First off, I did NOT read the book. Second, I did see the first movie. With that said, let me say I thought the movie moved quite briskly. Acting was good. Action was quite intense. Suspense was there, and thick! Twists and turns, and not as bad a condemnation of the Catholic Church as Code was. Will definately be buying this on DVD when it comes out. Will probably be going back to see it again. If you've read the book and didn't like this, that is to be expected with all movies.