May 19, 2002

Mixed Feelings
Bob the Builder

In a way, I think I've always both relished and dreaded a blockbuster LOTR movie being made. I've relished it because of the anticipated joy of seeing my favourite LOTR characters and events coming to life before my eyes. I've dreaded it because I knew that any blockbuster LOTR production would effectively eliminate any chance of anyone else doing a LOTR blockbuster for the forseeable future. For all of you who might be hoping that some of the failures or shortcomings of Peter Jackson's epic might be addressed in future movie attempts, don't hold your breath.