Bilbo and the company of dwarves continue their journey to its epic conclusion.

The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug ***

The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey ***

There is a moment early in 'The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey' when Gandalf The Grey (Ian McKellen) turns to diminutive hero Bilbo Baggins (Freeman) and counsels: “All good stories deserve embellishment.”