Age change in Théoden

[Sauron the White]

from davem

Is one not allowed to dislike these movies?

Yes.

Is one not allowed to prefer the books?

Yes.

Can one not disagree with critics?

Yes.

All I ask is you judge the film by the characteristics and standards that are applicable to film as a medium. Do not compare it to other things and pronounce judgment as to if it is better or worse. Because it is not other things. It is what it is with its own qualities, characteristics, and elements all unto itself.