Instruct: Classify Amazon reviews into positive or negative sentiment
Query: Extended only - Can't watch the theatrical release

I agree with all other reviewers about the quality of production for the extended edition of The Fellowship of the Ring.However, be aware that the extended and new scenes are integrated into the movie. There is no way to watch the original theatrical release. You may ask, "why would I want to do that? I want to see the extended scenes." True, and this is why I waited to purchase this version. However, I assumed that DVD technology would allow me to view EITHER version - with or without the new scenes. This enables showing the movie to first-timers who would better tolerate a 3 hour movie over 3.5 hour one.