I think it\'s a given, to say the least, that I\'m looking forward to the live action depiction of Tolkien\'s awesome works.
But, beyond the excitement I feel toward watching a quality movie-trilogy based on the first fantasy literature I\'ve ever read, are my hopes of what these films have the potential to do for the genra itself, assuming they live up to everyone\'s respective expectations.
Fanatasy films, good ones to be precise, are a rare breed. Having a major production, based on such a popular series of books, if done well, can become a benchmark for other works to come. Something many people we\'re hoping for with Dungeons & Dragons, which though may have been an enteraining watch, did little to further the genra as a lucrative, interesting venue in many people\'s eyes, especially those of studio execs.
So, yes. I am very excited with the LOTR trilogy. I have high expectations for these films, as do many others. I truly hope they can bring the fantasy genra back to hollywood with class and style, setting a standard, making an impact which will make people cry out, "More, we want more!"
Frodo
