Arguably the greatest movie trilogy in the history of cinema. I've seen this movie a dozen times and was still trying to hold back tears in every scene you did.

@braydenbaumann4398

Жыл бұрын

*inarguably. No movie makes people feel the dread, sacrifice, and brotherhood the way this trilogy does. Everything about it is perfect, and it's almost depressing to me that, potentially, nothing will ever surpass it.

@gutzimmumdo4910

Жыл бұрын

"arguably" ? lmao...

@petemiller2920

Жыл бұрын

There’s something magical about these movies, isn’t there?

@stefsolari

Жыл бұрын

These movies are something else. Incredibleeeee I’m so excited!

@custardflan

Жыл бұрын

Anyone who argues it is not, .... well, I would have a very low opinion of.

Inside bit: When Galadriel says to Aragorn that she has no gift greater than the one he already bears, she's referring to Arwen, who is her granddaughter.

@Cee_H

Жыл бұрын

Arwen gave Strider/Aragorn the necklace back in Rivendell

@Makkaru112

Жыл бұрын

@@Cee_H then she gave it back to him. But alas; the necklace was invented by WETA so it’s moot anyway. 😂❤️

@Cee_H

Жыл бұрын

@@Makkaru112 for Stef who has not read the books, the line no gift greater than the one he ALREADY BEARS, is in relation to the necklace. I was just simply making a clearer point of reference for someone who has not read the books and may not be so familiar with all the names yet.

@TheMinarus

Жыл бұрын

Lines of elves get confusing but trying to verify independently what you said to the best of my ability....Arwen is not Galadriel's granddaughter....Galadriel is Elrond's distant cousin though the line of Fingolfin and Finarfin who were brothers and were respectively ancestors of Elrond and Galadriel...She would not be Galadriel's granddaughter to my knowledge

@BobBlumenfeld

Жыл бұрын

@@TheMinarus Arwen's mother, Celebrían, was Galadriel's daughter. And as Aragorn says in the book (though I don't think in the movie and am too busy right now to put the DVD in and check), "'Lady, you know all my desire, and long held in keeping the only treasure that I seek. Yet it is not yours to give me, even if you would; and only through darkness shall I come to it."

Why does Frodo get stabbed so much? Remember before they went into the Mines of Moria Gandalf warned him that "Evil will be drawn to you by the Ring"? That was why the Watcher in the Water went for Frodo rather than anyone else.

@stefsolari

Жыл бұрын

Completely forgot throughout the movie, I appreciate it!!

Reactors really are the most amazing creatures. You can learn everything of their ways over a few movies but they always surprise you when they watch the Lord of the Rings Trilogy.

@mikelarsen5836

Жыл бұрын

We learn how many fail to understand because reading the books appears to beyond their intellect.

@CrankyGrandma

Жыл бұрын

😄 great comment (yes I get it)

@stefsolari

Жыл бұрын

@@mikelarsen5836agreed. We learn how many fail to understand because after reading the books and watching the movies, it appears that Gandalf’s phrase in The Fellowship of the Ring is beyond others intellect as well

@stefsolari

Жыл бұрын

🥹

@jeremyking9108

Жыл бұрын

This comment was amazing. Full out loud laughter.

I'm always glad when people are sad about Boromir's death. The movies don't reveal it as well but he was a great man. Tolkien (the author) wanted to show that even the best of the best could be corrupted by the Ring. His death and thinking he failed is a true tragedy. Great reaction! You gained a new subscriber!

@0okamino

Жыл бұрын

Yes! Boromir’s dedication and determination was great. There should be no doubt in that. Unfortunately, the other side of that coin is desperation, which can be very prone to manipulative forces. It’s a tragedy far older than Boromir, but certainly no less meaningful in his story.

@karenhall4645

Жыл бұрын

After he is shot a second time you can see him looking at Merry and Pippin and that's what keeps him going. He knew he was wrong and redeemed himself at the end, even accepting Aragorn as his king.

I've noticed a number of reactors, yourself included, who have asked why Boromir stopped Frodo from trying to help Gandalf at the bridge in Moria. You might notice this when you watch the movie again or during editing, but there are a couple shots that show that the rest of the Fellowship are actually pretty far away from Gandalf. None of them could have reached Gandalf in time. Also, there are Orcs on the other side that start firing arrows at the Fellowship. You can see some of the arrows just miss Aragorn and hit the wall when he finally follows the others out. Anyone who ran towards the bridge would have been killed by the Orcs.

@Wirmish

Жыл бұрын

Exactly.

@FrenchieQc

Жыл бұрын

To add to that, that bridge had no supports beneath it, and now half of it was missing, so it was likely to just collapse under added weight should anyone run to help Gandalf.

@ayporos6049

Жыл бұрын

@@FrenchieQc I always think this is the main reason

@artbagley1406

Жыл бұрын

Also, Frodo was assigned to destroy The One Ring. He was a very important member of The Fellowship. Frodo could not endanger himself trying to rescue Gandalf at the bridge.

@carlosrodriguezb

Жыл бұрын

I also believe that no mortal being can stand the strength of a Balrog.

Best trilogy of all time. Every single movie is pure gold in every aspect and all your questions will get answered.

@stefsolari

Жыл бұрын

I've notice in due time, they are answered which I think is fantastic knowing how much information is centered in this movie!

@HH-hd7nd

Жыл бұрын

@@stefsolari After watching the trilogy I strongly recommend to read the original novels.

@ayethein7681

Жыл бұрын

Any who watch must keep many tissues by them.

@Mcvthree3

Жыл бұрын

Just out of curiosity, are there ANY other great trilogies?

@Mcvthree3

Жыл бұрын

Just out of curiosity, are there ANY other great trilogies?

the change in boromir's character is probably the most emotional one of them all to me, how he gives his belief in aragorn as his last words.

One small detail that's amazing in my opinion: in the scene after Sam and Frodo are across the river, where Aragorn is talking to Gimli and Legolas about going to rescue Merry and Pippin you see Aragorn putting on a pair of vambraces. Those vambraces he took from the body of Boromir to remember him and honor him. In a small way Boromir is still helping after death. (Edit: corrected spelling)

@im-gi2pg

Жыл бұрын

Vambracer. 🤔🤔🤔

@Valerik01

Жыл бұрын

@@im-gi2pg vambraces, my bad. Lol

@captainboromir6958

Жыл бұрын

I believe I heard that was Viggo's idea for that reason.

@AndreLuis-gw5ox

11 ай бұрын

Dude legit looted Boromir for his items to get a stat boost

@leviminnis1286

11 ай бұрын

😆@@AndreLuis-gw5ox

3:19 Fun fact, when you listen to the lyrics of the song that plays softly as Boromir holds the ring, it translates from Quenya into English as: The strength, the weapon The needs of the valiant Be the Ring, your weapon The strength, the weapon Go to victory... The tree is bare, the fountain still Where are you going, Boromir? We hear...your call Where are you... A little detail that is impossible to know on first viewing, and yet just the sound of it fits Boromir's temptation anyway.

You’re shedding tears at parts that touch a true LOTR fan, can’t wait for the rest of the reactions! Glad you’re getting to experience why we all love these movies so much!

@Terrible_fate

Жыл бұрын

I've watched countless reactions to LOTR and it feels like people that actually do enjoy the movies are few and far between. A lot of people seem to "react" to LOTR simply for the views (and the possibility for more subs). Crying at the parts a true LOTR fan would is indicative whether or not one should keep watching the follow-up reactions to The Two Towers and Return of the King. I will definitively watch the other reactions as Stef Solari actually seemed to like the movies.

As heartbreaking as it is, no one could’ve helped Gandalf against a Balrog. Gandalf said “this foe is beyond any of you” he made his final stand to buy them time and even though I don’t think he expected it he was ready to lay down his life. He gave Aragorn the duty of leading them which is why Aragorn didn’t want to listen at first but he had to get everyone away from the arrows and no one could risk letting Frodo go and risk him dying as well.

@Zacheize

Жыл бұрын

Interesting logic and makes sense for the movie In the book, Aragorn and Boromir ran back to help fight the Balrog but couldn't get there in time

@newton617

Жыл бұрын

@@Zacheize true I was just explaining what I believe Peter Jackson’s take on it was because I doubt even if they did make it they could’ve done anything

@hoon_sol

Жыл бұрын

@@Zacheize: And Gandalf never grabbed the ledge either, just reached for it as he fell.

@VergilArcanis

Жыл бұрын

not to mention that balrog in particular was evenly matched against gandalf. Durin's Bane was wielder of shadow and flame, Gandalf wielded the flame of Anor, which is the Sun. literally a fire vs fire battle. you'll learn more as you watch the rest of the series

@Melanrick

Жыл бұрын

@@VergilArcanis Yeah and the ring that Gandalf had, which is one of fire, was probably what gave him that edge of being able to wield the flame of Anor, which without it im quite sure the Balrog was going to have a huge edge on that.

This might be my favorite Fellowship reaction yet. I really appreciate the sincere emotions, questions, and empathy with the characters.

@artbagley1406

Жыл бұрын

The Fellowship spends much time introducing viewers/reactors to the people, races, places, history, and things in Tolkien's Middle Earth world. The second and third parts have their new concepts, etc., but Peter J and his screenwriting teams give, in the first movie and throughout the others, just enough clues and lore to keep from overwhelming 1st timers. The remaining 2 films get easier to "absorb."

@Dash277

Жыл бұрын

@@artbagley1406 Yes absolutely. Fellowship does an amazing job of staying true to the heart and soul of the books, while making it easy to get into for people new to the material. It's not word for word, he omits and adds here and there, but the main themes are unmistakable.

You’re in for a wild ride! I’ve watched this trilogy dozens of times and it never fails that I tear up. Best character development in film hands down. It only gets better.

@hewiex

Жыл бұрын

You sir - are correct! 😁

@actionalex3611

Жыл бұрын

@@hewiex She wasn´t ready lol

@stefsolari

Жыл бұрын

Im excited!!! The story is incredible so far I can’t imagine what’s next

@Makkaru112

Жыл бұрын

@@stefsolari any thoughts and questions so far? Either about the movie, the actors, the Author himself? ❤️

@ThePharaz

Жыл бұрын

@@stefsolari When you finish this trilogy there is the prequel The Hobbit trilogy. If you like the actor that played Samwise you can see him when he was young in the movie The Goonies (1985) an amusing fantasy-like adventure with some kids.

I love seeing the reactions of people experiencing this for the first time! You are gonna love how this journey unfolds going forward. LOTR is one of the best trilogies out there

Do NOT try to hold your emotions. It shows you are truly invested in the story/characters...and that's one of the great things about the movies. Thank you FOR the emotion. I tear up at the same parts EVERY SINGLE TIME (I watch this at least once a year). So...I was crying with you (and I'm 61 years old). You see the strength of character in Aragorn and Sam in particular. Also how Boromir rose above his failure and gave his life protecting Merry/Pippen. J.R.R. Tolkien was a devout Catholic so he would be well aware of the scripture "greater love hath no man than to lay down his life for his friends". Boromir is a flawed human, but rises to the occasion when required. No Spoilers...but you'll see a LOT more of Gollum in the 2nd movie, The Two Towers. You did great!

When you rewatch this movie, pay attention to the imagery of Boromir’s death scene. The human capacity for redemption is a massive theme in these films, and it’s firing on all cylinders during this scene. When he betrays Frodo, a statue can be seen in the background. The statue is larger than life, proud to the point of hubris, but lying broken on the ground; a representation of Gondor in its current state, and perhaps of Boromir’s state of mind. Later on, however, as he redeems himself, he can be seen surrounded by much more humble statues, but statues that still stand, looking down on him almost approvingly, as if welcoming a true son home. The imagery, music, acting, costumes and cinematography combine to make this one of the best death scenes in all of cinema in my view, if not the best.

yo, her little cries are so adorable 🥺

My dear girl, you've earned another subscriber! You have become so emotionally immersed in this tale, and you have embarked on the most incredible journey. I am glad I am taking this journey again with you! EDIT: Drop a few questions, Tolkien fans love NOTHING better than to share the lore with you!

@DraconimLt

Жыл бұрын

and the trivia, lol. Did you know that when Viggo/Aragorn kicked that helmet...😁

Gandalf's death is portrayed a little different than in the book. In the book the fellowship does rush to save him but he falls and just as he does so he calls out to them to flee or face death. "Fly you fools!" he cried out as he fell. For the movie the scene is portrayed a little different in order to highlight the character's emotions because... you know...actors. From what I understand Ian McClellan had some influence in how that scene was edited.

Boromir's death is one of the best scenes in the history of cinematography

Don't hide your emotions!! We're all crying along with you. It gives us a chance to experience a little bit of what it's like to see these works of art for the first time, again. There are moments in this trilogy where I cry no matter how many times I see it. I hope you fall in love with this story like we did. 😭

“Okay… gotta stuff these emotions back in!” I’m sure I speak for everyone when I say; please don’t. Your emotions are beautiful to see, and these films earn every tear.

Galadriel Giving Gimli 3 hairs was what cemented Legolas blossoming friendship with Gimli. Galadriel was sought after by one of the most revered and Powerful elves way back when, and he asked her for 3 of her hairs so he may craft something of exquisite beauty with them. But Galadriel saw his heart was not pure. Legolas would know this tale and knows that by giving Gimli her hair he had a pure heart.

So true and honest reaction, thank you! “I will not say: do not weep; for not all tears are an evil.” ― J.R.R. Tolkien, The Return of the King

Love, love, love this reaction! It only gets better and better! Glad you picked up on the sound queues surrounding the ring...and honestly the entire movie. Best score ever created in this trilogy!

Cool part that Jackson included from the books that no one would understand unless they know deeper details is what Gandalf says to the Balrog. "I am a servant of the Secret Fire, wielder of the flame of Anor. You cannot pass! The dark fire will not avail you, flame of Udûn." That's such an amazing moment because Gandalf and the Balrog are basically the same level of being, though the Balrog was twisted by evil and Gandalf is under strict orders not to reveal what he truly is. When Gandalf confronts the Balrog, he basically breaks the rules placed on him and announces who and what he really is, followed by a declaration that he knows exactly who and what the Balrog is. That is freaking badass. He's basically saying, "I am a Maia and I know you are a twisted Maia. You have met your match here at this bridge, so turn back or it's about to go down."

I’ll be with you during this whole journey and through other films and other things too if you decide to expand your channel further. Wonderful soul you are ❤ Thanks for so many likes ❤️❤️❤️

@stefsolari

Жыл бұрын

Thank you for being here!! I appreciate you ♥️

@Makkaru112

Жыл бұрын

@@stefsolari could you check out my comments below your part1 video?

@Makkaru112

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for so many likes

Lovely reaction, it's fine to get emotional if you get the message of this story, I hope you enjoy the trilogy. 😁

I LOVED YOUR REACTION! Not too many ppl or reactors i've seen, show this much emotion as I have watching these movies. I cry EVERY.TIME watching it.

Never be ashamed of having empathy and feelings it means you have a good soul a kind gentle spirit… have plenty of tissues ready for the next two movies 🙏❤️🙏

Things I really like, The honest look of hurt in Borimiers eyes when he says "Why do you recoil I am no theif." He falls to weakness but he does care for frodo and the fellowship

When Gandalf fell, they were being shot at by arrows and Frodo's life as ringbearer, took priority. I do think someone should have tried to help Gandalf, but it absolutely must not have been Frodo.

@user-eb6vq1lv6l

Жыл бұрын

The balrog had his whip tied to gandalfs ankle. They couldn't have helped even if they tried. Just a matter of time

@SliderFury1

Жыл бұрын

​@@user-eb6vq1lv6l no, the whip came off after it pulled him. Still, Gandalf decided to let go withing like less than 10 seconds, they wouldn't have reached him in time.

@morothane

Жыл бұрын

The One god of Tolkien’s legendarium, called Eru Iluvatar, who held the Flame Imperishable of all creation, also called the Secret Fire to which Gandalf declares his loyalty and service. Gandalf had an idea of what the Balrog actually was, but he didn’t truly know until his standoff. The Balrog is the same type of being as Gandalf, an angelic spirit called an Ainur, who sung with Eru to create the universe. Though Gandalf and the other wizards were restricted in power and form as they were sent to help the Free Peoples, the Balrog has been dormant since an earlier age, twisted by the First Dark Lord, Morgoth. Gandalf knows during his duel that he MUST prevent the Balrog from leaving Moria, as even it’s presence would invoke absolute fear in all while wielding fire and shadow. So even if the Fellowship could help him, Gandalf knew he had to follow and detain the Balrog, even if it meant his death.

@user-eb6vq1lv6l

Жыл бұрын

@@SliderFury1 oh yh, ur right

@goldenageofdinosaurs7192

Жыл бұрын

I also think that it wasn’t shown well, but they had gotten pretty far away, probably a hundred yards or more. They would’ve had to run for around 15-20 seconds, under fire, just to get to him. Plus, the bridge had been heavily damaged by Gandalf’s magic & could collapse at any time.

The LOTR series were my favorite movies growing up; this one being my personal favorite of the 3. I've rewatched the series dozens of times and still learn more every time I do. Glad you are finally getting to experience the adventure that is LOTR!! It's amazing how well these movies still hold up!

the real emotion is so sincere. she deserves to have all these views and likes.

The lament for Gandalf, the music that plays after he falls, is so beautiful. It never fails to make me cry. Frodo’s scream is so haunting as well. By the way: The reason they wouldn’t let Frodo run out to help him was because the bridge itself was no longer safe. The whole thing could be hanging by a thread. It’s so great to see how emotional you’re getting with this film. I’ve see these films a hundred times and I still cry in all the same places you do. Your reaction is quickly becoming the best LORT reaction on KZread. Keep it up 👍 Also, feel free to ask me any questions you have. I love this stuff and would love to help you

@Makkaru112

Жыл бұрын

I recently just posted more about it actually. More deeply. Check it out!

@Makkaru112

Жыл бұрын

Or I can post it here ❤️

@philipglenn7995

Жыл бұрын

Just to add, it wasn't just that the bridge wasn't safe, the Orcs were also still there firing arrows at them.

@Kavala76

Жыл бұрын

Gandalf's lament is the best music in the entire trilogy IMO.

@PickledShark

Жыл бұрын

@@Kavala76 man, you’re not wrong. Though there are a lot of great pieces of music in these films.

Your emotional connection with the characters is charming to watch, and also completely relatable. The other couple films are going to be a doozy, emotionally speaking, so, um, be ready. As others have said...I find it hard not to at least tear up during certain scenes. Great job!

@artbagley1406

Жыл бұрын

Don't forget to invest in a couple boxes of facial tissues, Stef; you'll need them through the other two films in this series!

New subscriber... LOTR is one of the greatest movie series ever. Glad to see you're doing the extended editions, which offer more explanations & are closer to the books. Would love to see you react to the Band of Brothers series!

@stefsolari

Жыл бұрын

Thank you!! I’m super excited and extra nervous. I tend to indulge myself in everything I watch so my emotions sometimes take a toll and I’ve heard this series is amazing, and it’s incredible so far. Thank you for being here! ♥️

"All we have to decide is what to do with the time that is given to us" So true. So relevant today.

Just two reaction videos on ONE movie have more views in one week than all of her other reaction videos combined. I am looking forward to seeing Stef's reaction videos on the rest of the Lord of the Rings movies.

So glad you are enjoying this. Awesome reaction! Just because you mentioned it (in reverse) the Lord of the Rings has influenced tons and tons of fantasy that came after it. This is no slight on Harry Potter (which I also love) but remember LOTR came first. Dumbledore was modeled after Gandalf, the dementors after the Ring Wraiths, the horcruxes after the One Ring, and so on. The idea of elves as people that live in the woods and are expert archers or dwarves as grumpy people living in the mountains digging for treasure was solidified by Tolkien. He took inspiration from ancient mythology but his take on fantasy became the standard for decades.

This trilogy depictures the meaning of friendship, love, courage, bravery, loyalty and hope in such an amazing way, it never gets old. That‘s probably why its the goat trilogy. Great reaction from you. Hope you will enjoy the other two movies as much!

The timing of Frodo getting stabbed and the red lighting at 11:33 *chef’s kiss*

Just a little bit of explanation on Galafirel telling Aragorn she has nothing greater to give than that which he already bears. Galadriel and Celebiorn are Arwen grandparents(Stern's mother who is not in the film was their daughter).

Love your commentary! Can’t wait for you to watch the rest of the trilogy. Your take was honestly one of the best most genuine LotR reactions I’ve ever seen! This story has some of the most satisfying character arcs/development in all of film history. You’re gonna love it.

Such a sincere reaction! All of us give you one collective big HUG because we've shed tears for these beloved characters as l. Just be sure to have tissues handy for the rest of the trilogy 🥲

'im gonna have to rewatch this'. Exactly. Because there are many many things that are hints and foreshadowings that are very subtle in this movie

I was 8 years old when I watched this in theaters, and that scene with the troll peaking it's head around the pillar scared the living shit out of me, so much that I had to sit on my mom's lap for the remainder of the movie. Something my brothers never cease to remind me of, even to this day. But it was really one of those movies that EVERYONE watched, and I remember everyone was playing Aragorn or Legolas on the playground.

I’m always so happy to see someone new react to these movies. They are really amazing movies that mean alot to so many people. I’m very pleased to see you enjoying them and I can’t wait to watch your reactions to the others!

Lord of the Rings will get me every time. I've read the books every Christmas time since my parents gave me them for Christmas in 1965 and seen the movies many times. Just like Tolkien never wanted the books to be published as a trilogy, it is best to think of the three movies as one movie with intermissions. Most of your questions will be answered before the end. EDIT: Enjoyed seeing the dog playing in the background.

There are so many tidbits you may not know. For example Galadriel (blonde elf lady) is the grandmother of Arwen (Aragorn’s love interest aka Liv Tyler). That’s why she says I cannot give you any gift, basically Aragorn already has the heart of her granddaughter.

this is my favorite movie ever. Seeing you go through all of the emotions was really refreshing and brought all of the original emotion back for me. There's still emotion years later after the 30 or 40th time watching, so I'm hopeful you'll get to experience those in your next watch. It's all so life affirming, even when it's sad. Thanks for sharing.

I´ll join you in all this trip Stef!! So ready for today and I´ll continue being with you!!

@stefsolari

Жыл бұрын

Thank You for being here with me!! I'm super excited for what's to come !!

@Makkaru112

Жыл бұрын

@@stefsolari we are definitely here with you all the way. We are your fellowship❤❤❤

Great reaction, looking forward to the rest! I can tell you're very willing investing yourself in this and it's quite charming 🥰

Dude I have watched these movies 100 times but watching it here again I just cry along with you. Man these are good.

As musicians Stef…let us bow our heads in the honor of our captain for this journey…Mr Howard Shore ❤

You’ll love the full scene with Frodo+Sam &Galadriel that even the great Peter Jackson & team didn’t seem to include.. which all this little stuff lead to that scene in the movies which gave it more meaning; & the”one who has seen the eye” thing was a mistake by the team. It gave the wrong message and was not needed as it lead some reactors to be like “so creepy” lol : •[Frodo] stepped back shaking all over & looked at the Lady. “I know what it was that you last saw”, she said; 'for that is also in my mind. Do not be afraid! But do not think that only by singing amid the trees, nor even by the slender arrows of elven-bows, is this land of Lothlórien maintained and defended against its Enemy. I say to you, Frodo, that even as I speak to you, I perceive the Dark Lord and know his mind, or all of his mind that concerns the Elves. And he gropes ever to see me and my thought. But still the door is closed!' She lifted up her white arms, and spread out her hands towards the East in a gesture of rejection and denial. Eärendil, the Evening Star, most beloved of the Elves, shone clear above. So bright was it that the figure of the Elven-lady cast a dim shadow on the ground. Its rays glanced upon a ring about her finger; it glittered like polished gold overlaid with silver light, and a white stone in it twinkled as if the Evenstar had come down to rest upon her hand. Frodo gazed at the ring with awe; for suddenly it seemed to him that he understood. 'Yes,' she said, divining his thought, 'it is not permitted to speak of it, and Elrond could not do so. But it cannot be hidden from the Ring-bearer, and one who has seen the Eye. Verily it is in the land of Lórien upon the finger of Galadriel that one of the Three remains. This is Nenya, the Ring of Adamant, and I am its keeper. 'He suspects, but he does not know - not yet. Do you not see now wherefore your coming is to us as the footstep of Doom? For if you fail, then we are laid bare to the Enemy. Yet if you succeed, then our power is diminished, and Lothlórien will fade, and the tides of Time will sweep it away. We must depart into the West, or dwindle to a rustic folk of dell and cave, slowly to forget and to be forgotten.' Frodo bent his head. 'And what do you wish?' he said at last. 'That what should be shall be,' she answered. 'The love of the Elves for their land and their works is deeper than the deeps of the Sea, and their regret is undying and cannot ever wholly be assuaged. Yet they will cast all away rather than submit to Sauron: for they know him now. For the fate of Lothlórien you are not answerable but only for the doing of your own task. Yet I could wish, were it of any avail, that the One Ring had never been wrought, or had remained for ever lost.' 'You are wise and fearless and fair, Lady Galadriel,' said Frodo. 'I will give you the One Ring, if you ask for it. It is too great a matter for me.' Galadriel laughed with a sudden clear laugh. 'Wise the Lady Galadriel may be,' she said, 'yet here she has met her match in courtesy. Gently are you revenged for my testing of your heart at our first meeting. You begin to see with a keen eye. I do not deny that my heart has greatly desired to ask what you offer. For many long years I had pondered what I might do, should the Great Ring come into my hands, and behold! it was brought within my grasp. The evil that was devised long ago works on in many ways, whether Sauron himself stands or falls. Would not that have been a noble deed to set to the credit of his Ring, if I had taken it by force or fear from my guest? 'And now at last it comes. You will give me the Ring freely! In place of the Dark Lord you will set up a Queen. And I shall not be dark, but beautiful and terrible as the Morning and the Night! Fair as the Sea and the Sun and the Snow upon the Mountain! Dreadful as the Storm and the Lightning! Stronger than the foundations of the earth. All shall love me and despair!' She lifted up her hand and from the ring that she wore there issued a great light that illuminated her alone and left all else dark. She stood before Frodo seeming now tall beyond measurement, and beautiful beyond enduring, terrible and worshipful. Then she let her hand fall, and the light faded, and suddenly she laughed again, and lo! she was shrunken: a slender elf-woman, clad in simple white, whose gentle voice was soft and sad. 'I pass the test,' she said. 'I will diminish, and go into the West and remain Galadriel.' They stood for a long while in silence. At length the Lady spoke again. 'Let us return!' she said. 'In the morning you must depart for now we have chosen, and the tides of fate are flowing.' 'I would ask one thing before we go,' said Frodo, 'a thing which I often meant to ask Gandalf in Rivendell. I am permitted to wear the One Ring: why cannot I see all the others and know the thoughts of those that wear them?' 'You have not tried,' she said. 'Only thrice have you set the Ring upon your finger since you knew what you possessed. Do not try! It would destroy you. Did not Gandalf tell you that the rings give power according to the measure of each possessor? Before you could use that power you would need to become far stronger, and to train your will to the domination of others. Yet even so, as Ring-bearer and as one that has borne it on finger and seen that which is hidden, your sight has grown keener. You have perceived my thought more clearly than many that are accounted wise. You saw the Eye of him that holds the Seven and the Nine. And did you not see and recognize the ring upon my finger? Did you see my ring?' she asked turning again to Sam. 'No, Lady,' he answered. 'To tell you the truth, I wondered what you were talking about. I saw a star through your finger. But if you'll pardon my speaking out, I think my master was right. I wish you'd take his Ring. You'd put things to rights. You'd stop them digging up the gaffer and turning him adrift. You'd make some folk pay for their dirty work.' 'I would,' she said. 'That is how it would begin. But it would not stop with that, alas! We will not speak more of it. Let us go!' When] at last all that [Galadriel] had desired in her youth came to her hand, the Ring of Power and the peaceful rule of Middle-earth which she had dreamed... her wisdom was full grown and she rejected it....

@RoadDoug

Жыл бұрын

Freaking Tolkien! What a master of words! I’ve read the books but appreciate when others post these scripts from the books.

@fabiobiondy42

Жыл бұрын

Thank you #LEGEND 🙏🏾

@Makkaru112

Жыл бұрын

@@RoadDoug yeah, master of linguistics and many other things. A few reactors thought it was weird that this scene part was tampered with so much…. Some other commenters like to tear me down for bothering to share knowledge about a scene or Tolkien. But I share for Stef because she’s a literature lover.

@mikelarsen5836

Жыл бұрын

You wouldn't need to put all that if she had the intelligence to read Tolkien in the first place.

@danaos4120

6 ай бұрын

Damn, this is like reading the Bible or something. So poetic and fucking awesome

Such an amazing trilogy! I absolutely enjoyed your heartfelt reactions! Keep up the film content!

Everyone dreads watching the extended versions the 1st time and at the end they always say "wait thats it, we are ending there" Thats the Beauty of this movie. Love it and love the reaction.

The song that's sung when Boromir holds the ring makes that scene even more deep: The strength, the weapon The needs of the valiant Be the Ring, your weapon The strength, the weapon Go to victory! The tree is bare, the fountain still Where are you going, Boromir? We hear... ... your call Where are you...

Just subscribed 😊 this trilogy is epic and stands the test of time. From watching the first movie I can tell you will definitely enjoy the next two. Can't wait for the rest. Definitely worth a rewatch because there's a lot to miss going in blind, but that's half the fun 😊

19:32 Galadriel refers to her granddaughter Arwen's love for Aragorn. Galadriel is the mother of Elrond's wife.

I got to see these in the theater as they released, which was an awesome experience. I went with a couple of friends who had completely opposite reactions to this film: one wasn't really into it, I don't think he enjoyed the genre. When the movie ended he was like "that's it??? I just sat through 3 hours and they didn't even destroy the ring???" He was not happy. My other friend, when Aragorn kills the Uruk-hai leader, was so engrossed and invested that he stood up in the theater and shouted "YES!!" which actually got a lot of laughs from the rest of the audience.

"I would have followed you my brother, My king"... *tears*

Great reaction and quite common to be emotionally invested at this stage. So buckle up, because the journey just gets better and bigger. It’s also quite common to watch again and again to pick up all the information. If you wish to know Boromir’s back story, it would be best to watch “The Two Towers” extended version. Welcome to Middle Earth aka New Zealand 🇳🇿

🌸MUCH deeper lore version with added details for you: just in case you or anyone else missed it. Galadriel's gift to Gimli has deeper meaning behind it, like most things in this movie & reflects the expanded lore of the middle earth universe. Galadriel is one of the 2-3 most powerful & wise elves remaining in Middle Earth since the time the land was young. She was born in a place called Valinor, or the Undying land... which is basically the place of residence of the Valar, the local pantheon, the local "gods" as you may call them. Back then, the world was not illuminated by the sun, the moon and the stars, but rather by 2 trees of gold and silver, Telperion and Laurëlin that lit the world before the sun & moon were born from their last flower and fruit as they were basically killed by Melkor. It is said that Galadriel's hair had somehow captured some of the shine of those two trees. Her uncle Fëanor, who was a great king of the Elven people & also arguably their greatest craftsman to ever live, asked/demanded that she give him a lock of hair, so that he could use it to fashion 3 gems that would shine of the same light as the trees. Sensing his pride & a shadow that wasn’t exactly belonging to him brewing from within, she refused his request 3 times. He stopped asking and made the gems anyway, managing to complete the task he had set for himself even without her hair. Around these 3 gems, the possession of which became the driving force for many of the great events in the world, entire wars that lasted for centuries exploded, and other events. The gems actively shaped the fate of the races of middle earth to the point that the aforementioned Valar got involved directly. During these times, events surrounding the gems brought about the traditional enmity between Dwarves and Elves... the same enmity that Gimli still feels towards them. That enmity however does not survive his encounter with the wise Galadriel, whom Gimli basically falls platonically in love with. By giving him 3 of her hair, Galadriel is opening a door, offering an olive branch that might one day close the gap that divides these two races. Legolas, himself being an Elven prince and centuries old, knows of the story through his father Thranduil & grandfather Oropher, as it shaped the lives of all Elves, and his subtle smile is possibly the first act of acknowledgment and reconciliation. it is also a way for Peter Jackson, the director of the film, to give a nod to all of the fans who know these facts and backstories... a way to make us feel seen, and to make us appreciate just how deeply the makers of the film respect the books and larger universe created by Tolkien. The thing with the hair may seem weird, but there is a significance to it in real life as well as in the lore of the story. In real life, it was not uncommon for wives, fiancés, or even girlfriends to give their men (who were going off to war), a lock of their hair as a keepsake, particularly in WWI, which Tolkien fought in. The lore part of it comes into play in The Silmarillion, Tolkien's tales of the creation of Arda, the Undying Lands of Valinor, and Middle Earth. Galadriel is many, many thousands of years old, & was born in Valinor before the sun & moon were even created. At the time, the world was lit by two trees, one gold and one silver which would shine at different times from each other, but would shine together once a day when one would fade and the other brighten. Galadriel's hair was said to look like the light of the mingled light from the two trees, which may have inspired Feanor, a master craftsman and heir to the high king of the Noldor, to craft the Silmaril's which were three jewels that captured the light of the two trees, one golden light, one silver light, & one co-mingled light. Fëanor had a bit of a thing for Galadriel and begged her for her hair three different times, which she rejected because she could perceive the inner darkness of his heart and rejected him, which made them "un-friends" after that. There is a lot more to the lore than that, so this is the super crib-notes version. But the point is, it was VERY significant that she granted Gimli three of her hairs to a dwarf, when she would not to the son of her king many 10s of thousands of years ago of which she is related to all three kings who were brothers and Elu Thingol of Doriath was one of the brothers that didn’t stay in Valinor even though he was one of the elven ambassadors along with his three brothers and that king I mentioned was VERY close friends with Thingol) ever wondered how old Galadriel is during the War of the Ring? I have looked in many different sources and depending on where you look, she’s anywhere from 17,000-20,000 years old. 6,000 seems too young as it would make her close in age to Elrond, who I know is much younger than her even though he’s 6000-8000 by the third age, which wouldn’t make sense for her at all even if she was (“690 years older” as some kept repeating on the internet making 6960!)As she was around long before Elrond was even born and time was experience differently to say the LEAST as there is a lot to go into on that subject lol.) She was born during the Years of the Trees & back then the years were something like 9X longer than a solar year so I understand the math is hard, especially since she isn’t given an exact birth year. But it is said that Finarfin, her father, was born in Y.T. 1230, so I would assume she was born sometime within 1000 years of then (being generous). Basically, I’m wondering what the most accurate range is for her age during the events of Lord of the Rings. I’ll also add that Galadriel is was around before the ents even existed (of which Treebeard is 15,000 years old so she’s OLDER than Treebeard/Fangorn) or very close to when they were “created” by Yavannah and probably had much knowledge to do with such things and or direct knowledge of what happened. Probably through an early prototype of her mirror or simply another dream that made her long for middle earth all over again ontop of the yearning she already had to go there and explore. Nothing to do with Fëanor’s oath and all that jazz. Just going from the Appendices (and maybe Silmarillion) she would have to be at least 9000+ years older than Elrond, Elrond was born near the end of the First Age, Galadriel was adult before the destruction of the Trees. Actually, more than that: I just checked, and the Second Age ended in SA 3441. So an elf born literally at the end of the First Age (FA 590) is 3441+3018 = 6459 years old when Frodo leaves for Rivendell. Elrond was born in FA 532, so adds 58 years to get 6517. Elves are mature at 100, so Galadriel adds at leas 632 to Elrond's age, to be at least 7149, and possibly quite a bit more (as attested by other comments.) One fic had Maglor(Elrond’s Adoptive Father, Maedhros was also adoptive father alongside Maglor, they were the eldest sons of Fëanor) - One fic had as much older than Galadriel; I wondered how we knew, and it was pointed out to me that Maglor was the second oldest son of the first son of Finwë, while Galadriel is the youngest child of the third son of Finwë. So, yeah. Note that the second age was the LONGEST and again time was experienced very differently back then too aside from the internal clock of elves working very differently, she’s definitely older as far as the world and the other beings that age far faster around her. I also remind you all that she’s older than the sun and the moon and witnessed and most likely even helped in the Valar’s crafting of the last fruit and flower of the two trees of Valinor. She was the most involved with learning everything possible from them. She’s 25th generation from Tata one of the elven forefathers to wake to the stars. Their birth was rather shrouded in mist. Only those of her grandfathers ilk have a chance of knowing the origins a bit better as they are closer to that culture that stemmed from the beginning. The Years of the Trees were the second of the three great time periods in Arda that followed the Years of the Lamps and preceded the Years of the Sun. They were known to be comprised of several Ages and lasted in total around 1500 Valian Years or 14,373 solar years. Time flowed differently back then and time flowed differently within them too for the elves live as long as the world does. Epic hey?❤❤ The Dúnedain said that Galadriel’s height was two rangar, or "man-high" - some 6 feet 4 inches (193 cm). However, Galadriel's most striking feature was her beautiful long silver-golden hair. The Elves of Tirion said it captured the radiance of the Two Trees Laurelin and Telperion themselves. Galadriel was said to be the tallest female in Middle Earth, at 6'4”. But then Thingol was the tallest elf ever to live, and he's estimated to be almost 9' (274 cm) Thingol was also a very very prominent figure within the Silmarillion and other books. He’s the great ancestor of Elrond+Arwen and through Aragorn being directly but distantly related to Elronds Twin Brother Elros it makes him loosely connected to Thingol as well. Let’s just say he died a tragic death long long ago. I’m a continent that doesn’t exist anymore. The events I spoke of in my earlier story of Elrond about his fathers deeds, which lead to the Valar helping with putting a Stop to Morgoth for good so to say and that War Of Wrath lasted 80 years straight and it left the landmass torn asunder from the clash of gods and the holy host of Vanyar elves that were closest to the Valar than all other elves so you can imagine what a bunch of mighty elves men and Maiar fighting a bunch of fowl creatures and beings for 80 years would do to a continent. It all fell into the sea. Galadriel barely made it over the mountain before that part of the story officially broke out.

@Dystisis

Жыл бұрын

way too much info to dump on a newbie, man.

@JM-do6wc

Жыл бұрын

Imagine seeing you here my friend. Hahaha I am not surprised. She is going to be another top-notch reaction.

@Makkaru112

Жыл бұрын

@@Dystisis nah. Many newbies actually love interacting with us. Sometimes I share bits and pieces of things throughout but hey. Sometimes people reply and sometimes they don’t but often times it’s just because I know how busy their lives can get. I’m good friends with one of them myself. Danielle Reacts. Among a few others.

@Makkaru112

Жыл бұрын

@@JM-do6wc she really will be. The livestream premier was fun chats too. And the comments below her video show that this will be a great ride for her. It’ll transform her as it did millions of others around the world. Altered their lives to be better human beings. More kind etc.

@Ianassa91

Жыл бұрын

”Here’s a little bit of info:” *_writes the entire Silmarillion_*

Stef, you are such a dear heart. When you cry, I melt. Keep going. You'll find all the answers! LOTR is a great, epic journey! It's High Story Telling, at it's finest!

14:53 Gandalf wasn't kidding when he said "This foe is beyond any of you". He fell with the balrog to make sure it never came back up again

You've really picked up on the selflessness displayed by the characters. All of them know that they are a part of something bigger than themselves and all of them lean in to that.

Damn I've watched a lot of LOTR reactions (kind of a weird addiction which I'm sure other die hard fans can relate lol) and I haven't really seen someone get this emotionally invested as well as making a determined effort to understand the story thoroughly. I'm amazed at how much respect you've given this movie already considering you're even willing to rewatch it to better your understanding. I will absolutely be there for your future reactions to this trilogy! As everyone has been saying, it truly does get better! (somehow)

@lucasdjordjevic1936

Жыл бұрын

Also massive respect for going with the extended cut. There really isn't any other way to do it.

@PickledShark

Жыл бұрын

Diegesis and Popcorn in Bed both have excellent reactions if you haven’t checked them out. Like you, I’m a sucker for the people who get fully emotionally invested.

The songs of lamentation were elvish for Gandalf when they arrived in Lothlórien. So the song you hear is for him: The only excerpt from these songs is "Mithrandir, Mithrandir, O Pilgrim Grey!". This was expanded & set to music by Philippa Boyens & Howard Shore, respectively, for The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring. It was sung in the said film by Elizabeth Fraser in the track Lothlórien. Notable about this song is that it assumes that the elves of Lothlórien were aware that Gandalf was an incarnate Maia. This is debatable. As well, the lyrics ask "What drove you to leave/That which you loved?". This suggests that Gandalf was well aware that he would fall in Moria. Other debatable verses include the claims that Gandalf was the wisest of the Maiar, and that with him the Flame of Anor would leave the world (assuming that it and he were one, or he was the only wielder of the Flame). (English comes after the Quenya) * The first part is in Quenya: A Olórin i yáresse Mentaner i Númenherui Tírien i Rómenóri Maiaron i Oiosaila Manan elye etevanne Nórie i melanelye? The Second part is in Sindarin: Mithrandir, Mithrandir, A Randir Vithren ú-reniathach i amar galen I reniad lín ne mór, nuithannen In gwidh ristennin, i fae narchannen I lach Anor ed ardhon gwannen Caled veleg, ethuiannen. * Olórin, who once was... Sent by the Lords of the West To guard the lands of the East Wisest of all Maiar What drove you to leave That which you loved? Mithrandir, Mithrandir O Pilgrim Grey No more will you wander the green fields of this earth Your journey has ended in darkness. The bonds cut, the spirit broken The Flame of Anor has left this World A great light, extinguished.

“The return of the king”…..you will shed so many tears….!!!

My dearest Stef, you have been taken by the power of the ring. Watching your reactions was like watching it for the first time myself. I completely was taken by your tears and I look forward to many more!

Hi Stef! Every fan of the books and films fell in love with the characters as the story continued and nothing recaptures that feeling more than watching someone else go through the process-especially ehen they begin with no idea what to expect. Very satisfying to be on the journey with you and best of luck on your channel!

Definitely, you are not the only one who will rewatch this all over again. There are a thousands of us, if not millions who are watching a hundred if not a thousand times 😂😂

Losing it when Gandalf falls is the most human of reactions - I had to put the book down when I was young for a while before continuing onward. The movie captures those feelings perfectly.

Boromir's death gets me every time! I don't trust anyone that doesn't shed a tear for such a good character!

I've watched this series at least once a year since it came out. I still tear up at almost every scene you did lol. "All we have to decide, is what to do with the time that is given to us." Hits harder the older I get. Love your genuine reaction to this movie. Excited to see the rest!

I remember seeing the Moria part for the first time and it gave me chills 😳. So amazingly done and Balrog looks incredible. All the movies make me emotional even after seeing them so many times, I cried so much when Gandalf fell and Boromir died 😭. I loved your reaction 🧡!

The purest emotional reaction videos to the LOTR series I have ever seen.

It's so nice to see you slowly being drawn into a world that I have loved since I was seven years old when my mother read me the books. Loved your reaction and looking forward to seeing the next one. You are welcome to come and see where it was all filmed in New Zealand any time!

when Saruman brings down the avalanche on them, notice Legolas. he runs on top of all the snow because as an Elf he's very light on his feet. as Tolkien wrote: "Legolas watched them for awhile with a smile upon his lips, and then he turned to the others. 'The strongest must seek a way, say you? But I say: let a ploughman plough, but choose an otter for swimming, and for running light over grass and leaf, or over snow--an Elf.' With that he sprang forth nimbly, and then Frodo noticed as if for the first time, though he had long known it, that the Elf had no boots, but wore only light shoes, as he always did, and his feet made little imprint in the snow." JRRT, Fellowship of the Ring

After having rewatched these myself at least 100 times (no joke) it brings me right back when I get to see it vicariously through fresh eyes and your reactions are honest and priceless. I never tire of this story and these movies....

It’s ok you cry. It makes the reaction better. Everyone that watches this movie sheds atleast one tear. One of the greatest movie trilogies ever made .

One of the great line that i never noticed until i watched some reactions is "this foe is beyond any of you". Gandalf was the only one able to beat Balrog but he was meant just to guide and inspire the fellowship, not do any heavy lifting for them.

I get these 3 books from my uncle, when i was 13 in summer holiday. I comsumed it in a few days, never thought i will watch these amazing story almost 20 years later in cinema. When it came out dec 2001 (dec 02 and dec 03) i was in theatre maybe 10times each movie, always took best seats in cinema for soundeffects and pictures. Luckily you will get the chance to see Return of the King in theatres this summer in the extended version! You should not miss this incredible moment...

Gandalf and Boromir's deaths get everyone. I already read the books by the time I saw this film and knew they were coming, and they got me!

Love your reactions to this movie. It's always lovely to see someone who has no real prior notion of the books nor the films react to this amazing masterpiece of a story and film and how deeply it affects them too. I'm very much looking forward to the other two movies.

Imagine watching this in theaters!! Knowing it would be a year before the second part!! I will never forget sitting with my grandfather, ( God rest his soul). I will tell you the tears only grow. I was 16, now 37. This is my movie! (All three as one) I know Im not alone in this of course.

LOVE that you have so much empathy for these characters, I cry so much watching these and It's nice having someone else doing the same lol much love from texas.

It’s such a pleasure to rewatch these scenes in your company. I’ve read the books loads of times, and seeing the movies was very emotional. I’m a grown man, I don’t cry. But I did.

always nice to see someone reacting to lotr for the first time, she's very emotional, makes everything more fun!

"To bear a ring of power...is to be alone." What a lot of people don't know is that Galadriel is the bearer of Nenya, one of the three rings crafted for the elves. So as a bearer of a ring of power herself, that line strikes a different chord.

Loved watching you get so emotionally invested. Like you said it's about the power of friendship and courage when faced with great evil. This is just the beginning. It gets ever more epic. Looking forward to sharing it with you

I love these movies so much. I have seen them countless times. Seeing people watching these movies for the first time is always so much fun because in a way you semi get to see them again for the first time. Great reaction and glad you are seeing the extended versions, they are the way to go! Can't wait to see the rest :)

fun fact, for a split second when the balrog appears, you can see Legolas visibly shook and terrified, bc with his elven eyes, he could literally see the balrog in all it's glory/splender as it was approaching even if it wasn't able to be seen by the other party members.

omg i watched so many reaction vids to lotr but your the only one that puts so mich effort into this, ur really showing respect to this wonderful movie trilogy

You're such a graceful crier!! 😭 The first few times I watched Gandalf fall, and then Boromir's sacrifice, I was SOBBING 😭🤣🤣

Thank you for watching. This trilogy is my favorite and I'm a HUGE LOTR fan. I have watched these more time then I can count and I love how open you are about your emotions. I was right there crying along withy oh just like I am everyime I watch. Thank you for showing this movie so much respect and love. I can't it to watch your reactions to the rest. You now have another lifelong fan here.

I first read the trilogy when I was 11 years old... In 1972. I've read it over a dozen times, and I saw each of these movies on their release days, in December of '01, '02, & '03. (Yeah, I'm old.) The reason I tell you this is that your final analysis is spot on. The power of the individual to decide for themselves, and to seize that power and act upon it, is a powerful theme. It's one of many, but I think you're more insightful than many upon their first exposure to this massive tale. I can see that you're as moved as I've been, since that first time long ago. Story has the power to open eyes and hearts, and to change lives. I'm very glad you've opened yourself to the experience. Thanks. Enjoy!