The Lord of the Rings: The Motion Picture Trilogy (Extended Editions)

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The Rings films have so much detail, texture and action that they really need room to breathe on disc - even in high-definition. Whether he cannot see over turrets, cannot escape under a literal dog pile, or volunteers (unwisely) the state of Dwarven female and male relations, the change in tone is often welcome, rather than the dire and deadly serious events that came before it. That also means it also doesn't quite match 'The Fellowship of the Ring' when it comes to sheer detail.

You can actually see the very light grain structure of the image, which results in a far less digital and far more film-like presentation. In that sense, 'The Lord of the Rings' isn't all that different than 'Star Wars,' save for the fact that each new habitat is on the same planet, rather than one per each varied area. Although I appreciate you effort to simply make the Extended edition look better It would be quite something to present it closer to how it was planned. Our feeling here at The Bits is that it's been blown out of proportion, as things tend to be these days.The movie discs are exactly the same as the extended discs from the 2011 LOTR boxset and the individual Hobbit releases. The front folds open to reveal a map of Middle Earth on the inside of the front and spine sections, with a cast shot atop the case holders. Overall, it's a handsome package - actually a far better one than I expected, and better than the photos reveal.

The case also features a magnetic cover which opens to reveal a replica map of Middle Earth on the inside surface and to allow you access to the discs. Consumer Products by Snow Commerce, which is soley responsible for the site's content and all aspects of your purchase.

Miranda Otto is a pleasure as Eowyn, the strongest female character in the trilogy, as she feels like a new focal point, easily the most important new character, more so than her brother, the banished Eomer (Karl Urban).