So I have seen this movie twice. The first time I saw it, I was ignorant to the fact that it was actually based on a book. The acting was so so but it definately was not the worst I had ever seen. The movie was good enough to make me buy the four book series. After reading all four books I went back for a second peak. WHAT A DIFFERENCE! I understood why things happened, even as little as a smile or glare. Acting was still so so but I am excited to see what they will do with the 2nd and 3rd.