I've been waiting to see this movie since last June, as I'm a huge fan of the books. When the movie first started, I was a bit disheartened...for devout followers of the book, it veers a lot from it, so be warned. However, the action was quick, sharp, and it was well-cast, with wonderful special effects for the first installment in a franchise. I fell in love with Brandon T. Jackson [Grover] and Logan Lerman [Percy], despite the fact that this Percy is a bit different than the actual hero in the book. However, LOVED this movie! I would highly recommend this clever and creative story from ten-year-olds to parents. My friends and I can't stop quoting it!