Slow Starting, But A Pleasing Result

Rating: Null/10 (24 January 2006)

THE CHRONICLES OF NARNIA: THE LION, THE WITCH AND THE WARDROBE **** Acclaimed writer C.S Lewis's bestselling novel of the Narnia Chronicles spawned a satisfying motion picture remake. It follows the story of the four Pevensie children convening with their Uncle in his England mansion during the Second World War. Upon discovering the magical land of Narnia behind the wardrobe, they depart on a memorable journey with accompaniment by new-found friends and an evil Witch, who leads a fatal conspiracy. William Moseley, Anne Popplewell, Skandar Keynes, and Georgie Henley are perfectly cast as the adventurers. Incredible special effects compliments the film, making for visually rich entertainment, and periodic humor adds to the story's momentum till the final battle sequence. It's slow starting, but the result is pleasing.