Beautiful Adaptation

Rating: 9/10 (14 December 2005)

Since this was one of my favorite books from my childhood, I was both worried and excited to hear that the film was being made. Fortunately, the concern turned out to be unwarranted.
The film-makers did an excellent job with the adaptation. It remains true to both the spirit and plot of the original story. The casting was also excellent. Tilda Swinton's performance as the white witch was really a treat. Liam Neeson as Aslan was a little jarring at first, largely because his voice is so familiar, but this did not last. The children, especially the two youngest, really shone.
The only real flaw that I noticed was that the CGI was a little dodgy - uneven. But for once, it didn't bother me.
There has been some concern out there about the religious content of this movie. As someone of a different faith that CS Lewis, it is my opinion that this to be an excellent movie for children and adults of all creeds.