The Hobbit: The Battle of the Five Armies
The Hobbit: The Battle of the Five Armies is a 2014 epic fantasy film directed by Peter Jackson and based on J. R. R. Tolkien's novel The Hobbit. It is the third and final installment in The Hobbit film series.
The film follows the events of the previous two films, An Unexpected Journey and The Desolation of Smaug, as the company of dwarves and Bilbo Baggins finally reach the Lonely Mountain to reclaim their homeland from the dragon Smaug. However, their arrival also sets in motion a series of events that leads to a massive battle between five armies.
The film features an all-star cast, including Martin Freeman as Bilbo Baggins, Ian McKellen as Gandalf the Grey, and Richard Armitage as Thorin Oakenshield. It also introduces new characters, such as Tauriel (Evangeline Lilly), a female elf warrior, and Bard the Bowman (Luke Evans), a human archer.
The Hobbit: The Battle of the Five Armies received mixed reviews from critics, with some praising its action scenes and emotional moments, while others criticized its pacing and deviations from the source material. However, it still managed to be a commercial success, grossing over $956 million worldwide.
Overall, The Hobbit: The Battle of the Five Armies is a thrilling conclusion to the Hobbit film series, filled with epic battles, heartbreaking moments, and unforgettable characters. If you're a fan of fantasy films, this one is definitely worth watching.