Electrifying! It exceeded my expectations.

Rating: 10/10 (14 January 2006)

I first heard about the book six months ago and when I saw the movie last night, I was enchanted! The book, I understand, was written in the late-30s or early-40s, by the most famous Christian author of the 20th century.
Speaking half-facetiously, C. S. Lewis, the author, must have been on drugs when he wrote the book that this movie is based on. Regardless, this movie compares favorably to Tolkien's Hobbits. The fantasy world that Lewis created is similar to the one that Tolkien created. I mention this because it was an interesting coincidence to learn that Tolkien was a contemporary of Lewis.
I'm a relatively new (born again) Christian and as I learn more and more about Christianity, I encounter a vast and new sea of theologians and preachers. Their thoughts and opinions run the spectrum (of course) but this particular book, this specific one, stands out. I have not read the works of many other authors but I can confidently say that this one stands out.
The cinematography is excellent. The characters and everything else was first rate. The plot is simple and is based on the usual theme of good versus evil. Make no mistake about it though. It is illuminating and entertaining at the same time. There was never a dull moment. I salute everyone who participated in the creation of this classic and thank Mr. Lewis posthumously!