In preparation for the November Star Trek cruise, I've decided to re-watch old episodes of Classic Trek. I've really fallen off the wagon when it comes to my geek factor so it's time to get back into it. This is good and bad. It's been a long time since I've watched Trek so it's fun remembering episodes that I like. The bad is that some of the episodes are really horrible ("And the Children Shall Lead") and I've felt obligated to watch them anyhow. It's all random based on what the SciFi channel is showing. TiVo taped 7 episodes for me today, so Trek Fest awaits!
The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug
Most Hobbit minded people have already seen the latest installment so this is for those of you waiting for the crowds to go down. Part 2 is much better than part 1. This applies to all viewers. Where the gap happens if you have not read the book (including the appendices) you will probably like the whole movie. If you've read the book and taken the time to read the appendices, then you'll appreciate the back story that's presented here. The spirit of Tolkien is present and Desolation of Smaug fits well within what will become a 6 part movie. What I liked....The opening sequence. This is not in the book and I had to look it up in the appendices and sure enough, Gandalf and Thorin did meet in Bree. Thranduil and Legolas father/son relationship. I liked it. While only a mere mention in the appendices, in this movie we see Legolas loyal to his father. That Legolas doesn't mesh with the person he becomes and it will be interesting to see what happens to Legolas in the nex...
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