The LOTR "buff?" Well, thank you. I assure you that I am NOT a "buff" on the LOTR movies (see the LOTR Question thread that I started). I'd say SC or someone else should get that title, but thanks. I do remember last year's Oscar talks and I stick by what I said then. However, I do like the LOTR movies (in fact I own all 3 Extended Editions). So, yes I AM the hypocrite. I have read the first 2 books and plan to read The Return of the King during Spring Break if time allows me to. But I am very much looking forward to reading and watching The Hobbit movie if it ever gets mad!