Lord Elronds Mistake

[Gordis]

Originally Posted by Nurvingiel

My impressions of Elrond are mostly from the book, but he did come across as very wise and knowledgeable of the treacherous nature of the Ring in the movie, so I think it still makes sense. (Of course, for those of you who haven't read the books, it's yet another huge, gaping plot hole.)

For those who have not read the book it is a HUGE, GAPING plothole. The neurotic venomous Elrond from the movie wouldn't have a second of hesitation before pushing Isildur into the fire.
And yes, another movie plothole are the Eagles. There is so little info on them in the movie, that there is no possible explanation why couldn't Gandalf summon an eagle and asked him to carry Frodo right to Orodruin.