[elenquesse]

I think Orlando Bloom really played the part, even despite the horrid lines he was frequently given. The mumakil scene was a highlight of the movie met with much cheering and clapping from the theater audience (luckily not too many swooning girls). And I loved the way PJ developed he and Gimli's friendship more with the rivalry, as it really brings out the non-"Does my hair look OK?" side of Legolas.<P>However, I kind of wish PJ had chosen a less boyishly-cute actor (although I'm all for Orli) because I'm seeing the movie on a middle-school field trip tomorrow, and I am particularly worried about the obnoxious gasping from the girls. I mean, half of the female student body already has "Orlando Bloom is the hottest guy ever!" in their AIM profile...