If I hadn't read the book; I believe the movie may have impressed me more. I did not like the way the camera kept flitting quickly at the beginning. It almost gave me a headache. There was so much more detail with the book it left me feeling like there was a lot missing. However, the acting by all was great. The costumes were impressive .. and I was surprised how fast the 2 hrs and 22 mins went by.... so all in all I liked it and will definately see pictures 2 and 3.