the fellowship from the start is because the whole mission is supposed to be stealth mission. If the eagles fly them over the mount doom from the start, sauron will immediately know that his enemies has the ring and want to destroy it. So he will guard the mount doom strictly.
What a lovely reaction! I'm so pleased they were open and receptive to this movie. It's one of those trilogies where you just have to open your mind and your heart.
I will never stop loving and rewatching these magical films. Every time, even during this video, I start crying when Sam picks Frodo up and basically don't stop until after the credits. "I am no man" is one of the greatest moments in all of history. Loved your reaction videos.
"You bow to no one"😭😭😭😭😭
I've lost so many tears in this trilogy every time I watching it. I love this rollercoaster of emotions!
Frodo leaving with Gandalf is such a mixed emotion scene for me. It is sad and happy at the same time. I love this channel!!!!
Gandalf, Frodo and Bilbo left to Valinor, the undying lands where the Valar (gods) and the Maiar (angels) live. The land is only open to the Elves to come and live if they choose - not any of the other races.
A special invitation was extended to Frodo and Bilbo for their contributions in destroying the One Ring.
Gandalf is able to return to Valinor since he is actually a Maiar from there.
* a note on Gandalf vs the Balrog in Moria: Gandalf was able to hold his own against the balrog because they were both Maiar level beings.
Your anologies are a little off. The Valar are the angels and the Maiar are more like spirits. There is only one god in Tolkien's world: Illuvatar, the allfather. The angels in his world are called Ainur. They helped Illuvatar create the Universe and took on physical form in which they were called Valar. So basically Tolkien merges different concepts of deities so that in the end both the idea of a pantheon of multiple gods and a single god can coexist in his world. Because both are true.
Also, Frodo and Bilbo were allowed to go to Valinor because they were also ring bearers.
Akima, Eagles symbolically represented salvation, the saving grace in bird form. They only are summoned when most needed, when there is an impossible situation to get out of. In the olden days they were like the mythical phoenix that rose from the ashes in the form of rebirth. If you notice they often came when fire is all around. 🕊
Very enjoyable to watch people experiencing and appreciate this magic for the first time. Great video. Sub earned
I just love these reactions, you're all wonderful to watch :) "You bow to no one" that still makes me cry.
I have watched this trilogy hundreds of times and I still cry every single time. This is by far, my favorite story of all time, book and movies.
Does anyone else notice that when Sam picks up Frodo and starts carrying him up Mount Doom, a French Horn solo of 'Into the West' starts playing? 10:05
I absolutely love your family, so happy they appreciated how amazing these movies are. Bless them.
"Good boy jump in the water."
*Screen pans out for them*
"Oh boy there is no water." LOL
The lady on the far side of the couch is my favorite.😂 Love the reactions!
12:13Merry: "Wow!"Sam: "Oh my God!"Frodo: "Please don't..."Pipin: "That's right! About freaking time!"
Great to see your videos. This is one of the best trilogies ever. I also watched all of this series with my mother and father just like you. So it's great to see your reactions. They both really liked this series too. And my father just loves this whole series.
Being a huge fan of the movies, I very much enjoyed watching these women react to the films. I was touched that all three generations could enjoy these masterpieces together.
i love your mom haha the nerdy intros she executes are amazing and admire that XD great reaction.
This was very wholesome, I just watched lotr extended recently and love seeing people enjoy it as much as I did
Dude that pan zoom on Merry with that eager look on his face 5:18 I can't put into words how perfect this whole scene is
I've been waitin for this, but I'm literally in absolute awe of your editing skills. You can tell you are a true fan of this series, because while it's nigh impossible to edit down a 5 hour film into 10 minutes of fair use, somehow you managed it. You knew you had limited time, but still hose the most appropriate scenes fans would want to see. Amazing job, and I'm so glad to relive this series with you guys! :)
"'jump in the water, good boy ..... oh there's no water" .. that was too funny
I don't think there will ever be a better film trilogy than LOTR, the casting was absolutely perfect, makeup and costume design is stunning, sets/locations used were just breathtaking, Howard Shore's musical score is absolute sheer joy, so many recognisable pieces of music, and the attention to detail is second to none, right down to the portraits in Bag End, the intricacies of the ancient languages that give it a real sense of history, and the ornate little details in all of the outfits worn by the various species. And I love how the three films were all filmed over two years in NZ, no breaks in between just constant filming of all three at once to really make sure there's a real sense of continuity. That for me is one of the reason why this trilogy stands out so much, all three films feel like they're one continuous storyline, rather than three separate instalments of the same franchise like Star Wars, Back to the Future or Scream.
OMG your sister's reactions give me LIFE! LMAO! Also, my mom almost made me fall out my chair laughing at the scene when Eowyn kills the Witch King by goin "I'm melting! Melting!!" XD
Her sister has the best reactions yeah
Every-time I battle it’s return of the king.
Watching you all react was like watching it for the first time. How fun. I highly recommend watching the appendices.
Who would of thunk I would be so excited looking at three lovely ladies .... because they're reacting to ROTK.
Thanks as always for the time and effort put into the video. It's greatly appreciated.
Ok Ive never even thought of donating to anyones Patreon before on youtube (ive pledged to a great writer), especially since Im not great financially.
But just watching these small clips - I immediately have gone to pledge my $5 ($6 in the UK).
Urgh its so awesome and unique to see reactions of people who have no idea of any of it, and also because you and your mum and sister? seem so awesome. Really natural reactions.
Also it must have taken an insane amount of time to edit and choose which ten minutes etc, you clearly put a lot into it so thankyou. Im excited to pledge and watch the full versions!
These reactions are THE BEST you people are so genuine! Thank you :)
Watched in theaters as a kid and as a teen, this trilogy keeps getting better as I age, it's remarkable how wonderful and timeless Tolkien's legacy is. And it's amazing how Peter Jackson adapted it to the big screen.
Everyone I know either already loves this series or is totally disinterested, so I’ve never been able to be with someone on their first watch. I’m so glad they enjoyed and thank you for sharing, there’s really nothing like it.
I love your reactions and how honest they are , love and best wishes to your family.
My fav comment : "Oh, both of them? Oh this is just great" :D
I adore your reactions so much :)
I was like your sister when Aragorn said, "my friends, you bow to no one".
The Eagles are extremely powerful creatures and having them around would have made things worse because the ring would have manipulated even the Eagles! For instance Gandalf didn't even hold the ring in the "fellowship of the ring".
Its funny how many people were helping in making of the movies. They even build entire Shire in New Zeland and is now tourist attraction.
Even New Zeland army helped them with some big fighting scenes. Also was funny how in each movie Peter Jackson had a cameo (in Return of the King, he was one pirate on the boat who got shot, in Fellowship of the ring he is bearded guy all wet when they enter in village of Brie when Hobbits leave Shire.... I just can not remember where he pops up in Two Towers.
Also is funny how Sir Cristopher Lee told Peter Jackson how was exact sounds person has when he gets stabbed......aaaand he was OSS in World War 2 UK Operation of Special Services I think (aka secret service) so makes you wonder HOW he knows those sounds ; P
New Zealand I live there
"For frodo..." Aragorn said, making me cry for hours.
Wonderful movie series, wonderfulreqctions! Re. the boat trip at the end, I believe you are correct that is the Elves' final journey to the "Undying Lands", equivalent to going to Heaven, on another magical plain. It it exclusively an Elven realm, but Frodo, Bilbo and Gandalf were all granted special blessings to pass into the realm with the others to spend their remaining days.
I wish they put the "the ring is mine" scene in it.
I loved it as always regardless, I was just excited for this scene. Great jobs guys and thanks for giving us a another amazing reaction.
They went to Aman, the place where the elves were originally were created. It's sort of like the Christian concept of the Garden of Eden. When Gandalf died (physically) in the first movie he returned there in his true maiar form (equivalent of an angel). His true form is of a ethereal light being far more powerful than the human wizard form they take while on middle earth. The Valar (arch-angels) then knew of Sarumon's treachery and took his power and gave it to Gandalf then returned him physically. There is a singular God named Uru who created the Valar and Maiar (collectively called Ainur). So a good wizard is effectively immortal. Gandalf became the White and Saruman become the Grey (or something less than that I think). Sauron is like a fallen angel called a (i.e. Lucifer).
Something else of note. Sauron was the minion of Melkor a Valar who went rogue, like Lucifer. Like lucifer he was also the greatest of the Ainur and rebelled out of pride. There was this big war and Melkor was eventually defeated. Sauron, a maiar greater than Gandalf, but not quite at Valar levels, survived and would later became a problem and that's why the wizards were on middle earth. To help men and elves against him. Anyway, the men who helped the Valar during the Great War were gifted with longer life, greater wisdom and enhanced physical attributes. An island was created for them called Numenor. Aragorn is a descendant of those men. That's why he looks so young for a 87 year old. He'll live for hundreds of years. I think anywhere from 250-300.
Man when theoden sounds the charge the first time, goosebumps.
In the end they were sailing to Valinor.That's an island where special people like wizards,elbs and ring carriers can go to.It's like heaven with white beaches where they live forever without illness,sadness or anything.For me it feels like they are leaving to die,but they live forever❤.This trilogy is so beautiful and is part of my life😭
I've been watching a lot of reactions to LOTR, but these are the best reactions, I love your family so much!
I hope your dad will be better, please take all the time you need :)
As always I love your reactions, so whatever you'll choose next, and whenever you'll do it, i'll be watching :p
this has been my favorite reaction series EVER!!!! :D :D
Moments that make me tear up...
"I can't carry it for you. But, I can carry you!" - Sam
"For Frodo." - Aragorn
"My friends, you bow for no one." - Aragorn
"We set out to save the Shire, Sam. And, it has been saved.....but not for me." - Frodo
"I'm glad to be with you, Samwise Gamgee, here at the end of all things." - Frodo
I like the intro it very convincing. I enjoyed this whole video very much thank you for sharing
King Theoden "6,000 spears, less than half of what I hoped for"
Aragon "That won't be enough to break the lines of Mordor"
When Gandalf was talking to Pepin he was talking about Dying, but in the end, they go to Valinor, which is the land of the Elves, which is why it is called the Undying Lands, since the Elves are Immortal.
Hahaha Nan you legend! Greatest...Intro...Ever.
I've seen this trilogy so many times but the ending still gets me. Crying like a baby.