Oh yeah, Sir Ian seemed to be out of his trolley.
About the "journey" coming to a close, I agree with what Elijah and Pete said at the interview: "It's celebratory" ---rather than it being something that ought to be sad about.
I was sort of surprised that Viggo wasn't there. I take him to be hermit of sorts
Also, the victory of Jackson ought to be such that the fandom shares. It's OUR victory as well. Taking it from Pete's dedication as a fan himself, I don't see why it's not ours.
Besides, it's a milestone movie. It's so low budget that it's so innovative.