The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers (EXTENDED EDITION) | Full Reaction
Added 2025-01-05 14:00:09 +0000 UTCI'm officially addicted to The Lord of the Rings world. This wasn't another movie in the trilogy- It was an entirely new experience through
I'm officially addicted to The Lord of the Rings world. This wasn't another movie in the trilogy- It was an entirely new experience through Middle-Earth. The way Sam refuses to give up on Frodo, even as the Ring is breaking him, felt so raw and real. And Sam's quiet moment talking about the stories that matter, the ones that give you hope. It felt like he was speaking directly to me. Like he was saying, 'Hey, even when things feel impossible, keep going.'
And Gandalf... Seeing him return as Gandalf the White was like watching hope itself come to life in the middle of all despair. Every moment that he was on screen I could feel his renewed light and purpose.
Honestly, the entire movie was so much more than I expected even after coming from the beauty of Fellowship of the Ring. I can't wait to keep going with this journey!
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LINK: https://youtu.be/QUq1CO5ePTQ
I watched this on HBO Max
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"Those without swords can still die upon them." This film made me completely fall in love with Eowyn. A lot of reviewers think of the burgeoning love between her and Aragorn is too quick and forced. In the books they spent many months together. Her unrequited love for him is so pure. Also this is an incredible turn from Brad Dourif (Wormtongue), the Academy Award winner from One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest, Lynch's Dune and Mississippi Burning. He is seriously underrated. Tolkien served in World War I. He saw children being thrown into the industrial war machine and saw them ground to ash. His hatred of the industrialisation of his green and pleasant land should be easily apparent here. Even though I love the books... Treebeard's scenes are the hardest slog (which I mostly skip through). He does go on a bit ! This is definitely Gimli's best film. He has so many great lines. John Rhys-Davies (Sallah in Indiana Jones) suffered tremendously under the prosthetics of which he had an irritating allergic reaction to the glue, so that each night after Gimli was removed his face was covered in angry sore red blotches. Davies happily admits that he took out this frustration on the poor stunt men dressed as orcs that were thrown in his path. Even though it was a rubber axe... he still gave them a thrashing ! Dure to the pacing I find this instalment the hardest to get through of the three, but it still has so many rewarding moments.
pinkdino99
2025-10-19 15:22:38 +0000 UTCGollum/Smeagol, is an once in a lifetime character, not easily replicated, i love Frodo, Aragorn, Sam etc. But they are types of characters we have seen many of times before, Gollum is such a special character and they have done him masterfully, and dont get me started on the acting of Andy Serkis as Gollum so freaking amazing.
Kristoffer Smedegaard
2025-09-14 13:02:45 +0000 UTCI'm new too....lol! I didn't even know I had to have my own copy when I subbed but fortunately I did have a boxed set (extended) one from ages back. I've since realised that you can use the clock you have on the video and sync fairly well with the video player on my pc. It works fairly well only every so often I have to pause your video to let mine catch up...lol. Cheers from the UK.
Nix001
2025-01-17 15:35:38 +0000 UTCI'm still new to Patreon and I didn't realize sync breaks were a thing! I apologize!! I'll be more mindful of this in the future
Kali Wali
2025-01-17 14:38:36 +0000 UTCHow the hell are you supposed to sync your extended copy! There are no sync breaks you just have to try and guess. Please add in a ten second visual links every so often to make it easy.
Nix001
2025-01-17 13:44:44 +0000 UTCSeeing the comments I nearley very nearley thought no-one knew about the broken toe :D :D but I did notice that no-one caught Aomer dropping his sword as he mounts his horse just after he tells Aragorn Legolas and Gimli that Merry and pippin are dead :) just as he sits down in his saddle you can see the sword fall out :D :D
John Smith
2025-01-13 17:38:32 +0000 UTCLOL yes I am 4'10" so I'm a bit on the tall side for a hobbit haha. But I definitely think I've truly found my people here 🤣✨ I looove that Gimli quote (and most of his amazing quotes, honestly) but now this'll e popping into my head when gaming as well hehe
Kali Wali
2025-01-13 17:26:35 +0000 UTCThat's a good point, that the overall message of TTT, which I think you're very correct, hinges on hope, kind of requires those story beats. And I do like that they put in the bit where Aragon is like BUT THEY'RE COMING TO KILL YOU and Theoden is like "shut up, idiot, I know that, stop freaking my dudes out, I'm trying to keep their spirits up." In that moment Theoden is the one inspiring hope, while Aragorn is the one ignoring its power.
Chris Truex
2025-01-12 19:05:28 +0000 UTCi think I remember somewhere you saying that you are around 4'10'', right? Pippin, when he was drinking the special water said he was pushing 3'8''. I think that means you're closer to hobbit height than my height at 6'2'' hehe. I'd be fine with carrying you around like an Ent tho, don't worry! Squeebeard some call me... "Bring your pretty face to my axe!" is a Gimli quote I use often in games lol
Squeesher
2025-01-12 18:39:19 +0000 UTCYou make reaaaally good points. I do agree with you that Helm's Deep was the most sensible decision. Look at his tiny open village on the hillside vs. the awesome fortress of Helm's Deep. They were much safer there.. But the film does make you feel like- "Oof. Why isn't he just staying and fighting??" because of the weight of Gandalf's words. I think maybe the disconnect comes from the way Gandalf (also the narrative) frames the choice- almost implying Theoden's lack of hope is a flaw. But Theoden did have hope the entire time! It was just pragmatic, cautious hope rooted in preparation and survival. Like he said, the Helm has never failed them and kept them safe for centuries. I can see why this characterization feels that way! I see it now, too. It's like they want to underline the theme of hope and faith so strongly that they kinda overshadowed Theoden's very reasonable choice. He wasn't wrong, he was just human.
Kali Wali
2025-01-12 14:11:00 +0000 UTCIt's always irked me that the film really tries to say that Theoden is making a mistake going to Helm's Deep. But what in the world was he supposed to do? Attack an army of 10,000 with like 40 guys? He knows exactly what's happening, and he's NOT wrong to think he's alone. Sure, things work out, but... if he had "ridden out against them" or whatever Gandalf suggested, they would have been slaughtered. I know things are a bit different in the book, but film Theoden always strikes me as a deeply sensible, pragmatic commander at Helm's Deep, who's trying his best to protect his people. He isn't despairing. He's preparing for what is coming. Hope didn't save them, a bunch of soldiers and a wizard attacking from the rear saved them. And only just. I know it's a small thing, I love the battle of Helm's Deep, and this film, but it's like a tiny little pebble in my shoe with how he's characterized.
Chris Truex
2025-01-11 06:59:51 +0000 UTCLittle details always add soooo much to the depth and authenticity of stories. All of these details are 1000% why these earlier films are so loved and cherished. They cared about everything.. They didn't skip any of it! You can just tell <3
Kali Wali
2025-01-09 02:41:00 +0000 UTCI honestly didn't even know the Silmarillion existed until chat blew up with it on the YouTube premiere lol. I can't wait to deep dive into these as soon as I can!
Kali Wali
2025-01-09 02:39:47 +0000 UTCyou'll have to read the Silmarillion - Ainulindale "the Music of the Ainur" it will tell you how the world began
Blood Swine
2025-01-08 18:25:27 +0000 UTCI will foreeeever look back at this scene and feel pain for him haha! Crazy!
Kali Wali
2025-01-08 03:58:19 +0000 UTCAlso, sorry I'm seeing this so late!! I'm usually quicker at responding but it's been a day lol
Kali Wali
2025-01-08 03:57:59 +0000 UTCHey! So you have to pull up your copy of The Two Towers (extended edition) and begin it at the same time I press play (I do a countdown). I hope this helps :) Let me know!
Kali Wali
2025-01-08 03:57:39 +0000 UTCI had no idea Tolkien was a devout Christian. Makes my thinking about Gandalf and his Christ-like resurrection feel more sound! I love the break down off the three possible Christ figures being Gandalf, Frodo, and Aragorn. Each representing different aspects of Christ's story! I'm really excited to go into Return of the King this weekend. I'm actually both excited and a little intimidated to experience it. I'm hearing more and more people say how emotionally impacting it is and I'm thinking, "how can it be more so than these have been so far!?". This trilogy has already started to challenge the way I think about storytelling and hope, and I can't wait to see how it all comes together in the end of it all.
Kali Wali
2025-01-08 03:55:31 +0000 UTCGuys, why there is no sound on the video reaction??
Mihai Georgian Guruianu
2025-01-07 19:38:23 +0000 UTCTreebeard is voiced by John Rhys-Davies, who also plays Gimli. In the scene when they think Merry and Pippin are dead, when Aragorn kicks a helmet Viggo Mortensen actually broke his toe. His scream of frustration was actually because he was hurt, but he used it to fuel his performance and that was the take they used.
Tom Evans
2025-01-07 09:51:51 +0000 UTCThis was an excellent watch. Regarding Gandalf as a Christ figure - that's not far off. Tolkien was a devout Catholic and, while he disliked allegory, I would say there are 3 Christ figures in LotR. You have Gandalf's sacrificial death and resurrection, Frodo the spotless lamb suffering the full weight of evil, and Aragorn the coming king out of obscurity. You are right that this is a story about hope (Aragorn's mother named him Estel, elvish for hope). Get ready for Return of the King - there are no weak links in this trilogy but there really is no other film like it. I was not the same person after watching it.
sizesixteens
2025-01-07 03:45:21 +0000 UTCI enjoyed the banter between Legolas and Gimli so much! Their friendship is one of my favorite parts of this journey, too. It adds such a perfect balance to the intensity, and watching their bond grow since Fellowship is extremely heartwarming. It's great writing and directing that their camaraderie cuts through the tension without ever feeling out of place. I can't get over the music, too! And you're absolutely right, it's unique to this world alone. It amplifies so many emotions! Can't wait for the next one even though I'm sad it'll be the last of the trilogy!
Kali Wali
2025-01-07 01:36:53 +0000 UTCI always enjoy reading your detailed and beautifully written messages! I don't even know where to begin because there's a ton of richness in what you've started. First, I had no idea Bernard Hill died.. RIP :( Theoden's journey and the incredible depth of his character definitely hit me in personal ways as a parent myself. His character is one of those that stayed with me throughout the rest of the movie and even after. That quote you shared is such an incredible image, Theoden riding ahead of his men, filled with fire and purpose. It's things like this that make me excited to dive into the books sometime in the future! Thank you for sharing- It really deepens my appreciation for the character! Very fascination about Gandalf as a Maiar.. I'm really slowly starting to piece together just how much depth there is to the worldbuilding, and the idea of Gandalf as an "angel incarnate" adds sooo much more weight to his presence and purpose. And I hadn't considered the Odin comparison, but wow it makes total sense! These "deep rabbit holes" are definitely the reason why this story is so beloved and epic lol I'm really excited going into Return of the King, but I can't deny I'm sad the trilogy's end is already almost here! I keep getting the tissue box warning as well and now I can't even imagine what's coming next. Thank you again for sharing your passion, knowledge, and kindness on my reaction to this!
Kali Wali
2025-01-07 01:32:49 +0000 UTCI love this one the most only because of the slight comedic relief from legolas and gimli and to see their friendship progress throughout. Im glad you get frission from the music too as it is completely unique to this world. im also glad to see you so excited to watch LOTR . ive seen these movies so many times i can recite at least 3/4 of it so while im working right now im still following along haha. 😁
C.j.
2025-01-06 20:16:26 +0000 UTCWhen I say least favorite I mean in the sense that I, for example, prefer chocolate ice cream over vanilla. It’s still ice cream. LOL
Marty McGee
2025-01-06 20:10:11 +0000 UTCFirst off, RIP Bernhard Hill, my king who i would have followed to the Gates of Mordor and beyond. As a kid, Legolas and Aragorn were my favorite characters, but as you grow older you idolize king Theoden as you realize that there is no man stronger than the one who overcomes his demons and rise again. And to add to that a little quote from the books (of course no spoiler) "Suddenly the king cried to Snowmane and the horse sprang away. Behind him his banner blew in the wind, white horse upon a field of green, but he outpaced it. After him thundered the knights of his house, but he was ever before them. Éomer rode there, the white horsetail on his helm floating in his speed, and the front of the first éored roared like a breaker foaming to the shore, but Théoden could not be overtaken. Fey he seemed, or the battle-fury of his fathers ran like new fire in his veins, and he was borne up on Snowmane like a god of old, even as Oromë the Great in the battle of the Valar when the world was young. His golden shield was uncovered, and lo! it shone like an image of the Sun, and the grass flamed into green about the white feet of his steed." In regards to Gandalf being ressurected/reborn. Gandalf and the other 4 Wizards(2 Blue, 1 Brown, 1 Grey and 1 White) are not Humans but Maiar, basically angelic Creatures who were send to earth to intervene in the affairs of the third Age. Tolkien once described Gandalf as an angel incarnate; later, both he and other scholars likened Gandalf to the Norse god Odin in his "Wanderer" guise. I will better stop here because this is a deep rabbit hole but i hope it gives you a better perspective on who he is and you will learn more about him in the books. The banter between Gimli and Legolas brings very important reliefs to the heavier secenes. Sams speech in the end also brings back the perspective what is and should be important not only to the characters but to us aswell. As you rightly said, Frodo is afraid to become a second Gollum and so it was important to him to try to reach Smeagol and treat him as an equal person. Sorry for the Wall of text again. Tolkiens world is so vast and deep you could spend months talking about everything but you are doing a great job with the Movies. Better then most other reactors. Cant wait to hear from your Journey through the Books and to see the differences. One last thing, when Gandalf came back your Smile and Eyes said a lot about your feelings and showed again that your are not only very beautiful from the outside but also from within. Take care Kali and bring a Box of tissues for the third one you will need it.
Curaitis
2025-01-06 19:08:09 +0000 UTCIn comparison, in the show "Rings of Power" everyone's clothes always look brand new, they are always super clean in appearance. It really feels off and makes everything have an almost "plastic" feel to it which totally pulls you out of any immersion.
Glen Roberts
2025-01-06 18:52:51 +0000 UTCRegarding the hair situation, it's not just the hair that is different. Hands and faces are dirty and bruised as well. When Aragorn is suiting up prepping for the big battle after returning from the river, his hands are dirty and bloody as you would expect them to be at that time. I've seen reactors go "eeewww" when seeing the hobbit's dirty fingernails not understanding how much these little details add to the realism.
Glen Roberts
2025-01-06 18:48:02 +0000 UTCSo true! Even with Mass Effect, the middle of the trilogy was so much darker and deeper. But yes, this darkness was not without hope. I can't wait to move into Return of the King! I had no idea The Two Towers wasn't as much of a fan favorite. But maybe I'll understand why after the last film in the trilogy and being able to compare them all to one another. I'm really glad you've been enjoying my look through them!
Kali Wali
2025-01-06 17:07:11 +0000 UTCWow, that would be incredible! I hired on two editors at first to see how their styles varied and to see how I worked with them. While both were a little lacking on the communication.. The one for LoTR Fellowship completely missed my hard deadline I gave them and didn't apologize or give me a heads up lol. I actually thought they ghosted me and just took my footage 🤣😂 After I film Return of the King I'll definitely let you know if I need an extra hand! Thank you!
Kali Wali
2025-01-06 17:05:21 +0000 UTCYour'e sooo right about the hair detail! I've thought about it myself in Fellowship seeing Boromir and Aragorn's hair just be wild and free. Especially when they're flailing about through battles. It makes it feel so much more raw and real. And in this film.. It makes them look like they've truly gone through hell and back, which, I guess honestly, they have. Except Legolas that is haha. Classic elf perfection. Theoden's breakdown at the funeral wrecked me, too. The performance was so real that I could actually feel the weight of his loss hitting him all at once. The war with Sauron was so deeply personal, not just on a grand scale but in the intimate, human losses they went through. I really love your take on the theme of fighting even when there's no hope. I felt this way too. Theoden's line about making their end "worthy of remembrance" gave me actual chills, especially after everything Rohan had gone through. What a powerful way to reframe hopelessness- not as a reason to give up but as a reason to fight even harder. Also thank you for pointing out that context about Elrond. It makes a lot of sense and helps me understand his actions more. Knowing what happened to his wife puts his fear for Arwen into perspective. it doesn't make his manipulation any less harsh, but it does show that he comes from a place of pure concern and hurt. He's terrified of losing his daughter the same way, and that fear drives him to act out in ways that may not seem fair to Arwen. As for the book video, I'd love to! Another person mentioned it here about a book club. With my schedule I'm not sure if I have time for all of that (I've tried in the past and it never went through lol) but I could definitely find time to make a video about my journey through each book if that's something everyone would be interested in! As you can tell, I've been very wrapped up in the lore and amazingness of this trilogy so far :)
Kali Wali
2025-01-06 17:03:53 +0000 UTCAwww man. Yes I had a feeling that hope would carry through into this movie because it was such a huge part of Fellowship. But I don't think anything could have helped me through the loss of hope I felt during most of this film. Seeing Frodo slip deeper and deeper into madness, Gollum and Smeagol having an inner battle, Sam hanging onto every last thread but also losing it in some parts, seeing how quickly an evil army was built and the frustration of the Ents taking forever to make a decision had me feeling suffocated in despair.. But hope still pulled through and won in the end. Hope still held on even through the darkest of times. I absolutely love the storytelling in these films. I don't think I've ever quite experienced anything like it. And to think there is still so much lore, world building and character development in the books? I have a feeling I'll be LoTR obsessed for most of 2025 at this rate haha. I'm really glad you're loving this journey through my eyes!!
Kali Wali
2025-01-06 16:57:02 +0000 UTCOmg. We are snowed in here, too! It's still coming down.. We were only expecting 6 inches at most, but it's already past that lol. Hopefully you're staying warm and safe and your power stays on during this crazy winter storm. I'm glad you're enjoying the LoTR movies though! I remember you saying you didn't really care for them, but I'm really happy you've found a new love for them because wow, they are truly beautiful films with incredible storytelling! And omg I definitely needed a nap after The Two Towers! It was one of those experiences where I felt a bit brain-dead after because of the range of emotions felt and all of the lore to absorb lol. I felt this way at the end of The Green Mile and Interstellar too. But wow.. The extended editions really add onto the characters, atmosphere and overall story!
Kali Wali
2025-01-06 16:53:22 +0000 UTCI was so taken back that I saw Gandalf wearing high tops that I had to google it right after watching and YES, he is in fact wearing converse high tops 😂🤣 I absolutely love this haha. His character development is so beautiful and jaw-dropping.. I think I mentioned it either in this review or a comment here, but every time Gandalf comes on screen in The Two Towers you can actually feel his radiant presence. It's so amazing..
Kali Wali
2025-01-06 16:50:48 +0000 UTCJust read that you’ve been having some editing delays. I’m a professional editor, if you want I’ll edit Return of the King for you, completely free of charge. One thing I do want to point out is that a lot of reactors experience copyright issues when they do these movies. Some even have to upload multiple times in different versions (it’s mostly the audio that has to be stripped down for it to pass the upload process).
Nils Dumortier
2025-01-06 13:48:28 +0000 UTCOne of my favorite little details is the hair in these movies. Not the certain styles so much but the fact that they let it do whatever. It adds a certain element of ruggedness, except 90% of the time Legolas still has near perfect hair, cause elf. The part where Theoden breaks down after his funeral always hits me in the chest. While hope is still a central theme I think the idea of fighting even when there is no hope is kind of important too. You might believe there is no way to win but what are you going to do? Just lay down and die? No, even though you don't belive there is a chance, better to go down fighting. Mainly in regards to Theoden and Rohan. Theoden says "If this is to be our end then I would have them make such and end, as to be worthy of rememberance." Not saying "we should be remembered" what he's saying is more like "We should fight hard enough that in any other time, where there is a chance of survival, we would be remembered." Elrond seems kind of Manipulative in his scene with Arwen but to add a little bit of context, Elrond's wife was tortured by orcs to the point of madness and she sailed west. So Elrond has had to live without his love for a long time and he fears that fate for his daughter. Also any plans on doing a book video once you read them? I think it could be a fun and different video to just talk about them.
Wreckingballryan
2025-01-06 05:12:05 +0000 UTCEven in the darkest hour, hope always finds a way through, be it through a rushing river, rays of light, or a hobbit named Sam. That as long as we believe and hang on to the good that's out there, there's always a way. I love how you brought up the themes of hope in the intro, not even knowing the rollercoaster ride you were about to go on haha. I feel like the moments of triumph and victory in this movie hit harder than just about any other I've seen just because of how deep and dark the despair on the opposite end is. The whole story is just so amazing I love how invested you've become in this world! I kinda knew you would as a lore lover, but seeing how you've gone back and watched the first film two more times confirms it LOL. It's made for an incredibly immersive reaction that's been so enjoyable to watch! Just like in the first reaction, you're picking up what the movie is putting down sooo well Your reaction has for the first time gotten me thinking about the deeper parallels between Frodo and Gollum. Like I always saw how Frodo pitied him, but never picked out that Frodo sees himself in Gollum. That it could be his fate if the ring consumes him. Gollum is such a complex, interesting character too
M1 Maz
2025-01-06 03:34:28 +0000 UTCGot snowed in today, couldn't go to work, was bored and decided to revisit the 1st movie with your watch along. It was better than I remembered. Maybe my tastes have changed, idk. With all the snow we got I doubt I'm going anywhere tomorrow either so I will probably watch the second one too. I have watched the movie Tolkien which is about his early life. It's a decent look into where he got his creative nature and where his artistic vision in general spawned from. It doesn't cover however his creation of this series of movies but I found it interesting. Ok, watched the 2nd one, maybe it's the extended versions that are making me like it more but I do now. I mean this with respect, I hope you got a good nap after this one, you went through a million emotions. Feel your feelings of course but remember in movies, if there ain't no body then there ain't nobody dead. :)
Lastboyscout73
2025-01-06 03:01:43 +0000 UTCWonderful video as usual! I love that you're pointing out things I've never noticed before - "..is Gandalf wearing high tops?" 😆. (removed comment regarding Gandalf after hearing your outtro, I think you got the idea)
Darren Mulchan
2025-01-06 01:06:27 +0000 UTCI watch a couple of different ways. The Firefox browser has a picture-in-picture option for most videos. So I usually will watch the reaction full-screen with the movie/show in the PiP window. Once I sync up, I'll usually just cover the reactor's blurred version with my PiP window. Sometimes, though I'll do 2 different browser windows if there's an issue with the PiP. I used to use my smart tv apps to stream the material and watch the reaction on my computer or phone with headphones (with the tv volume loud enough for sound). That got a little complicated to sync though if I ever needed to pause.
Marty McGee
2025-01-05 22:00:36 +0000 UTCThis movie is often said to be people's least favorite of the trilogy. It is arguably the one that deviates the most from the books. But the second movie of a trilogy such as this is usually the darkest. This is very dark, but it's not without hope. I'm glad you picked up on that being the theme because I've always felt that too. It's been wonderful going on this journey once again. Can't wait for you to see the masterpiece that is Return of the King!
Marty McGee
2025-01-05 21:47:25 +0000 UTCHonestly that is a genius way to view these! I'm not really sure how most do it but yours seems the most immersive and effective 🤣✨ I can't wait to get into the lore/books after my time watching them! A livestream book club is an amazing idea!! If I get my schedule together I can probably squish in a once a week meeting if people would be interested! I'll start cooking up some thoughts about that
Kali Wali
2025-01-05 19:42:11 +0000 UTCI absolutely cannot wait to get into The Return Of The King next! Especially with that kind of statement about it! I'm glad you've been enjoying the reactions here 🩷 These movies are... Wow.
Kali Wali
2025-01-05 19:40:43 +0000 UTCI loooove your thoughts on Sam's role as Frodo's tether to the light. It's so true and beautiful! Sam's hope, loyalty and love are the foundation that Frodo leans on, especially when the Ring's influence is at it's peak! I love your description of Frodo carrying the Ring as though it's an active, malevolent entity always working against him. It really puts his anguish in perspective and how isolating it must feel. Hobbits truly are remarkable. And yessss Faramir! His flashback scene gave so much depth to both him and Boromir. So many questions of mine were answered and it gave me my own flashbacks to Boromir's final moments. I loooved the rich storytelling. You're also absolutely right- Faramir resisting the temptation of the Ring really showed his true quality! I also really hate when parents pick favorites.. It made my feelings during all of these really deep, personally. Gimli is seriously the best and the only reason I held it together during this entire 4 hour journey lol. His rivalry/friendship with Legolas is absolutely hilarious and very heartwarming. It's a really awesome dynamic that balances the intensity of the story. And their mutual respect growing over time makes me feel super connected to it all. I had noooo idea about Aragorn's toe story! I just looked it up on YouTube and omg. That scream will hit differently during my rewatch hahaha. I plan on watching the theatrical version of Two Towers tonight. But I obviously can't wait to get into the next one!! Thank you for all your thoughts and sharing! It was great reading through your thoughts on this masterpiece.
Kali Wali
2025-01-05 19:39:17 +0000 UTCGreat job! Love to see someone experience these for the first time like you are. I downloaded your video and edited in the movie (don’t know how other people watch these simultaneously). But totally worth the effort. I saw the movies and read the books when I was already a fan of the franchise. I hope you do as well and make content of it. Maybe livestream ‘book clubs’ even? I would definitely reread them with you and I think a lot of people will.
Nils Dumortier
2025-01-05 19:35:15 +0000 UTCI didn't regret a second of watching your full reaction to the first 2 parts, it is too PRECIOUS (ha! see what I did) of a movie not to. There are very few movies you could watch endlessly without noticing those mighty hours of running time. LoTR is one of them even after 25 years. Wait until you watch The Return Of The King, that one has remained the only movie in the history of cinematography that was nominated for 11 oscars and won all 11 of them. The Greatest !
CptSharKn1ght
2025-01-05 19:10:39 +0000 UTCMan, the Two Towers just kicks up the intensity so quickly! I love Sam so much. His hope and undying belief in Frodo and his genuine love is keeping him in the light. I know Frodo slips up quite a bit, but I try to think of it like this. Frodo is basically carrying around not a ring, but another entity. Essentially a demon, that is constantly trying to corrupt him and fall into the hands of easily corriptible people or Saurons forces. The guy is carrying around someone else thats actively working against him. So I mean, what Frodo is doing is something I don't think anyone else could do. But Sam is the other half of that coin, keeping him attached to his true self. I know its his debut movie, but I really enjoy Faramir. I can't personally relate to this, but that flashback of Faramir and Boromir and their really.... not great father was really sad. It sheds some more light on why Boromir had so much weight on him, trying to really please his father's wishes because he convinced him that's what would save his people. Plus, poor Faramir basically being chastised by his own parent, making him feel inadequate and less than, which is just such a shitty thing for a parent to do. I love his little arc of him literally wanting the Ring "to show his quality" exactly what his father said to him, and by being able to resist, he actually showed his true quality. Faramir and Boromir are both good people, despite having such a bad parent. I'm so happy you love Gimli. He's great comedic relief but I also love his budding friendship with Legolas that's also just kind of a rivalry to one up him 😂 There's so much amazing storytelling in this movie, and one real world thing I'd like to tell you that shows the talent at case here. (I garuntee I won't be the only comment that posts this) But the actor that plays Aragorn, Viggo Mortenson, actually broke his toe when he kicked that Orc helmet when the three discovered the burned bodies and believed Merry and Pippin to be dead. In that take, that scream he let out was a real scream of pain upon the injury and they kept it in because it feels so emotionally real since.... it was 😅 Anyways, I'm happy you loved this movie as well Kali! Can't wait for Return of The King!
Lorenzo Baxter
2025-01-05 16:58:16 +0000 UTCGlad you've been looking forward to this one! I'll be rewatching the theatrical version tonight myself 🤣🍿
Kali Wali
2025-01-05 16:38:54 +0000 UTCYes! That's my Sunday afternoon sorted.
Simon Haynes
2025-01-05 14:56:38 +0000 UTCBut I hope you have a great business trip!
Kali Wali
2025-01-05 14:45:50 +0000 UTCOh noooo! The eye of Sauron still watches over us all 🤣🔥
Kali Wali
2025-01-05 14:45:27 +0000 UTCNOOOOOO! Im currently on a business trip and can only watch it (and Ant Man) tomorrow. What despicable plan of Sauron is this.
Curaitis
2025-01-05 14:36:19 +0000 UTCClick.So.Fast
Scott S
2025-01-05 14:08:18 +0000 UTC
