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PostedMay 19, 2008
jaywise
from Bryant, AR
Andrew Adamson has done an incredible job bringing CS Lewis' books to life. Though the movie is rather long, you never realize it because of the gripping way the story is told, and the sheer amount of action.
It has been said that the movie focused too much on the battles and not enough on the story. Though this is true to a degree, it must be pointed out that the battles are in fact part of the story, and must be communicated visually. Also, there was enough depth to the plot and attention to characters, that the action was justified and did not over stay its welcome. The battles are visually stunning, but don't go expecting Lord of the Rings. This is an entirely different story, and must be treated as such.
Speaking of story, this movie does not quite follow the book the same way the LWW movie did, but only one alteration deserved to be scoffed at. The only irritating alteration was the romance between Susan and Caspian, but it never really goes anywhere, and stops just short of ridiculous. There is an additional battle in which Narnia attempts to storm Miraz's castle. Though this is not in the book, it is still done in the spirit of Lewis' point. "The Children were not trusting in Aslan."
Whether you be a Christian, a non-Christian, a family looking for a good outing, or just a fan of the books, this is a must-see. Ebert and Roeper will be the only ones not enjoying this movie.
It has been said that the movie focused too much on the battles and not enough on the story. Though this is true to a degree, it must be pointed out that the battles are in fact part of the story, and must be communicated visually. Also, there was enough depth to the plot and attention to characters, that the action was justified and did not over stay its welcome. The battles are visually stunning, but don't go expecting Lord of the Rings. This is an entirely different story, and must be treated as such.
Speaking of story, this movie does not quite follow the book the same way the LWW movie did, but only one alteration deserved to be scoffed at. The only irritating alteration was the romance between Susan and Caspian, but it never really goes anywhere, and stops just short of ridiculous. There is an additional battle in which Narnia attempts to storm Miraz's castle. Though this is not in the book, it is still done in the spirit of Lewis' point. "The Children were not trusting in Aslan."
Whether you be a Christian, a non-Christian, a family looking for a good outing, or just a fan of the books, this is a must-see. Ebert and Roeper will be the only ones not enjoying this movie.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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