Movie Review: The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug

The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug is the second installment of a three-part film series based on J. R. R. Tolkien's 1937 novel The Hobbit, beginning with An Unexpected Journey (2012) and set to conclude with There and Back Again (2014). The three films together act as a prequel to Jackson's The Lord of the Rings film series. It was co-written, produced, and directed by Peter Jackson. In the film, the dwarves, along with Bilbo Baggins and Gandalf the Grey, continue their quest to reclaim Erebor, their homeland, from Smaug. Bilbo Baggins is also in possession of a mysterious and magical ring.


The story goes like this: After successfully crossing over the Misty Mountains, Thorin and Company must seek aid from a powerful stranger before taking on the dangers of Mirkwood Forest--without their Wizard. If they reach the human settlement of Lake-town it will be time for the hobbit Bilbo Baggins to fulfill his contract with the dwarves. The party must complete the journey to Lonely Mountain and burglar Baggins must seek out the Secret Door that will give them access to the hoard of the dragon Smaug. And, where has Gandalf got off to? And what is his secret business to the south?

The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug is of fantasy, adventure genre, which runs for approximately 161 minutes. It's rated PG-13 in most countries for extended sequences of intense fantasy, action, violence, and frightening images. It is a very lengthy film, with scenes that some may find boring. Since this is just the second installment, there is still no resolution at the end of the film. What you will see are mainly action scenes and a lot of special effects. The filming locations and costumes were great too. I will not go as far to say that it is one of the best fantasy/adventure films I've seen but I think it was quite entertaining and spectacular. The film is available in 3D, IMAX 3D, and Dolby Atmos.

RATING: 4 out of 5 STARS

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