The DVD of The Hobbit follows the Lord of The Rings.
This charming and whimsical story of the Shire is enjoyable. Similar to the earlier Rings DVDs, the narrative begins slowly, allowing time to delve into the characters. However, the length of the DVD is excessive, reminiscent of a violent games disc.
Patience is essential while watching this tale.
The journey begins in the Shire, featuring a beautifully tranquil introduction, showcasing the vibrant life of a Hobbit, Bilbo Baggins, and also presenting the dwarves and Gandalf the wizard.
After this calm and delightful opening, the film shifts to a fast-paced and chaotic sequence filled with trolls, monsters, Orks, underground combat, chases, and sword battles.
The magical ring plays a minor role in the storyline, and the concept of ‘my precious’ remains somewhat ambiguous. The conclusion leaves much to be desired, with a dragon merely opening an eye as the final scene.
For its visual style, action, and appeal to children who love stunning graphics as seen in gaming, it indeed is a fantastic film. However, for adults, the film feels overly lengthy and, at times, tedious.
It’s a great promotional piece for tourism in New Zealand.
by DVD Derek
