Some Events Are Worth The Wait...The Hobbit is One

The birth of a child, the start of a wedding, the first day of vacation - all of these things deserve a calendar mounted somewhere so we can mark through the days as we count down. These events add excitement and energy to our normal everyday routine. These are not the only things we look forward to as that list can be long but these are highlights.



Movies fit into this category as well. Let's face it, with prices the way they are it should be an event and not one we take lightly. I don't know about you but I get rather upset when I go to the movies and the movie ends up being poor or awful. That's a good amount of money down the toilet. No, the movies have become events because we get excited when we see a good movie coming out. Some movies with a large fan base can drive people mad but that's another topic.



It started back in 1937 when a children's book was first released. It became a bestseller and is arguably a classic. In 1954 and 1955 three more titles were released and thus we had a great trilogy. In the late 70s and early 80s the books were released as animated movies. I remember watching them on television. Then in 2001 the first of three full feature films were released and the rest is history. Of course I'm talking about The Lord of The Rings and we all remember how The Return of The King cleaned up at the Oscars. Those three movies set a new standard for movies. Now if a movie doesn't come close to that standard...I don't go.



Now, on December 14, 2012 we have a new event to look forward to. The bar has been elevated again as The Hobbit comes to the screen in the first of three feature films. The previews make it clear just how magnificent this movie will be. Not because of the plot or even the characters, even though those aspects are powerful and well thought out, but because of the setting. Look at the scenery surrounding the film. Absolutely mind blowing. I have included the first trailer to this post. There are two other trailers out but I really enjoy this one. I think it's the song to be honest.

 









Yes, there are events we countdown to. There are events we look forward to and get excited about and for me, The Hobbit is one of them.