Better than the critics say it is

Rating: 8/10 (20 May 2006)

I have seen a lot of write ups on this movie from critics who were not very kind to this movie. And, having seen the movie, I DO NOT understand why critics have been so harsh. I am guessing that a lot of the negative critiques have more to do with the authors' religious beliefs, rather than the quality/merit of this movie? I read the book. It was fabulous! A definite page turner. After hearing the critics pan this movie, I wasn't expecting much when I went to see the movie. The movie turned out to be sooo much better than I expected!! Although the movie could not include all the details of the book, it covered the most important ones. And, in a way that everyone could understand and keep up. This movie is a bit long, and though there were a few slow spots, overall, I truly enjoyed this movie. I would definitely recommend it. I was definitely NOT disappointed.