A magical tale with twists and surprises at every turn

Rating: 9/10 (10 November 2007)

It's a long story, as one often says, but in this case, the ride is well worth it. Stardust is a wonderfully inventive fairy tale, filled with twists and surprises at every turn. If you enjoy movies like Ladyhawke, then you will like this one even more. And for a film that is just 127 minutes long, it sure packs a lot. The engaging storyline, accompanied by a rousing score, unfolds like a gift being teasingly unwrapped; and by the end, the package is neatly tied-up again, topped off with a resplendent bow. Young Charlie Cox leads a starry cast, and they all gamely deliver deliciously off-beat performances. Stardust is a visual feast, and a tale that satisfies both the mind and the heart.