On a back foot before it started

Rating: 6/10 (31 May 2006)

I believe the reason the Da Vinci code has been so poorly received was that because the book was such a massive hit everyone who went to watch it had preconceived ideas about how the story would translate onto the screen. This also relates to Tom Hanks and his portrayal of Langdon. When you read a book you form opinions and mental images about the characters and how they would act should they come to life, Hanks was already on a losing streak before he uttered one word as people knew in their minds if he didn't match the image of Robert Langdon they had, it would be a massive failure.
I'm not saying the film was decent by any means, I was disappointed like most cinema goers but I don't feel the blame should lie on Hanks and Howard as a whole. In my opinion this should have never been made into a film and if you haven't read the book DO NOT go and see this film as you will almost certainly be asking for your money back.
I have also heard they are making Angels and Demons but I hope for all Dan Browns fans sakes this is not the case.