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2013 / Fantasy / Directed by Peter Jackson
A perilous journey through treacherous lands.
What is The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug about?
Bilbo Baggins accompanies Thorin Oakenshield and his dwarves on a quest to reclaim the Lonely Mountain from the dragon Smaug. They face various obstacles and dangers along the way.
Five things to know.
Setup
The film follows Bilbo Baggins as he continues to accompany Thorin Oakenshield and his fellow dwarves on a quest to reclaim the Lonely Mountain.
World
The story takes place in Middle-earth, featuring various realms such as Mirkwood, Lake-town, and the Lonely Mountain.
Pressure
The company faces pursuit by the vengeful orcs Azog the Defiler and his son Bolg, while Gandalf investigates the return of a long-forgotten evil force.
Craft
The film features a blend of action, adventure, and fantasy elements, with notable visual effects and cinematography.
Viewing Note
The film is the second installment in The Hobbit trilogy and a prequel to The Lord of the Rings trilogy.
A thought to take with you.
Bilbo's growing confidence helps the company approach the Lonely Mountain, but it also puts him in situations the dwarves cannot solve for him. The dragon and the treasure bring the expedition's shared goal into conflict with individual ideas of what should happen next.
Is it your kind of movie?
Choose it for the middle film of the Hobbit trilogy, ending at a turning point with Smaug. The first film introduces the company and quest.
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