Minor Changes Wishlist

FoTR: My Cut<P>The scene with Saruman casting some sort of spell on Mt. Caradhras causing the snowfall would go, as would his casual perusal of whatever book it was and his comments about the spirit of darkness and flame. Gimli would no longer be gung-ho to go to Moria. Instead, a short scene in camp one night would show Gandalf and Aragorn talking and discussing their plans - with Gandalf recommending Moria for speed, but Aragorn refusing because it's too dangerous. Then on the mountain, there would be the avalanche, Gandalf looks meaningfully at Aragorn, and they head to the mines.<P>Galadriel's strange transformation would disappear, and be replaced by a subtle lighting change and softly spoken words.<P>The beginning scene would not be told until Frodo has the ring and Gandalf is telling him about it.<P>The "fight scene" between Saruman and Gandalf would disappear.<P>Gandalf would not utter anything even remotely similar to "just follow your nose". Thanks, Mr. Froot Loops Toucan.<P>More shots of Gollum discreetly following the party.<P>Shorter fight scene in the mines.<P>Try to work Merry & Pippin in per books - as friends of Frodo who become aware of his danger and refuse to leave him.