Lurtz

[Gilthalion]

<BR> What?</b><br><br> *sighs*<br> <br> It will certainly be a cinematic adaptation of Tolkien's tale. By definition, it will not be Tolkien's tale as written, for it will not be a work to be read privately, but a work to be experienced <i> en masse</i> in a theatre!<br> <br> Comparisons are futile! (Though one could hope the movie will be true in content as well as spirit.)<br> <br> I guess I haven't seen as many spy photos as everyone else. Most of the promotional and spy photos I've seen have been absolutely stunning.<br> <br> There is one of a wizard (presumably Saruman) impaled on a spiked wheel that is unsettling.<br> <br> Artistic license.<br> <br> But Art is indeed subject to Critique!<br> <br> I am certain of this much, this film will (obviously) be the BEST cinematic interpretation for many years to come!<br> <br> (It's not like anyone has made a new &quot;Gone With The Wind&quot; in the last 50 years!)<br> <br> Face it! You won't see a better adaptation in your lifetimes!<br> <br> Considering the caliber of the actors, the original story from which they work, the loving attention, the incredible special effects, the gorgeous sets and scenery and costumes, overall, I expect there will be little to complain of.<br> <br> (Except that Bombadil will be missed!) <p><center> <a href="http://www.barrowdowns.com">Barrow-Downs</a>~<a href="http://www.geocities.com/robertwgardner2000">Bare Bones</a>~<a href="http://pub41.ezboard.com/btarostineruhir">Tar Ost-in-Eruhir</a>~<a href="http://www.geocities.com/robertwgardner2000/gilthalion.html">Grand Adventures</a>~<a href="http://www.barrowdowns.com/fanfichobbits.asp">The Hobbits</a>~<a href="http://www.tolkientrail.com">Tolkien Trail</a> </center></p>