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The first time I saw it... the most impacting scenes were when Aragorn turned to fight the Urak Hai by himself and what followed after up until the death of Boromir.

I remembered the "it comes in pint?" scene as well.

Even now after seeing it 8 times, the most stunning visual is Legolas. I am still amazed at how fast he fired those three shots. I don't think it was editing either. (Of course, if you don't have to aim it might make things go faster) And when he stuck the arrow in the Urak Hai's head and then shot it.

The whole fight between Aragorn and Lurtz. The first time I saw it, when Lurtz was going to fire point blank at Boromir (and even though I knew Boromir died) I kept saying "come on Aragorn.. come on Aragorn." When Aragorn comes flying into the scene and body slams Lurtz, I pumped my fist in response.

It really is a fabulous movie. Then the next couple of times I saw it, the more emotional scenes overwhelmed me.

The last time I saw it, I watched Frodo on the beach getting ready to leave the fellowship. What I love about Elijah Woods' acting is that it is so subtle. He is holding the ring and he hears Gandalf's face. The reaction of his face is sublime and wonderful...

I can see it again. I'm just waiting for the Two Towers trailer.

I am a very big fan of subtle acting, and ITA about that moment with Frodo on the beach. There are lots of little moments like that, and I think Viggo is very similar in his acting style. The other thing I notice about the principle actors in this movie is how good they are in the background. When other people are talking, even when the camera is focused on another character, they are always intensely involved in the scene and in what the other characters are doing or saying. It provides a lot more depth to the characters and to the richness of the story and highlights the relationships as well.

Some of my favorite character/acting moments happen when the person isn't saying a word.

Yes and Yes on the Aragorn & the Legolas scenes. I LOVE the part where he shoots the 3 arrows.

One of my favorite parts is a very small one; the very first close-up of Frodo's face, as Gandalf is arriving. Just the total innocence & the shine of youth; which of course dims as the movie progresses. But that first shot of him is precious.

I can't wait for Sunday night; I NEVER watch the Academy Awards but I will this year! Can't wait to hear Enya sing "May it Be". I'm listening to it now.:)