awesome!

Rating: 8/10 (9 December 2005)

this was incredible! it stuck close to the book, without being boring. there was all the magic of the big screen, without detracting from the message. the music and camera work was amazingly dramatic. also, the scenery was absolutely breathtaking. and while at some points, you have to laugh at the sheer absurdity (ie when you first see the head of the "secret police" at Cair Paravel), overall the fantasy is as realistic as possible :). the theme stands out clearly and leaves you feeling satisfied. the casting was well done and Lucy is beyond adorable. the action builds well, the progression of events is in no way drastically altered from the book, the actors do an incredible job of conveying earnesty and intensity, and Aslan shines. all in all? this movie is every bit as powerful and enjoyable as i'd expect from something based on a work of C.S.Lewis