Warner Bros. has just released the highly anticipated trailer for The Hobbit: The Battle of the Five Armies , marking the final chapter of the trilogy based on J.R.R. Tolkien's classic work. As with previous productions, the direction remains in the experienced hands of Peter Jackson, also responsible for the acclaimed Lord of the Rings .
The Hobbit: The Battle of the Five Armies is a direct sequel to the events of The Desolation of Smaug , placing Bilbo Baggins and the dwarves before an imminent war. After all, with the dragon's death, the treasure of the Lonely Mountain becomes the target of armies from all parts of Middle-earth. The epic conflict involves humans, elves, dwarves, orcs, and other creatures, promising a memorable battle full of twists and turns.
The cast, by the way, continues to be full of acclaimed names. Martin Freeman returns as Bilbo, Ian McKellen as Gandalf, in addition to Orlando Bloom, Evangeline Lilly, Luke Evans, Hugo Weaving, Andy Serkis, Christopher Lee, Ian Holm, and Stephen Fry. Certainly, the presence of these actors reinforces the grandeur of the project, which aims to close the trilogy with a flourish.
Although the focus is on the impending war, the film also provides an emotional conclusion to Bilbo's journey. Furthermore, the film sets the stage for the events of the original trilogy, creating a direct link for longtime fans of the franchise.
So, for those who have been eagerly waiting, mark your calendars: The Hobbit: The Battle of the Five Armies arrives in theaters on December 11, 2014.
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