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Triumphant conclusion to a great trilogy
"The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King" is a fitting conclusion to the "Lord of the Rings" trilogy. Directed by Peter Jackson, the story continues the saga of war and heroic quest set in a fantasy world populated by humans, elves, and other species. Although this is a tale told on an epic scale, it is also rich in intimate character moments and drama.

"Return" is full of huge battle scenes, amazing fantasy creatures, and breathtaking vistas. Jackson delivers scenes that are full of visual detail. Every creative aspect of the film--musical score, costumes, sets, etc.--is meticulously crafted and ultimately melds together as part of a compelling total vision.

The large ensemble cast delivers outstanding performances; director Jackson wisely does not allow the amazing special effects and art direction to overwhelm the fine acting. The film also maintains an effective balance of multiple story lines. Although set in a fantasy world, "Return" is about themes and values that are relevant in our "real" world--loyalty, leadership, courage, and hope. And in the end it's the moral and emotional vision of the film that really made an impact on me. With this film, Jackson completes what is truly one of the great trilogies in all of cinematic history.

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