craiginhouston

The 'movie-snob' reviews almost kept me from watching this movie -- I'm glad I didn't listen to them. This was one of the most suspenseful movies I have seen in a long time. At one point I paused the movie to check outside because I thought I heard something -- the movie had me spooked and it takes a lot to get that kind of reaction out of me. There was an eerie feel that stayed with me through the entire movie and it had me guessing the entire time.

The movie could have been better -- there is an attempt to show some spiritual triumph for the main character and a love story that doesn't work, but the suspense and sci-fi elements alone make the movie a solid B and worth seeing.

I kept expecting to get bored but it never happened -- you're either introduced to new characters or a new enchanted forest or some fantastic new creature that keeps you wanting the movie to go on and on.

You'll take an interest in the characters, won't be disappointed by the plot's progression and be wowed by much of the cinematography.

Part Lord of the Rings, part Robin Hood (with Russell Crow) with a touch of Avatar fantasy.

I normally wait until the movie comes to DVD before watching, but this one is definitely worth seeing in the theater instead.

Don't miss it!