This movie was great! Not only were the special effects awesome, so was the acting. I was pleased with how the story started in Narnia and then moved back to our world - then back to Narnia, keeping my interest from the very beginning. In most stories when I see talking animals I immediately discount the story as one for a child, but the Chronicles of Narnia took me beyond that thought by making the story so captivating.
I am not too sure about all of the symbolism in the series by C.S. Lewis but one thing really stuck out to me: The way Lucy sought for Aslan with all of her heart...and found him. When Lucy told Aslan that the others didn't believe her when she saw him, he asked her why that would stop HER. True symbolism embedded into the story by C.S. Lewis will have those who share his faith unknowingly learning lessons throughout the movie.
Overall - Great Movie. The movie is 2 hours and 20 minutes of captivating effects, amazing acting and skillful directing and production. Just make sure you hit the bathroom on the way in.