Wonderful

Rating: 10/10 (10 October 2006)

I understand when people leave comments about how this movie isn't quite 100% C. S. Lewis's work. But that's just it: it isn't C. S. Lewis's work. It's not going to match the book exactly no matter how well the script is written, no matter how incredible the actors are, and no matter how phenomenal the CG is. I am a huge fan of reading, and particularly C. S. Lewis. I used to get very upset and angry at film makers when they didn't stay true to a book that I loved. But I'm also an actress and ever since I've moved from stage to film I've found a greater respect for the art. It's not fair at all to expect the film makers to make a movie exactly like the book. It gives them no room to breathe or use their imagination. Which is why we're all in this business: so we can be the creative people we are. I'm perfectly fine, especially with this movie, if the overall feeling that the book gives when all is done stays the same. And it did. It's perfect. I still have that same rush and happiness that I feel every time I finish the books.
And to another very rude comment about the Stone Table scene. Hello!!! Of course it's going to seem like The Passion!! It's a symbol of the death of Christ.
Now onto the actual film. I thought it was incredible. The acting was very impressive, especially the children. I really felt like I entered a magical land. Everything was just amazing. That's all I can say. I am definitely looking forward to seeing more in years to come.