I liked the idea that Alice didn't remember her last adventure and was re-living a dream that she had constantly. We all have had those dreams. The story line was great, a continuation of the Classic with some flashbacks. The special effects, 3D, were tastefully done, not overdone and really complimented the movie. I'd really recommend this to anyone, even people with children, the scenes weren't too scary and the smoking cat is part of the story and Alice lets you know that it isn't nice.