Not as bad as critics say

Rating: 8/10 (20 May 2006)

I won't get into the details of the movies, as most of you by now, know what the story is about.
I've read the book and I was excited to see this movie, but then I became disheartened after reading all the horrible reviews for the movie. However I went into the movie and was quite pleased with it. I'm not sure what the critics were complaining about, but I was entertained by the movie. I'm not sure if a lot of people are just expressing their displeasure with the subject matter instead of the movie itself.
Furthermore, one important thing I must point out is the balance it brings to both sides of the religious argument. There are statements made by Tom Hanks that bring balance to the religious argument that is going on about this book. Ron Howard didn't need to put that into the movie, but is a great touch and people who have some against this movie just because of their religious views, should see this movie for themselves.