Far exceeded all my expectations

Rating: 10/10 (11 December 2005)

I grew up on Narnia and have enjoyed The Chronicles as a child and as an adult. I was thrilled to hear they were making a full length feature film. On my way to the theater, I worried that the film would not meet my expectations because they were very high, partly because of the film's hype and partly because I wanted this beloved tale to be told better than any movie has told its tale.
From the moment the film began, I was captivated. The cast was brilliantly chosen and delivered the story beautifully. The cinematic flow was perfectly paced and held the attention of all my children (ages 5-13)through the end and then some. We can't stop talking about it. As much as we enjoy the Harry Potter movies, this movie seems to have more depth and less fear. The music was great, too.
I highly recommend this movie to people of all ages except perhaps those under 5; it is a story that will keep everyone interested and have them thinking long afterward about courage, honor, and sacrifice. I can't wait to see it again.