Don't see the movie if you haven't read the book

Rating: 7/10 (19 May 2006)

Do not watch the movie if you have not read the book! If you do, you'd be jipping yourself of the better of the two. Out of five stars, I give "The DaVinci Code" movie a three and a half. The movie, in general, is enjoyable to watch. The first 30 minutes can seems almost a blur, as many events go by really quickly. People who have not read the book will probably be like "What what what? What's happening?" I find the movie enjoyable bcuz it's nice to see things that you've made up in your imagination come to life visually. I would have liked to see a bit more chemistry between Langdon and Sofie. In the book there's this unspoken attraction between them that is not portrayed in the movie. I kinda missed that sexual tension, not that it takes anything in particular away from the movie. The ending of the movie, however, is actually better than the ending of the book, which kinda leaves you like "ahhh!!!!!" Also, there are some things that are shown in the movie, but not explained, like the very graphic sex rite. People who have not read the book may think it was a quick pornographic scene to make sure you're awake. The definitely needed to be more of that characteristic Dan Brown elaboration and explanation. In conclusion, the movie is worth seeing only if you've read the book. If you have already read the book, go see the movie. It's not something you'll have a carnal urge to see again, but it's just nice to see some of the scenes in the book come to life on a screen.