The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey(2012)- User Reviews

“The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey” is a unique film that appears to obviously stir the concept of benevolent forces colliding with malevolent elements. “Ian Mckellen” returns in the pivotal role of Gandalf the Grey. He persuasively plays the wizard who strives to foster unity among Bilbo Baggins and the company of dwarves. Cate Blanchett (Elizabeth, Ponyo,Hanna) and Hugo Weaving (the Matrix films, Captain America, Cloud Atlas) also play important roles with the characters of Galadriel and Elrond. The artistic detail of the orcs and goblins are done in a one of a kind fashion, but I admit that they also remind me a little of some of the villain characters from my husband’s World of Warcraft computer game. Many of the characters played an integral part to the plot of this film. However, two of my personal favorite characters were that of Bilbo Baggins (played by Martin Freeman) and Thorin Oakenshield (played by Richard Armitage). They both seem to be two sides of the same spiritual coin and challenge each other in way that brings out their spiritual growth. “The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey” is great for those who enjoyed any of the Lord Rings trilogies or like fantasy movies.