One of the major differences between the movies and novels for The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings is the use and portrayal of action scenes.  In this video I discuss how each is different, and the importance of those differences to the stories.  

On problems with the Hobbit movies generally, see this video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kORh99ZRuZ4  

Intro and outro music from "Amon Hen," copyright New Line Productions/Reprise Records.