The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers (2002) is a cinematic landmark that remains the highest-grossing film of its release year, earning over worldwide. As the middle chapter of Peter Jackson’s trilogy, it successfully transitioned from the "whimsy" of the first film to a grittier, action-heavy "visionary thriller" centered on the defense of Rohan. Production & Technical Innovations
: The film holds a 95% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes and was praised for its "spectacular action and emotional storytelling". The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers
: Brad Dourif (Gríma Wormtongue) had to shave his eyebrows off five times over three years due to repeated filming recalls. The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers
