A great movie to see

Rating: 10/10 (19 May 2006)

This movie stood up and overcame the criticism. Many critics believe that Robert Langdon's (Tom Hanks) part felt flat in this movie. It was supposed to be a more serious role than we are used to with an incredible actor such as Tom Hanks. The acting gave off the impression of a very serious professor. That's is who Langdon was meant to be. Ian Mckllelan is the actor who brings the livelihood to the set. The same was in the book. The ability for a director to condense a 500 page book into 149 minutes is rare. Ron Howard did an exceptional job including all the major details. This movie was meant to be dark, serious, and overall thought provoking. And that is just what it did. Tom Hanks' performance as the professor brought the mood to the theater that this movie will get your mind actually thinking, a feat few movies have accomplished. Paul Bettany as Silas was thoroughly convincing. True to the book, it brings out the sense of deceit and confusion. Where does the fact begin and fiction end? I give this move 10 stars. A phenomenal cast along with great directing, make this movie a privilege to see. And, come on! Who doesn't love the dreads that Hanks is working? Huh?