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AreegosSep 9, 2023

My favorite part of trilogy. Great battles, Gandellf's comeback. I like that adventure!

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frederik1478Aug 19, 2023

It has some of the best moments of The Lord of the Rings but it also has the most feeling of not having a satisfying conclusion in some stories of part which is just sad thing about being the middle of the story you can't always have the mostIt has some of the best moments of The Lord of the Rings but it also has the most feeling of not having a satisfying conclusion in some stories of part which is just sad thing about being the middle of the story you can't always have the most satisfying things when you're not the ending.

A really enjoyed the theme of Hope in the movie and not giving up to despair always hoping for things to go well and keeping on it was a nice theme to have in the movie.

It's still looks fantastic. It sounds fantastic. It has some beautiful scenes with trees. I will not say anymore. It is just all around an amazing movie and the last part of it is my favorite siege in a movie.… Expand

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Achilles997Aug 17, 2023

Magical and a great sequel, my only "problem " is that out of the three it is the weakest (that means its the third best movie ever created).fantastic action and music, adaptation wise it it a bit less than 100%, let's just say it more like 80% book.

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f1rrrrrMay 17, 2023

The storie,the battles,the story unfold were perfect one of the movies that you must see.

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DinoHippieMay 12, 2023

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The Battle of Helm's Deep!!! OH MY GOD! The best scene of the movie, also Smeagol is a CGI miracle and Andy Serkis made an unforgettable performance… Expand

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CoreGamer1408Dec 16, 2018

One of the best fantasy movies ever made. The casting is phenomenal nobody feels out of place. Pretty interesting adaptation of Tolkien works. Two is my favourite of the three movies for sure. Due to a large part Théoden and Sam journey (onOne of the best fantasy movies ever made. The casting is phenomenal nobody feels out of place. Pretty interesting adaptation of Tolkien works. Two is my favourite of the three movies for sure. Due to a large part Théoden and Sam journey (on so many levels).… Expand

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xSubjectX420Apr 18, 2023

Easily the GOAT with one of the most epic war scenes in all of cinema's history.

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NoahsNexusApr 5, 2023

The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers is a masterpiece of epic storytelling that never fails to captivate me. From the incredible cinematography to the unforgettable performances of its cast, this film is a true work of art. The battleThe Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers is a masterpiece of epic storytelling that never fails to captivate me. From the incredible cinematography to the unforgettable performances of its cast, this film is a true work of art. The battle sequences are breathtaking and the special effects are stunning, immersing me in the fantastical world of Middle-earth. As a fan of J.R.R. Tolkien's books, I was thrilled to see the story come to life on the big screen with such care and attention to detail. I've watched this film countless times and it never gets old. Each time, I'm reminded of why I fell in love with this story in the first place. The Two Towers is a triumph of cinema and a must-see for anyone who loves epic adventures.… Expand

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Fixer84Mar 16, 2023

The "least beautiful", allow me this term, of the LOTR trilogy, but we are still talking about very high quality and an excellent product.

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tleonFeb 24, 2023

It somewhat suffers from being the middle chapter in the trilogy, but it still manages to keep the momentum going for the final chapter of the trilogy

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hulkingmediaNov 23, 2022

What a Movie, What a Trilogy

EPIC... is the word that comes to mind. IF you have not yet watch these films, PLEASE do yourself the favour and go WATCH these films! To think of all the hard work that went into creating these films... And aWhat a Movie, What a Trilogy

EPIC... is the word that comes to mind.

IF you have not yet watch these films, PLEASE do yourself the favour and go WATCH these films!

To think of all the hard work that went into creating these films... And a low budget as well. Many many hand made costumes and film sets.

Big Battles, Good Acting and beautiful music. What more can you ask for in a movie. And you get to see Elves, Orcs, Dwarves, Wizards, Hobbits and Humans as well as mythical creatures.

I believe these movies are the best Fantasy films in existance!

Thank you Peter Jackson and ofcourse J.R.R. Tolkien.
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Manuel89qqNov 2, 2022

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meydianarizki21Oct 25, 2022

"The Two Towers" is another excellent installment in the excellent Lord of the Rings Trilogy. The movie also features amazing special effects with Gollum, dramatic political tension in Rohan, and fantastic moments with the Ents. There's also"The Two Towers" is another excellent installment in the excellent Lord of the Rings Trilogy. The movie also features amazing special effects with Gollum, dramatic political tension in Rohan, and fantastic moments with the Ents. There's also beautiful moments between Aragorn and Arwen. The costumes, weapons, armor, props and movie sets are very well crafted. The landscapes and scenery of New Zealand are beautiful. Treebeard and the Ents are very well done in CGI. The ents are curiously wise and well spoken. The CGI incarnation of Gollum/Smeagol was incredibly emotive and powerful as it portrays Gollum as profoundly disturbing, amusing and almost lovable all at the same time. Hence, Gollum is still a CGI masterpiece. The special effects for the ents, the mumakil, the wargs, Sauron's eye and the fellbeast are very incredible. The filming locations and the movie sets for the Kingdom of Rohan look gorgeous. The Rohirrim are a sight to behold and do conjure images of the lost Anglo-Saxons.The acting is superb with an amazing cast. Sir Ian McKellen as Gandalf and Sir Christopher Lee as Saruman are flawless. Sean Astin was born for the role as Samwise Gamgee and portrays Sam's character perfectly. Andy Serkis gave an astonishing performance as Gollum. Elijah Wood Dominic Monaghan as Merry and Billy Boyd as Pippin still make for a delightful duo. Viggo Mortensen's performance as Aragorn is visceral and sensitive with physical dexterity, along with being an empathic, warmer and fundamentally human in presence and charisma. Orlando Bloom still pulls of as Legolas very well. John Rhys-Davies is still brilliant and hilarious as Gimli. Bernard Hill gives a very perfect performance as King Theoden. Miranda Otto as Eowyn and Karl Urban as Eomer were excellent. David Wenham was a very good choice for the role as Faramir. Brad Douris gives a superb performance as Grima Wormtongue. The Battle of Helm's Deep is still one of the best movie battle scenes in cinema history. The scene where Haldir (Craig Parker) arrives with an army of Galadhirm elven warrirors at Helm's Deep to aid the men of Rohan is still one of highlights of The Two Towers movie. The action and fighting scenes at Helm's deep is epic and perfectly executed. The choreography of the battle, the visual effects, the pacing, acting, cinematography, and music, all work together in perfection to achieve grand filmmaking. The downfall of Frodo as the ring slowly takes hold of him is very well done. The battles of Helms Deep and Isengard are truly breathtaking. The ents marching off to war and tearing down Isengard is still a very breathtaking and powerful moment. The scene where Gandalf and Eomer arrive with an army of Rohirrim, charging down a hill at the Uruk hai and turning the tide of battle at Helm's Deep is astonishing. Samwise Gamgee's "some good things in the world worth fighting for" speech to Frodo is very enlightening and provides positive motivation. The theme song for the kingdom of Rohan is very splendid. "Gollum's Song" by Emilíana Torrini is a haunting beautiful and suspenseful song that plays at the movie credits. Peter Jackson's "The Two Towers" is one wonderful interpretation of the epic story. A spectacular adventure action experience..… Expand

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liamexeOct 13, 2022

The technically flawless second edition of the Lord of the Rings trilogy is the best representation of the Middle Earth world available. In this grand conflict between good and evil, the characters offer the audience a lot to cling onto asThe technically flawless second edition of the Lord of the Rings trilogy is the best representation of the Middle Earth world available. In this grand conflict between good and evil, the characters offer the audience a lot to cling onto as well. In this episode, Frodo and Sam continue their search for Moldor in order to destroy the ring, and they are using technology to follow Gollum, who is portrayed by Andy Serkis. We follow a few Hobbits and their tree companions, a few other fellowship members as they attempt to aid Gondor in fending off its foes, and the ascent of the wizard of Gondorf in a few of the side stories. The stories all flow together and have the same good against evil theme.… Expand

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GiugiOct 2, 2022

Second chapter of the legendary saga about the ring of power. This chapter puts a patch on the main error of the first that is the extreme and aberrant slowness thanks to some points and some gimmicks that make the film much faster and moreSecond chapter of the legendary saga about the ring of power. This chapter puts a patch on the main error of the first that is the extreme and aberrant slowness thanks to some points and some gimmicks that make the film much faster and more compelling than its predecessor. The film is very enjoyable and the fantastic characters are masterfully made, with particular attention to the trees, fascinating and reasoned characters. The continuation of the poaching path is also rendered very well with the weight of the ring becoming more and more felt and the battle in the gorge is wonderful and very well done.… Expand

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HardRockLiveSep 27, 2022

Watched it like a 100 times and will watch more. This is the best movie fantasy ever.

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Manuel189qqSep 23, 2022

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BruterakeSep 11, 2022

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Luta boa da porra diversão dando pico nesses filme ta maluco n consigo conceber quem viu isso quando lançou devia ser a coisa mais incrível do mundo.… Expand

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MakuziSep 10, 2022

The lord of the rings trilogy are the best movies I've ever seen in my life.

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ParzivaISep 9, 2022

Esto si representa el mundo Tolkien, no como la nueva serie progre de prime vídeo. Aquí los elfos son rubios, los enanos barbudos y los hobbits blancos y con pies con pelo, como debe ser.

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AlfadasSep 7, 2022

I can't believe I have been watching this movie for 20 years now. Thanks to everyone involved in this masterclass of using attention to detail, passion and focus on storytelling to bring a rich story to life.

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HunieKZSep 5, 2022

some minor changes are acceptable .the best films in the world in my opinion. i read tolkien books. it is about %90 - %95 compatible with the story.

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SubaqueousDreamSep 5, 2022

Out of the three in the trilogy, the Two Towers had the best mix of quiet and loud moments. Endlessly rewatchable

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TuhkakasaSep 2, 2022

I just admire how they managed adapt Tolkien work into movie. You should watch extended version, so much was left out.

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JohnnyYouHitMeAug 10, 2022

Probably the best of the bunch. Mainly because we got so much of Christopher Lee and Bernard Hill. Jackson deserves credit for the way he handled the Rohirrim. It would've been so easy to make them generic, lowest common denominator 'VikingsProbably the best of the bunch. Mainly because we got so much of Christopher Lee and Bernard Hill. Jackson deserves credit for the way he handled the Rohirrim. It would've been so easy to make them generic, lowest common denominator 'Vikings on horses', but instead he stayed true to how Tolkien wrote them. In the extended version Eowyn even sings a lament for her dead brother in Old English, which was specially written for this movie. Helm's Deep is my favourite part of all three movies, so 8/10… Expand

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TheGreatNikakisAug 4, 2022

The Two Towers picks up where the Fellowship of the Ring ended without ever dropping in quality. Instead, it enhances the experience of the first movie with the incredible performance of Andy Serkis as Gollum and the best battle ever put to film.

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Tomas_AJul 20, 2022

The battles are just boring and unrealistic, didn’t find the sense to the movie, not good acting and didn’t follow the dialogue and the story as it is BORING

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NandiJul 16, 2022

Amazing in every aspect, the amount of dedication and love this project had is astonishing

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Drizzt-Do-UrdenJun 4, 2022

I love Gimli and Legolas in this movie. Theoden, Faramir, Frodo, Sam and Pippen also stand out for me. But honestlythe whole cast is perfect and I believe every performance

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kyle20ellisMar 31, 2022

I do love all three films of The Lord of the Rings trilogy, all are visually stunning with wonderful music and strong narratives. The Two Towers is my personal favourite of the three for several reasons. For one thing it is less talky thanI do love all three films of The Lord of the Rings trilogy, all are visually stunning with wonderful music and strong narratives. The Two Towers is my personal favourite of the three for several reasons. For one thing it is less talky than Fellowship of the Ring, and the pace is a little more secure here. Also the final battle is just breathtaking in the action, direction and in its scope, and very compelling and epic. And some of the characters are developed more here than they were in Fellowship of the Ring primarily Frodo and Aragorn, who were played very well there but a little bland in comparison to here.

When it comes to the scope The Two Towers is possibly the biggest in the trilogy. The cinematography is one of the strongest assets, while the scenery, costumes, lighting and make up(the orcs look amazing) are all gorgeous. You can tell a lot of effort went into this and it showed. The music is also darker and perhaps more complex, the story is richer and compelling and the dialogue is thought provoking. People may disagree, but I think The Two Towers is the best directed of the trilogy too.

The acting is very good. Elijah Wood is likable enough with a stronger-written character, while Sean Astin's bumbling persona suits Sam really well. Viggo Mortensson is as strong and charismatic as ever. Ian McKellen, Christopher Lee and Bernard Hill are also perfectly cast, but the real revelation in my view with this movie is Gollum. Here Gollum is designed superbly, and Andy Serkis's performance is absolutely phenomenal and Oscar-nod worthy.

In conclusion, a fine film and for me my personal favourite of the trilogy. 10/10 Bethany Cox… Expand

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noob328Feb 15, 2022

The Two Towers is equally as good as the first but with bigger and better battle sequences. It has even more adeventure and even mixes in some comedy in that makes the movie flow perfectly

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MikhailSoloJan 12, 2022

Good sequel, very good movie.You've become more interesting to follow the characters.Mr.My Darling appeared.

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GemsicleDec 20, 2021

For the audience, it has been a year since we reached the end of the first snippet of the journey through Middle Earth, but for the characters, it has been a couple of hours, which as it happens, in terms of the beginning of the film'sFor the audience, it has been a year since we reached the end of the first snippet of the journey through Middle Earth, but for the characters, it has been a couple of hours, which as it happens, in terms of the beginning of the film's production after wrapping up the first. The second chapter introduces us with a roar as a divulged melee descends to water in the mines of Moria, when we believed that Gandalf was extinguished with the Balrog. The first film concludes with the Fellowship disintegrating on their own expedition to save Middle Earth and collide with a dilemma of their own. Frodo and Sam are resuming their hitchhike to Mount Doom to destroy the One Ring and are confidentially leaving their footprints distinguishable to a creature on their heels, known as Smeagol, or preferably “Gollum.” The exceptionally comprehended Sir Christopher Lee, who plays Gandalf’s mirror image, Saruman is continuing to multiply an army of Orcs who continue to collapse tree after tree for space to create more cocoons of Orcs. As the imminent prisoners of Saruman, Merry and Pippin flee from a multitude of Orcs during their prosperous meal time in a multitude of Ents, whom they befriend and chat about their purposes throughout their portion of the film.

One of the few reasons why I like The Two Towers more than The Fellowship of the Ring is that the characters and stories are now acknowledged and we experience more exhilarating mobs of brawl sequences that take place in the last hour of this flick in Helm’s Deep. With Gollum chaperoning the Hobbits to Mordor (wink wink), Sam begins to seek sins in Gollum’s guts because of him letting the ring out of the bag and cries the name of its bearer and have pervasive contrasting influences. With Sam’s suspicion and Gollum’s diabolical and surreptitious intentions, a “friend vs foe” for companion battle begins.

As the bridge chapter in Lord of the Rings, it unveils ways to create a positive army against the negative army, who is the only thing that is barricaded in the positives’ road to Mordor. Although there is no beginning or end, The Two Towers has pacing that is more meticulous than what you might expect and is a recommendation at the tipping point. We also get more time shown in the colossal, yet glorious mountainous surfaces integrated from New Zealand to Middle Earth.… Expand

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ANTtheKNEEEENov 19, 2021

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iCampoRamilNov 16, 2021

Magistrales combates, magistrales actuaciones. Cine épico del bueno, yasss!

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HeroicAge616Oct 26, 2021

The Two Towers stifles its potentially memorable moments for low-brow humor, and overstays its welcome by over an hour, despite not boasting a single developed character.

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ereleonOct 25, 2021

Luckily due to the three films being made all at the same time, the two towers continues on the success and the momentum of the first movie without any inconsistenciess, on par with the first film for sure

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TheSikvelOct 14, 2021

This part is as beautiful as the previous one, but I liked this one better. In general, everything is the same as in the first film, only larger and more interesting]

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Kai82Jul 23, 2021

The final movie of the trilogy. I repeat myself: It is a good adaptation and really good movie. The books are full to the brim with stories, characters, lore and world building. It is a challenge to adapt these to the screen and I would haveThe final movie of the trilogy. I repeat myself: It is a good adaptation and really good movie. The books are full to the brim with stories, characters, lore and world building. It is a challenge to adapt these to the screen and I would have a hard time to do it. To clarify this: Not everything from a book can be adapted to a different medium and even with 3 long movies they have to make sacrifices. However this movie feels like they changed more from the source material than for the other two. What I deeply miss is a chapter near the end from “The Return of the King”. There you can see how the 4 Hobbits have grown and the conclusion to Saruman and Wormtogue’s story (Was added in the extended edition). Also the occurring problem between Sam and Frodo is absolute unbelievable for the readers of the book (But to be fair it is well done and enhances the movies story). Other than that I mind that they weakened Merry and Theoden’s relationship, changed Eowyn’s and Faramir’s story and that the goodbyes and characters ever afters are not shown or changed. There are other changes and these might be harsher for others or hardcore fans. There are also some good additions: There are more character interactions between Sam, Frodo and Gollum, Faramir’s attack with his men and the additions to Denethor to name a few. Story: This is the endgame. All characters are in a dire battle against Sauron’s forces. Sam and Frodo try to sneak further into Mordor and stop Saruon forever. Aragon, Legolas and Gimli are rallying all help they can get for Gondor while Merry and Pippin fought their own battles. Gandalf is trying to keep everything together as Gondor’s might will be put to a test and Rohan tries to get ass many warriors together to help them in its weakened state. Again the story works well. It is immersive, enjoyable and engaging. I repeat that they did not include a chapter that that shows the Hobbits way home and last struggle. It shows how much the 4 Hobbits had grown and even Gandalf said that they have become such great people that he does not need to worry about them or they even need him to solve issues. It the end I say it is good enough to get praised by me. Cast / Characters: I already praised the whole cast from the previous movies and repeat that nearly everyone became my definite interpretation. They nailed their roles and gave an awesome performance. For the new characters I fully praise John Noble as Denethor. An incredible performance. I think Lawrence Makoare as Witch King also deserves praise. With all these we got an awesome cast that fully delivers a great performance. Presentation: Also again New Zealand is such a beautiful location. It is no wonder that the movies raise the tourism by far. Atop on that all special effects look convincing and the sets and practical effects enhance the atmosphere too. I did not find a misstep here in this regard. Like for all previous movies we got an awesome soundtrack. Overall this is a satisfying conclusion for an epic trilogy. Definitely a must see for movie fans. A worthy adaptation to a beloved book / books.… Expand

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pur__0_0__Jun 21, 2021

The Lord of the Rings is one long story divided among three movies, which is the reason why it is hard to review this movie in itself. I have already written a review for The Fellowship of the Ring, in which I talked about how awesome theThe Lord of the Rings is one long story divided among three movies, which is the reason why it is hard to review this movie in itself. I have already written a review for The Fellowship of the Ring, in which I talked about how awesome the visuals of the story are, the philosophy behind the ring and the pop culture icon that it became. That is why I won't talk about those things in this review. Rather I will talk about the characters of the movie and why it has such a huge impact in the pop culture in spite of being nearly 20 years old book adaptation.

Percy Jackson has done a really great job. The story picks up from the part where Gandalf was attacked, except this time it happens from the other point of view. This not only helps the viewer remember an incident that was important from the previous movie, but also makes it interesting by not showing the exact same shots again. While previously we believed Gandalf to be just a weak old man, over here he turned out to be a strong wizard. This is the reason why it paid off to see him return as Gandalf the White.

The thing I really like aobut Gandalf is that he is a perfect balance of powerful and emotional character. In one moment he is being spun around by Saruman where he is crying like a frail old man, and in the very next scene he is fighting a fire dragon. In the first movie he scared Bilbo for a second by threatening him with magic if he dared to wear the ring, but immediately after he joined the Hobbits in the party. This is the trait which adds character depth to him, preventing him from being a two dimensional person. This way we get to see him from multiple perspectives.

The second character I'd talk about here would be Gollum. The first time I saw him I thought he's just another one of those cringy skinny characters every fantasy movie needs to have (Jar Jar from Star Wars prequels, Dobby from Harry Potter etc). But he's very different. Earlier he was just a normal person like the rest of us. However, it was the temptation of the ring that completely ruined him, not just emotionally but physically too. Now in spite of his immortality he wastes himself searching for an addiction he has never been able to get away from. This is the reason why in spite of not actually wanting to hurt Frodo, he is unable to convince himself that what he is doing is actually wrong. This message is very clear in the scene where he is talking to himself.

Speaking of the scene where Gollum talks to himself, that scene is one of the many scenes which is able to show the emotions that the characters wanted to express. This is something that can be done only by a good cinematography, which is something Peter Jackson was able to handle. Even though that scene is ridiculed, the point behind the scene was to show how Gollum was feeling while planning to kill Frodo and not how he was actually looking like. There have been plenty of scenes where the characters have conversations, but I don't want to spoil the movie for you.

And that scene was interrupted by Sam, who is the next character I'd speak about. Sam is Frodo's best friend and he can go to any limits to make sure Frodo is safe. He is absolutely pure of mind, which was shown in the first movie when he stopped Frodo from wearing the ring. Sam had heard that Gollum wanted to kill Frodo and even though Gollum was the only one character who could actually help them reach the Mountain of Doom, Sam was ready to take the risk even if it meant having to get lost. Frodo didn't trust him or rather should I say, didn't WANT to trust him. And in spite of being abandoned by his best friend, Sam never wasted any time to get back to saving Frodo.

The movie also has many battle scenes, cool CGI, shows the Fellowship of the Ring fight alongside other kingdoms while Gandalf is not there to protect them. The action, the comic timings, the CGI, the acting, everything about this movie is absolutely great. The only mistake I made watching this was that I watched the theatrical cut of this movie. Because of this I missed a very important (and cool) scene from the story, which I was thinking would be answered in Return of the King. It has something to do with Saruman. So don't make that mistake. I'd say you should watch the long one, no matter how much more you have to watch.

The Two Towers is the most underrated movie of the trilogy and I really wish it was talked about more. Only those people know about it who have watched the trilogy. That doesn't mean it's bad. That just means this trilogy should be watched more. Since The Fellowship of the Ring is the beginning of the adventures and The Return of the King is the conclusion, The Two Towers never gets any appreciation as it is sandwiched between the two. But in reality it is the movie which bridges the two. It is an essential part of the movie since this is where the maximum amount of character development takes place.… Expand

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Gorbunov2004May 5, 2021

Отличный фильм всегда в нём любил смотреть на осаду хельмовой ради очень эпично выглядит!

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kilgrimMar 22, 2021

This was the last film/trilogy that surprised me - for me it marks the end of cinema - about no film after it I could say "that's new!"

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r96skFeb 16, 2021

I might not have enjoyed it as much as the first film, but 'The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers' is still a terrific film no doubt.

Visually it still looks superb, I really do love the look of these films so far. The main plot is engagingI might not have enjoyed it as much as the first film, but 'The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers' is still a terrific film no doubt.

Visually it still looks superb, I really do love the look of these films so far. The main plot is engaging and very interesting, while things like the costumes et al. remain at a high level. There is also top action, including some noteworthy battle sequences.

There are, though, a few bits I found less great - still very good in the grand overall scheme, but just comparably with the 2001 release. I found the pacing to be slightly off in moments, while a few of the new cast members didn't connect to me - e.g. Bernard Hill. The side story, meanwhile, with Billy Boyd and Dominic Monaghan didn't interest me at all... they spend too much of the run time just walking through a forest.

Elijah Wood remains good though. I did enjoy seeing the journey of Frodo and Sam (Sean Astin). Andy Serkis also gets more screen time with that aforementioned duo as Gollum, which is most definitely only a major positive - a fun character! Any scene with those three = outstanding.

Overall, as noted, it is still an excellent film. One very much worthy of following 'The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring', despite a few 'issues' I have with it.… Expand

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AJ_13Jan 11, 2021

I also share the opinion that its the worst of the trilogy. Nevertheless it has many memorable and amazing scenes.

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RobwinzDec 11, 2020

The Lord Of The Rings: The Two Towers is honestly a brilliant sequel and it's even a masterpiece and a half. The movie's got a brilliant story, which follows on straight after the first movie and it's about Frodo (Elijah Wood) and Sam (SeanThe Lord Of The Rings: The Two Towers is honestly a brilliant sequel and it's even a masterpiece and a half. The movie's got a brilliant story, which follows on straight after the first movie and it's about Frodo (Elijah Wood) and Sam (Sean Astin) arriving to Mordor with the help of Gollum (Andy Serkis).

A number of new allies join their companions team to defend the well known Isengard, while Saruman (Christopher Lee) deploys an assault from his territory.

The cast are all honestly brilliant with their performances throughout this movie and the same goes with their dialogue. All of the characters dialogue which is given throughout this movie is all honestly great and non of their dialogue feels weak at all.

The cinematography which was shot by Andrew Lesnie, who did the first one's cinematography does another brilliant job at capturing the scenes so smooth and so beautifully. He does it so well and he makes the scenes look so amazing.

Also, there's a lot more of the action sequences throughout this movie and they are very clever, very graphic and very unique just like the first ones were and they are all very well choreographed.

The movie's even got such a beautiful soundtrack, the score which was beautifully composed by Howard Leslie Shore OC. He does such a great job with the soundtrack and it goes so well with the scenes they've been placed within this movie.

The movie's even got some brilliant humour, which always hits and it never misses. That's mainly from Gimli (John Rhys-Davies) his character adds some really funny humour throughout this movie, which adds to his character quite a bit.

The movie's even got more dark themes (In my opinion), they add a lot more to the different locations which we end up discovering throughout this movie and it's done so well, which I really liked.

Finally, the love interest in this movie is very well built up and it doesn't feel rushed at all, it's a very interesting one and I think it works quite a bit.

The pacing which this movie's got is all honestly brilliant and all of the moments are all built up very well and non of those scenes fail in any sort of way because they are all built up brilliantly.

The orcs throughout this movie have got more of a darker and more of a graphic look to them, which I think added a bit more of a disturbing look to them, which I really liked.

Overall, Lord Of The Rings: The Two Towers is honestly a brilliant sequel. The movie's got a brilliant story, brilliant performances, great dialogue, beautiful cinematography, clever action sequences, brilliant pacing, a beautiful soundtrack, brilliant humour, dark themes, more disturbing looking orcs and an interesting love interest.

I'd honestly recommend this movie, if you enjoyed the first one and if you're into fantasy/action movie's. I think this movie is honestly worth the watch and you'll probably enjoy it as much as the first one.… Expand

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Cementer200Sep 27, 2020

The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers is one of the best movies of all time. the journey to the destroy the ring defeat sauron and save middle earth continues right were it left off in the first movie

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DiptanshuJul 1, 2020

Incredibly Epic,A Masterpiece!literally every aspect of it the music,the acting,the story and the CGI and Visuals it was pure Art.as a sequel it extends every aspect amazingly,the story line of back and forth between characters and thereIncredibly Epic,A Masterpiece!literally every aspect of it the music,the acting,the story and the CGI and Visuals it was pure Art.as a sequel it extends every aspect amazingly,the story line of back and forth between characters and there adventures are engaging,the starting continuation from prequel and the base for all story-lines it was amazing,the Frodo's meet with gollum and there journey with the Behaviour changes of Frodo because of Ring and the up's and down's handled by Sam and the friendship of both was great literally at last when Sam says we are going to be remembered as story and all it was satisfying as hell moment,the Talking tree and two Hobbits journey were amazing and fun.at end the encouragement of hobbit to trees to take part at war and all it was amazing and incredible,the Trio of elf,dwarf and men it was iconic and amazing.at start the journey to find two hobbits and then Gandalf's return it was The most satisfying moment then the city of Rohan's conflict and build-up for war and amazing love build-up for Aragon it was great,the saruman's quest for ring and the dragon rider was baddass and the other side the Sauron's army gathering and the 1st fight with Rohan's was awesome the falling scene of Aragon was surprising with the whole alert thing for people then the whole planning and build-up while the other side's the Gondor army and Frodo's thing it was engaging,the gollum's split personality talks and Sam's argument with Frodo about ring and Gollum it was emotionally strong.the all story-lines connection at end was freaking brilliant the final act was literally goosebumps its pure art the battle of Rohan's and other side at gondor's both against saruman,sauron it was breathtakingly awesome,the fight was epic,the loosing hope for Rohan's and the twist at last with help of elf's and others with Gandalf's return to fight it was literally Goosebumps moment then the action and the Goddamn visuals and music it was literally the greatest experience,the other side the tree's destroying the saruman's tower and all it was freaking satisfying and epic end,the ending was literally stunningly brilliant and amazing it automatically Hypes for next sequel.Overall its literally a greatest sequel and epic experience its a Incredible Masterpiece it's a Pure Art!… Expand

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bertboy93Jun 28, 2020

Not as good as the first one but still a Damn good movie, the characters are being developed even more, the action is fantastic, especialy the fight at helms deep, its one of the best action set pieces i have ever seen and the story isNot as good as the first one but still a Damn good movie, the characters are being developed even more, the action is fantastic, especialy the fight at helms deep, its one of the best action set pieces i have ever seen and the story is fantastic, My only problem is that at times i did not care too much about the tree plotline, But that is my only problem with it and it is a small problem
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LoletinAlexisJun 17, 2020

Mother of God what I just saw.
This is real cinema, gentlemen, this is pure magic.
I think it's down a bit compared to the first one, but it's still great.

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Movie_FreakJun 16, 2020

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The Lord Of The Rings Trilogy is the greatest trilogy of all time, and all the movies are one of the best films ever made, and that's saying a big thing for movies released in the 2000s. You can simply put any of them on top if you rank the 3 films, and whichever film at the bottom won't actually be last. When I say The Two Towers is at the bottom of the list, I still think it's a freaking amazing film. I don't really know why people say it has 'middle chapter narrative problems' because there's nothing of the sort here. The sets are even more grand than the original, and the visuals are no less seamless. It has great costumes and the premise is as epic as it's predecessor.The main triumph of the film is the creation of Gollum. Nobody thought that Jackson would be able to reimagine Gollum's description in the book, but boy it's sensational. From his raspy, scary voice and amazingly created body, I'm willing to say it's one of the most amazing visual achievements for the last 20 years. While it's not quite a flawless film, with it splitting into 3 periods, it might seem awkward and overlong at times. But that definitely doesn't disguise the battles. The battle with the Wargs is a damned great sequence, and the battle of Helm's deep is one of the greatest battles of all time. A sensational sequel!… Expand

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superbatMay 27, 2020

The Two Towers is the worst movie in the Lord of the Rings trilogy, which says a lot about the quality of this movie. All of the strengths from the previous movie are present in this film. There are more epic battle sequences. My main problemThe Two Towers is the worst movie in the Lord of the Rings trilogy, which says a lot about the quality of this movie. All of the strengths from the previous movie are present in this film. There are more epic battle sequences. My main problem with this movie is that it feels like a transitional movie that drags on at times.… Expand

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Star_ScreamNov 9, 2019

Amazing movie. Beautifully filmed, wonderful score, great story and it has the best battle sequence ever filmed

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YesterJan 25, 2020

The visual and the soundtrack are so good. The technical expertise that went into some of the battle is absolutely astounding.

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karatistosJan 19, 2020

The Peter Jackson's director's cut of the Lord of the Rings trilogy remain as the zenith of cinematographic achievement.

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QlachPLJan 1, 2020

top classic - one of those films that will be with us for decades. An absolute masterpiece of cinematography and soundtracks!

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glommanDec 31, 2019

One of the most thrilling and interesting movies made to this day, the battle of Helm's Deep deserves an Oscar on its own.

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Jaredc324Dec 11, 2019

Even if Two Towers doesn't match Fellowship with the same level of enticement or Magic, it still brings so much to the table, enlivening it's heartfelt focus of danger within it's heroes like never before. And it stands tall as a measuringEven if Two Towers doesn't match Fellowship with the same level of enticement or Magic, it still brings so much to the table, enlivening it's heartfelt focus of danger within it's heroes like never before. And it stands tall as a measuring stick of fantasy films and carries an undeniable breath of heroism and bravery that gives this trilogy and it's characters a sense of adversity to make it's ultimate pay off become something more than just getting the job done. Peter is creating depth from friction, and it's setting for a wondrous finale.… Expand

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Mendax89Dec 10, 2019

The best movie of the trilogy, a masterpiece, flawless.
A must watch. A true classic.

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JoeCoolDec 8, 2019

The most action packed of the trilogy. Not a movie that stands on it's own as well as the first, but still a cinematic masterpiece.

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AyiurahOct 3, 2019

Perfection does not exist, but this is so damn close to it! Thank you so much for everyone who worked on the Lord of the Rings. You have all changed my life in so many ways and I will always be able to return to this work of art. A veryPerfection does not exist, but this is so damn close to it! Thank you so much for everyone who worked on the Lord of the Rings. You have all changed my life in so many ways and I will always be able to return to this work of art. A very special mention for Howard Shore: this trilogy would not have been half as good as what it is without your masterpiece. Thank you.… Expand

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MurphyBrandonSep 15, 2019

In my personal opinion, "The Two Towers" was the best movie of the Lord of the Rings trilogy. I say this because the pacing was perfect, there were hidden messages, and most effects were real. We really got to know the characters better, andIn my personal opinion, "The Two Towers" was the best movie of the Lord of the Rings trilogy. I say this because the pacing was perfect, there were hidden messages, and most effects were real. We really got to know the characters better, and it maintained coherence with several moving parts all at once. Additionally, the music was phenomenal.… Expand

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alejandro970Aug 4, 2019

Despite the Fellowship of the ring is broken, the task for destroying the sovereign ring goes on. The return of an important ally gives pieces of hope for the crew, while Frodo (every moment wasted by the burden) and Sam shall trust onDespite the Fellowship of the ring is broken, the task for destroying the sovereign ring goes on. The return of an important ally gives pieces of hope for the crew, while Frodo (every moment wasted by the burden) and Sam shall trust on loathsome and treacherous Gollum for get in Mordor. Pay attention for the battlefield of the Pit of Helm and the fallout of Isengard. Remarkable conceptual art and score by Howard shore. Get ready for the final strike.… Expand

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JPKJun 22, 2019

Nearly Equals Empire
The Two Towers is breathtaking, exciting, epic, and dark, Plus the performances are once again amazing (Especially Wood, Mckellen, and Serkis).

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mazewaxieMay 13, 2019

"The Two Towers", the second part of Peter Jackson's epic trilogy, is just as great (if not greater) as "The Fellowship of the Ring".

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TyranianApr 11, 2019

Apart from some unnecessary alterations to the book, this is a stellar adaption.

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PikeaxMar 9, 2019

This is based on the extended edition and encompasses all three LotR movies.
This movie is a classic. Tolkien's world is brought to life in truly epic fashion here. Sure it runs long, but that length ensures that nothing in the story is leftThis is based on the extended edition and encompasses all three LotR movies.
This movie is a classic. Tolkien's world is brought to life in truly epic fashion here. Sure it runs long, but that length ensures that nothing in the story is left out. I suggest judging all three Lord of the Rings movies as one collective whole, rather than as three stand alone movies. This trilogy was meant to be watched this way and the experience isn't complete without that.… Expand

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RadReviewerFeb 8, 2019

A beautiful continuation of the middle earth story. The acting is impeccable, the practical effects are intricate. One of the rare cases where the movie is better than the book.

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MarvelJoeJan 15, 2019

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Imma be honest: I wasn't sure to choose between 8 or 9 score for this film. It's a really good movie and the whole story was building up for the third movie. The battle at the castle and taking over Isegard (sorry if I spell that wrong) is arguably the best scene in this movie.… Expand

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AMasterpieceFanJan 5, 2019

Copied from the first movie review since they're all basically the same

The first movie/trilogy that really impressed me. Astonishing visuals, amazing characters, fantastic worldbuilding. Easily the best movie franchise I have seen.

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Kirollos-NoahDec 2, 2018

The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers is once again directed by Peter Jackson, taken from J.R.R. Tolkien's novel, screenplay by Fran Walsh, Philippa Boyens, Stephen Sinclair and Peter Jackson. All of them are the same from the first one,The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers is once again directed by Peter Jackson, taken from J.R.R. Tolkien's novel, screenplay by Fran Walsh, Philippa Boyens, Stephen Sinclair and Peter Jackson. All of them are the same from the first one, except for Stephen Sinclair. Starring Elijah Wood, Ian McKellen, Viggo Mortensen and Sean Astin.

The story continues with Frodo and Sam trying to destroy the ring, during the journey they met Gollum. Meanwhile, Aragorn, drawing closer to his kingly destiny, rallies forces of good for the battles that must come.

If you read my first review of The Lord of the Rings Trilogy, so you already know that I loved how they set the characters and how they made the special effects, etc... And you also know that I didn't like the performance, and the direction sometimes wasn't good for me. So I watched this one and I was hoping to see these flaws got fixed. So, did they fix it? Not that much to be noticed, but as a middle chapter of a trilogy setting all paces for the final one, The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers is completely amazing, also for the fans of the book and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.

The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers has lots of amazing special effects just like the first one, I was still amazed of how talented and unique the creators of this movie were, I mean some movies were released in the same year but the special effects weren't that good, not even close.

The performances on the other hand are the same, the only one that was brilliant is Andy Serkis as Gollum, all the others are the very same, and I didn't like them before, so it's the same problem, but Andy Serkis improved it.

I liked the direction a little tiny pit more than the first one.

So technically, as it's obvious, I liked The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers more than The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring, especially the story, which was fast-paced and better than the first one. So as it's improved, it's definitely getting a higher grade, so I'm gonna give The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers an A!

I really had lots of fun, while talking with you about The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring and The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers, and I'm so excited to talk to you about The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, and it's gonna be very soon.

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kaneturnerNov 3, 2018

I treat all three instalments of the Lord of the Rings trilogy as one film, because that's how they play. The sense of adventure and the enormity of the story is something that no other film has ever done.

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AndremaxOct 30, 2018

I can't tell if LOTR 2 is the best of franchise, but is the most delightful to watch, just because battles, very well directed and that shines the eyes.

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MartyMcFlyOct 2, 2018

My score 99
Metascore / User score 87 / 90
Tomatometer / Audience score 95 / 95
IMDB 87
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ErikTheCriticSep 25, 2018

With Andy Serkis stealing the show as Gollum, and consisting of relentless battle sequences, "The Two Towers" absolutely lives up to its predecessor, and it is a splendid addition in the trilogy.

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StavNeuseJul 17, 2018

The performances better, the cinematography better, and the acting better. I mean, what more can you ask from the second movie of a trilogy. That battle scene at the end was priceless, I mean, just genius directing and performances.

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HolyDarthYodaMay 20, 2018

This movie is just a little bit not as good as the first one. In this movie is more battles and more visual then the first one, but it is not as emotional journey as the first movie.

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TheRussianatorApr 10, 2018

The sequel to the Fellowship is as good if not better as the first one. The smart development of the characters, breathtaking action sequences help this movie not suffer from the "middle chapter" syndrome and leaves the audience eager for theThe sequel to the Fellowship is as good if not better as the first one. The smart development of the characters, breathtaking action sequences help this movie not suffer from the "middle chapter" syndrome and leaves the audience eager for the conclusion of the trilogy.… Expand

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filmbuff96Mar 14, 2018

An amazing story with great action. The Two Towers keeps the trilogy alive and amazing.

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JamesIrish68Mar 12, 2018

Considered the weakest of the Lord of the Rings trilogy. I suppose it suffers like that of the middle child. That aside this is still an awesome movie in the proper sense of the word. A visual spectacular, a epic tale of the battle of goodConsidered the weakest of the Lord of the Rings trilogy. I suppose it suffers like that of the middle child. That aside this is still an awesome movie in the proper sense of the word. A visual spectacular, a epic tale of the battle of good versus evil. Wonderful. Praiseworthy in every aspect. I'm sure if J.R.R Tolkien was alive today he would approve.… Expand

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merijnjFeb 21, 2018

(97/100)
(I watched the extended cut). Amazing, just amazing! Best one out of the trilogy.

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tiagomacedsFeb 20, 2018

As Duas Torres é o filme mais inferior da trilogia mas mesmo assim consegue ser épico e maravilhoso como os outros dois, merecendo nota máxima

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FilipeNetoFeb 17, 2018

This is the continuation of "The Lord of the Rings" trilogy, based on the epic novel that J.R.R. Tolkien wrote after his passage through the trenches in First World War. This film was shot by the same cast and crew of the first, "TheThis is the continuation of "The Lord of the Rings" trilogy, based on the epic novel that J.R.R. Tolkien wrote after his passage through the trenches in First World War. This film was shot by the same cast and crew of the first, "The Fellowship of the Ring", a strategy that has given a great cohesion to the entire trilogy. In this film, the plot thickens with the division of the Fellowship: Frodo and Sam desperately trying to get to Mordor while the men, grouped around the kingdom of Rohan, begin the war against the orc's and uruk's of Sauron and Saruman. The climax of the film, the battle of Helm's Deep, is probably one of the most tense and epic battle scenes in history of contemporary cinema. From this point of view, this film surpasses in adrenaline the first of the saga. For the action scenes, the expertise of digital computerization was key. Proof of this is the character Gollum, a completely digital creation that received the voice of Andy Serkis, or Treebeard, who has the voice of John Rhys-Davies (actor who also plays Gimli).

This film helped to increase the interest of the audience for the trilogy that until then, and despite the success of the first film, had gone unnoticed for many. In fact, if we think rightly, the trilogy has even popularize Tolkien, an English writer who, until then, was an illustrious unknown to almost all those who weren't English or don't speak English as their mother tongue. Suddenly, not only everyone spoke of "The Lord of the Rings" and Tolkien, as well as the novels it had to be translated into new languages and were the subject of an important and positive revaluation.

Epic in the true word of the term, this film, and the whole trilogy, learned once again become popular this genre of cinema, that now became more affordable for studios thanks to the computerization. In fact, make an epic film in the old fashioned way, with hundreds of participants, large and elaborate scenarios etc. it's extremely expensive, more than resorting to the modern digital techniques.… Expand

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drone41Feb 9, 2018

The second part of unbelievable trilogy. Much interesting and tense is on the higher level.

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TheSpideyReviewFeb 5, 2018

Not as spectacle as the first, the sequel expands on the characters. It also gives new locations and characters that are important to the plot. Also it continues to show how dangerous the ring can be by showing how it's affecting him and 1Not as spectacle as the first, the sequel expands on the characters. It also gives new locations and characters that are important to the plot. Also it continues to show how dangerous the ring can be by showing how it's affecting him and 1 other character (don't know if it's a spoiler to say).… Expand

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spacebear1Jan 5, 2018

Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers is a flawless sequel to a flawless masterpiece. I once again loved the characters and the story. The cinematography was once again flawless as well as the epic battle sequences. In the end, this is anotherLord of the Rings: The Two Towers is a flawless sequel to a flawless masterpiece. I once again loved the characters and the story. The cinematography was once again flawless as well as the epic battle sequences. In the end, this is another flawless masterpiece in this amazing trilogy.… Expand

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SupaAwesomeMar 12, 2017

A truly epic cinematic experience. Even though it's the middle movie, having no proper beginning or ending, The Two Towers stand out as one of the greatest movies ever made. With outstanding characters and the perfect blend of practicalA truly epic cinematic experience. Even though it's the middle movie, having no proper beginning or ending, The Two Towers stand out as one of the greatest movies ever made. With outstanding characters and the perfect blend of practical effects and CGI this movie outperform other fantasy movies.… Expand

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opethagallochNov 19, 2017

Why is this movie so good? How the hell did Peter Jackson manage to create such a masterpiece, and release it only one year after one of the already best movies of all time? How does it even manage to keep you hooked to the screen even ifWhy is this movie so good? How the hell did Peter Jackson manage to create such a masterpiece, and release it only one year after one of the already best movies of all time? How does it even manage to keep you hooked to the screen even if it's 3 hours long? These are the questions I always ask myself when I rewatch The Two Towers.… Expand

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Thatonenerd2187Jan 26, 2017

The twin towers improves much on it's sequel. The action is better shot and much more exciting than fellowship. It especially works because of how tense it it. The characters shine once again, and their journey only makes them better. LegolasThe twin towers improves much on it's sequel. The action is better shot and much more exciting than fellowship. It especially works because of how tense it it. The characters shine once again, and their journey only makes them better. Legolas and Gimli for example have been much improved, since they didn't have to much to do in the fellowship. Here they both have a great chemistry together and makes the film more fun to watch. The story itself is much more dramatic than the first one, with character moments that really outshine the original, and give more depth to them. The soundtrack in this movie is very solid, with each piece of the score fitting in with the tone just fine, and it's also very memorable. The practical effects look just as good as ever and the movie still holds up to this day. Overall, the twin towers is a sequel that improves on the original, and I would recommend it to anyone who loved the first movie, or just wants to see a great film.… Expand

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MasterRileyJul 20, 2016

The Two Towers continues what the first one did, greatness. It has great action, a great cast, a great story, great performances, great world building, and great music. One of the best novel to film adaptations ever.

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Aaron_WassermanMay 31, 2016

I am not the biggest Lord of the Rings fan, so I don't go crazy over these movies. This one really bored me and just seemed like the unnecessary middle chapter, it does have great acting, set pieces, visuals, costumes, and battles. But thoseI am not the biggest Lord of the Rings fan, so I don't go crazy over these movies. This one really bored me and just seemed like the unnecessary middle chapter, it does have great acting, set pieces, visuals, costumes, and battles. But those things can only rise this movie so far...… Expand

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aadityamudharApr 17, 2016

When the "worst" movie of a trilogy is an absolute 9, then you sir, have a damn fine trilogy. This is an incredible movie from start to finish, but the one drawback is that it feels like it was continued and needs continuing. The thing is,When the "worst" movie of a trilogy is an absolute 9, then you sir, have a damn fine trilogy. This is an incredible movie from start to finish, but the one drawback is that it feels like it was continued and needs continuing. The thing is, it's actually worth the ride.… Expand

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MovieMasterEddyApr 17, 2016

Certainly there can be few films so replete with images of death and portents of doom as is “The Two Towers.” At virtually every step, the mostly separated main characters are threatened with extinction, and looming over all is the specter ofCertainly there can be few films so replete with images of death and portents of doom as is “The Two Towers.” At virtually every step, the mostly separated main characters are threatened with extinction, and looming over all is the specter of the gathering army of the dark wizard Saruman, whose victory would eliminate the last remaining bastion of significant resistance to his quest for total dominance over Middle-earth.

“It’s getting heavier,” laments Frodo (Elijah Wood) about the Ring to his genial companion Sam (Sean Astin) as they make their way across some imposing mountains en route to the dreaded Mordor, the only place the Ring can be destroyed so as to prevent the Dark Lord Sauron from establishing an empire of evil. The two Hobbits aren’t alone for long, however, as they apprehend the strange, vaguely threatening but ultimately pathetic creature named Gollum that’s been following them and now offers to guide them to Mordor.

But Gollum is an unsettling critter to have around. Naked save for a diaper-like loincloth, fidgety, skinny but large of hands, feet and skull, with strings of black hair and bulging, haunted blue eyes, Gollum looks like a preternatural Peter Lorre, a permanently scared and worried soul who’s compellingly revealed later on to be a hopeless schizophrenic, one twisted by his previous experience as a Ring bearer. “Acted” initially by Andy Serkis and subsequently reworked into exaggerated humanoid form via a dexterous CGI makeover, Gollum is a startling creation that constitutes one of the film’s major talking points.

All the same, this odd group doesn’t actually get very far in “The Two Towers,” as matters focus more on the heroic efforts of the warriors Aragorn (Viggo Mortensen), Legolas (Orlando Bloom) and Gimli the Dwarf (John Rhys-Davies) to help King Theoden of Rohan (Bernard Hill) in his seemingly hopeless defense of Rohan against Saruman’s army of 10,000 specially bred fighting beasts. All things considered, the handsome Aragorn would rather be back with his lady love, Arwen (Liv Tyler), but when duty calls, a man such as he has no choice.

Throughout, the film intercuts among a trio of story strands, the third recounting the strange detour of Frodo’s errant pals Merry (Dominic Monaghan) and Pippin (Billy Boyd) into Fangorn Forest, where they are snatched up by an ancient walking-and-talking tree called Treebeard (wonderfully voiced by the busy Rhys-Davies), who takes his own sweet time deciding what to do with the anxious Hobbits.

Without pausing to recap past action, Jackson and his co-screenwriters Fran Walsh, Philippa Boyens and Stephen Sinclair (the latter a new addition to the “Fellowship” trio) pick things up where they left off a year ago, and audiences will at once settle in for the yarn’s continuation in full confidence that there will be no let-down in storytelling sweep and spectacle.

Because of the pressure of momentous events and the lessened need for expository character delineation, the dialogue this time around tends toward the utilitarian and declamatory; with hardly an alteration, the very same words, given a different spin by the likes of John Cleese or Michael Palin, could be quite funny. But the grim mood established by the clouds of war and the muted blues, greens, grays and earth tones of Andrew Lesnie’s grand but mobile cinematography keep the proceedings sober as King Theoden and his people abandon their homes for the presumed safety of a mighty fortress, Helm’s Deep.

After a haunting march across the Dead Marshes, beautifully realized by production designer Grant Major and his team, Frodo, Sam and Gollum are captured by Gondor leader Faramir (David Wenham), which effectively sidelines them for most of the remainder of the picture. Over in the forest, the dawdling Treebeard eventually calls a conference of his branchy brethren; when the ambulatory ancient trees at the last minute decide to take action, it’s quite a sight to see.

But the final half-hour is largely and rightly given over to the battle at Helm’s Deep, an event that never could have been presented as vividly or on such a scale in the pre-CGI era. Jackson stages the logistics with admirable clarity; Saruman’s Uruk-hai soldiers, ferocious hulks that are half-men, half-monsters, gather in such numbers on the plains that death seems certain for everyone inside the heavy stone fort. Heroics abound on the parts of Aragorn, Legolas and Gimli, with the latter’s bemused reactions in the face of repeated endangerment a continued source of humor. A promised deus ex machina arrives in the form of Gandalf, but while the battle may be won, the war against the occupants of the titular towers, Saruman and Sauron, remains to be pursued a year hence.

Once again, Howard Shore’s vigorous score, seemingly somewhat altered and darkened, and sans the Enya contributions, provides valuable support.

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MovieMasterEdMar 22, 2016

If there is a primary quality needed to bring J.R.R. Tolkien's The Lord of the Rings to the screen, it is vision - an attribute possessed in abundance by director Peter Jackson. In more than 100 years of motion pictures, few cinematicIf there is a primary quality needed to bring J.R.R. Tolkien's The Lord of the Rings to the screen, it is vision - an attribute possessed in abundance by director Peter Jackson. In more than 100 years of motion pictures, few cinematic campaigns of this magnitude have been mounted. Not only has Jackson faced the daunting task of creating and populating an entirely new world based on Tolkien's blueprint, but he has contended with the real-word rigors of a two-year shooting schedule and an initially nervous group of purse string holders.

The popular and critical success of The Fellowship of the Ring vindicated Jackson's perseverance. Nevertheless, even as the Oscar nominations came pouring in, the director was moving on. The plaudits heaped upon the first installment would lose their luster if either of the succeeding episodes, The Two Towers and The Return of the King, failed to live up to expectations. And, considering the high ground occupied by The Fellowship of the Ring, the bar would be at an astronomical altitude for the other movies.

Of the three pieces of the Middle Earth puzzle, The Two Towers is the one with the biggest handicap. It is afflicted with the "middle chapter syndrome" - an inherent obstacle for the second episode of any trilogy. The Two Towers has no real beginning or end. (This is as true of the book as it is of the movie.) It takes situations and characters introduced in The Fellowship of the Ring and prepares them for The Return of the King. The trick is to immerse audiences "in the moment" and keep them from looking ahead - a daunting task, to be sure, but one that Jackson is up to.

In nearly every way that counts, The Two Towers is The Fellowship of the Ring's equal. In terms of tone, pacing, character development, plot advancement, and visual splendor, there is no drop-off. More importantly, the continuity is seamless (one advantage of filming the trilogy as a single project), allowing a viewer familiar with the first movie to flow effortlessly into the second. Of course, therein lies a drawback, as well. The Two Towers cannot stand on its own. Familiarity with The Fellowship of the Ring is not just advisable, it is mandatory. Anyone attempting to watch The Two Towers without having seen (or read) the first installment is headed for confusion and disillusionment.

Jackson has added dashes of mirth and romance to the film - two elements in short supply in the novel. Most of the humor, which is decidedly low-key, involves Gimli, who occasionally seems to be around as much for comic relief as anything else. For example, in the middle of the battle of Helm's Deep, he is infuriated that his number of kills can't keep pace with Legolas'. On the romantic front, Aragorn, who is promised to the elven princess Arwen (Liv Tyler), finds himself the object of attention for Theoden's niece, Eowyn (Miranda Otto). This sets up a triangle.

The Two Towers starts out a little slowly, but the rousing second half, which gathers momentum like a boulder racing downhill, will leave audiences craving more when the end credits roll. Combined, The Fellowship of the Ring and The Two Towers represent one of the most engrossing and engaging six-hour segments of cinema I have ever enjoyed. If the final third of the puzzle is the equal of the first two, this will go down as one of the crowning achievements of cinema. Like its predecessor, The Two Towers is a great motion picture, and not to be missed by anyone who appreciates fantasy adventure.… Expand

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CinemassacreMar 13, 2016

After venturing forth from paradise to traverse Middle-earth last year, Frodo & Co. push closer to hell in “The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers.” The middle section of director Peter Jackson’s prodigious adaptation of J.R.R. Tolkien’s epicAfter venturing forth from paradise to traverse Middle-earth last year, Frodo & Co. push closer to hell in “The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers.” The middle section of director Peter Jackson’s prodigious adaptation of J.R.R. Tolkien’s epic trilogy of good and evil is in some respects a more impressive film than its well received predecessor. Marked by nonstop conflict and a gargantuan climactic battle that Akira Kurosawa would have envied, the new picture has a sharper narrative focus and a livelier sense of forward movement than did the more episodic “Fellowship.” There can be no doubt that the vast majority of the worldwide public that gave the first entry an $860 worldwide gross will return for this amply satisfying second serving of fantastical adventure.

Certainly there can be few films so replete with images of death and portents of doom as is “The Two Towers.” At virtually every step, the mostly separated main characters are threatened with extinction, and looming over all is the specter of the gathering army of the dark wizard Saruman, whose victory would eliminate the last remaining bastion of significant resistance to his quest for total dominance over Middle-earth.

“It’s getting heavier,” laments Frodo (Elijah Wood) about the Ring to his genial companion Sam (Sean Astin) as they make their way across some imposing mountains en route to the dreaded Mordor, the only place the Ring can be destroyed so as to prevent the Dark Lord Sauron from establishing an empire of evil. The two Hobbits aren’t alone for long, however, as they apprehend the strange, vaguely threatening but ultimately pathetic creature named Gollum that’s been following them and now offers to guide them to Mordor.

But Gollum is an unsettling critter to have around. Naked save for a diaper-like loincloth, fidgety, skinny but large of hands, feet and skull, with strings of black hair and bulging, haunted blue eyes, Gollum looks like a preternatural Peter Lorre, a permanently scared and worried soul who’s compellingly revealed later on to be a hopeless schizophrenic, one twisted by his previous experience as a Ring bearer. “Acted” initially by Andy Serkis and subsequently reworked into exaggerated humanoid form via a dexterous CGI makeover, Gollum is a startling creation that constitutes one of the film’s major talking points.

All the same, this odd group doesn’t actually get very far in “The Two Towers,” as matters focus more on the heroic efforts of the warriors Aragorn (Viggo Mortensen), Legolas (Orlando Bloom) and Gimli the Dwarf (John Rhys-Davies) to help King Theoden of Rohan (Bernard Hill) in his seemingly hopeless defense of Rohan against Saruman’s army of 10,000 specially bred fighting beasts. All things considered, the handsome Aragorn would rather be back with his lady love, Arwen (Liv Tyler), but when duty calls, a man such as he has no choice.

Throughout, the film intercuts among a trio of story strands, the third recounting the strange detour of Frodo’s errant pals Merry (Dominic Monaghan) and Pippin (Billy Boyd) into Fangorn Forest, where they are snatched up by an ancient walking-and-talking tree called Treebeard (wonderfully voiced by the busy Rhys-Davies), who takes his own sweet time deciding what to do with the anxious Hobbits.

Without pausing to recap past action, Jackson and his co-screenwriters Fran Walsh, Philippa Boyens and Stephen Sinclair (the latter a new addition to the “Fellowship” trio) pick things up where they left off a year ago, and audiences will at once settle in for the yarn’s continuation in full confidence that there will be no let-down in storytelling sweep and spectacle.

Intrigue is rife in Rohan, where the king has been made into an impotent dodderer by venomous court adviser Wormtongue (Brad Dourif), who’s a spy for Saruman (Christopher Lee). All looks lost until Gandalf (Ian McKellen), who, after a fiery demise has been resurrected in angelic all-white glory, turns up to restore the king to his younger former self. Wormtongue is duly banished, while the king’s lovely niece, Eowyn (Miranda Otto), makes heavy eye contact with Aragorn.

Because of the pressure of momentous events and the lessened need for expository character delineation, the dialogue this time around tends toward the utilitarian and declamatory; with hardly an alteration, the very same words, given a different spin by the likes of John Cleese or Michael Palin, could be quite funny. But the grim mood established by the clouds of war and the muted blues, greens, grays and earth tones of Andrew Lesnie’s grand but mobile cinematography keep the proceedings sober as King Theoden and his people abandon their homes for the presumed safety of a mighty fortress, Helm’s Deep.

Thesps from “Fellowship” continue ably in the same vein here, and such newcomers as Otto, Hill, Dourif and Serkis add welcome new interest and flavor. Joining the behind-the-scenes crew are new editors Michael Horton and Jabez Olssen.… Expand

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gameguardian21Mar 9, 2016

While not as good as the other two, this still remains a fun and enjoyable movie that. With the movie now having two plots, it performs them spectacularly.

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EpicLadySpongeJan 5, 2016

For 179 minutes, this is a well-worth running-out-of-things-to-say fun adventure movie despite how long it is. You'll probably enjoy it more than I have.

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DanilSirotkinJul 23, 2015

Вторая часть трилогии немного уступает первому и третьему фильмам. Но она также заслуживает наивысшей оценки. Фильм "Две Крепости" в основном сосредоточен на войне с Саруманом, и, конечно же, на таком известном персонаже, как ГоллумВторая часть трилогии немного уступает первому и третьему фильмам. Но она также заслуживает наивысшей оценки. Фильм "Две Крепости" в основном сосредоточен на войне с Саруманом, и, конечно же, на таком известном персонаже, как Голлум (Смеагол), которого отлично сыграл Энди Сёркис - (очень жаль, что ему не дали оскара). Спойлер - в этом фильме мы впервые видим Гэндальфа в белом обличьи (и, к слову, он мне больше нравится серым.) - Он словно стал ещё мудрей, а также будто стал сиять. Пролог - весьма зрелищно. Орки - ну просто "красавцы". Энты - круто, - и очень классно они говорят. Страна Рохан - отличный перенос с книги на экран. Хорош и его конунг - Теоден Роханский, а его перевоплощение - просто верх компьютерной графики. Все актёры играют хорошо, скажу сразу, так что придираться не к чему. Мой любимый эпизод из фильма - битва за Хельмову Падь, - её я считаю лучшим воплощением осады крепости на экране. Снято это очень атмосферно, и создаётся ощющение присутствия. Когда падает лестница, и камера наклоняется, захватывает дух... - Особенно, если смотреть в темноте и на большом экране. Арагорн же в этой битве очень воодушевляет. Любимая его фраза: "Надежда всегда есть". А кинотеатральное превью к этому фильму я считаю одним из лучших трейлеров в истории. Культовый и шикарный фильм. - Мне больше нечего сказать. 100/100 или 10/10 (или 5/5 или 4/4).… Expand

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JohnMasterLJul 20, 2015

The two towers conserva los mismos aspectos mágicos y épicos de su antecesora, pero es mas emocionante y grande a la vez. Mas personajes, mas historias, mas situaciones, cada una de ellas con un estilo distinto, manejado de una maneraThe two towers conserva los mismos aspectos mágicos y épicos de su antecesora, pero es mas emocionante y grande a la vez. Mas personajes, mas historias, mas situaciones, cada una de ellas con un estilo distinto, manejado de una manera increíble. Peter Jackson juega muy bien con las historias y crea una trama perfectamente entendible que conecta a un punto: El retorno del rey. Una excelente secuela que nos prepara para el gran final.… Expand

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VinceRocks123Jun 25, 2015

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. actually a lot better than the first installment the epic journey to destroy the One Ring continues to grow darker in this powerful gritty yet perfect continuation to the first installment of Peter Jackson's desperately faithful adaption to J.R. Tolkien's masterpiece.

Middle-Earth has been plagued by the rising threats of Orcs, the savage creatures created by the evil lord Sauron in a attempt to take back the One Ring. At the sometime the malign powers of the ring struck a small victory against its captors, the Fellowship of the Ring, Boromir is killed and Gandalf having fallen to an uncertain fate during the battle in the Mines of Moria.

Frodo (Elijah Wood) now left to face the burden of the evil ring's power and his injuries, he is still determined to fulfill his destiny to destroy it, alone. left with his faithful companion the hobbit Samwise and the unlikely trust of the creature Gollum (in a amazing screen captured performance by Andy Serkis) whose life and personality has been corrupted by the rings malign influence, he reluctantly helps guide the two hobbits through the Dark Forest towards the orc kingdom of Mordor where the mountain of Doom lies.

Meanwhile in a desperate urge for a distraction to give Frodo more time, Aragorn (Viggo Mortensen) and the surviving fellowship, Legolas and Gimli head for the kingdom of Rohan to get its armies to rise up against the tyranny of the White Wizard Saruman (Sir Christopher Lee in his most finest performance), who has sworn the kingdom of Isengard an allegiance with Mordor.

Even though its not as great as the other two, I think it was great in moral and lmmoral standards, as it demonstrates half of the difficulties of resisting the terror of the One Rings malign influence, and a worthwhile continuation of Tolkien's masterful novel, though the film lacks some faithfulness to the books, I must say I loved it very much, and thus my three part review of the Lord of the Rings soon closes in on the big one.....

also the visual effects here starts to get as great as the first one did! with bigger and more badass action with armies of magical creatures clashing with one another!… Expand

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