This movie did not follow the book, and it was as if they tossed a coin to see which parts of the book made it into the movie. I went with someone who had never read the books, and they were completely lost. These movies are made for those who have read the books, which is not what they are supposed to be. I do have to say that the acting was great, and the effects were amazing. The only reason this movie is not a one. By far the worst of them all.