Before I saw the movie I thought that they didn't do a good job of choosing the actors. After watching it, I realize that they made perfect choices. They followed the book as close as they could and still keep it short. You have to remember that they are condensing one year into two hours. I really loves it. The stunts were awesome. Even if you haven't read the book you can follow the story. They touch all important details leaving the viewer interested and entertained. I highly recommend this movie to anyone with a love for fantasy, love, or even just fans of movies. Enjoy! I did.