Am I the only one is DOES NOT want to see Lord of the rings? (1 Viewer)

[Hugh Jackes]

Nope. You're NOT the only one (and that is not a typo). I read the trilogy and The Hobbit many years ago and was bored worthless by them. Just not my cup of tea
I'm wondering if the rabid fans here are overestimating the movie's appeal, based on their love of the books. Consider: most movie-goers are late teens/early 20s, and most of these people haven't read the book either. Might it bomb among that crowd?
Judging by the trailer (and how much can you really tell from a trailer??), it looks well done, but I just have no interest. Time will tell.
To those of you who are first in line, enjoy!

 

[Jeff Kleist]

I guess it's time to get out the van, the black hoods, and the duct tape and teach these youngins right!
From what my mom tells me, the books were THE in thing in the 60s. After all, what other book can claim to be the genesis of nationwide graphitti? (Frodo lives, which has been co-opted by Frito-Lay for their promotion, grr)
Jeff Kleist

 

[NathanP]

Darn.
I guess I am the minority.
I guess I should get into it, but I'm so much more mature for my age then most 15 year olds.
Fantasy and Magic stuff is just plain... uugggg! I just don't like it.
I like History.
I know kids my age who read Harry Potter and watch Pokemon. Comeon, grow up!
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[Jefferson Morris]

quote: I'm wondering if the rabid fans here are overestimating the movie's appeal, based on their love of the books. Consider: most movie-goers are late teens/early 20s, and most of these people haven't read the book either. Might it bomb among that crowd?[/quote]Tolkien fans are disproportionately well represented on the Internet, to be sure, and automatically assuming that the film will obliterate all box office records is almost certainly wishful fanboy thinking, along the lines of the "Phantom Menace will kick Titanic's ass!" predictions of a few years ago.
However, when you talk about Tolkien you're talking about a fan base that's been steadily building since 1937 (and exploding in recent years, due to publicity surrounding the film).
A lot of people outside the fabled 18-25 demographic, who wouldn't ordinarily see a big-budget FX film, might well be lured into theaters on the basis of the good Professor's name. Remember the biggest Tolkien fan directly involved in the production was Christopher Lee, who's pushing 80.

I guess I should get into it, but I'm so much more mature for my age then most 15 year olds.

In addition to the fanboy-bait elements (dragons, wizards, monsters, etc.) there's also a thematic richness and complexity to Tolkien's work that your less "mature" peers will be in a position to appreciate as they get older. Don't count yourself out too hastily.
As for myself, I'm 29, a recent but thorough convert to the Professor's unique imagination, and couldn't be more excited about Dec. 19.
--Jefferson Morris
[Edited last by Jefferson Morris on October 31, 2001 at 02:10 PM]

 

[Elizabeth S]

The ONLY reason I'm interested in seeing it is because of Viggo Mortensen. Otherwise, I couldn't care less.

 

[Rob Gillespie]

Looks like a poll. Smells like a poll.

but I'm so much more mature for my age then most 15 year olds

I believe you.

 

[Neil Joseph]

LOTR hits me about a 7 on a scale of 10 on the curiousity meter. I will probably end up seeing it with my wife as she is really into wizards and such.
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[Greg_S_H]

I haven't read the books, but how could I NOT want to see it after the stellar trailers? I think people predicting it will be less successful than the Tolkienites claim are going to be surprised. I haven't seen a single movie in the theater this year, but I've finally found something to get excited about (though, it must be said, it won't be the first; I'm definitely going to The Man Who Wasn't There and Harry Potter). Friends of mine who also don't go to the movies much are also excited. Unless they've managed to turn a dreadful movie into a great trailer, it's going to be terrific.
Which, of course, is not to say that your opinion is wrong, Nathan. Most HTFers would be appalled at some the movies I didn't see/didn't want to see. But, that's why all of us are different.

 

[NathanP]

I believe you.

Thanks Robbie!
I'm confused, are you one of the moderators that likes me or doesn't like me?
There's so many of them!

 

[Rob Gillespie]

We just like to keep you guessing Nathan.
And it's Rob, not Robbie. I ain't no freckin' robot sonny.

 

[Kami]

I guess I should get into it, but I'm so much more mature for my age then most 15 year olds.
Fantasy and Magic stuff is just plain... uugggg! I just don't like it.
I like History.

Are you saying Tolkien is for 15 year olds? You're 15 and not interested in "fantasy," yeah that makes you a lot more mature.

LOTR isn't stereotypical fantasy per se...it has so many more elements. Yes it does have wizards, orcs, monsters, elves and dwarves but it's a lot more. And you like history? Well then Tolkien is for you. Especially if you get into the other stuff after LOTR such as The Simarillion. Read the trilogy and you may be surprised.
As for me... see my sig.
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[Edited last by Kami on October 31, 2001 at 04:14 PM]

 

[Rob Willey]

OK, flame suit on. I haven't read any of the Tolkien books or any of the Harry Potter books.
I'm very interested in seeing HP and have no interest in LOTR. Go figure....
Rob
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[Adam Lenhardt]

Seeing as how you're only 15, I'm making an assumption that you haven't read the novels.

I don't see what age has to do with it... Several years ago, when I was in JUNIOR high, I can recall the trilogy in it's various forms would almost always be checked out of the school library. The school library's paperback of Fellowship is what first got me into LOTR, truth be told.
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[Steve Christou]

Nathan, does a cat drink milk?
I love being cryptic.
ps. There's a horrible giant spider in LOTR (ok ok I'm just trying to help out here), and you get to see Liv Tyler have a nude swim (worth a shot).

 

[DaveF]

I know kids my age who read Harry Potter..come on!

I know adults (myself included) who read Harry Potter! They're quite good books. Not in the same league as LOTR, but excellent in their own right.
Remember, an aspect of maturity is understanding that just because something appeals to kids doesn't mean it's not good, or "inappropriate" for adults.

 

[Jeffrey Noel]

Yes you are the only one!
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[NathanP]

you get to see Liv Tyler have a nude swim

Alright, I'm going to see this movie!
I thought this was a PG-13 movie?
Family Man was PG-13 and that had more nudity than most R films I've seen
Nathan

 

[Richard Kim]

The Fifth Element has nudity and is PG-13.
As for LOTR, I'll see it, but I'm not as enthusiastic about it as some other movies, like Monsters Inc., The Royal Tennenbaums, and The Man Who Wasn't There.

 

[Brian Vaughan]

I was initially skeptical about whether they would be able to pull off all of the special effects that are in the book. However, I was lucky enough to attend a 25 minute extended press preview and I was blown away. I have never seen CGI like this. I now have no fear that they will not be able to recreate the scenes in the book effectively. My only complaint was Sean Astin's lame Irish accent. Unfortunately, that can't be corrected by the folks at ILM.
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[Ricky Hustle]

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