Sheesh, what's the difference. Star Wars : 1. It's a sience FICTION. 2. It try to introduce a new kind of religion (Feel the Force, Luke. Sound gay to me). 3. Great special effects and CGI. 4. Memorable battle scenes (Battle of Hoth, grand battle at Naboo, Death Star 3 etc etc) LOTR : 1. It's a fantasy FICTION. 2. It try to introduce a new kind of religion (well, sort of It is like trying to tell you magic exist ) 3. Great special effects and CGI (myyy preciousssssss) 4. Memorable battle scenes ( Battle of Helmsdeep, Battle of Minas Tirith) I can't see the difference. Me, I just enjoy both of the movies ANd I have read LOTR for 5 times since kid. Yes, I'm a nerd and I'm proud of it. ( and nerd get the hot chick, I tell you!)