Aragorn's Fall...any changes of opinion out there?

[Black Breathalizer]

A number of "outraged" fans have ranted and raved about the changes in TTT here. Some wondered why Peter Jackson had to "make up" new scenes when, in their opinion, Tolkien's original was fine just as it was. One of the new scenes drawing particular Purist scorn was the "invented" warg battle and Aragorn's fall.

Yesterday I received an email from a guy who debated with me about the merits of these changes on another forum. He sheepishly admitted I was right. After watching the film a number of times, he realized he'd grown fond of them, particularly Aragorn's dramatic ride to Helm's Deep and his reunion with Legolas.

I suspect he is not alone. Any others out there who are now ready to admit you overreacted and are willing to give Jackson his due? Don't worry, I promise not to say 'I told you so.'