Goofs:
Continuity: When Frodo saves Sam from drowning, they clasp each other in the "acrobat-grip", they both clasp the other one's wrist, a very tight grip. However, when Sam's hand is pulled above water, his arm has turned 180 degrees. (more)

Trivia:
Costume designer Ngila Dickson had 40 seamstresses working for her, creating over 19,000 costumes. (more)

Filming Locations:
Arrowtown Recreational Reserve, Arrowtown, Otago, New Zealand (more)

Quotes:
[first lines]
Galadriel: The world is changed. I feel it in the water. I feel it in the earth. I smell it in the air. Much that once was is lost, for none now live who remember it. It began with the forging of the Great Rings. Three were given to the Elves, immortal, wisest and fairest of all beings...
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Awards:
Won 4 Oscars. Another 76 wins & 83 nominations (more)