The Hobbit Trilogy Reaction

Honestly, I like them.

I have seen so much hate towards the movies and I'm not sure why. Of course, they are not LOTR, and honestly another trilogy will probably never take that spot, but they are entertaining whilst delving into backstories.

I would definitely watch them again, although perhaps not as often as LOTR.

I didn't compare them to LOTR and just judged as standing on their own merit.

My favorites parts were Bilbo's character and seeing some of Legolas' past, as well as seeing Saruman before his betrayal.

Is there someone else in this subreddit that enjoys them for what they are?