From Someone Who Didn't Like the Original Books

Rating: 8/10 (23 March 2002)

At least it was better than the books. I hated the books. What this movie did for me was reveal how closely the story follows "The Wizard Of Oz" (L. Frank Baum's book, not the movie), although I guess most quest stories pretty much follow a similar formula. What I find interesting is how the most recent comments seem to be somewhat negative; perhaps that is to be expected from latecomers. So, if you haven't seen "Lord of the Rings" by now, chances are good that you won't be too impressed by it.