![]() But we get to see here how the Grey Wizard’s harkening to his friendship with Thrain invites Thorin to trust him, and we’re also given a tease with mention of “The Dwarf Ring.” This kind of subtle nod to the greater story of Sauron’s malice is appreciated. Apparently Gandalf likes to do that sort of thing to the shorter races of Middle-earth. The scene is brief, but helps to establish the bonds of kin between father and son as well as give a stronger logic behind why Thorin Oakenshield would trust a stranger in grey robes who shows up one day and tries to convince him to go on an adventure. However, the discussion between the two is extended and the audience is even given a glimpse at a previously unrevealed warrior who fought in the Battle of Moria: Thrain, Thorin’s father. Like the original version of the film, we open with the rain-soaked village of Bree and a meeting between Gandalf and Thorin. These extra scenes reflect on a deeper narrative that runs through all of the Middle-earth films and Jackson wastes no time weaving extra threads into this already rich tapestry. Like previous extended editions, Desolation deepens the story by creating more context for the greater narrative. So what do you get in a little under half an hour? Quite a bit actually. It’s a significant addition, but not as film-changing as some earlier entries in the franchise like Return of the King. This review contains spoilers and focuses on the extra material added to this edition of the film and how they change they impact the film as a whole. ![]() The theatrical release of The Desolation of Smaug clocks in at 2 hours and 41 minutes, while the extended release adds 25 minutes to the running time. Once again Peter Jackson takes us back to Middle-earth and with this extended edition, we get what we expect: more story, more characters, more Middle-earth – and Jackson certainly delivers. Today marks the next step in the adventures of the Company of Thorin Oakenshield with the release of The Desolation of Smaug (Extended Edition) on Blu-Ray, 3D Blu-Ray and DVD. ![]()
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