Entertaining and Light-Hearted Fantasy

Rating: 8/10 (2 May 2010)

I really enjoyed this "star-studded" movie, which is a fantasy along the lines of Princess Bride or the Golden Compass (minus the hidden meanings or social commentary as far as I could tell). It is a little long, so not sure it'd be right for the wee ones, but it was great for what it was. The visuals were gorgeous, and the story line interesting enough, and all the actors did a great job. I was surprised a fantasy had slipped by me without my having heard must about it. I would definitely watch it again, although not as many times as the Princess Bride. Robert De Niro somewhat stole the show, but Claire Danes and Michelle Pfeiffer were excellent as well.