If you go in expecting this movie to be exactly like the book, you will be disappointed. If, however, you are looking for an extremely beautiful, interesting take on the original, this is for you.
The book is 48 pages long and is mostly pictures. There is simply no way to turn that into a feature film and not elaborate upon it. I love the book as much as the next person, but you have to go into this movie understanding that it's not going to be exactly like the book. It can't be.
This movie is, quite simply, spectacular. The characters are well-developed and relatable, and there is truly not a dull moment. While the plot is, at times, slow, the set and effects are always mind blowing.