I went in dreading seeing this movie, but I had promised my 10 year old that we would go. I couldn't imagine how a successful movie could be adapted from such a shallowly plotted book? Boy, was I pleasantly surprised. It was an absolutely delightful movie going experience! The graphics were phenomenal, the characters quirky and original. A good family message pervaded throughout. I found myself actually tearing up a bit at the end! Well done!