Very interesting and thought provoking.

Rating: 8/10 (21 May 2006)

The DaVinci Code is a well acted well written bit of fiction that brings up a lot of religious doctrine and explores theories behind Christianity and looks at what may have been left out of religious tenets. The key part of this sentence is "fiction". The loud critics of the film and book would do well to remember the word. The movie entertains even as it seemingly undermines the church (but not the faith) of the Christian world, all the while giving the viewers more information on the early days of church than most would have ever known otherwise. I was impressed by the acting on all levels and the complexity of the films elements. The puzzle solving sequences were beautifully done without being overdone. I found the ideas put forth in the movie fascinating and am intrigued by the take on the Holy Grail legend. With respect to the people who feel threatened by the film I would like to suggest that maybe its their own belief that is shaky and not the foundations of their church.