This film is about a young boy discovering a book in a secret room, which is sought after by magical creatures.
I am afraid I did not enjoy "The Spiderwick Chronicles". Though the magical creatures are convincingly made by computer graphics, the plot is not interesting or engaging. The constant battles between bad creatures and humans do not add more thrill and suspense, but become tiring and repetitive. The two twins are annoying in the film, but the most annoying thing is that there is so much fuss about this book! The addition of the scenes geared towards adult viewers, such as the subplot about love and parental separation, are not so engaging at all. It is in fact better been left out, so that the film is more focused.
I thought it was a kids' story, but it is far too dark and violent to be enjoyed as a light hearted story. I am surprised that kids would like this and not get scared.
