and the truth shall set you free

Rating: 8/10 (19 May 2006)

As with most people I was looking very forward in watching the Da Vinci Code. My anticipation was rather elevated taking into account the popularity of the novel where everybody I knew could not stop talking about it, as well as the controversy caused by its release.
Walking to a very rainy Leicester Square this morning I was greeted very peacefully by a news channel as well as religious campaigners.
As far as the film is concerned I would rate it as quite good. It has a marvellous cast, a second to none plot and it is directed very skilfully. From the very first scenes the audience is bound to enter the world of the book and you will be kept there until the very end.
The best part was its unpredictability. Every scene would offer a new twist and where you think it's all over.it is not.
Although I enjoyed the viewing and it is a film I have already recommended to friends and family I would not class it as an excellent (10/10) due to its ending which I found to be very anti-climax.
Furthermore and in my opinion the church's response has been rather exaggerated; it is clear where religious groups take offence but to me it is not a theme I would consider insulting to religion although everyone is entitled to their opinion.
My best advice is to watch this and think for yourself what it means to you.