Magical

Rating: 10/10 (30 November 2004)

This movie is absolutely stunning. The visuals literally took my breath away throughout the film. The story is a classic that was handled with delicacy and grace in this adaptation. The filmmakers do an amazing job of capturing the Christmas spirit and making the nameless characters both realistic and memorable. Although some younger children might be frightened by the haunting nature of the film, I think most kids 6 and up will appreciate it's unique style. A movie like this should not be denied a cinematic experience. It is a perfect film for the holiday season and it would be a shame if bad timing and some unfair reviews kept audiences away. Don't miss this movie!