A Terrific Summer Fantasy Flick!

Rating: 9/10 (15 August 2007)

Stardust, which I'm sure you've all seen commercials for, is out in theaters.
I watched it today. And you know what I think of it? . . . I think it's bloody brilliant.
Story: Very well done, the director (I'm assuming) took a brilliant book written by the quite-talented Neil Gaiman and made it into a fine film.
True, the special effects were a bit over done, and a few spots were a tad slow, but they were maybe ten minutes in a 2 hour and 8 minute movie. Fine acting by the entire crew, especially newcomer Charlie Cox and Claire Danes herself. I hope Charlie sticks around. He's very talented from what I see. And personally, I found Claire Danes to be on the same level of beauty as Michelle Pfeiffer.
And if for no other reason, go see it for Robert De Niro's portrayal of a gay pirate. I promise you it's hilarious.
I'm afraid it's going to be one of those movies that does terribly in theatres though. Which would be sad, as it was a terrific storyline, something which directors don't seem capable of producing anymore.
All in all, a 9 out of 10.
GO WATCH IT!!!