The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe
Buena Vista Pictures | Release Date: December 9, 2005
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FrankO.Feb 4, 2006
An excellent flim about CS Lewis' classic tale of the battle between good and evil. Really enjoyed this movie, good young cast who played good but flawed characters. Highly recommended.
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ErikS.Feb 1, 2006
Great! Very close to the book! I love the movie!
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CaptainSpauldingJan 30, 2006
Excellent movie. Enjoyable by both children and adults. This movie had action, suspense, beautiful cinematography and great special effects (congrats WETA). It was a little on the violent side for very small kids, but the rest should love Excellent movie. Enjoyable by both children and adults. This movie had action, suspense, beautiful cinematography and great special effects (congrats WETA). It was a little on the violent side for very small kids, but the rest should love it! It was what I expected and more. My wife was very pleased as well, and she's a big Narnia fan! Great flick and we can't wait to see the next one! Rated highly.… Expand
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DavidS.Jan 28, 2006
dull and lifeless. the books were not particularly for mature audiences... the movie is the same
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TimD.Jan 28, 2006
Though it has aspects I appreciated (Liam Neeson, Tilda Swinton in the battle sequences, the youngest of the children) and moments I enjoyed very much (the use of silence and the heartbeat at the beginning of the battle sequence), overall I Though it has aspects I appreciated (Liam Neeson, Tilda Swinton in the battle sequences, the youngest of the children) and moments I enjoyed very much (the use of silence and the heartbeat at the beginning of the battle sequence), overall I found it thin, lacking weight and power -- a genuine disappointment. This film doesn't even begin to compare with any one of Peter Jackson's Ring trilogy.… Expand
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GandaS.Jan 25, 2006
Very good! The Film was so great and really inspiring. It has lots of moral lessons..... I loved it especially Peter who looked good and handsome... That was one of the greatest film I've ever had.
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ChristineW.Jan 24, 2006
I expected it to be better, especially in the effects and CGI department. There were way too many scenes that looked so fake.
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GrantN.Jan 16, 2006
An interesting movie that was fairly well-made would have been better with more intense battle sequences and a PG-13 rating.
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ChuckM.Jan 14, 2006
This was a perfectly fine movie. It was an entertaining way to spent a couple of hours.
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GonzoJan 14, 2006
Not bad .Not bad. The film doesnt carry much adrenaline as "Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire" does,but you have to accept the gorgeus scenery and plot to fully enjoy the film.I liked how it used symbols for biblical characters.Lucy Not bad .Not bad. The film doesnt carry much adrenaline as "Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire" does,but you have to accept the gorgeus scenery and plot to fully enjoy the film.I liked how it used symbols for biblical characters.Lucy Pevensie's role was the best one;I mean,all of them were great its really hard to narrow down one of them!But I just couldnt help something about the gilr who plays Lucy.You cant actually notice her facial expression.There were times I couldnt difference If she was crying,or smiling.But oh well.The action was great and my favorite character must be Peter.In overall,a good film.… Expand
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StephRJan 14, 2006
Best Movie Ever!
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AzaanV.Jan 14, 2006
LOTR but it was changed so kids could understand. not good for anyone that questions stuff. you just have to believe everything fully to enjoy the movie. many anomolies.
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RebeccaS.S.Jan 14, 2006
Actually to be honest this movie is a 12. Wonderful all around, smart, frightening and Joyous.
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ChristineP.Jan 14, 2006
An incredible adventure that pulls you right in! A future classic, for sure.
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JaredO.Jan 13, 2006
This is a great movie, however, the reason this doesnt get a 10 is because it does lag in some parts. The special effects are Breathtakingly amazing, i mean, WOW. The movie is Very true to the book, with a little pdding added in. This movie This is a great movie, however, the reason this doesnt get a 10 is because it does lag in some parts. The special effects are Breathtakingly amazing, i mean, WOW. The movie is Very true to the book, with a little pdding added in. This movie is Definetly worth seeing.… Expand
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ErinH.Jan 13, 2006
The movie was quite welldone and I loved it! The best part about it was that it really portayed how the Witch represented Satan and how Aslan represented Jesus Christ who died on the cross for our sins just like Aslan gave hislife and died The movie was quite welldone and I loved it! The best part about it was that it really portayed how the Witch represented Satan and how Aslan represented Jesus Christ who died on the cross for our sins just like Aslan gave hislife and died freely for Edmunds sin.… Expand
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MarkB.Jan 12, 2006
Although the Christian overtones and symbolism of C. S. Lewis's beloved children's fantasy series are unmistakable, it's a tribute to his remarkable skills as an author that my fourth grade teacher read us the entire book in Although the Christian overtones and symbolism of C. S. Lewis's beloved children's fantasy series are unmistakable, it's a tribute to his remarkable skills as an author that my fourth grade teacher read us the entire book in class--and only later on did I learn that she was an agnostic. For that matter, Flick Filosopher MaryAnn Johansen, who frequently declares herself an atheist (and ranked The Passion of the Christ the worst film of 2004!) loved this movie version anyway. As well she should--it's both epic and intimate in scope, terrifically moving, funny and exciting...and in the year of Harry Potter 4 and Star Wars 6, or 3, or whatever, I thought this was second only to King Kong as the best fantasy film of the year. My worries about Shrek and Shrek 2 director Andrew Adamson taking the helm proved to be unfounded; I was afraid he'd muck the source material up with cheap pop-culture and in-joke references, but he's stayed remarkably faithful to the time, place and tone of Lewis's material...not even yielding to the temptation to modify some of the more obscure Britishisms. (When's the last time YOU picked up some 'Turkish delight' at your local See's candy store?) Children Peter, Edmund, Susan and Lucy (the latter played by Georgie Henley, who possesses both the requisite acting chops AND adorableness in equal and abundant quantities), sent to the country by their mother during the worst of World War II, discover a magical wardrobe that transports them to the Land of Narnia, a kingdom of talking animals led by the heroic, Christ-like lion Aslan, who's doing battle against the White Witch (Tilda Swinton, one of the rare actors who has played both an angelic figure--in Constantine--and a demonic one in the same calendar year). The Crucifixion, the Resurrection and the Book of Revelation are all represented throughout the battle, and so is Judas' betrayal, which intriguingly plays out with somewhat different results here than in the Gospels. Liam Neeson voices Aslan with great authority and warmth (and I'm grateful that his recent portrayal of the controversial Dr. Alfred Kinsey didn't automatically remove him from the short list for this role), while Swinton is remarkably sly, subtle and perhaps in keeping with her role as a master temptress, sexier than I've ever seen her onscreen. And I loved what has to be the strongest portrayal of a loving, affectionate married couple onscreen in years--even if they DO happen to be a pair of beavers! Faithful churchgoers and nonbelievers alike will be thrilled at the elaborate, intense (but not at all gory) action sequences, but I especially warmed up to The Chronicles of Narnia's superbly confident, deliberate pacing: without ever, ever dragging, it moves along at its own speed, constantly sparking viewers of all ages to ask, "And then what? And then what? What happens next?" So many recent fantasy, science fiction, action or adventure films have bludgeoned us with Michael Bay-style cacaphonies of noisome CGI images that it's a real pleasure--no, a JOY--to watch a film like The Chronicles of Narnia as it restores a seemingly lost art: that of simply telling us a terrific story.… Expand
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TomM.Jan 12, 2006
Very good movie.
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RodrigoB.Jan 11, 2006
Good movie. Since I read all Narnia books, I was quite excited when I saw the movie. Unfortunately, I can´t give it a 10. I felt everything happened too fast, as if the director was forced to put every character and each one of their Good movie. Since I read all Narnia books, I was quite excited when I saw the movie. Unfortunately, I can´t give it a 10. I felt everything happened too fast, as if the director was forced to put every character and each one of their actions into 2 hours of film. The book has another taste... much better taste.… Expand
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FDLHJan 11, 2006
I can't believe this film got such a high mark. It's extremely mawkish, simplistic, full of cinematographic commonplaces, clichés, and is sexist in many ways (queen =evil, king=young boy (although the sister discovered I can't believe this film got such a high mark. It's extremely mawkish, simplistic, full of cinematographic commonplaces, clichés, and is sexist in many ways (queen =evil, king=young boy (although the sister discovered everything in the first place)=good). In the end, it comes out as very common and trite. Mind you, the book is too, so why should the film be any better?… Expand
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fionad.Jan 9, 2006
It was good but when they had the battle and Edmund gets stabbed by the white witch he doesn't even bleed.
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DavidJan 9, 2006
I was captivated by the magic, the wonder, AND the lessons about honor, courage, and defending these principles. And I'm 44 years old. Excellent movie, for adults AND children (over age 6 or 7).
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TimB.Jan 8, 2006
The only thing that saves this film is the special effects. The acting could be the worst I have seen in years. I am utterly confused how anyone could sit through a classic story, and see it portraited so poorly, and not be outraged. Disappointing.
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ATopJan 7, 2006
What a waste of $10- boring and stupid. Oh, and stupid.
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NickG.Jan 7, 2006
Made everybody feel good. People even clapped in my theatre, which I have never seen before.
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AlfonsoL.Jan 7, 2006
Aun no he leido los libros, y aunque sencilla, la pelicula me parece bastante entretenida, la vi 2 veces (como con 15 dias de diferencia) y mantuve el interes en ambas oportunidades.
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AleH.Jan 6, 2006
It's Fantastic... already seen it 3 times, happily would go the fourth!!
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NelC.Jan 6, 2006
I just read Jonathan H's review, and thought, wow, what a biased and jaded review. Listen, there is no mention of Jesus in the entire movie, or even God. If you don't tell your children the story of Jesus, then they won't even I just read Jonathan H's review, and thought, wow, what a biased and jaded review. Listen, there is no mention of Jesus in the entire movie, or even God. If you don't tell your children the story of Jesus, then they won't even think that the story has religious overtones. How can a story that has no mention of God in it be religious unless someone tells you it is? If you're an athiest, then you think Christianity is a myth, which is what this movie is--a myth. If you're a Christian, then you can relate what you believe in to the movie. That said, this movie is entertaining, and not a lot more. It is just fun to watch. If you're looking to watch a emotionally complicated movie, then this is not it. This movie is for fans of fantasy. This movie does not push Christian beliefs on you unless you want it too. If you don't read into the movie too much, then I think the movie is enjoyable.… Expand
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WilderS.Jan 5, 2006
Hurrah! The crusades are back! Let's start a war with "evil" so we can be Kings! Watch out for that little boy. He's not blond and he has a cold sore!
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CarlE.Jan 5, 2006
Boring... deadly dull. Only the special effects made this movie at all interesting. The acting was second-rate... worthy of a high school play at best.
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KandrasM.Jan 5, 2006
Excellent, better than I could have imagined a remake would be. I loved the White WItch, she was so entranting.
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MichaelJan 4, 2006
One word: "Magical". This is a very magical movie for both the young and old. It made me feel like a kid again. ;) Can't beat that feeling. TWO Thumbs Up.
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PaulF.Jan 3, 2006
I like the movie so much more than the book. The book seemed childish and simplistic. The special effects and the acting really helped flush out the ideas. I'm not a christian but I thought the ideology was expressed in an entertaining I like the movie so much more than the book. The book seemed childish and simplistic. The special effects and the acting really helped flush out the ideas. I'm not a christian but I thought the ideology was expressed in an entertaining and thoughtful way. I rate this movie almost on par with the Lord of the Rings. I pains me to say this but good job Disney.… Expand
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BrittanyS.Jan 3, 2006
I thoruly enjoyed this movie. It was one of the best ones I saw this year!
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CarolS.Jan 3, 2006
The youngest child was delightful and the best actor of the group. Peter was pretty wooden. Why did Susan carry a bow an arrow if not to use it? Did she in fact have any function in this movie? The plot was lame. The White Witch was the most The youngest child was delightful and the best actor of the group. Peter was pretty wooden. Why did Susan carry a bow an arrow if not to use it? Did she in fact have any function in this movie? The plot was lame. The White Witch was the most interesting and best played role. Unfortunately, one can't learn from the storyline why she is in power or why she should relinquish it.… Expand
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MarkJan 3, 2006
Enjoyable at times but plodding at others. the acting was a bit stiff - although the Pevensie's were casted well.
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SouE.Jan 2, 2006
A religious war oriented movie, teaching young kids how to be good soldiers, good evangelists, disguised in a Harry Potter style... I feel a shamed to have given a contribution with my ticket price to a massive production of evangelists A religious war oriented movie, teaching young kids how to be good soldiers, good evangelists, disguised in a Harry Potter style... I feel a shamed to have given a contribution with my ticket price to a massive production of evangelists brainwashers.… Expand
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TheDigglerJan 2, 2006
Such a shame this film turned out to be so flat and boring. The kids fit the parts well and the impression of Narnia was nicely done, Mr Tumnus in particular was well done and very near to the book. I have to appreciate the effort made here Such a shame this film turned out to be so flat and boring. The kids fit the parts well and the impression of Narnia was nicely done, Mr Tumnus in particular was well done and very near to the book. I have to appreciate the effort made here to make this film as close to the book as possible, especially considering the farce that was the Return of the King two years ago. There just wasn't enough of the emoitional impact felt from reading these books translated on to the big screen. This can be best seen in Aslan. Not impressive, grand, or wonderous in the least, just a big animated lion. As much as I like Liam Neeson I think Brian Cox would have done a far better job. Hopefully the next film(s) in the series will be more emotional.… Expand
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DecepticonPomJan 2, 2006
Wasn't expecting great things beforehand but absolutely LOVED it.
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RobertJan 1, 2006
An entertaining favorite. Manages to catch the magic without current Hollywood hype. Warning: not for younger children. Adults will love it too.
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RobertL.Jan 1, 2006
Good effects, true to the book, acting is average. This one must be seen in the theater.
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SammyZeeJan 1, 2006
Good plot but some of it i think was kinda um... cheesy and about that Aslan guy coming back to life well that was an explicit Jesus reference and why wasn't there Chanukah Harry AND Santa Claus. They would be good friends.
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SamD.Jan 1, 2006
Great story, great acting, and great special effects.
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HarryD.Jan 1, 2006
I'm only 7 and I really liked it.
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AllisonC.Dec 31, 2005
I love this movie so much. It's sad,happy and funny all at the same time. I just feel like seeing it again and again.
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JorgeP.Dec 31, 2005
The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe was great it was one of the best movies I have ever seen. I wish the very best for the upcoming film Prince Caspian on Christmas 2007.
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BenCDec 31, 2005
First off... WHAT RELIGIOUS OVERTONES? If you're holding off seeing this movie because of all the talk of religion being in it - don't, it's just hype by the media looking for something to say. Just because a character comes First off... WHAT RELIGIOUS OVERTONES? If you're holding off seeing this movie because of all the talk of religion being in it - don't, it's just hype by the media looking for something to say. Just because a character comes back from the dead doesn't mean it's a Jesus flick. How many movies have included a resurrection - why are we considering this one different? Why not the Terminator robot too? Because CS Lewis was religious? So what! Newsflash for all religious types seeing Jesus in Aslan... did big J ever raise an army (of talking beavers no less) and engage in violence? No. If it were really a parallel to Christian values Aslan would be peacefully walking the land teaching the animals how to love the wolves and minotaurs, etc. I think you projectionist folks may need to reread your material. You're discrediting both sources. Anyway - sorry had to get that off my chest. This is a decent fantasy adventure flick, but I totally agree with other assesments that the acting is poor and the character development scenes aren't there. Not too surprising since they're not really in the book either, but it was Adamson's chance to grow the story and sadly he didn't. As much as I love Liam Neeson, I would have prefered a different voicing for Aslan... that character is just not as powerful as he is in the book. And though it's true to the book (which is better) seeing Father Christmas hand out weapons to kids is just kinda weird. But then the whole story is. It's fun... with NO additional meanings to it than what you bring with you into the theatre. :)… Expand
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CaseyG.Dec 30, 2005
Very,very good acting, costumes, and plot. This went almost strait from the book and really sucks you into the plot.
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ArielGDec 30, 2005
I found this movie fairly entertaining. The acting and the CGI was okay as well, not great but not too bad either. My only real complaint is the religious themes constantly being pushed throughout the movie. The older sister Susan is I found this movie fairly entertaining. The acting and the CGI was okay as well, not great but not too bad either. My only real complaint is the religious themes constantly being pushed throughout the movie. The older sister Susan is constantly made to look like an idiot and fool in every scene because she is logical and has no faith (which I think is a jab at atheists and non-Christians), yet oldest brother Peter and youngest Lucy always succeed because they always 'follow their hearts' and do things on blind faith. This movie won't beat Lord of The Rings (any of the trilogy) as the best fantasy movie, but it's an good film if you ignore all the underlying messages and just watch the movie for what it could've been, a piece of entertainment.… Expand
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MeganDec 30, 2005
It was brill.
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KateMDec 30, 2005
It's amazing, I've seen it three times! I'm a huge fan of the books and practicaly grew up on the BBC version of the movie, but this was much better than even I imagined it. Long live Aslan!
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matthewp.Dec 29, 2005
This movie is great for kids but shouldn't be considered adult material. The young actors barely manage to get their lines out clearly and the overal affect of the movie is less than skin deep.
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RaenetteL.Dec 29, 2005
WONDERFUL TO WATCH, FAITHFUL TO THE BOOK IN ALMOST ALL RESPECTS. I EXPECTED TO FEEL THE "GOLDEN MAGIC" OF THE LION A LITTLE MORE THAN I DID.
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philipt.Dec 28, 2005
Good, but Kong is better!
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DanC.Dec 27, 2005
As the negative reviews on this site attest, you never can account for taste. I for one thought this was an excellent film. I particularly liked the young actors in all of the roles, and I'm very surprised to see some reviewers focusing As the negative reviews on this site attest, you never can account for taste. I for one thought this was an excellent film. I particularly liked the young actors in all of the roles, and I'm very surprised to see some reviewers focusing on them for poor acting. As an adult who loved the books as a child, this faithful rendering was a true delight, as well as genuinely moving. Highly recommended.… Expand
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SteveS.Dec 27, 2005
This Film is the best Film I have seen all year!
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BillJ.Dec 27, 2005
Drudgery, religious gobbledeegook.
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FlonkelD.Dec 26, 2005
Very shallow character development.
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JasonDec 26, 2005
What an awfully boring and amaturish movie! The acting of the kids was at the level of soap operas. The effects looked really bad compared to the best examples. In one scene where the four kids are supposed to stand on this snowy natural What an awfully boring and amaturish movie! The acting of the kids was at the level of soap operas. The effects looked really bad compared to the best examples. In one scene where the four kids are supposed to stand on this snowy natural rock bridge, they are overlaid against the sky and it looks like the movie was done in the 60s! The movie is both boring and rushed, I don't know how they managed this!… Expand
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JonathanH.Dec 26, 2005
Disney
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RoyMDec 25, 2005
I found the scenes to be entertaining, but "thin." By that I mean that there was not a lot of development to set them up. It fell short of what could have been an epic. The actress playing the White Witch was excellent! Clearly the best I found the scenes to be entertaining, but "thin." By that I mean that there was not a lot of development to set them up. It fell short of what could have been an epic. The actress playing the White Witch was excellent! Clearly the best acting, especially compared to the average effort put in by the kids.… Expand
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EdS.Dec 24, 2005
A glimpse into the fantastic world of Narnia. I haven't read the books, but I can't wait for the rumored sequel, "Prince Caspian". This is a great movie with good morals, not just for kids. I can't say enough about the A glimpse into the fantastic world of Narnia. I haven't read the books, but I can't wait for the rumored sequel, "Prince Caspian". This is a great movie with good morals, not just for kids. I can't say enough about the excellent cinematography and effects. The kids acted appropriately for their age, and that's perfect. Compare these performances to the kid from the recent "War of the Worlds" whose acting is way beyond her age.… Expand
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Rev.RikardDec 24, 2005
In contrast to other films that attempt to adapt a well written book to the big screen, this materpiece of C.S. Lewis has been faithfully respected. Little "artistic license" was taken; consequently the original intent of Lewis has remained In contrast to other films that attempt to adapt a well written book to the big screen, this materpiece of C.S. Lewis has been faithfully respected. Little "artistic license" was taken; consequently the original intent of Lewis has remained intact. Andrew Adamson has not only remained true to Lewis' Christian theology in this delightful metaphor, but has done it in such a way that even non-Christians can enjoy this movie. It is a "morality play" for virture, honor, sacrifice and loyalty are the story line. These are universal values to which everyone from every walk of life, and every theological persuasion can identify and embrace as worthy of "bringing to life" in film. The only criticism I had was the lack of wonder in the characters portrayted by the children. I never quite saw that "twinkle in the eye" or that childlike curiosity one would expect if visiting a magical wonderland like Narnia. Still, during this holiday season this is a great movie to see with an older child, or just as an adult that needs a little wonder in their holiday. Whether one agrees with the theology of C.S. Lewis or not, this film is a delightful diversion from the shopping mall.… Expand
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nickp.Dec 23, 2005
Was the year's best.
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MeganI.Dec 23, 2005
Simply splendid. The best movie of the year. Finally something else than car chases, shootings, and cleavages.
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lynnl.Dec 23, 2005
There's no solid or substantial central theme. The story was not suitable for a movie in the first place. The children's acting ranged from average to poor. Movie became kind of dry halfway while I was watching. Unless you've There's no solid or substantial central theme. The story was not suitable for a movie in the first place. The children's acting ranged from average to poor. Movie became kind of dry halfway while I was watching. Unless you've watched genuinely great movies before, you'd probably think this movie is good. In short, an overly glamorous effort to dramatise an otherwise classic story.… Expand
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SwethDec 23, 2005
Another review mentions that "you'll laugh and you'll cry", which was very true when I saw the movie--people couldn't help but laugh at the ridiculous death scene of the dwarf, and I wanted to cry at the end over the hours of Another review mentions that "you'll laugh and you'll cry", which was very true when I saw the movie--people couldn't help but laugh at the ridiculous death scene of the dwarf, and I wanted to cry at the end over the hours of my life that had just been wasted. It was impressive how poorly made this movie was. The acting, which was probably the best part of the movie, was mediocre at best. The "plot" (which was never very complex in the book, and thus should have been fairly simple to adapt into a movie) was reduced to a series of rushed scenes with no real coherence, and it was obvious which scenes (like the crossing of the river or Lucy one-upping Susan during target practice) had been added by the scriptwriters to try to "jazz up" the plot, because those were by far the most leaden and pointless; the scriptwriters also managed to squeeze out every trace of the one thing that really made the book interesting--the internal struggles of the kids. Even the CGI was miserable; I've seen movies from the 70s with less artificial backgrounds.… Expand
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AndrewBDec 22, 2005
After taking an hour just to get all of the children into Narnia, I must say I was ready to leave the theater already. The film was very poorly done. Weak script, weak acting, weak music, weak effects. The sets all looked cheap, and the only After taking an hour just to get all of the children into Narnia, I must say I was ready to leave the theater already. The film was very poorly done. Weak script, weak acting, weak music, weak effects. The sets all looked cheap, and the only really good scene was the battle scene at the end. I expected a movie that pushed the boundaries on what an "epic" film can be and ended up seeing what an "epic" disaster that the Chronicles of Narnia was.… Expand
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someoneyoudon'tknowDec 22, 2005
I thought this movie was really incredible. I can't wait for the DVD. I saw it with some friends and we all loved it. My best friend was cutting off the circulation in my arm half the time. Once we both jumped an inch in the air. The I thought this movie was really incredible. I can't wait for the DVD. I saw it with some friends and we all loved it. My best friend was cutting off the circulation in my arm half the time. Once we both jumped an inch in the air. The costumes are incredible, and so is the setting. The casting was great, too. I can't say anything bad about it.… Expand
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ChrisCDec 21, 2005
This has to be my favorite movie of all time! I've seen it twice now and both times been absolutely engulfed by its effects, music (which was particularly stunning), storyling, and the fact that CS Lewis is just a genious. If you This has to be my favorite movie of all time! I've seen it twice now and both times been absolutely engulfed by its effects, music (which was particularly stunning), storyling, and the fact that CS Lewis is just a genious. If you enjoyed the movie, also consider giving the books a run!… Expand
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ScottCDec 21, 2005
Fell asleep during the showing... In the middle of the day. The attraction to this useless tale is beyond me.
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StacyRDec 20, 2005
Is this what passes for grand entertianment these days? Trite acting and poor special effects? Disney poured a gigantic budget into the near failure of the year, and it shows how they had no clue on how to spend it. An editor, composer, and Is this what passes for grand entertianment these days? Trite acting and poor special effects? Disney poured a gigantic budget into the near failure of the year, and it shows how they had no clue on how to spend it. An editor, composer, and most of all director would have been a good start. Then we can move onto replacing the cast with leads that can actually do more than read off lines like a computer. A cold waste of film.… Expand
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MelanieGDec 20, 2005
Narnia was a wonderful movie. I can't say enough good things about it. C.S. Lewis didn't want his book to be made into a movie but I think that if he saw this dramatic presentation he would absolutely love it.
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neckyb.Dec 20, 2005
It was great!
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AlexDec 19, 2005
Well, i wasn't quite Lord of the Rings, but it was still pretty good. it was like a family- oriented LOTR.
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ScotDec 19, 2005
Only gets a two because the amazing possibilties alluded to in Tilda Swinton's performance. Had the script been better, she would have been amazing- as it was, she was the only good thing in a mess. Child actors all very unappealing- Only gets a two because the amazing possibilties alluded to in Tilda Swinton's performance. Had the script been better, she would have been amazing- as it was, she was the only good thing in a mess. Child actors all very unappealing- Aslan disappointing and more in the spirit of summer Hollywood crap than the strange amalgam of mythology and religion that Lewis wrote.… Expand
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BrittanyL.Dec 19, 2005
This was a good movies..even tho it was long...i read the bok and didnt remember it so yea...it was good so see it..but it is for younger people.
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RaDDec 19, 2005
Awesome movie! I absolutely loved it!
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TedHDec 19, 2005
Ah, the old Disney game. Find the quickest, safest, easiest route to an adaptation, and profit will follow. However, will good cinema also follow? In the case of Narnia, the simple answer is No. A shame, as the movie has all of the right Ah, the old Disney game. Find the quickest, safest, easiest route to an adaptation, and profit will follow. However, will good cinema also follow? In the case of Narnia, the simple answer is No. A shame, as the movie has all of the right elements, but none of the ambition and nowhere near the talent needed to bring the tale to life. Forgettable.… Expand
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ranic.Dec 18, 2005
I had really bad seats (front row, far right) and I still thought this movie was one of the best fantasy movies to date. I read the books as a kid and it was awesome to see the story visually depicted. The film was vibrant and exciting and I had really bad seats (front row, far right) and I still thought this movie was one of the best fantasy movies to date. I read the books as a kid and it was awesome to see the story visually depicted. The film was vibrant and exciting and the costume design was great. However, I was suprised to see how gruesome and morbid some of the scenes in this Disney movie were - that was the only real turn off for me - because it pretty much a kid's movie. But the best part of the movie is that it does what a movie is supposed to - brings you into a whole other imaginary world that is completely real while you are in the theater.… Expand
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AslanDec 18, 2005
I love this movie. The cj was perfect in my eyes, and it the best book movie i've ever seen. I've seen Peter Pan, ALL the Harry Potters, The Lord of the Rings, Ella Enchanted, Holes, Jurrasic Park, and TONS more, and this one beats I love this movie. The cj was perfect in my eyes, and it the best book movie i've ever seen. I've seen Peter Pan, ALL the Harry Potters, The Lord of the Rings, Ella Enchanted, Holes, Jurrasic Park, and TONS more, and this one beats all. I've read the book, and I think that while is was not the truest to the book, it does not matter because it still fits. I love animals and this one pulled off talking animals very well.… Expand
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AlissaL.Dec 17, 2005
Best movie I've seen in a long time. It's renewed my faith in movies, the crap they've been putting out thus far is laughable in its absurdity. Thanks for the long drink of cool water that is The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe.!!!!
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SDec 16, 2005
J.ust wrote long review of how horrible this movie is, lost it, not bothering again. boring, with v.hateable child actors.
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StephaneF.Dec 16, 2005
At heart, this is a young-person's film. But so were C.S. Lewis's books, and the filmmakers captured their spirit brilliantly.
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SpongeeeK.Dec 16, 2005
Fantastic! Has graphics and a soul too.
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DarrylD.Dec 16, 2005
In Narnia, you break up. The bits that were you go speeding toward the light with everyone to see. True, it's only oblivion, and you had it before. But in Narnia, it merges with a unique endeavor to bring to bloom the million petalled In Narnia, you break up. The bits that were you go speeding toward the light with everyone to see. True, it's only oblivion, and you had it before. But in Narnia, it merges with a unique endeavor to bring to bloom the million petalled flower of being reborn. Timeless, Eternal, and True.… Expand
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LaraP.Dec 16, 2005
Just another film that does no justice to it's literature version. Although some scenes were nice to look at, purely for visual pleasure, the children lacked emotion, the witch fell flat, and the story was devoid of adventure. Even for Just another film that does no justice to it's literature version. Although some scenes were nice to look at, purely for visual pleasure, the children lacked emotion, the witch fell flat, and the story was devoid of adventure. Even for children it lacks the spirit that kids need these days.… Expand
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DebbieG.Dec 15, 2005
Incredibly imaginative, and true to the novel. The animal.mythological character armies were amazing.
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lyrab.Dec 15, 2005
Best movie ever!! very well done.
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TimMDec 14, 2005
This movie kinda blew.... king kong was waaaaaay better. Narnia was boring and the f/x were kinda crappy, too. Can I use the word "contrived" for a fantasy picture.... i just did.
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JoshM.Dec 14, 2005
I think the movie showed a great deal of adventure for kids who needed it to get by why they were away from their parents.
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vladimirp.Dec 14, 2005
Ridiculous, boring, predictable, not for kids to much violence, not for adults not enough violence, bad fx, bad music, annoying actors especialy the little girl, i hate animals, stupid plot, worse ending, long. what can i say.
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JulienC.Dec 13, 2005
I can't believe some people gave it a 4, this is a joke... the movie is good and even though it does sometimes follow some patterns that were used over and over again, it's overall a very good movie that people will enjoy a lot. go I can't believe some people gave it a 4, this is a joke... the movie is good and even though it does sometimes follow some patterns that were used over and over again, it's overall a very good movie that people will enjoy a lot. go there, don't even think that you'll get bored. it's a good value for the price of a movie ticket.… Expand
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LukeEDec 13, 2005
Absolutely devoid of talent or... well, that's it. Shots and film editing were handled like a freshman at film school, and the special effects looked like stock animations (and at times, b.g. images seemed prerendered liked a Hitchcock Absolutely devoid of talent or... well, that's it. Shots and film editing were handled like a freshman at film school, and the special effects looked like stock animations (and at times, b.g. images seemed prerendered liked a Hitchcock car ride). The costumes were shabby, as though taken from the dressing room of a community theatre, polished up, and dry-cleaned before shooting. And beginning with an air raid? For a moment I thought I had entered the wrong theatre. I'm not sure who approved this script, but fire them. No clear plot structre, a desperate hook (air raid) -- I'm not even sure which scene was intended to be the climax. It's a very casual, classic structure Lewis used, and for any writer to find it hard to adapt is simply laughable -- as is this film. A simple fantasy should not be handled as an epic. It only makes it sluggish. Oh, I'd nearly forgotten the grating soundtrack! Were the sound editor's headphones broken that he continued cranking up the score? Or was this an experiment in cramming unwanted emotion into the audience's ears and hoping to reach our bored little hearts?… Expand
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DavidODec 13, 2005
After enduring long lines filled with eager children and and annoyed adults, I finally made it into the theater for the opening credits of this movie. Here's my recap of the movie: Zzzzzz . A total waste of time and money. If this movie After enduring long lines filled with eager children and and annoyed adults, I finally made it into the theater for the opening credits of this movie. Here's my recap of the movie: Zzzzzz . A total waste of time and money. If this movie had come out five years ago, I might have actually enjoyed this movie. But with films like the Harry Potter series and best of all the Lord of the Rings trilogy, one can't help but compare The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe to these outstanding films. And when you do, The lion, the witch and the wardrobe only comes up mediocre. This films steels so much from previous films, it's not like watching a new movie. As a fan of the BOOK series, I can't help but be disgusted by the lost potential. Do yourself a favor and wait for King Kong to come out!… Expand
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HarryB.Dec 13, 2005
Pretty good, better than the Harry Potter movies. I've yet to read the books, but this reminded me of LotR meets the Neverending Story, which is a great combination, though certainly those two are better movies.
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S.T.KellyDec 12, 2005
I felt that with better editing and cinematography the film could have been much punchier. As it was I found it mushy and lackluster. Except for Aslan and Lucy. And the battle.
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oscare.Dec 12, 2005
Very predictable and slow.poor quality images,very poor digital landscapes,boring and long,what a waste of time!
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WakoJakoDec 12, 2005
About as perfect as it could be. Charming and effective. True, there are some obvious effects that work better than others. And there are some obvious similarities to Lord of the Rings, on a minor scale. But who cares. The movie works. The About as perfect as it could be. Charming and effective. True, there are some obvious effects that work better than others. And there are some obvious similarities to Lord of the Rings, on a minor scale. But who cares. The movie works. The children are incredible, and the whole thing is absolutely charming. Just Charming.… Expand
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EricS.Dec 12, 2005
This probably was the best movie of the year for me! Very Well Done! Highly recomended.
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