My husband and I saw it last night and we were just FLOORED by how great it was. I liked the first movie, but didn't think it was as great as everyone else did. I thought this one was AMAZING. The effects were flawless and the storyline way more interesting. It was great.

I also have a huge crush on Legolas that Sam tolerates pretty well. He's so beautiful but such a warrior at the same time, very nice.

It was also really great to see New Zealand on display as its beautiful landscape is a major reason why the story works as well as it does.