Worthwhile Fantasy

Rating: 9/10 (5 September 2007)

This was the first movie I saw this summer that I really enjoyed and would recommend to others. It has a great cast with Clare Danes giving an excellent performance. Sheis truly one of the best actresses on the screen at the moment. The movie has a plot and the special effects serve the story, whereas in many movies these days the special effects substitute for the plot. Robert De Niro shows his comic side again as he did in the "Fokkers" movies but it is a little overdone. Michelle Pfeiffer is excellent as the witch. The plot moves to a thrilling climax before good wins over evil with the rightful heir to the throne of the mythical country marrying Clare Danes and living a long and happy life. The soundtrack is perfectly co-ordinated to the action on the screen, which adds to the mood. Outside filming used locations in England, Scotland and Iceland to great effect. This movie is suitable for both children and adults. I wish more quality movies like this were available to see.