(Brackets) describe the scenes preceeding or following the cut.ĭisc 1 contains 23 differences altogether. If there are alternating scenes in both versions, there is first a description of the SEE scene, marked with SEE:, then the the description of the Theatrical scene, marked with Theatrical. If nothing else is mentioned, the scene description is referring to the SEE. Last but not least - some of the graphic violence detail has been restored to the movie, although the extended DVD still maintains the PG-13 rating. These new scenes give more depth to the characters, explain their behavior and make the movie more round, more deep and more poetic. These scenes, as well as many others, which make the film closer to the original book, were integrated back into the movie in a "Special Extended Edition". For instance, the scenes of Faramir's past which would explain his behavior in the movies. Also, the plot of Merry, Pippin and Treebeard has been reduced to a minimum.īecause of the theater-friendly running time of 3 hours Peter Jackson had to cut out many of the scenes that would slow down the plot. Most of the criticism was earned by the character of Faramir, who apperars a cold and heartless character, as opposed to the books. On the other hand many purist fans of the book didn't accept the many changes of the plot. On one hand, the bombastic middle part of the fantasy saga was highly acclaimed. In this version Peter Jackson is getting closer to the Version of Tolkien and the original creation of Middle-Earth." (Stefan Servos, Tolkien Expert, webmaster of )Īs Peter Jackson brought "The Two Towers" into theaters, he began a controversy in the audience. The Extended Edition is a present by the director for the fans as well for himself. "There is much more behind this concept rather than just a marketing strategy.
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