Some felt the film suffered from "middle-chapter syndrome" and was overstuffed with subplots not found in the original book.
Includes Ian McKellen (Gandalf), Martin Freeman (Bilbo), and Benedict Cumberbatch (Smaug). Lo Hobbit - La desolazione di Smaug [HD] (2013)...
Nominated for 3 Academy Awards (Best Visual Effects, Sound Editing, and Sound Mixing). Some felt the film suffered from "middle-chapter syndrome"
Bilbo enters Erebor and faces Smaug in a tense battle of wits and fire. Bilbo enters Erebor and faces Smaug in a
Separately, Gandalf investigates the rise of a dark force at Dol Guldur. Box Office & Performance Worldwide Gross: $959 million. North American Opening: $73.6 million. Ranking: The 4th highest-grossing film of 2013. Profit: Estimated at $134.1 million after all expenses. ⭐ Critical & Audience Reception Rotten Tomatoes: 74% "Certified Fresh" rating. IMDb: 7.8/10 based on user reviews.
The film follows Bilbo Baggins and the company of dwarves as they journey toward the Lonely Mountain to reclaim their homeland from the dragon, Smaug.