For many decades, Tolkien's fantasy epic was considered "unfilmable". It was simply too grand-scale, too complicated, too dense to put to film. And yet, now that Peter Jackson did it, it feels like it's a film series that will never be out of date. Every frame of it is still a gorgeous painting.
The sad thing is that Peter Jackson made these master class films yet the Tolkien story that should have been super easy to make was turned into an almost unwatchable mess of a trilogy. They really should have made the Hobbit one movie then they could have done the story without adding a bunch of side plots.
@@DarthSoto78 tbf that was due to studio meddling. Jackson wanted it to be a 2 parter, but he was forced to stretch it into 3 Which kinda explains why the first 40 or so minutes of the first Hobbit are so good compared to everything else
@@DarthSoto78 imo the problem with The Hobbit wasn't that they made it into three films - I respect the intention behind it, showing us all the things in the background that are relevant to LOTR - the problem was that it was tonally confused. The Hobbit is a children's book. LOTR, and Jackson's adaptation, is a more mature epic fantasy. You can't just slap The Hobbit into Jackson's cinematic universe and call it a day, because you end up with grand epic narratives contrasting with scenes of dwarves lobbing plates around and singing a weirdly synchronised impromptu song about it. They should have either made The Hobbit as written, but not set in Jackson's universe, or completely adapted it to suit the tone of the original trilogy. Canonically, The Hobbit as written is Bilbo's retelling of real events, so my head-canon has always been that the real journey was much darker, but Bilbo made it more whimsical. You could argue that in the film they do use Bilbo's retelling as a framing device, so one could interpret the film in this way anyway, but we're always jumping into events that Bilbo knows nothing about so that wouldn't make much sense.
@@monkeymox2544 I love the hobbit as it was made, it just had certain scenes and characters that were unneeded. Alot of the high intensity movement and action as well as a elf-dwarf lovestory, that wasn't in the book if i recall, and seemed abit forced, cliche, and awkward.
Aragorn also speaks elvish. I think the point here was not translation, but solving the riddle. Gandalf just thought deeply and couldn't find the answer from it. Sometimes what you are looking for is right in front of you. Something like that, I think.
Frodo isn't a kid he's a small because he's a hobbit. He's actually 51 years old. Sam is 39, Merry is 37 and Pippin is 29. Gandalf is approximately 2000 years old
Gandalf was around before the first age in Valinor i think. He was called Olorin back then. He appeared in middle earth 2000 years ago as an istari or wizard.
False, When Bilbo finds the ring in The Hobbit, Frodo is already there and it is identical to that of the Lord of the Rings and the Hobbit this passes 60 years before the Lord of the Rings!!!
“He’s a kid” he’s actually 33 which is the Hobbit equivalent of being 18. If you still consider that a kid then sure. Pippin’s 29, making him the youngest and the only underaged character in the group. 27:29 Isildur is Aragorn’s ancestor. I just got done counting all the generations between them and it’s 37.
@@e.mchristina5260 yeah in the book, but that wouldn't have translated to film. Because then they would've had to have Sam, Merry, and Pippin as little babies at the party.
@@e.mchristina5260 wait what? so gandalf going around reading books and tomes to find info about the ring for 18 years before he went back to find frodo again?
@@RudeBoyisSkankin I was purposefully given the initials J.R.R. at birth. My mother read me the books to bed as a child, and we’d watched all 3 movies in 1 sitting at least once every other month. I’d been given no choice but to be a Tolkien nerd since the very beginning.
I can't stop laughing my ass off when you called theprotective mithril the Michael Jackson shirt! That's the best! I'm calling that shit Mithriller from now on! Yeeee
And completely unscripted. The dagger was supposed to whizz passed his head but the guy threw it wrong and Vigo Mortenson is just such a badass that he blocked it.
The prop guy messed up, it was supposed to be a fake rubber blade but it was a real dagger, metal. If hed not blocked it, he'd have had another nasty injury to add to the list
Because you seemed so concerned: Hobbits don’t wear shoes, they have thick leather- like skin and hair on their feet, which is more than enough. In fact, hobbits would consider it an insult to be asked to wear shoes. Really enjoyed your reaction:)
This is like... My third time watching this video just because it's so joyful to see anyone's first reaction to this magical shit. 8:36 I LOVE the fact that you caught on to the fact that Bilbo intentionally made that sentence hard to understand, just to fuck with the other hobbits, who will never know whether or not that was meant to be a compliment or an insult XD
Dude, don't feel guilty of not getting the names right or even the animals. You're truly invested and interested in the story and that's what counts. I love your reactions. You really live with the characters
Hahaha! You think these names are bad? Wait till you try reading the Similarion! That’s a hard one for even pros to read, so no worries about that one.
We don’t want “perfect” reactions, we want Your Reaction and get our pleasure of seeing your first reaction which takes us back to our first reaction 20 years ago. You did far better than many reactors and the fact that you are invested and clearly enjoyed it means more to us than how you pronounce a name. Keep going, looking forward to it.
Fun fact: Aragorn knocking the thrown dagger with his sword wasn't planned. The orc actor was supposed to throw it somewhere else, but he accidentally threw it right at Viggo Mortissen's face. Viggo instinctively knocked it away like a champ
Bro, Tolkien was like the og fantasy author. He spent nearly 40 years creating an entire world history, complete with thousands of years worth of lore, hundreds of characters, and even made his own languages. He is responsible for many of what we consider fantasy clichés today. That being said, DO NOT sweat it if you don't understand some stuff. It's 110% understandable.
Ah man, you ever have those moments where you're watching the movies with a newbie, and they ask something like "so are wizards their own species?" and you just know you're about to have to talk for five minutes straight to answer correctly, remember a dozen 6 syllable names, and you know you'll try to pronounce at least one with the correct accent and fck it up? That happens to me a lot...
Not only did Viggo * actually * deflect a thrown knife with his sword, the stuntguy messed up and accidentally threw a REAL knife straight at him! BAD ASS
@Michael S Gross well, the dude was supposed to throw the knife so it juuuust missed Aragorn, but he messed up and threw the knife straight at him. Thankfully, Viggo Mortensen straight up hit the knife with his sword and deflected it. That was very quick thinking.
My dad and I were splitting a tree trunk when I was 9 or 10 and he managed to get the wedge stuck. So his bright idea was to use another wedge to help get it out. He hit it a few times before it flew out and spun like a kunai straight at my head at considerable speed. I happened to see it coming and used the axe in my hand to deflect it as I ducked my head out of danger. 20 years later, I still remind him of the danger he brilliantly put me in every once in awhile when I help him with splitting and stacking. 😂
When Aragorn blocks the knife throw with his sword, the stunt guy was supposed to miss and accidentally threw it right at him, so that block was legit XD
As an avid and lifelong Tolkien fan who loves both the books and movies for the masterpieces they are, it brings me great joy to watch others begin this journey into the world that has had such impact on my life. Your reaction was one of the best. It fills my heart to see you so invested and enjoying it. I know I'm late to your party, but I'm looking forward to seeing the rest.
@@ITSMRVIDEO-rg9ms The Two Towers is the 2nd movie & The Return of the King is the 3rd movie. Yah it's well worth watching those the 2nd & 3rd movies were better than the first! When those movies came out we had about a year to wait between each one so the wait was excruciating!!
When I was a kid, my dad took me to see all three of the original “Star Wars” movies when they came out. To return the favour a decade and a half later, I took my dad to see all three “Lord of the Rings” in the theatres. Reading those books were like my dad’s “Star Wars” when he was growing up. It was real cool to share that bond with my dad! 😁
That's a cool story' crs my dad past in 2001' and my dad used to watch what I watched' so that's all good memorys for you bro, I'm the same with star wars' and this trilogy.
Oh man my dad did this for me, how awesome we got 3 straight Christmas’s with the trilogy, I was about 12 when the first came out and was the first movie that after return of the king I was devastated it was over haha. You actually grew to have your own relationships with the characters especially having a year in between to theorize, if you hadn’t read the books at least which I hadn’t until after the movies
Figuratively they are, throughout the whole series in the books and movies, Hobbits don't typically interact outside the Shire and definitely have no interest in the larger world or its affairs. They never really experience anything close to war or anything like it. They are naive and the viewer feels similar not knowing much about the world either. but their strength in friendship shows that it doesn't matter
The innocence of the people from the Shire is important all through the books. We as readers are meant to feel more jaded than they are and even a little protective. They have more to lose.
GREAT OBSERVATIONS 25:08 “The butterfly got the bird” 25:33 “Bilbos getting older now” (Follow up to, I wonder if he’ll age without the ring earlier from his bday party) 27:30 “So the ranger (Aragorn) is the relative (Isildurs Heir) of that guy from the past” 27:50 “What is that, I know it’s a necklace but does it give her immortality” YES I love how observant you are my good sir
@@anthonyhanks1807 As far as I understood, it doesn't give her immortality - she is an elf and all elves are immortal. The necklace represents her immortality
@@morganetches3749 correct. Elves are inherently immortal. Arwen was able to choose because she's counted as a half-elf. The insinuation that she needed a necklace to be immortal would have to be extend to every single elf as well.
@@infernalone666 yes the charm was just a gift from Galadriel and I believe Galadriel received it as a gift from Melian the maiar, as a wedding gift or like a gift that joined the two houses
When boromir calls for Frodo after Frodo has out the ring on towards the end. Boromir is not trying to deceive Frodo the ring has just taken over him. Once Frodo leaves and takes the ring, it’s affects wear off him and he realizes what he did
Fun fact: The stuntman playing the Uruk Hai accidentally threw his knife at Vigo Mortensen's face. Vigo swung his prop sword and straight up deflected the knife, mid air. It was so badass, they kept it in the movie.
I love that you "get stuff wrong". Your genuine reactions and real life learning curve is why I watch you! If I wanted a LOTR expert, there are a plethora to choose from. I watch you because you keep it real and you are fricking adorable!!
Absolutely . It’s how most people were when they first saw the movies (unless you had read the books) . It’s a complex story and there’s a lot of characters and a lot of details about middle earth that can be hard to pick up when you first watch it. I love his reaction . And aside from his reaction he seems like the coolest guy lol. Got a great personality I love it
I think you understood the emotional beats of this story better than any other reactors I've seen. Really refreshing and gratifying to watch with you!!!
When my parents were first married, Mom found Dad crying on the couch with The Lord of the Rings book in his lap, just SOBBING because of Gandalf meeting the Balrog! I love my father a little more knowing that fact and love my Mom more for comforting him. Books are powerful things!
The Lord of the Rings books are like any other movies that come from books... The books are always going to be better. Yet, even with the Hobbit and Lord of the Rings, to say that the books are better is an understatement!
"Naw the hell they did not just end it like that!" Not what I expected after three hours, lol 🤣 Had a blast re-watching it with you, though. Thanks, Leo!
I’d say they’re Hobbits, not kids, but in all honesty, Hobbits are practically the kids of Middle Earth. They’re small, innocent, vulnerable and trying their best.
Yeah, very innocent for sure. In the books though I think it said Frodo didn't leave until he was past his 50's so young for hobbits but old for humans.
@@ligmanewtons2523 yes you are correct. 33 years old for Hobbits are their coming of age, meaning young adults. So 50 years would be around their late 30s. And 17 years has before Frodo set out from the Shire.
@@cassandrahepp6445 Yes! When I went to see it, I think the second time, when they came to the end and the credits start someone behind me went, "Already?" :)
I remember. I didn’t even know it was a book trilogy. When the movie ended I was like “WHAT?! THAT’S IT?!” My cousin Jordan had to fill me in. So I calmed down once I had the full info.
I bought the 4k blurays earlier this year when I could finally find them because they kept selling out. I've watched them at least 4 times since getting them.
Not in a million lifetimes.. never.. this is not a movie.. this is a mirror, for us! For the mirror shows many things, things that were, thing's that are, and some things that have not yet come to pass.
Gandalf's plan is pretty crazy. He's sending two country bumpkins into hell to chuck a superweapon into a volcano without any weapons or armor or anything.
well to be fair, the hobbits did have an maia/angel(Gandalf), a numenorian king, an elven prince that is a couple of thousand years old and a dwarven warrior(they are among the best to fight evil creatures in ME) with them, they where not unprotected at all during their quest.
I freaking love these types of reactions to LOTR, people that haven't read the books and know nothing about it. Truly shows how entertaining and well done these movies are. No need to be a superfan or lore nerd to get into it.
I read the books (listened to... audiobooks) like less than a year ago and I saw all the movies in the theater so you see how long in between. But they were both amazing
@@AmericanMumReacts Before Sunrise (1995), Before Sunset (2004) and Before Midnight (2013), all three about the same two people who meet on a train trip in Europe, and how their lives apart and together evolve: he an American (Ethan Hawke), she is French (Julie Delpy). 3 movies, 2 actors, over 18 years. All three movies are mainly their dialogues. Highly, HIGHLY recommend.
It probably is my favorite trilogy too, though it has some competition. But this is definitely the most well made trilogy ever made, no doubt. And a master class in respecting the source material even though some changes had to be made, that was unavoidable.
Boromir is my favorite character. He's weak to the ring and almost betrays Frodo, only to come back strong and pull all the Uruk-Hai to him. He goes out like a champ, and his dying speech to Aragorn always breaks my heart. You get a bit more about why he was how he was if you watch the Extended Edition of Two Towers.
I read the trilogy for 20 years before the movies came out. I always hated Bormir but the movie gave more depth to the character and now I see a deeply flawed man trying to atone for his misdeeds.
@@bernadineshelbourne8915His biggest flaw was his weakness for the Ring. He was well respected as a leader and warrior. He had the weakness of Gollum for the ring.
@@susanalexander6721 It was his powerful sense of responsibility that made him particularly vulnerable to the ring. The ring preyed on that making him worry and fret about his people and how powerless he was to help them and telling him that using the ring could give him a fighting chance.
To all the haters out there who been giving my boy stress over this reaction you need to chill the hell out. Hands down Leo is one of the best reactors in the game and anyone who says different is full of it.
Who are the people doing that, MR. JETHRO TULL? Last time I saw Ian live, he was playing with DEEP PURPLE, and it was 2002. JESUS WEPT, seems like so long ago. Ask me about seeing KING DIAMOND and DIO in SAN FRAN two years earlier.
Yeah he did really great! I’ve watched this with a lot of people who just couldn’t follow. He was chillin and engaging so hard lol felt like me 20 years ago or whatever. Now he’s gotta read it if he likes it!
I notice now more than ever how truly scared Gandalf was of the Balrog. He was willing to trudge over a mountain in a blizzard just to avoid being near it. Only when it was clear they couldn't take any other way was he willing to meet his demise for the fellowship
The Lord of the Rings movies mean a lot to me, so watching it "with" you like this is like sharing my favorites with you, so I'm glad you're into it so far! Love your commentary, too! Messing with your emotions for three hours is EXACTLY what it does. Be forewarned, the next movie The Two Towers is filled with grueling battle scenes, and it almost feels like you're in the thick of it. And you'll get to meet Gollum/Smeagol, can't wait for you to see him!
Can’t wait until you have reacted to all the LOTR movies and then start on The Hobbit movies. Battle of The Five Armies was outstanding. Had the pleasure of watching that on the day it was released in 3D in an IMAX. First movie I’ve been to where the audience gave a standing ovation at the end of the film!
32:00 For fans who have read the books, I love this little detail. Legolas is just standing on the snow like a stroll through the park, while everyone else is waste deep. Nicely done.
@@newaccount6414 Because usually little details like that in source material are either removed, or they beat you over the head with it. The magical nature of elves is shown here, not _told_ here, and that is just great visual storytelling.
@@eliteteamkiller319 The people who worked on the movie must've been passionate and really loved the source material to be so detail-oriented. I can't even imagine how the fans received this movie the first time. I'm not really familiar with lotr, I did watch the first movie just to see his reaction after lol. I also wanted to read the books but I couldn't find the books here, I did find it once in a second hand bookshop but past me wasn't interested yet (I would've strangled my past self if I could), I came back and it was gone, one of these days I'll read the books. Also quick question since I have no idea, is legolas just super light? That's why he's not buried in the snow? Or some wind elvish stuff?
@@newaccount6414 LOL! Sorry, I thought you knew. Well, elves are kind of like creatures who have a foot in the supernatural realm, for lack of a better analogy, and as a result, they have certain physics-defying, uncanny abilities. More precisely, they have a special relationship with nature, and the laws of nature, which allow them to have such a light step that they never get tired running, or they don't sink into snow, or other things. You won't see a human be better at archery than an elf archer, and it goes beyond simply having better eyesight and living longer. If you watch the second movie, the hobbits use elvish rope, which seems to magically untie itself with a simple pull. So the elves designed a rope that "knows" when you need a knot to untie. So in the case of Legolas here, the "uncanny ability" on display was that the rules of gravity which applied to everyone else did not apply to him to the same degree, as if by virtue of being an elf, he was imply too superior to be inconvenienced by mere snow. So it's not that he's super light in weight. It's that what _we_ consider to be the laws of nature are to a small degree subservient to elves, and despite his actual weight, he can control how light his step is in full defiance of his weight and the laws of gravity that mere mortals are subject to.
Really warms my heart to see new people getting into LoTR. I also appreciate your charismatic and charming movie reaction, so endearing to see you enjoy a beloved film
I'm 58 and first read these books when I was 15. No one pronounced the names right so don't feel bad. Tolkien even included dictionaries and runic alphabets in the back of the books. He was a professor of linguistics and borrowed from ancient Celtic, Irish, and old English when he was writing these stories. Also, watching your reactions is like watching a movie with a friend. Thank you, please keep doing what you do.
Yeah there were many moments where I found myself applauding Leo for understanding the situation - not that I think he's incapable but most first time viewers grasp a lot less.
It’s such a good story. No matter what your age, gender, etc. everyone can relate and enjoy this adventure. It’s so powerful. Sam is my favorite. He is so loyal to Frodo and loves him unconditionally. I’m so glad you are watching these! You are in for an incredible journey!
It speaks to a primal and basic humanity in all of us. The duality between good and evil that exists in mankind. The terror of facing that darkness and most importantly. . . .the Hope of salvation. Its primal, thatswhy is so relatable
I’m surprised the left wing hasn’t made Frodo and Sam secret lovers to appeal to their audience. They’ll figure out a way to cancel this. They’ll probably say everyone was racist to orcs
@@luisarz2760 - I've had the book trilogy for over twenty years. I was a bit miffed when the first film came out and bookshops were advertising the book LotR as if were "the book of the film", rather than very much the other way around.
@@brianlogsdon4824 Uh, actually a whole lot of people are trying to say exactly that. They’re saying everyone in the Fellowship was gay, the Orcs were based off black people and is therefore a racist concept, Gandalf was trans, and a whole laundry list of other shit. This has gained some traction since Christopher Tolkien died but the fact it’s even being considered is gruesome. And it has been pushed by a bunch of dumb liberals, they did a whole seminar on it. Sorry to break this to ya. Breaks my heart. Just goes to prove Tolkien right though: evil cannot create, it can only corrupt.
You always sell yourself short. You followed the story better than most reactors I've seen. I'd much rather sit and watch a movie with you than with some geeky blowhard. Loved it!
No matter how many times I see this, hearing Ian McKellen shout "You shall not pass" will always make me shit myself with awe. I could sand the paint job off a car with these goosebumps.
Dude, I still remember the first exhibiton of The Lord Of The Rings on the TV in my country all the way back in 2004, and that line always game me goosebumps, it was the dubbed version but still...
I think my favorite thing about this is seeing you get into the story. Basically when you knew to be insulted when the broken blade was dropped says it all.
I'm one of those fans - read the books for the first time when I was 10, long, long before the movies were made. Watching your reaction as someone who has had no exposure to Tolkien's world was delightful! It was great to get to see this through the eyes of someone fresh.
However, his story should be considered inspiring, understand it took about 15 years for him to get from Bad Taste to Lord of the Rings, that film was about as low budget and direction as it gets. Then Meet the Feebles, then Dead Alive/Brain Dead, then The Frighteners, and then this. Hell, I would love to have that kind of a climb in my life.
"That's why he's a disturber of the peace!" Nah, man. It's because last time he threw a dwarven party at Bilbo's place and then recruited him Ocean's 11 style for a heist.
He literally walked into bilbos house, threw a feast which bilbo didn't even want and then sent all of them to kill a dragon in another part of the world 😂
When Aragorn deflected the knife with his sword, toward the end of the film, that was actually an accident that became a scene. The stuntman throw the knife had mistakenly been handed a real blade, but because Vigo Mortensen, the actor playing Aragorn, did such an amazing job in that moment, they decided to keep the scene in the film.
Ok, that was a great reaction, I've seen many others do reactions to the lord of the rings and of course your spin on it was extremely entertaining.❤️ It is a lot to take in and understand, weird names, weird lands, weird everything but you did it quite well. Calling them kids was hilarious and mithelral is forever the Micheal Jackson jacket, love it!! It's such a great trilogy can't wait till you do the last two, it's a great ride!!👍👍👍👍 P. S. For such a long movie you did great editing, good job!!
@@ReallyGoodandKind yes I assumed I had the wrong spelling. But I couldn't be bothered to go back and correct it as I assumed people or Leo would get the gist of my comment !
Bro, dont stress to much about the crazy fanboys. Just enjoy the things and stay honest in your reaction. Its no shame to not know facts about entertainment franchises! EDIT: Big Tolkien fan myself though 😁
I'm a fanboy of LOTR, but I don't expect people to be a big nerd like I am or know everything. This is a huge world with a ton of history and lore, not everyone wants to get into all that. Just enjoy watching it. You don't have to be a fanboy to appreciate these epics and I look forward to seeing your reaction to the trilogy.
"You gonna drop it? That thing legendary!" LMAO! Dude, you're by far my favourite reactor! And don't be upset about those "no extended"-reaction comments, you're perfectly fine with the cinematic version already, it's such a classic!
Hobbits are basically short humans with large feet. Their feet have fur, keeping them warm, and thick leathery soles than make it so they can walk barefoot with no trouble.
@@theidajawho That means only Merry was an adult then. For hobbits they aren't an Adult until 30, You can debate about that all you want but that's just how Hobbits mature.
Arwens pendant is the Evenstar!! Her giving it to Aragorn symbolizes she is willing to give up an immortal life as an elf, to be with him, the person she truly loves 🥺
Your reaction at the end! 🤣 I had already read the books when this movie came out, but my sister turned to me in the theater and said, “WHAT?! We have to wait a whole year to see what happens next?!” She bought the books the very next day. She want waiting to see what happened.
Leo this the best LotR reaction on RUclips man. No question. I can’t imagine editing 4 hours into 1 but you killed it. I know if might be a minute before the next video but I can’t wait. Amazing job
See!? Now to me this is YT gold right here man. To watch you react to these movies for the first time is magical. I've loved LOTR since my school days, and have read all the books numerous times. I'm almost 53 now, and these movies are simply amazing and I connect with them on an almost emotional level. How I wish I could be sitting next to you, answering all your questions and filling you in on the vast amount of back story and information the movies left out.
It’s amazing how many people don’t notice Legolas walking on top of the snow, when everyone else is trudging through the deep snow on top of the mountain.
the hobbit's feet are tough, thick, and hairy, basically as if they're wearing boots at all times, so their feet are quite resistant to the elements beyond normal means so it's easier for them to cross difficult terrain, like deserts, mountains, or rocky areas
I love your empathy for the characters. I read the book. But never really felt their chill or heat the way your empathy brings out how painfully cold or hot these guys had to be during their quest. Thank you!
Listen bro, these movies have been a big part of my life since I watched them as a teenager at the movies 20 years ago. And I really, truly enjoyed watching you experience this movie for the first time! You payed attention to the story and the emotions of the charakters and you are picking up on subtle themes and details many other reactors never talk about. So don't worry if you don't remember names or whatever. Just enjoy the ride!
Other than thinking Hobbits are kids, you seem like you're keeping track of things just fine. Like, two thirds of the names and lore are just there for flavor and to make the world seem more real. You've got the important stuff down pat.
@@joshlansford1706 17 years between the long expected party (when Bilbo turned 111, and Frodo turned 33 and came of age). When Frodo leaves the Shire he's 50 years old.
Though I'm sure many will point out that the hobbits aren't kids, they do basically function as kids narratively: small in stature, low standing in the pecking order, naivety and inexperience navigating the world. It makes it really easy to identify with them when you're a kid yourself
Plus Pippin is basically a kid by Hobbit reckoning. Hobbits come of age at 33, and Pippin is only 29. In Human terms, he's like 18, maybe? Old enough to enlist, but still not a full adult. Merry(37) and Sam(39) are over 33, but they're still pretty young. Frodo is 51, but he hasn't physically aged since he got the Ring at 33.
Technically, Tolkien had "human rabbits" in mind. That's why they like underground holes, have large feet, like growing vegetables, and are small, quick, and good at hiding. And no, they're not kids, at least not Bilbo, who just turned "Eleven-teen" (111), although the ring might have had something to do with it.
Aragon really did knock the knife out of the air. In that scene, the knife slipped out of the stuntman's hand. It was quick reflexes, and the sword training they had undergone, that let him hit the knife instead of getting hit in the face by it. Of course they were set up for him to swing at the air and the knife would be CGIed in so he was ready, but still, it could easily have gone badly.
@@Mrfailstandstil the actor for Lurtz was supposed to throw it at a tree next to him, but on the take in the movie, his makeup got in his eyes and he misjudged his aim, instead hurtling it towards Viggo. Viggo deflected it on the fly. It was a real dagger; though blunted, it was a hunk of metal that could've done serious damage. All this taken from the extras that originally came with the extended editions.
Seems incredibly irresponsible to even have a situation where you're throwing a dagger, however blunted, at a person. What if it hit? What if he was scarred, or lost an eye, or even killed? All for a scene that could have EASILY been CGIed? Seems like a REALLY stupid deicsion by the director.
@@Aeroldoth3 it was supposed to be thrown towards a tree far to his side, but again due to the makeup the actor (who was also a trained stuntman) threw incorrectly.
So refreshing to hear your genuine reactions, when you know the story ahead of time (even a little) you can't fake this kind of wonder. Looking forward to you watch the next one, extended version or not. Cheers!
Fun fact: the Ringwraiths are invisible because the power of the One Ring (and their own subsidiary rings) stretched their lives out so long and so thin over thousands of years in service to Sauron that their once-human forms have completely faded away. They can still hold swords, etc, and interact with the physical world, but are now more or less indistinguishable from life or death. They are only visible when Frodo puts on the ring and reenters ringworld. Remember when Bilbo mentions feeling "faint; like butter scraped over too much bread" in the beginning? He was well on his way to becoming a wraith without even knowing it.
“The Hobbit”, “The LOTR” trilogy and the other prequel books like “The Silmarillion” are my favorite Fantasy genre books of all time. I read them in the 70s and I’m so happy that the Director of the films, Peter Jackson, created the most beautiful and amazing filmmaking masterpieces to bring them to life on the screen. I loved your reaction video and I hope you are going to watch “The Two Towers” and “The Return of the King”. I’ll be watching with you!
The Silmarillion is an outstanding piece of work. It's not an easy read, but it fully explains the nature of Middle Earth -- elves, dwarves, the lands, the cosmology, the wizards (which are more like angels on earth, instead of generic magic-users).
Hey Laura, you like THE SCREWTAPE LETTERS, or LION THE WITCH AND THE WARDROBE????????? C.S. LEWIS became a Christian because of TOLKIEN. They were best friends at OXFORD.
So, I randomly came across this reaction and I gotta say, I love it, probably one of my more favorite first time reactions to LOTR. You actually followed the story a lot better than most do LOL I especially think you calling the hobbits children is both fitting and hilarious
Stoked for this one man. These are amongst the best movies ever made. They hold up even now and aside from Back to the Future there really hasn't been anything else like these as they were all filmed simultaneously.
There’s just nothing in the world like there’s goddamn movies. They’re so incredible and it makes me happy to see people who didn’t grow up with them as a mainstay show this kinda love to them. Mad respect
Coming from the perspective of a Tolkien geek: It's difficult to describe how absurdly enjoyable your reactions and commentary were. I hope you enjoyed the show!
Quote of the day - "Gandalf a dog, he can talk butterfly."
Love that comment. :D
😂😂😂😭
yea, or maybe "moth". :-)
Brother... I nearly pissed myself again.
First time hearing it.
Second time reading it.
Dude I died laughing when he said that😂
"Gandorf a dog; he can talk butterfly." Is the funniest fucking thing I've ever heard.
Will…in a reaction filled with great quotes, this was my favorite one too! Thank you for understanding how amazing that sentence was😆🦋
Or Saruman the Hater
Typical nonsense becoming cult in no time :)
@@Ezekielepharcelis Cult is nonsense. But funny
We need a hip hop version of Clifford T Ward's song about Galdalf including this line.
"Gandalf a dawg, he can talk butterfly."
My favorite takeaway from this.
Best line ever
Agreed 🦋
It’s amazing lol
Lmao that got me too. Leo is too good for this world
Gandalf wouldnt stand a chance against Albus Dumbledore.
Fun fact: "And you have my bow" are the only words Legolas speaks to Frodo for the entire trilogy
Jesus you're right!
He didn't even tell the truth for the most part
I didnt realize that
Dammmmmeee
Thats trippy !!
i think they speak more in the travel, but, the interactions are just that
For many decades, Tolkien's fantasy epic was considered "unfilmable". It was simply too grand-scale, too complicated, too dense to put to film. And yet, now that Peter Jackson did it, it feels like it's a film series that will never be out of date. Every frame of it is still a gorgeous painting.
The sad thing is that Peter Jackson made these master class films yet the Tolkien story that should have been super easy to make was turned into an almost unwatchable mess of a trilogy. They really should have made the Hobbit one movie then they could have done the story without adding a bunch of side plots.
@@DarthSoto78 tbf that was due to studio meddling.
Jackson wanted it to be a 2 parter, but he was forced to stretch it into 3
Which kinda explains why the first 40 or so minutes of the first Hobbit are so good compared to everything else
@@DarthSoto78 imo the problem with The Hobbit wasn't that they made it into three films - I respect the intention behind it, showing us all the things in the background that are relevant to LOTR - the problem was that it was tonally confused. The Hobbit is a children's book. LOTR, and Jackson's adaptation, is a more mature epic fantasy. You can't just slap The Hobbit into Jackson's cinematic universe and call it a day, because you end up with grand epic narratives contrasting with scenes of dwarves lobbing plates around and singing a weirdly synchronised impromptu song about it.
They should have either made The Hobbit as written, but not set in Jackson's universe, or completely adapted it to suit the tone of the original trilogy. Canonically, The Hobbit as written is Bilbo's retelling of real events, so my head-canon has always been that the real journey was much darker, but Bilbo made it more whimsical. You could argue that in the film they do use Bilbo's retelling as a framing device, so one could interpret the film in this way anyway, but we're always jumping into events that Bilbo knows nothing about so that wouldn't make much sense.
@@monkeymox2544 I love the hobbit as it was made, it just had certain scenes and characters that were unneeded.
Alot of the high intensity movement and action as well as a elf-dwarf lovestory, that wasn't in the book if i recall, and seemed abit forced, cliche, and awkward.
@@DarthSoto78 They wanted to make an epic with the same tone as the LOTR and added more connecting threads to that story. It became overbloated.
Frodo: What’s the elvish word for friend?
Legolas: *just stands there*
Dude you know what is funny about that, i watched the whole series like 20 times but that is the first time i recognized it bc you wrote that comment.
@@hasanuysal3 I thought it was the Dwarven word for friend that they needed
Aragorn also speaks elvish. I think the point here was not translation, but solving the riddle. Gandalf just thought deeply and couldn't find the answer from it. Sometimes what you are looking for is right in front of you. Something like that, I think.
@@josiahmccallister3150 nope, elvish
@@josiahmccallister3150 nope elvish mate
"I just watched this whole movie and he still got the ring!!"
Peter Jackson: *laughs in 11 hours of extended editions*
“He Gon beat da whole army with just one ring?”
Sauron takes one swipe
“Damn I guess he is!”
😂😂😂😂
Well he is a Maia vs the less powerful children of eru
Had me dying 😂😂😂
Frodo isn't a kid he's a small because he's a hobbit. He's actually 51 years old. Sam is 39, Merry is 37 and Pippin is 29.
Gandalf is approximately 2000 years old
Gandalf was around before the first age in Valinor i think. He was called Olorin back then. He appeared in middle earth 2000 years ago as an istari or wizard.
Beat me by 5 minutes
@@JK-xt7ro I bet you're white
False, When Bilbo finds the ring in The Hobbit, Frodo is already there and it is identical to that of the Lord of the Rings and the Hobbit this passes 60 years before the Lord of the Rings!!!
Is that why Sam is always "Mr. Frodo"? It really makes sense to me now why he addresses him like that.
Boromir was a legend. 3 arrows in him and the first thing he says is they took the little ones
Came to the comments to make sure somebody noted this amazing quote. Was not disappointed.
"I would've followed you, my brother... my captain...my king" are some of the best last words of any characters, i swear.
@@cameronjackson7216 still kinda a piece of shit though... yeah yeah redeeming and all
Pure onion chopping moment 😢😢😢
Sean Bean knows how to die! 😜
I’m only referring to Mithril now as “The Micheal Jackson Jacket” 😂
lmao
Leo dropped so many quotables in this one its crazy
Bruh!!! ❤️
You need a mithril glove
You’ve been stuck by a smooth mithril
“He’s a kid” he’s actually 33 which is the Hobbit equivalent of being 18. If you still consider that a kid then sure. Pippin’s 29, making him the youngest and the only underaged character in the group.
27:29 Isildur is Aragorn’s ancestor. I just got done counting all the generations between them and it’s 37.
And don't forget, he was 33 when Bilbo left the shire, but Frodo stayed until he was 51 before he began the journey
@@e.mchristina5260 yeah in the book, but that wouldn't have translated to film. Because then they would've had to have Sam, Merry, and Pippin as little babies at the party.
@@e.mchristina5260 wait what? so gandalf going around reading books and tomes to find info about the ring for 18 years before he went back to find frodo again?
Yeah. Plus The Council of Elrond took months in the book.
@@RudeBoyisSkankin I was purposefully given the initials J.R.R. at birth. My mother read me the books to bed as a child, and we’d watched all 3 movies in 1 sitting at least once every other month. I’d been given no choice but to be a Tolkien nerd since the very beginning.
I can't stop laughing my ass off when you called theprotective mithril the Michael Jackson shirt! That's the best! I'm calling that shit Mithriller from now on! Yeeee
Mithriller very nice !
Nice
Mithriller I'm dead 🤣🤣
Mithriller 😂😂😂💀
And I'm dead lolllll
"He just hit a knife out of midair"
Yes, he actually did, that wasn't special effects, he actually hit it for that shot.
And completely unscripted. The dagger was supposed to whizz passed his head but the guy threw it wrong and Vigo Mortenson is just such a badass that he blocked it.
@@adamisajoker are you guys serious? How did I not know that. I gotta look this up.
The prop guy messed up, it was supposed to be a fake rubber blade but it was a real dagger, metal. If hed not blocked it, he'd have had another nasty injury to add to the list
* *mastered ultra instinct intensifies* *
This trilogy has such outstanding trivia bits to share, I've heard this a hundred times and it's just as hype as the first time
Because you seemed so concerned: Hobbits don’t wear shoes, they have thick leather- like skin and hair on their feet, which is more than enough. In fact, hobbits would consider it an insult to be asked to wear shoes. Really enjoyed your reaction:)
Some Hobbits, the Stoors, will wear boots because they are on the river.
on their ProudFEET!
@@choomah lol XD you went there huh?
my aunt likes to say that i got hobbit feet, because i dont wear shoes unless i have to. XD
@@UltimateGamerCC that's what I always said about myself.
This is like... My third time watching this video just because it's so joyful to see anyone's first reaction to this magical shit.
8:36 I LOVE the fact that you caught on to the fact that Bilbo intentionally made that sentence hard to understand, just to fuck with the other hobbits, who will never know whether or not that was meant to be a compliment or an insult XD
I just watched it for a second time. It was very pure and heartwarming to see him react.
"They look like they're doing a pretty good job with the neighborhood." 😂😂
Dude, I love you so much. Keep it up, my friend.
I laughed out loud.
Dude, don't feel guilty of not getting the names right or even the animals. You're truly invested and interested in the story and that's what counts.
I love your reactions. You really live with the characters
Hahaha! You think these names are bad? Wait till you try reading the Similarion!
That’s a hard one for even pros to read, so no worries about that one.
@@LoneSilverW0lf meh not that hard once you get used to it, but then again I've learned way too much elvish over the years ;)
I got confused when I read the books for the first time.
Fr, my mom has called Aragorn "Arregano" for 20 years.
I kinda like Gandorf
We don’t want “perfect” reactions, we want Your Reaction and get our pleasure of seeing your first reaction which takes us back to our first reaction 20 years ago. You did far better than many reactors and the fact that you are invested and clearly enjoyed it means more to us than how you pronounce a name. Keep going, looking forward to it.
I totally agree
word
It was a feeling of joy watching him. As a lifelong fan of Tolkein's works, this was refreshing and emotional.
Preach!
Exactly
Fun fact: Aragorn knocking the thrown dagger with his sword wasn't planned. The orc actor was supposed to throw it somewhere else, but he accidentally threw it right at Viggo Mortissen's face. Viggo instinctively knocked it away like a champ
Bro, Tolkien was like the og fantasy author. He spent nearly 40 years creating an entire world history, complete with thousands of years worth of lore, hundreds of characters, and even made his own languages. He is responsible for many of what we consider fantasy clichés today. That being said, DO NOT sweat it if you don't understand some stuff. It's 110% understandable.
Ah man, you ever have those moments where you're watching the movies with a newbie, and they ask something like "so are wizards their own species?" and you just know you're about to have to talk for five minutes straight to answer correctly, remember a dozen 6 syllable names, and you know you'll try to pronounce at least one with the correct accent and fck it up? That happens to me a lot...
Not only did Viggo * actually * deflect a thrown knife with his sword, the stuntguy messed up and accidentally threw a REAL knife straight at him! BAD ASS
YESSS viggo is really the best
My favorite fact of all LotR trivia
Viggo is the G.O.A.T.
@Michael S Gross well, the dude was supposed to throw the knife so it juuuust missed Aragorn, but he messed up and threw the knife straight at him. Thankfully, Viggo Mortensen straight up hit the knife with his sword and deflected it. That was very quick thinking.
My dad and I were splitting a tree trunk when I was 9 or 10 and he managed to get the wedge stuck. So his bright idea was to use another wedge to help get it out. He hit it a few times before it flew out and spun like a kunai straight at my head at considerable speed. I happened to see it coming and used the axe in my hand to deflect it as I ducked my head out of danger. 20 years later, I still remind him of the danger he brilliantly put me in every once in awhile when I help him with splitting and stacking. 😂
When Aragorn blocks the knife throw with his sword, the stunt guy was supposed to miss and accidentally threw it right at him, so that block was legit XD
And in the second one when he kicks a helmet, he broke his toe and that scream was him in actual pain
@@Praxus42 Yep all the obligatory fun facts we have to comment on these vids lol
Also it was supposed to be the prop knife he threw... he threw the actual knife that was used for close up shots
@@Praxus42 dont spoil!
@@Praxus42 yea nah we not on the 2nd one yet
As an avid and lifelong Tolkien fan who loves both the books and movies for the masterpieces they are, it brings me great joy to watch others begin this journey into the world that has had such impact on my life. Your reaction was one of the best. It fills my heart to see you so invested and enjoying it. I know I'm late to your party, but I'm looking forward to seeing the rest.
I can not express my excitement to watch this with you, please please please do the 2nd and 3rd movie!!! 🔥🔥🔥 you are the MAN!
Ayeee Andy and Alex!! Love y'all's videos
Haha ayee, A&A love some LOTR too!
Andy or Alex idk which one it is 🤣 but I got u bro
Please please doooo.
@@ITSMRVIDEO-rg9ms The Two Towers is the 2nd movie & The Return of the King is the 3rd movie. Yah it's well worth watching those the 2nd & 3rd movies were better than the first! When those movies came out we had about a year to wait between each one so the wait was excruciating!!
When I was a kid, my dad took me to see all three of the original “Star Wars” movies when they came out. To return the favour a decade and a half later, I took my dad to see all three “Lord of the Rings” in the theatres. Reading those books were like my dad’s “Star Wars” when he was growing up. It was real cool to share that bond with my dad! 😁
That's awesome. 😊
That's a cool story' crs my dad past in 2001' and my dad used to watch what I watched' so that's all good memorys for you bro, I'm the same with star wars' and this trilogy.
Dude. I teared up reading your comment. That's so cool!
That's fantastic bud, we really need to enjoy our people while they are still around.
Oh man my dad did this for me, how awesome we got 3 straight Christmas’s with the trilogy, I was about 12 when the first came out and was the first movie that after return of the king I was devastated it was over haha. You actually grew to have your own relationships with the characters especially having a year in between to theorize, if you hadn’t read the books at least which I hadn’t until after the movies
The fact that you thought the Hobbits were kids throughout the whole movie was hilarious to me 😂
Figuratively they are, throughout the whole series in the books and movies, Hobbits don't typically interact outside the Shire and definitely have no interest in the larger world or its affairs. They never really experience anything close to war or anything like it. They are naive and the viewer feels similar not knowing much about the world either. but their strength in friendship shows that it doesn't matter
Especially since their description to the rohirrim is "small, no more than childe to your eyes"
He's well aware. I mean he knows Bilbo is a hobbit and that he's not a kid.
The innocence of the people from the Shire is important all through the books. We as readers are meant to feel more jaded than they are and even a little protective. They have more to lose.
Hahaha it was the best, he is so funny. "They're just kids, that's way too much responsibility".
GREAT OBSERVATIONS
25:08 “The butterfly got the bird”
25:33 “Bilbos getting older now” (Follow up to, I wonder if he’ll age without the ring earlier from his bday party)
27:30 “So the ranger (Aragorn) is the relative (Isildurs Heir) of that guy from the past”
27:50 “What is that, I know it’s a necklace but does it give her immortality” YES I love how observant you are my good sir
Yes arwen's ring gives her immortality, but when she gives it to Aragorn she losses her immortality as sauron's power to grow stronger.
Very astute observations for first time viewing
@@anthonyhanks1807 As far as I understood, it doesn't give her immortality - she is an elf and all elves are immortal. The necklace represents her immortality
@@morganetches3749 correct. Elves are inherently immortal. Arwen was able to choose because she's counted as a half-elf. The insinuation that she needed a necklace to be immortal would have to be extend to every single elf as well.
@@infernalone666 yes the charm was just a gift from Galadriel and I believe Galadriel received it as a gift from Melian the maiar, as a wedding gift or like a gift that joined the two houses
When boromir calls for Frodo after Frodo has out the ring on towards the end. Boromir is not trying to deceive Frodo the ring has just taken over him. Once Frodo leaves and takes the ring, it’s affects wear off him and he realizes what he did
Fun fact: The stuntman playing the Uruk Hai accidentally threw his knife at Vigo Mortensen's face. Vigo swung his prop sword and straight up deflected the knife, mid air. It was so badass, they kept it in the movie.
"I don't know if you should be lookin' in this mirror Frodo....with the day you been havin'..." made me laugh so much
"Get the Ring back to tha Thing!!" shall be the new battle cry for the fellowship.
I love that you "get stuff wrong". Your genuine reactions and real life learning curve is why I watch you! If I wanted a LOTR expert, there are a plethora to choose from. I watch you because you keep it real and you are fricking adorable!!
Well said!
This!
Man, this channel wouldn't be the same if he wasn't just himself. That's why we're here. Get stuff wrong. Learn as you go. That's how we all grow!
Absolutely . It’s how most people were when they first saw the movies (unless you had read the books) . It’s a complex story and there’s a lot of characters and a lot of details about middle earth that can be hard to pick up when you first watch it. I love his reaction . And aside from his reaction he seems like the coolest guy lol. Got a great personality I love it
@@joeydrummer7929 And he certainly got the important parts right. He's picking up on the lessons and themes woven into the world fast.
I think you understood the emotional beats of this story better than any other reactors I've seen. Really refreshing and gratifying to watch with you!!!
I was just thinking, never seen anyone take to the genre so easily, effortlessly. Many people have a hard time with fantasy tropes.
You made me wanna watch this again!!!
When my parents were first married, Mom found Dad crying on the couch with The Lord of the Rings book in his lap, just SOBBING because of Gandalf meeting the Balrog! I love my father a little more knowing that fact and love my Mom more for comforting him. Books are powerful things!
The Lord of the Rings books are like any other movies that come from books... The books are always going to be better. Yet, even with the Hobbit and Lord of the Rings, to say that the books are better is an understatement!
"Gandalf a dog he can talk butterfly" DEAD. I was taking a bite of dinner when you said that and I nearly spit rice everywhere lmfaoooo
This movie pays a hefty rice, but it is the rice we must pay
"Naw the hell they did not just end it like that!"
Not what I expected after three hours, lol 🤣 Had a blast re-watching it with you, though. Thanks, Leo!
Imagine wait 1 year for next one xD
@@gospaironija2762 i was just thinking the same thing. That was back in highschool for me and the wait was brutal
I remember that feeling in the theatre :) like I just spent 3 hours sitting it here and I dont WANT THIS TO END!!! 😂🤣😂🤣😊
F$%* Im old! 😂🤣😂🤣😂🤣😂
I remember when this came out and my mom took me to see it not telling me it was a trilogy...I still recall the rage and betrayal I felt...
That's EXACTLY how I felt when I first watched it. And mad about having to wait for the next one to come out! And again after that one!
I’d say they’re Hobbits, not kids, but in all honesty, Hobbits are practically the kids of Middle Earth.
They’re small, innocent, vulnerable and trying their best.
Yeah, very innocent for sure. In the books though I think it said Frodo didn't leave until he was past his 50's so young for hobbits but old for humans.
@@ligmanewtons2523 yes you are correct. 33 years old for Hobbits are their coming of age, meaning young adults. So 50 years would be around their late 30s. And 17 years has before Frodo set out from the Shire.
Frodo is early 50's and the oldest of the four hobbits (Pippin is the youngest).
Pippin really is a kid, he's the equivalent of a 16 - 17 year old human ... In the sense that he has not yet "come of age".
WE USUALLY JUST SAY, PUNK ROCK KIDS, but you right PJ.
I love how people say it will be hard to sit there for 3 hours, and then when it ends they are mad because they want to see more.
And THIS is how you know that they did their job well!
@@cassandrahepp6445 Yes! When I went to see it, I think the second time, when they came to the end and the credits start someone behind me went, "Already?" :)
Every dang time!...
😆👍
Imagine it ending like that, and having to wait a full year for the next one. That is what many of us went through.
It was torture.
I think I was worse when the Two Towers ended than I was after the 1st one. Waiting on the finale was terrible. 😂
I remember. I didn’t even know it was a book trilogy. When the movie ended I was like “WHAT?! THAT’S IT?!” My cousin Jordan had to fill me in. So I calmed down once I had the full info.
I literally never get tired of this movie.
I bought the 4k blurays earlier this year when I could finally find them because they kept selling out. I've watched them at least 4 times since getting them.
Nobody gets tired from The Lord of the Rings.
Not in a million lifetimes.. never.. this is not a movie.. this is a mirror, for us!
For the mirror shows many things, things that were, thing's that are, and some things that have not yet come to pass.
@@Gaia369 And I suppose you think that was terribly clever...although I agree with you
@@luismazzeo9006 I heard Gandalf 🤩🤩🤩
😂😍 it came as the flow of a river one word followed the other. I am a mere translator.
Gandalf's plan is pretty crazy. He's sending two country bumpkins into hell to chuck a superweapon into a volcano without any weapons or armor or anything.
I'm a Tolkien superdork, and I can't disagree with this summary.
Lol when you put it like that 🤣 I see it's actually crazy
well to be fair, the hobbits did have an maia/angel(Gandalf), a numenorian king, an elven prince that is a couple of thousand years old and a dwarven warrior(they are among the best to fight evil creatures in ME) with them, they where not unprotected at all during their quest.
@@possemis it's ok Frank keep your secrets 🍻
Only one of them's a bumpkin, the other's gentry. Young, sheltered gentry.
I freaking love these types of reactions to LOTR, people that haven't read the books and know nothing about it. Truly shows how entertaining and well done these movies are. No need to be a superfan or lore nerd to get into it.
aye! that's how good Tolkien's fantasy was made and how well Peter Jackson translated it from book to the silver screen.
It's hard to believe that these movies are over 20 years old. They still hold up, Golem's cgi is about the only thing that looks somewhat okay
@@UltimateGamerCC i wish nowadays reboots/adaptations had ppl like peter jackson directing them
@@leonstrand329 For me it s like it was yesterday...
I read the books (listened to... audiobooks) like less than a year ago and I saw all the movies in the theater so you see how long in between. But they were both amazing
My favorite trilogy of all time 🙌🏼
Only seconded by the very different but equally genius Before trilogy
@@redbandita020 🤔🤔🤔
@@AmericanMumReacts Before Sunrise (1995), Before Sunset (2004) and Before Midnight (2013), all three about the same two people who meet on a train trip in Europe, and how their lives apart and together evolve: he an American (Ethan Hawke), she is French (Julie Delpy). 3 movies, 2 actors, over 18 years.
All three movies are mainly their dialogues.
Highly, HIGHLY recommend.
My favorite films in general of all time.
It probably is my favorite trilogy too, though it has some competition. But this is definitely the most well made trilogy ever made, no doubt. And a master class in respecting the source material even though some changes had to be made, that was unavoidable.
29:26 "And you have my bow."
Small fun fact. This is the only sentence Legolas speaks to Frodo. In the complete film series. :-)
... oh my god. You're right. Holy shit...
And yes, a lot of Legolas' dialogue was cut, too bad he's pretty funny in my opinion.
"The butterfly went and got him a bird." I love this reaction!
R.I.P Norm Macdonald... we will miss your one of a kind sense of humor!
I got a vid coming bout 8 with addressing it
Damn :( rip....that's sad as shit
Ya crazy, completely out of nowhere. He kept it secret for soo long
Wow!!! Just found it through you…😩
Damn man I didn't know until i read that comment? RIP to a legend
"Gandalf a dog he can talk butterfly" top tier commentary, love it
Boromir is my favorite character. He's weak to the ring and almost betrays Frodo, only to come back strong and pull all the Uruk-Hai to him. He goes out like a champ, and his dying speech to Aragorn always breaks my heart. You get a bit more about why he was how he was if you watch the Extended Edition of Two Towers.
I read the trilogy for 20 years before the movies came out. I always hated Bormir but the movie gave more depth to the character and now I see a deeply flawed man trying to atone for his misdeeds.
Breaks my heart every time. His only concern was Merry and Pippin. Even when he lay dying.
@@bernadineshelbourne8915His biggest flaw was his weakness for the Ring. He was well respected as a leader and warrior. He had the weakness of Gollum for the ring.
@@susanalexander6721 It was his powerful sense of responsibility that made him particularly vulnerable to the ring. The ring preyed on that making him worry and fret about his people and how powerless he was to help them and telling him that using the ring could give him a fighting chance.
@@bernadineshelbourne8915 indeed, Boromir's quality is on display for everyone to see, even those who are familiar with the books.
"Yall had alot of close calls, an octopus and everything"
I'm dying lmao
He a Beast with that Arrow thang
Bruh said Aragin spit my drink out
To all the haters out there who been giving my boy stress over this reaction you need to chill the hell out. Hands down Leo is one of the best reactors in the game and anyone who says different is full of it.
Who are the people doing that, MR. JETHRO TULL? Last time I saw Ian live, he was playing with DEEP PURPLE, and it was 2002. JESUS WEPT, seems like so long ago. Ask me about seeing KING DIAMOND and DIO in SAN FRAN two years earlier.
Yeah he did really great! I’ve watched this with a lot of people who just couldn’t follow. He was chillin and engaging so hard lol felt like me 20 years ago or whatever. Now he’s gotta read it if he likes it!
not complaining about his reaction, just that he didn't watch the blu-ray extended edition.
I notice now more than ever how truly scared Gandalf was of the Balrog.
He was willing to trudge over a mountain in a blizzard just to avoid being near it. Only when it was clear they couldn't take any other way was he willing to meet his demise for the fellowship
The Lord of the Rings movies mean a lot to me, so watching it "with" you like this is like sharing my favorites with you, so I'm glad you're into it so far! Love your commentary, too! Messing with your emotions for three hours is EXACTLY what it does. Be forewarned, the next movie The Two Towers is filled with grueling battle scenes, and it almost feels like you're in the thick of it. And you'll get to meet Gollum/Smeagol, can't wait for you to see him!
The Two Towers might be my favorite of the three.
@@Mortismors it’s my favorite as well. 🥰
Can’t wait until you have reacted to all the LOTR movies and then start on The Hobbit movies. Battle of The Five Armies was outstanding. Had the pleasure of watching that on the day it was released in 3D in an IMAX. First movie I’ve been to where the audience gave a standing ovation at the end of the film!
32:00 For fans who have read the books, I love this little detail. Legolas is just standing on the snow like a stroll through the park, while everyone else is waste deep. Nicely done.
Why is that?
@@newaccount6414 Because usually little details like that in source material are either removed, or they beat you over the head with it. The magical nature of elves is shown here, not _told_ here, and that is just great visual storytelling.
@@eliteteamkiller319 The people who worked on the movie must've been passionate and really loved the source material to be so detail-oriented. I can't even imagine how the fans received this movie the first time.
I'm not really familiar with lotr, I did watch the first movie just to see his reaction after lol. I also wanted to read the books but I couldn't find the books here, I did find it once in a second hand bookshop but past me wasn't interested yet (I would've strangled my past self if I could), I came back and it was gone, one of these days I'll read the books.
Also quick question since I have no idea, is legolas just super light? That's why he's not buried in the snow? Or some wind elvish stuff?
@@newaccount6414 LOL! Sorry, I thought you knew. Well, elves are kind of like creatures who have a foot in the supernatural realm, for lack of a better analogy, and as a result, they have certain physics-defying, uncanny abilities. More precisely, they have a special relationship with nature, and the laws of nature, which allow them to have such a light step that they never get tired running, or they don't sink into snow, or other things. You won't see a human be better at archery than an elf archer, and it goes beyond simply having better eyesight and living longer. If you watch the second movie, the hobbits use elvish rope, which seems to magically untie itself with a simple pull. So the elves designed a rope that "knows" when you need a knot to untie.
So in the case of Legolas here, the "uncanny ability" on display was that the rules of gravity which applied to everyone else did not apply to him to the same degree, as if by virtue of being an elf, he was imply too superior to be inconvenienced by mere snow.
So it's not that he's super light in weight. It's that what _we_ consider to be the laws of nature are to a small degree subservient to elves, and despite his actual weight, he can control how light his step is in full defiance of his weight and the laws of gravity that mere mortals are subject to.
@@eliteteamkiller319 ok wow didn't know elves were THAT cool! Thanks for taking the time to explain all of this. Really appreciate it!
Really warms my heart to see new people getting into LoTR. I also appreciate your charismatic and charming movie reaction, so endearing to see you enjoy a beloved film
I'm 58 and first read these books when I was 15. No one pronounced the names right so don't feel bad. Tolkien even included dictionaries and runic alphabets in the back of the books. He was a professor of linguistics and borrowed from ancient Celtic, Irish, and old English when he was writing these stories. Also, watching your reactions is like watching a movie with a friend. Thank you, please keep doing what you do.
I love that you understand why Gandalf can’t take the ring.
Yeah there were many moments where I found myself applauding Leo for understanding the situation - not that I think he's incapable but most first time viewers grasp a lot less.
Underrated comment. Agreed
It’s such a good story. No matter what your age, gender, etc. everyone can relate and enjoy this adventure. It’s so powerful. Sam is my favorite. He is so loyal to Frodo and loves him unconditionally. I’m so glad you are watching these! You are in for an incredible journey!
True, it's a classic. The books were written in 1948! And just as popular today.
It speaks to a primal and basic humanity in all of us. The duality between good and evil that exists in mankind. The terror of facing that darkness and most importantly. . . .the Hope of salvation. Its primal, thatswhy is so relatable
I’m surprised the left wing hasn’t made Frodo and Sam secret lovers to appeal to their audience. They’ll figure out a way to cancel this. They’ll probably say everyone was racist to orcs
@@luisarz2760 - I've had the book trilogy for over twenty years. I was a bit miffed when the first film came out and bookshops were advertising the book LotR as if were "the book of the film", rather than very much the other way around.
@@brianlogsdon4824 Uh, actually a whole lot of people are trying to say exactly that. They’re saying everyone in the Fellowship was gay, the Orcs were based off black people and is therefore a racist concept, Gandalf was trans, and a whole laundry list of other shit. This has gained some traction since Christopher Tolkien died but the fact it’s even being considered is gruesome. And it has been pushed by a bunch of dumb liberals, they did a whole seminar on it.
Sorry to break this to ya. Breaks my heart. Just goes to prove Tolkien right though: evil cannot create, it can only corrupt.
You always sell yourself short. You followed the story better than most reactors I've seen. I'd much rather sit and watch a movie with you than with some geeky blowhard. Loved it!
I'm 40 mins in and he's been engrossed, chill with it. No pausing to tell jokes sbout stuff and laugh at them.
He needs to start a Patreon
Speak the truth. Our homeboy legit.
Right?!
I second this. It's cool watching this with you.
Watching the Lord of the Rings is like catching up with an old friend. Your reactions are such a joy to watch. Greetings from Croatia ;)
Croatia...I dream to visit it...sigh...
Greets from Poland!
No matter how many times I see this, hearing Ian McKellen shout "You shall not pass" will always make me shit myself with awe. I could sand the paint job off a car with these goosebumps.
It’s one of the most powerful delivery lines in acting history! I think this is why he earned the Oscar!
Dude, I still remember the first exhibiton of The Lord Of The Rings on the TV in my country all the way back in 2004, and that line always game me goosebumps, it was the dubbed version but still...
I could cut glass with these nipples!
🤣
I love how Frodo was saved by the "Michael Jackson Jacket" 😂
Finally someone talks about the Michael Jackson jacket 😅😅😅😅
I think my favorite thing about this is seeing you get into the story. Basically when you knew to be insulted when the broken blade was dropped says it all.
I'm one of those fans - read the books for the first time when I was 10, long, long before the movies were made. Watching your reaction as someone who has had no exposure to Tolkien's world was delightful! It was great to get to see this through the eyes of someone fresh.
Peter Jackson was primarily a horror movie director before this, so he is really good with building suspense and the jump cuts.
However, his story should be considered inspiring, understand it took about 15 years for him to get from Bad Taste to Lord of the Rings, that film was about as low budget and direction as it gets. Then Meet the Feebles, then Dead Alive/Brain Dead, then The Frighteners, and then this. Hell, I would love to have that kind of a climb in my life.
For real, the scene where Frodo yells "get off the road" that zoom in down the road is so reminiscent of a horror scene.
Dead Alive is an awesome flick. 😱
he NAILED these orcs looks 😅 they've been my nightmare fuel since the movies came out 😂
The get off the road scene when Frodo almost puts on the ring, reminds me of Sam raimi
"That's why he's a disturber of the peace!"
Nah, man. It's because last time he threw a dwarven party at Bilbo's place and then recruited him Ocean's 11 style for a heist.
Ocean's Eleven style! i'm dead XD
more like Oceans 13 ^^
@@blackwolf4653 lol that had me giggeling
He literally walked into bilbos house, threw a feast which bilbo didn't even want and then sent all of them to kill a dragon in another part of the world 😂
@@Jonnell01 he went to far in a few places
I rewatched LOTR way to many times, yet i found watching it with you refreshing. Thanks
That's a cool name, what country is that from
It always breaks me to see Merry and Pippin curled up on the ground sobbing after Gandalf falls from the bridge.
When Aragorn deflected the knife with his sword, toward the end of the film, that was actually an accident that became a scene. The stuntman throw the knife had mistakenly been handed a real blade, but because Vigo Mortensen, the actor playing Aragorn, did such an amazing job in that moment, they decided to keep the scene in the film.
There is the comment I was looking for...
@@ohifonlyx33 same!
Yo he threw a real knife and vigo was almost maimed?
@@alexzander7386 it was nearly an Alec Baldwin situation.
@@alexzander7386 yes. The a story is easily zearchable online. I think there is even an interview or two with Viggo discussing it.
Ok, that was a great reaction, I've seen many others do reactions to the lord of the rings and of course your spin on it was extremely entertaining.❤️ It is a lot to take in and understand, weird names, weird lands, weird everything but you did it quite well. Calling them kids was hilarious and mithelral is forever the Micheal Jackson jacket, love it!! It's such a great trilogy can't wait till you do the last two, it's a great ride!!👍👍👍👍
P. S. For such a long movie you did great editing, good job!!
Love your comment
Mithril*
@@ReallyGoodandKind yes I assumed I had the wrong spelling. But I couldn't be bothered to go back and correct it as I assumed people or Leo would get the gist of my comment !
Bro, dont stress to much about the crazy fanboys. Just enjoy the things and stay honest in your reaction. Its no shame to not know facts about entertainment franchises!
EDIT: Big Tolkien fan myself though 😁
for real. I don't get fanboys, its a first time watch but they're expecting you to know everything about it.
@@k3n12ock I find it refreshing. A great honest reaction
I'm a fanboy of LOTR, but I don't expect people to be a big nerd like I am or know everything. This is a huge world with a ton of history and lore, not everyone wants to get into all that.
Just enjoy watching it. You don't have to be a fanboy to appreciate these epics and I look forward to seeing your reaction to the trilogy.
As a crazy Tolkien fan I wholeheartedly endorse this comment
Yes it is
"You gonna drop it? That thing legendary!" LMAO! Dude, you're by far my favourite reactor! And don't be upset about those "no extended"-reaction comments, you're perfectly fine with the cinematic version already, it's such a classic!
Seeing people experience lord of the rings for the first time is truly beautiful
Hobbits are basically short humans with large feet. Their feet have fur, keeping them warm, and thick leathery soles than make it so they can walk barefoot with no trouble.
and they ARE NOT KIDS!
@@theidajawho Merry and Pippin aren't adults yet.
@@seawind930 Technically that's correct. 🤔
@@seawind930 Merry was 36 and Pippin was 28.
@@theidajawho That means only Merry was an adult then. For hobbits they aren't an Adult until 30, You can debate about that all you want but that's just how Hobbits mature.
Arwens pendant is the Evenstar!! Her giving it to Aragorn symbolizes she is willing to give up an immortal life as an elf, to be with him, the person she truly loves 🥺
Your reaction at the end! 🤣 I had already read the books when this movie came out, but my sister turned to me in the theater and said, “WHAT?! We have to wait a whole year to see what happens next?!”
She bought the books the very next day. She want waiting to see what happened.
Leo this the best LotR reaction on RUclips man. No question. I can’t imagine editing 4 hours into 1 but you killed it. I know if might be a minute before the next video but I can’t wait. Amazing job
Frodo: "I've spent all my childhood pretending I was off somewhere else."
Him: "You're still a child!"
He is 40 years old.. Read the books
@@kaidoonehundredbeast4841 everybody knows that
"Your love of the Halfling's Leaf has slowed your mind." Thou art a stoner
Says Saruman, while hoarding two barrels in the food pantry 😂
@@jeffreymcmahon3627 Saruman is more the Opium kinda wizard
@@jeffreymcmahon3627 never try from your own supply.
See!? Now to me this is YT gold right here man. To watch you react to these movies for the first time is magical. I've loved LOTR since my school days, and have read all the books numerous times. I'm almost 53 now, and these movies are simply amazing and I connect with them on an almost emotional level. How I wish I could be sitting next to you, answering all your questions and filling you in on the vast amount of back story and information the movies left out.
"Oh he a beast."
If you're impressed with Legolas now, wait until you see him in the other movies.
Legolas is the best. Later when he slides down that creature's tail, shooting arrows the entire way down... so smooth and lethal.
It’s amazing how many people don’t notice Legolas walking on top of the snow, when everyone else is trudging through the deep snow on top of the mountain.
@@ashleydixon4613 , yes! Good one! Literally light on his feet.
@@shawngross5420 still only counts as one!!!!
@@shawngross5420 But does he Legolas have a beard. A dwarf beard gives 200+ Strength points.
the hobbit's feet are tough, thick, and hairy, basically as if they're wearing boots at all times, so their feet are quite resistant to the elements beyond normal means so it's easier for them to cross difficult terrain, like deserts, mountains, or rocky areas
My man is sitting up and paying attention. Putting in the work for the fans. Don't forget to have fun, Hobbits gotta smoke, too.
Sarumon actually calls out Gandalf for smoking too much of the halfling's pipe weed later in the series. 🧙♂️
He's gonna dig that pipe weed the most
@@richardrobbin2225 well Saruman owns Kush too. He either smoke as well or is an badass dealer.
@@blackwolf4653
Nice name btw, it does affect him differently he's a 400 year old vampire and a Sith lord. Probably just pisses him off 😉
@@richardrobbin2225 a SiTh LoRd.????
I love your empathy for the characters. I read the book. But never really felt their chill or heat the way your empathy brings out how painfully cold or hot these guys had to be during their quest. Thank you!
Sam is the real MVP in this movie,he's a true friend.
Everyone needs a friend like Sam in their life.
yes, the true hero of the story!
And everyone needs to try and be a friend like Sam
Sam actually annoyed the hell out of me when I watched this as a kid. Lol
My best friend of 22 years now is named Sam.
Listen bro, these movies have been a big part of my life since I watched them as a teenager at the movies 20 years ago. And I really, truly enjoyed watching you experience this movie for the first time! You payed attention to the story and the emotions of the charakters and you are picking up on subtle themes and details many other reactors never talk about. So don't worry if you don't remember names or whatever. Just enjoy the ride!
Other than thinking Hobbits are kids, you seem like you're keeping track of things just fine. Like, two thirds of the names and lore are just there for flavor and to make the world seem more real. You've got the important stuff down pat.
they basically are, since hobbits arent considered adults until theyre 30ish, and frodo is 33. he's basically the equivalent to an 18 year old
@@whosagrump9147 I think Frodo was 33 at the party, but in the book there's an almost two decade timeskip between that and his departure.
@@basedeltazero714 that sounds right. I believe it was 19 years from the night of the party till Gandalf came back.
@@joshlansford1706 17 years between the long expected party (when Bilbo turned 111, and Frodo turned 33 and came of age). When Frodo leaves the Shire he's 50 years old.
Gandolf is a dawg … He can talk Butterfly
I fucking died when he said that lol
Though I'm sure many will point out that the hobbits aren't kids, they do basically function as kids narratively: small in stature, low standing in the pecking order, naivety and inexperience navigating the world. It makes it really easy to identify with them when you're a kid yourself
Plus Pippin is basically a kid by Hobbit reckoning. Hobbits come of age at 33, and Pippin is only 29. In Human terms, he's like 18, maybe? Old enough to enlist, but still not a full adult. Merry(37) and Sam(39) are over 33, but they're still pretty young. Frodo is 51, but he hasn't physically aged since he got the Ring at 33.
Also, in the books, the other characters are always treating them like children and describing them as children. They're meant to be very child-like.
Technically, Tolkien had "human rabbits" in mind. That's why they like underground holes, have large feet, like growing vegetables, and are small, quick, and good at hiding.
And no, they're not kids, at least not Bilbo, who just turned "Eleven-teen" (111), although the ring might have had something to do with it.
Those Innocence Vibes be real yo :)!
@@ericjanssen394 "human rabbits"
"Hobbits"
Goddammit how did I never put 2 and 2 together
Aragon really did knock the knife out of the air. In that scene, the knife slipped out of the stuntman's hand. It was quick reflexes, and the sword training they had undergone, that let him hit the knife instead of getting hit in the face by it. Of course they were set up for him to swing at the air and the knife would be CGIed in so he was ready, but still, it could easily have gone badly.
Nah bro, they did a bunch of takes, the knife was thrown not directly towards Vigo
In the second movie the actor who plays Aragorn actually broke his foot when he kicked a helmet in one of the scenes
@@Mrfailstandstil the actor for Lurtz was supposed to throw it at a tree next to him, but on the take in the movie, his makeup got in his eyes and he misjudged his aim, instead hurtling it towards Viggo. Viggo deflected it on the fly.
It was a real dagger; though blunted, it was a hunk of metal that could've done serious damage.
All this taken from the extras that originally came with the extended editions.
Seems incredibly irresponsible to even have a situation where you're throwing a dagger, however blunted, at a person. What if it hit? What if he was scarred, or lost an eye, or even killed? All for a scene that could have EASILY been CGIed? Seems like a REALLY stupid deicsion by the director.
@@Aeroldoth3 it was supposed to be thrown towards a tree far to his side, but again due to the makeup the actor (who was also a trained stuntman) threw incorrectly.
So refreshing to hear your genuine reactions, when you know the story ahead of time (even a little) you can't fake this kind of wonder. Looking forward to you watch the next one, extended version or not. Cheers!
Fun fact: the Ringwraiths are invisible because the power of the One Ring (and their own subsidiary rings) stretched their lives out so long and so thin over thousands of years in service to Sauron that their once-human forms have completely faded away. They can still hold swords, etc, and interact with the physical world, but are now more or less indistinguishable from life or death. They are only visible when Frodo puts on the ring and reenters ringworld.
Remember when Bilbo mentions feeling "faint; like butter scraped over too much bread" in the beginning? He was well on his way to becoming a wraith without even knowing it.
“The Hobbit”, “The LOTR” trilogy and the other prequel books like “The Silmarillion” are my favorite Fantasy genre books of all time. I read them in the 70s and I’m so happy that the Director of the films, Peter Jackson, created the most beautiful and amazing filmmaking masterpieces to bring them to life on the screen. I loved your reaction video and I hope you are going to watch “The Two Towers” and “The Return of the King”. I’ll be watching with you!
The Silmarillion is an outstanding piece of work. It's not an easy read, but it fully explains the nature of Middle Earth -- elves, dwarves, the lands, the cosmology, the wizards (which are more like angels on earth, instead of generic magic-users).
Tolkien was a great world builder. How many authors create languages.
@@darkmagus64 In fact he didn't even create the languages as worldbuilding for the stories, he created the stories as context for the languages!
@@femoman he put that degree in linguistics to good use. It must have been great to attend his lectures.
Hey Laura, you like THE SCREWTAPE LETTERS, or LION THE WITCH AND THE WARDROBE????????? C.S. LEWIS became a Christian because of TOLKIEN. They were best friends at OXFORD.
So, I randomly came across this reaction and I gotta say, I love it, probably one of my more favorite first time reactions to LOTR. You actually followed the story a lot better than most do LOL I especially think you calling the hobbits children is both fitting and hilarious
Stoked for this one man. These are amongst the best movies ever made. They hold up even now and aside from Back to the Future there really hasn't been anything else like these as they were all filmed simultaneously.
Star Wars and lotr are the best trilogies ever
There’s just nothing in the world like there’s goddamn movies. They’re so incredible and it makes me happy to see people who didn’t grow up with them as a mainstay show this kinda love to them. Mad respect
I know this was a pain in the ass to make but I love that it was an hour. Can't wait for the next one
Coming from the perspective of a Tolkien geek: It's difficult to describe how absurdly enjoyable your reactions and commentary were. I hope you enjoyed the show!
"Gandorf a dog, he can talk butterfly". You're the best Mr. Video lol