Rings-Thing

::glances at clock:: Juuuust made it.

Of the new characters introduced in TTT, which is your favorite and why? What do you think of the characterizations and portrayals?

Does Gollum count as a new character? He ought to. I have already blathered on at great length about the wonderfulness that is Gollum. He was brilliantly done -- both by the CGI team and Andy Serkis. This wretched, wailing creature is absolutely captivating every moment he's on screen, especially during his little schizo monologues. Creepy, pathetic, and ultimately a powerfully sad character. And just when you really feel bad for the little guy, Gollum beats out Smeagol and sends shivers down your spine. I love the way he ends the movie -- yay for effective foreshadowing! Creeps. Me. Out.

Theoden was also wonderful, as were Eowyn and Grima. All acted to perfection -- I actually sympathized with Grima, what's up with that?! -- and I can't wait to see more of them. Um, could go on for a while about Bernard Hill in particular, but need to get some sleep tonight...