The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers
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  1. rodericrinehart
    Aug 14, 2010
    10
    When the "worst" movie of a trilogy is an absolute 10, 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.
  2. MovieLonely94
    Oct 30, 2010
    10
    the best in the trilogy and the awesomeness in the franchise.
  3. heyitsmegrif4
    May 26, 2012
    10
    With mind-blowing performances from the whole entire cast, along with skilled dialogue. Featuring its amazing visual effects, breathtaking action, and being even more emotionally resonant than the first. I give this movie 98%.
  4. wesker2012
    Jun 1, 2012
    10
    Some of the best battles in the series....this movie is epic.
  5. nvnick
    Aug 17, 2011
    10
    My favorite of the trilogy. Peter Jackson is a cinema god, there is a reason RotK tied for most oscar wins for one movie. Best fantasy novel and the movie does it complete justice. This is what modern cinema is all about: great acting, tasteful and thrilling special effects, excellent story of course, amazing screen play and the most spectacular soundtrack which is epic in battle sequences and harmonious in times of peace. A true masterpiece. To be watched again and again. 5/5 stars.… Expand
  6. marnee96
    Nov 4, 2011
    10
    It's quite similar to the Fellowship of the Rings in terms of visual effects and overall style. But the story has now become much more interesting and multidimensional as we watch the Fellowship, now divided, struggle to complete their journey to save Middle Earth. 4/4 stars.
  7. asbeloliver
    Nov 19, 2011
    10
    The best sound effects, also known for its impeccable sound, the script developed, very faithful to the book, good performances, a show well done, as I can say about the soundtrack, direction, costumes, makeup, art direction and visual effects. In short, an excellent movie.
  8. Sam
    Jul 14, 2005
    10
    It's a great film. The best of the 3, so in my opinion, the greatest film ever. Go ahead and think that many other films are the best, but in my opinion, this is the best of them all. I will respect your opinions, unless you disrespect mine or say this sucks or other crap is the best. Not just the best for action, but for acting, plot, and development.
  9. KrisK.
    Dec 16, 2002
    10
    I didn't think it would be possible, but TTT tops FotR. The first five minutes will take your breath away, and you won't get it back until the credits roll.
  10. MaggieM.
    Dec 18, 2002
    10
    Better than the first- Andy Serkis deserves an oscar for his enticing perspectives on Gollum. All the actors are wonderful- and I'm especially happy because we get to see more of Legolas', Gimli's, perspectives, which were hard to see the first time when they were outweighed by Gandalf, Frodo, and Aragorn.
  11. marian1233321
    Aug 9, 2011
    10
    This isnt filming this is art..
  12. JawsPapi87
    Aug 9, 2011
    10
    This movie is pure gold. Besides a few weak points like some unrealistic lines and the shield-boarding down the stairs, it's perfect. There is no lack of emotion, all performances are good and the battle at Helm's Deep is perhaps the best ever in a movie. The highlight for me was the introduction to Gollum, though. He is one of the best characters ever.
  13. mubagreen
    Sep 14, 2011
    9
    magnificent is the word i will say for this film, i havent read the book . And im sure i wont..cinematography is top notch expecially in the battle scenes its really awesome.
  14. NintendoMasterG
    Oct 17, 2011
    10
    The Two Towers might not be the best of the three Lord of the Rings movies, but it sure is one of the best movies I've ever seen! Great acting, story and scenes - movies cant get much better than this.
  15. RyMintz
    Feb 8, 2012
    10
    When people ask me which film in the Lord of the Rings trilogy is the my least favorite, I usually say The Two Towers. However, seeing as how all three films are all cinematic masterpieces, this doesn't mean jack-squat. The Two Towers, like its other two siblings, is quite simply one of the greatest films of all time. Director Peter Jackson does an outstanding job with staying true to Tolkien's story, while adding some of his own flare to the film. Its visual effects, cinematography, and score are some of the best seen in film, which can be said about the other two films as well. The ending of The Two Towers is one of the most emotionally powerful endings of any film I've seen (which is saying something since I consider myself quite the film expert). The montage with Sam's moving speech to Frodo does the movie justice, and is the perfect ending to the second installation of the trilogy where hope for the defeat of evil in Middle Earth is all but faded. Frodo, stricken with grief and weariness of being the Ring Bearer, asks Sam what they are holding onto, which Sam responds with, and still to this day brings goosebumps and tears to me, "That there's some good in this world Mr. Frodo, and its worth fighting for!" Words we all could live by nowadays.… Expand
  16. csw12
    Mar 26, 2012
    10
    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. The best picture of the year.
  17. ObbiePR18
    Apr 3, 2012
    10
    Entretenida, con efectos especiales del mejor nivel, con un actuaciones sorprendentes y mas accion que la anterior. The Two Towers es simplemente perfecta, visualmente rica y muy bien dirigida por Peter Jackson. Es casi imporsible poder mejorar a The Fellowship of the Ring, pero Two Towers logra no solo ser tan buena, sino hasta mejor que la original.
  18. KathrineK.
    Feb 14, 2003
    10
    The Lord of the Rings was a fabulous book and has now been translated to the big screen. There has never been anything like this before. Sure we've seen fantasy, but how many of those have been nearly as successful as The Lord of the Rings? It is completely unique. The two towers is amazing and the screen play is great. It is packed with action and adventure and a strange yet beautiful romantic scene between Aragorn (Viggo Mortensen) and Arwen (Liv Tyler). The actors are, like in the first one, all wonderfully cast including new arrivals: Miranda Otto (as Eowyn) David Wenham (as Faramir) and Karl Urban (as Eomer). And also there was Andy Serkis who was fabulous as the voice of Gollum. The movie was undoubtedly the most amazing thing I?ve ever seen and will see over and over again! The movie was derived from a difficult and adult text and yet it was portrayed so wonderfully in the movie. It is amazing to see how people who did not read the books before seeing the movie were able to understand it so well, despite its obvious supernatural content. So many things which were explained in the book and couldn?t be so easily depicted on the screen were done successfully. The ideas and mythology behind the movie would have made The Lord of the Rings and demeaning trilogy to film, speaking not only of the actors? physical demands. The music was well set to ever scene, the settings were so beautiful and breathtaking. Edoras, the capital of Rohan, was actually a real set and was captured wonderfully on the screen. Everything was done to the most precise and final detail, everything was made overwhelmingly real. Isengard and the tower of Orthanc, although being models, just captivated the audience. They looked, in every way, genuine. The Two tower?s is a fantastic continuation of The Fellowship of the Ring and the Return of the King will be even better. Anyone who has read the book knows what to expect and, as shown in the movie so far, will be likely to receive nothing less then the best. The Lord of the Rings is simply brilliant, a directing victory for Peter Jackson. … Expand
  19. Anonymous
    Jun 8, 2005
    10
    Think the first lord of the rings with a large, epic battle at the end. Better than the already excellent Fellowship, and it doesn't really feel repetetive. Battle, from small to big, are better than ever, and emotional resonance is not lost. Sean Astin's ending dialogue is something everyone needs to hear; a need to fight on in the face of darkness.
  20. Fishball
    Jan 11, 2003
    10
    Saw it for the third time and i can honestly say this film gets better with every subsequent watching!!...thatz more than i can say for most films these days -_-;;
  21. J.Man
    Jan 2, 2003
    10
    What else can you say at this point? The best of its kind. Truly a wonder.
  22. JerryT.
    Jan 5, 2003
    10
    All i have to say is it blew me away.
  23. JonathanD.
    Feb 19, 2003
    9
    Not quite as good as FOTR, but that's like comparing gold to platinum; you really can't complain either way. An amazing, immersive movie with a HUGE scope, mindblowing special effects, great sound effects/music, and the best battle scenes ever in a movie (Helm's Deep ROCKS!). If you haven't already, go see TTT.
  24. ANewMulroneycakesIsArising,OrSomething
    Feb 8, 2003
    10
    [******Spoilers, as REM said, follow. Sorry******] I would like to invite Ruisert the Mad to take his finger out of his arse. I'm sorry, but he doesn't seem to understand that Jackson wasn't making a beat-for-beat visualisation of the books. That works for Potter because the target audience is young - the books are simple, the films are simple, the audience is satisfied, the job is a good'un. That ain't going to cut the mustard here. What Jackson is making is a MOVIE in its own right. For example: Liv Tyler's involvment, and that of Weaving Hugo and Cate Blanchett, is a neat way of bringing people up to speed with what's going on - the sheer scale of the movie (and make no mistake - Two Towers was just the middle third of a nine-hour movie. People who say it should stand alone as a movie in its own right are talking bollocks on an unprecendented scale) required Towers to stop, children, and fill in a few blanks. Reminding the audience of Arwen - who hadn't been seen since halfway through Fellowship, and won't be seen again for a while - and her predicament, or of Elrond and his eyebrows, is quite sensible. Well, it helped ME. As for the "waste" that was the Edoras set - buh? What is he saying, that he'd rather see them wandering around a mountain pretending there was a town there? Talk sense or not at all. Complete altering of the storyline? Not really. Just a few bits here and there to make it go faster, nothing serious. Instead of Aragorn arseing about in some sparkly caves, they cut through the treacle and had Arwen to the rescue instead. They didn't bother with Dunbarrow because, well, "building the set for Dunbarrow? Why? For 1 or 2 scenes? What a waste." It didn't hurt anyone to put them in Helm's Deep. It is a shame that the "Saruman, your staff is broken" bit was left out, but it's not that subtle, f'crying out loud - imagine watching it in a movie. What's subtle on the page is a clarion call on the screen, precious. They presumably changed Halbabrad and Co into elves cos a) it's easier to explain and b) it doesn't make a sod of difference. As for Usgilliath, think about it: as a soldier, Faramir would have had to take Frodo and Sam to Minas Tirith anyway, as his duty. So he did. The whole "revalation of the Ring" thing was just delayed a little. Oh, and Shelob will appear in Return Of The King - which had far too little of the hobbits in it in the first place, so nyer, that's Tolkien's bad. Departure from the story? Departure from the story? Sod off. It's the same story, more or less, just with a book so massive, you need to compromise to adapt it properly. I suspect that Ruisert's failed to spot the merits of the film because he's clinging to hard to the books. That "notorious" bit with Legolas zooming down something and shooting things, for example. I don't remember that because I was swept up so hard in the atmosphere as a whole. It seems sadly likely that Ruisert was too busy nitpicking to enjoy himself. The film he's describing would probably be twenty hours long, and crap. And that's just the mid-section. This one is three hours long and really, rather ace. If you can see the wood from the trees, that is.… Expand
  25. SteveM.
    Mar 5, 2003
    10
    Unquestionably the best Lord of the Rings yet. I love the first, but this was easily better. It should win best picture, but the academy always picks real duds. This year they'll probably pick the incredibly disappointing, overhyped and lame Chicago.
  26. TihomirB.
    Dec 29, 2002
    10
    Some bad changes but we can live with that.
  27. Dave
    Dec 30, 2002
    10
    I am 48 years old and have read the book at least 10 times. I have NO PROBLEM with the changes! Granted, I was worried when the ring headed to Gondor, but the resolution made Faramir even more noble. Fanghorn/Treeberad was exceptional. Battle scenes exceptional! Theoden ... Moving Shelob to film three.....brilliant decision. Eowyn and Eomer were inspired and Edoras a masterpiece and superb location. Bravo New Zealand! But the masterpeice and centerpiece of the film was Gollum. Jackson and Co. and Andy Serkis imbued him with a humanity that defies description. We are so accustomed to computer characters like Jar Jar Binks that we stand truly amazed when someone takes the technology and uses it in a true performance reality. For all those who say this is just action and battle....you didn't WATCH the film. An all encompassing human and moral epic and an achievement os staggering proportions. When the three films are seen together it will represent one of the masterpieces of film......not JUST fantasy or action films or whatever label you want to attach.....but any genre of film. Thank you Peter Jackson for a thrill and continued surprise and awe! Many thanks to the critics for praising a "fantasy" film. You show true bravery as well! I noticed the film made none of the New York Times critics 10 best lists, proving the public can sometimes be better judges of good and bad.… Expand
  28. FunEddie
    Jan 1, 2003
    10
    I saw the trailers, I visited the website on a regular basis, I read all the hype, by the time the movie arrived I was almost too scared to see it as my expectations were so high - I was expecting to see one of my favourite films of all time. That the film not only lived up to but surpassed my expectations is the greatest tribute I can pay to Peter Jackson and his band of merry men. Roll on Christmas 2003!… Expand
  29. OddMagneGranli
    Jan 13, 2003
    10
    First of all, this movie is fantastic. People say this movie sucks because it isnt like the book. That argument is getting old, and besides that, its useless. I too have read the book, several times, but I found the films to be stronger, since they compress the best parts and melts them together. This is a movie, not a documentary. People and fanatic tolkien fans cry in wraith and anger over the changes and exclusions, but go ahead and sour like an onion. Everyone else enjoys this movie, every night I have been to the movies peoples have laughed of Gimli`s funny comments, we have been impressed by the visuals and overwhelmed by the battles. What Peter Jackson does, is not harming the book, but he has to make some choices of what is staying and what is going. And since this movie isnt just for you "I know it all", but for ordinary peoples, he did the right thing. The result is a trilogy that will be as strong, and even stronger than Star Wars, and until Return of the King, this is my favoritefilm ever, even surpassing Fellowship. Pure perfection of filmmaking.… Expand
  30. raVen
    Dec 8, 2003
    10
    Some people can take base emotions and unversal truths at face value, no matter what the window dressing is. Some can't. Literary-slash-cinema classics like the Wizard of Oz work on two levels, allowing the viewer to either A: enjoy the work as sensual experience, or B: enjoy the work for its broader allegory and implied metaphors. Obviously, in the case of LOTR, some people prefer option C: simply not give a damn and then cynically bash anyone who does. These people should just avoid the middleman altogether and stay home to watch Bill O'Reilly or something. The rest of us are enjoying the hell out of this trilogy.… Expand
  31. JoseV.
    Oct 3, 2003
    10
    Epic! A true fantasy adventure that engages the mind to wonder. Mr. Jackson you have been robbed of your Oscar.
  32. MovieFaninTTTland
    Jan 6, 2003
    10
    I have finally gone and seen the movie. I had read a lot of the reviews before hand and I must admit that I was a little nervous about much. I knew about the film from the reviews that I have read. The film was very good, it moved a lot faster than the first (Which is what you would expect) I was expecting it to be a lot darker than the first from what everyone had posted. But I didn?t think it was at all. Gimili's humour wasn?t over the top and if anything there was only one spot that the audience really cracked up with Gimili. I had no problems with [Spoiler Omitted], it highlighted that even heroes can be vulnerable to injury and it worked in well with other story lines within the movie which I think PJ was trying to achieve. I read one personal review thought that the Ents were very 2D; I didn?t think that at all, they definitely looked very rich in colour and character. I am going to go and see it again as I spent half the movie trying to spot the faults at which point I thought that most people had been too picky just for the sack of being picky. How does the saying go "Tall poppy syndrome". Well done PJ and co-horts it was a fantastic effort.… Expand
  33. PaulM.
    Mar 16, 2003
    10
    I expected an unbelieveably, incredible awesome movie, but instead I got an awesomely entertaining one. Not quite as good as the Fellowship, but is pretty dang close. Is still one of the best movies ever made.
  34. ZoeS.
    Mar 19, 2003
    10
    THIS IS ONE OF THE GREATEST MOVIES OF ALL TIME! i espically loved the battle at helms deep. it was the best 3 hours of my life!
  35. RedHead
    Mar 8, 2003
    10
    THIS WAS AN AWESUM MOVIE! My friend liked it cuzz she thinks striders hot but i prefer elijah =) lol n e ways AWESUM MOVIE!
  36. JonathanS.
    Mar 9, 2003
    10
    An absolutely brilliant movie, perfect acting and great special effects.Not quite as good as the fellowship of the ring though.
  37. MychaelT.
    Apr 14, 2003
    10
    This movie is so off the hook!man it is so better than the 1st movie because it has more action...But the thing is.... Is that I don't know that I don't know when the movie comes out so that I can buy it so I can watch it over and over again.
  38. GiselaR.
    Apr 7, 2003
    10
    I wuz so0o0o0o0o excellent! i saw it 5 times! n legolas wuz so0o0o000o0o sexy 2.lol other than that it wuz awsome*~*
  39. WAKOJAKO
    May 23, 2003
    10
    A film for the ages. The best film of 2002.
  40. ChristyN.
    May 5, 2003
    10
    Fabulous Movie!!
  41. JeffW.
    May 9, 2003
    10
    It was like totally awesome and stuff yo, te he he *kiss kiss*
  42. Hillaryl.
    Jun 28, 2003
    9
    A fantastic movie of the year! love it soooo much!
  43. ErwinK.
    Jun 9, 2003
    9
    Fantastic movie. Battle seens were a bit drawn out, but Gollum was utterly captivating.
  44. Marc
    Aug 29, 2003
    10
    Oh it missed this bit from the book, ooh Shelob was'nt there, As great as the books & Tolkien are Tolkien did'nt make the films Peter Jackson did. His passion for the original text is evident Good on you Pete!!!
  45. Layne
    Aug 30, 2003
    10
    A beautiful, enrapturing epic adventure that remains one of my favorite films.
  46. KeithE.
    Sep 20, 2003
    10
    Ok... If you like the fantasy genre and enjoy a delightful story about the voyage of two hobbits then watch this film. To the people who complain about it being boring have been missing the sheer majesty of this project. Try looking at the beautiful scenes and the inspirational characters, they will capture your attention and take you to a place you have never been before. To the critic who said that this was too violent of a film has obviously never read the classic books either, since the second book is also deeply set in a wartorn world. The battle scenes were phenomenal and the Lord Of The Rings series will quickly become a part of film history.… Expand
  47. EmmuE.
    Sep 9, 2003
    10
    This film is much better than I expected!!!
  48. mattm
    Oct 17, 2004
    10
    It was awsome the action im like the lord of the rings biggest fan and they did pretty good on keeping close to tolkiens ideas the special effects were awsome the action ive read all the books to and seen all the movies so take it from me it is worth the 3 hour line.
  49. BeccaF.
    Apr 13, 2004
    10
    This is in responce to Lance E.'s comments: I noticed that "your many reasons why the movie was overrated" all came down to one thing: the movie was not true to the book. So what? Does that make it less enjoyable? No. Some people, like you, come into the theatre already with ideas in in your head, which isn't a good idea. You should not care that it's true to the book enough to rate one of the best and coolest movies of all time a 5. And while i agree that basing your rating solely on special effects or how cool gollum looked, all of those little reasons add up to why we liked the movie so much. Here are just a few of the "small" reasons why this movie rocked: the special effects, the beautiful scenery, the great acting, the plot, how hard it must have been to turn this into 3 hours, the way that gollum, the orcs, and the ents looked, and much, much more.… Expand
  50. MattL.
    Jan 28, 2005
    10
    The best movie trilogy. TTT is the 2nd installment and most dark, harrowing, and dreary of the coming events. Starts the war of men vs. evil.
  51. [Anonymous]
    Dec 18, 2002
    10
    I can understand why C.busse's friends that read the book might have been disappointed but the people i went with that have read the book as well were still impressed with the film. After a year long wait, here we have LoTR:TT in all its glory. The movie, though ~long~, remains captivating throughout. If director Jackson had squeezed every last subplot from the book into the movie most people would have gotten bored with it but he does a superb job in presenting it regardless. I thought this film showed a lot more emotion from Legolas Gimli and Aragorn and how the 3 have bonded to form a nice little trio. And the final battle scene, you won't believe it it's so amazing. This movie is a very nice continuation of the epic Lord of the Rings. … Expand
  52. DildoF.
    Dec 18, 2002
    9
    I loved this movie, but there are some little things that bothered me. Whatever, its a masterpiece ! One of the best movie i ever saw.
  53. Neville
    Dec 18, 2002
    10
    It's better than sex! (whatever that is)
  54. ArtyinusaLovesMacs
    Dec 19, 2002
    10
    Awesome movie. Gollum and the Battle scenes rock! Going to see this again, shortly.. 12/18/02
  55. AsenB.
    Dec 20, 2002
    10
    For a long time after I went out of the theater I couldn't believe that a movie can be so beautiful. I LOVE IT!
  56. Cory
    Dec 21, 2002
    10
    I've read this series over and over again, and no, this is not a perfect adaptation. So what? Certain changes are better, and before i get tied at the stake for this, think of the Theoden/Wormtoungue deal. Possesed works better than just duped for me. Anyway, this film is pure genius. Better than the first, with more human villains.... Gollum steals the whole show as the tortured soul he is. Simply amazing.… Expand
  57. KarlD.
    Dec 20, 2002
    10
    The best movie you'll ever see this year, and the best one till The Return of the King will be released. The Hellm's deep battle is just astonisghing. The visuals are impressive in every part of the film, and Gollum is just great and really merits something big this movie. 3 hours of pure magic, an epic of such a great scale that you'll never see a movie like this one in your life. EXCELLENT!… Expand
  58. JackD.
    Dec 22, 2002
    10
    Epic and breathtaking, full of wonders and exciting scenes... loved it!
  59. DexterS.
    Dec 30, 2002
    10
    Wonderful war scenes, good action, nice effects... Well, perfect!
  60. BrianH.
    Oct 10, 2003
    10
    It could hardly get any better.
  61. SephirothDarkheart
    Apr 15, 2003
    10
    This was the best movie of all time...the actors were all hot and it did sway away from the books but it was way----better than the first one and i cant wait to see the third.
  62. TylerS.
    May 30, 2003
    10
    This movie is a awesome display of how directors can enchant a whole audience with their creation, the creativity of this masterpiece shines through with the great actors that portrait the ledgendary tale.
  63. ChristopherJ.
    Mar 20, 2007
    9
    Great external and internal conflict! This is the best of the trilogy. Gollum is the best computer-generated character in cinema up to this point. I think the extended version it too long, though.
  64. AndrewC.
    Dec 19, 2002
    10
    The best movie I've ever seen, i thought fellowship was not gonna be able to be beaten, well i must say that in the acting it wasn't, it was equal, but most of the two towers easily surpasses fellowship, some of the stuff i saw sent me into tears, just at how good it was, my only small gripes were some editing during the helms deep battle, i just didn't feel they integrated the ents / helms deep completely perfect and the changes to farmir, were they absolutely necesary? in the book he was portrayed as a better human than he is in ttt but still, it doesnt prevent me from giving this a 10 =.… Expand
  65. KurtV.
    Dec 20, 2002
    10
    What a Visual feast! Admittedly Fellowship was a little better at emotional connection with the characters but in this epic adaptation of the 2nd book of the trilogy, it is so easy to have the size and scope of it all overwhelm the individual players. But this is exactly the point. This is war. This is life or death, undertones and inner motivations are no longer relevant not when there are 10,000 effin orcs beating down your door! Yes, know the elves should NOT have been at Helm?s deep and the Hurons should have been (and why did Haldir say greetings from Elrond and not Galadriel, he was a Lorien elf after all.) Quickbeam and Grishnak had the same agent as Bombadil and Glorfindal etc. etc. blah, blah blah. I am as huge a fan of the novels as any, however I find it difficult to understand those who cry foul with such veracity in regards to any alteration as if PJ is destroying Tolkien?s vision of ME when, in fact he is bringing so many more to this world than ever before. They will come, they will see the film, some will then read the source materiel and hopefully the differences between the two will be small enough to keep the virgin reader yet large enough to allow him/her to construct there OWN minds eye view of Tolkien?s world. The CGI Gollum in TTT was exactly what Ian Mckellen was in FotR, the actual character plucked straight from middle earth. God, they NAILED him Great job WETA! .... PJ, you barefooted little Kiwi, you did it again! Thanks!!!! … Expand
  66. LindaR.
    Dec 20, 2002
    10
    This movie is GREAT!!!
  67. RyanF.
    Dec 25, 2002
    10
    Two Towers is the second book of the famous trilogy of J.R.R. Tolkien that depicted a new world called Middle Earth. It continues the journey of the little hobbit Frodo Baggins to Mordor to destroy the ring of power. If you were touched by the first installment, The Fellowship of the Ring, you would be taken aback by this installment. This installment has a rougher and colder take as Peter Jackson, the director, explored the dynamics of the characters involved in the novel. The effects used in the film are deemed flawless and extraordinary that it would usually keep you at the edge of your seat. A little caution to those who hoped that Peter Jackson would stay loyal to the novel because he didn?t. There were a lot of differenced in the film compared to the book but I reckon that Peter Jackson did justice to it. The changes that he made are forgivable if you look at the magnificence and splendor of the final product that he has created. It lasted for nearly 3 hours but it seemed that it was not enough because once the film ends, you?ll surely yearn for more. The next installment, Return of the King, will be out next December. … Expand
  68. DouglasH.
    Dec 20, 2002
    10
    If you want the movie to be precisely like the book. Read the book!!! This movie is a work of art of its own.
  69. DarrenS.
    Dec 30, 2002
    10
    Amazing ... Simply amazing ...
  70. KwanL.
    Jan 11, 2003
    9
    An excellent film. It was essentially an image of the book ( meaning it translated well from the book) with spectacular battle sequences.
  71. ChrisM.
    Jun 19, 2004
    9
    The Two Towers is one of the best movies I have seen. The characters are believable and performed solidly. There is a character for everyone to relate to in some way or another. The movie is one great masterpiece not only for those reason but for the compelling tale of the ring and it's dark power. Add to this the amazing scenery and entertaining action sequences and you have an all round brilliant film.… Expand
  72. NChatana
    Jan 10, 2005
    10
    Ilze S. If you don
  73. JamesM
    Dec 20, 2005
    9
    Not as good as the first, but nothing short of magical nonetheless.
  74. BengerH.
    Oct 1, 2003
    10
    This had to be the best movie ever made, ithad everything a great move needs like action, comedy, suspense, and heart-renching. The story grabs ur soul and makes the movie real to u. In my opinion the battle of Helms Deep was the best because it was exiting and u did not expect or no what was going to happen next. I can't wait until the next movie comes out. If u haven't seen this or the fellowship of the rings, u dont no good movies. Don't miss the lord of the rings: the return of the king coming out soon!!!… Expand
  75. MikkoR.
    Jan 11, 2003
    10
    Hur många har sett det här film? Jag tror att många bara säger utan att de har sett filmen....
  76. IanT.
    Jan 12, 2003
    10
    Absolutely brilliant! Sticks closer to the storyline than any book adaptation I've ever seen, with just a few unimportant changes here and there that are, to my mind, totally justified. Anybody that has read and loved the book will love the movie, anybody that has not will still love the movie.
  77. Allison
    Jan 12, 2003
    10
    I loved the movie, even though it trailed off from the book. I've seen it three times and i plan on more!!
  78. Corey
    Nov 28, 2003
    10
    Two words. Holy Cow!!!!! Is it me or is this movie unbelievable? Mr.Jackson you my friend are a genius. Thank you for this movie. I feel like my life has meaning now. Mr.Jackson my friend you complete me. Thank you.
  79. AmandaS.
    Jan 14, 2003
    10
    The movie in its entirety, was an excellent display of craftsmanship to the world of cinema. The Two Towers, was just as breathtaking if not more so than the first film, a must see for veiwers of many ages!
  80. DanielL.
    Oct 15, 2003
    10
    Lord Of The Rings is a brilliant trilogy that's got me hooked.My friends hate it. An outstanding addon with more action is more than enough to allow me to get 10 dollars out of my pocket to see it again. My favorite series yet. Can't wait until Return Of The King. aragorn's my favorite character because he did that helm's Deep battle like a lord. He's my absolute favorite. Two towers was great.… Expand
  81. MikeM.
    Jan 2, 2003
    9
    This movie should not disappoint. The battle scenes will keep you in your seat and it's a lighter movie than the first movie. Gollum was great. Good movies are always slightly different than the books; that's the nature of the game. Fellowship of the ring was good, The Two Towers was great and I can't wait until the Return of the King.
  82. Nova
    Jan 2, 2003
    10
    Simply put, among the top 3 films I have ever had the pleasure of viewing. By assigning it a 10, I do not mean to imply it is flawless - no film is. Much has been made of alterations from Tolkien's tome (Faramir's reluctance seems chief among the offences). While I would have preferred more authenticity here and other portions (LotR is my favorite fiction and better than the films), it does not diminish the wonders and tremendous impact of these epic themes. Reviewers that nitpick on one hand, while extolling the greatness of it on the other, finally arriving at a low score due to minor issues is a pet-peeve of mine. Do not punish what might be minor flaws by ignoring numerous positive elements. It is a breathtaking spectacle with exceptional performances and battle sequences beyond anything preceding it. Who could have handled such a challenging translation with such alacrity other than Jackson? Few come to mind. These will be regarded as classics for the ages, much as the original Star Wars trilogy is esteemed now. A great achievement in the history of cinema.… Expand
  83. Sungirl
    Jan 3, 2003
    10
    Okay so far I have seen this movie 2 times ^___^ AND I LOVE IT!!!!! The second time I threw up in the theatre bathroom (food poison) and I was lying sick in the seat. This is what I said at the end opf the movie; "More! More!" ~Sungirl P.S. All the people who are saying that it's not great are book foofs! (Yes I am aware that is not a real word!)
  84. MargaretP.
    Jan 4, 2003
    10
    Just plain amazing! The best movie of the year.
  85. SarahK.
    Feb 27, 2003
    10
    I really enjoyed this movie. There was lots of action and the computer animation was very impressive. I was entertained throughout the whole movie. Each character was played really well. I would recommend this movie to everyone because it was very well done and a lot of thought was put into it. It was well worth its money!
  86. MattE.
    Feb 8, 2003
    9
    great movie. but just barely not as good as the first one i think. and i mean razor width. just barely. like .00000000001 of a milimeter.
  87. K-9
    Mar 26, 2003
    10
    This was the best movie since the first one, which was stunning how good it was!
  88. Cally
    Apr 10, 2003
    10
    While I was disappointed with a few scenes, namely Faramir's. It was the best movie in a long while.
  89. LisaV.
    Apr 13, 2003
    10
    I rate this movie is a ten.
  90. DdOE
    Apr 16, 2003
    10
    Extrodinary.
  91. AndrewK.
    May 16, 2003
    10
    ... GAAAA!@!! Best movie ever!
  92. AndyW.
    Jun 28, 2003
    10
    Anybody that says the battle scenes were too long or drawn out are obviously people who haven't read the books. And be ready for the last installment: it's mostly all a desperate struggle against thousands of Orcs.
  93. ScottL.
    Jun 30, 2003
    10
    THIS MOVIE FREAKING ROCKS. GOOD ACTION,GREAT STORY, AND GOOD SOME HUMOR..Plus probably the best CGI character so far in movies.
  94. KeruS.
    Jun 6, 2003
    10
    Sweet...or for those other readers...Kick ***
  95. EllaB.
    Jun 7, 2003
    10
    Best movie ever...not including the fellowship, of course.
  96. ConstanceM.
    Jul 10, 2003
    10
    At long last, a series of artisic, epic and memorable films that have a scale, grandeur and score in league with Wagner's Operas and John Ford's storytelling. Rich, detailed visuals and locations that are lived in; not disneyesque, cg, or matte paintings. These films remind one of how truly beautiful the real world is. (I hope they never build a golf course on the plains of New Zealand!) Excellent acting, (including the physical work) from a top level cast. Most actors wish they could be as good as Golum, a character that takes cg w/live action past cartoons. This was a big suprise because I Hate cg characters as a rule and "cute" cg characters with a passion (ugh... Harry Potter flashbacks). The Epic battles and tender moments of quiet are all fully formed and detailed. And the best part is: Everyone can enjoy it! Young and old, dork and non-dork alike, again and again. Truly, with the LOTR film has finally become what it once was and not just the "big tv" w/ crap and video game tie-ins. Hail Peter Jackson, rightful inheritor of the modern day cinematic fable. … Expand
  97. KellyJ.
    Aug 25, 2003
    10
    Exciting--better than the first one. it inspired me to read the books myself, and now i cant put them down!
  98. Beagledog
    Aug 26, 2003
    10
    for all those stupid "professional critics" who complain about the movie being a been there done that disappointment, all I have to say is that this is not another movie, rather a continuation of the a story too long to be told in one sitting. I have read LOTR 4 times before seeing the films and yes I have noticed the changes and liberties taken here and there, but never the less this film as well as the first part was nothing short of astounding. as far as tolkiens story translating into film i doubt highly we will ever see in our lifetime a better rendition of the story on film. there will always be people who complain. make no mistake if you dont enjoy these films thus far your time would be better served doing something other than watching movies. … Expand
  99. DevonN.
    Aug 28, 2003
    10
    Awesome DVD! Plenty of features, and a great movie.
  100. Reyne
    Sep 19, 2003
    10
    Two Towers, though not as good as the first, is still an awesome piece of movie magic that grabs you and dumps you right smack bang in the centre of Middle Earth. Peter Jackson is the man, a man that all Kiwi's should be and are proud of! The visual scope of the man is astounding, the film was beautiful, deep, dark and the final battle was awesome. Can't wait for the last installment!!
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Metascore
88 out of 100

Universal acclaim - based on 38 Critics

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 37 out of 38
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 38
  3. Negative: 0 out of 38
  1. Austin Chronicle
    Reviewed by: Marc Savlov
    89
    God forbid this should ever play on an IMAX screen -- the concussive soundtrack and relentless visuals would likely strike viewers deaf and blind (but what a way to go!). Simply breathtaking.
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  2. Boston Globe
    Reviewed by: Ty Burr
    100
    The miracle is that 'The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers is better: tighter, smarter, funnier.
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  3. Chicago Sun-Times
    Reviewed by: Roger Ebert
    75
    A rousing adventure, a skillful marriage of special effects and computer animation, and it contains sequences of breathtaking beauty. It also gives us, in a character named the Gollum, one of the most engaging and convincing CGI creatures I've seen.
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