Honest Trailers Season 1 Episode 15 Honest Trailers - The Lord of the Rings

Honest Trailers is a comedy show that originally aired on YouTube. The show was created by Screen Junkies in which it features some of the funniest and in-depth analyses of popular movies and television shows. With the show now in its ninth season, Honest Trailers has gone from strength to strength, and it has entertained millions of fans around the world with its hilarious parodies of beloved movies and series. In season one, episode fifteen, we take a closer look at one of the most iconic movie trilogies of all time - The Lord of the Rings.

The Honest Trailer for The Lord of the Rings begins by stating that this is a trilogy that is loved by nerds and non-nerds alike. It is based on the books by J.R.R. Tolkien about a group of hobbits, dwarves, elves, and humans who must band together to defeat the Dark Lord Sauron and save Middle-earth. The trailer acknowledges that this is a story that is full of epic battles, incredible special effects, and unforgettable characters. However, the narrator points out that the movie is also four and a half hours long, which is a lot of time to invest in something that is essentially just a bunch of characters walking around.

The trailer then goes on to poke fun at some of the more absurd moments in the movie, such as the fact that Sam and Frodo seem to be completely incapable of understanding that Gollum is a treacherous creature who cannot be trusted. The trailer also makes fun of some of the more over the top special effects, such as the way that Legolas the elf seems to be able to defy the laws of physics whenever he pulls out his bow and arrow.

Despite all of this, the trailer does acknowledge that The Lord of the Rings is a classic movie trilogy that has rightfully earned its place in cinematic history. The trailer applauds the way that director Peter Jackson was able to visualize the fantastical world of Middle-earth in a way that was both faithful to Tolkien's vision and accessible to general audiences. The trailer also praises the incredible performances of the actors, particularly Ian McKellen as Gandalf and Viggo Mortensen as Aragorn.

The Honest Trailer for The Lord of the Rings also takes a closer look at some of the more controversial aspects of the movie, such as the fact that the whole thing is basically just a series of battles with little character development in between. The trailer also points out that the movie is quite dark and at times depressing, which might not be everyone's cup of tea.

Overall, the Honest Trailer for The Lord of the Rings is a hilarious take on a beloved classic that is sure to both entertain and inform fans of the movie. Whether you are a die-hard Tolkien fan or just someone who loves a good comedy, this episode of Honest Trailers is definitely worth a watch.