I thought this was a good movie, not great but good. My children, 8 and 12, really liked it. Lots of action, some funny lines, kept them interested. If it keeps my 8 year old in his seat then it is ok by me.
I bought this book series for my children as my daughter was reading The Lightening Thief for school. We loved the books. They kept my children enthralled and wanting more. We were pretty excited to see this movie and I am glad that we saw it. It differs quite a bit from the book and that was frustrating for them but the story and action kept them glued to the screen and I admit, me too. When Luke and Percy were fighting my daughter decided she couldn't wait any longer to go to the bathroom. That was the fastest bathroom trip of her life. So, this movie was worth the 40$ it took for our family to see it.