SarahNM

In every sense of the word! A few years ago I decided to reread the Chronicles straight through from 1 to 7. I then saw this series of movies based on the books. I couldn't have been more pleased. They clearly did all they could with their budget, and it really doesn't matter that it doesn't all look realistic. Narnia is whatever you want it to be, and if for you that means huge, overdone special effects, go ahead and complain that this one doesn't have them. But please, PLEASE recognize that this movie, and the series as a whole, captures the truly magical feel of the stories with reverence and grace. Do you remember how the four children react when they first hear Aslan's name, even though they don't know who he is? That was depicted gloriously in the film. Lucy's love for and belief in Aslan is so pure and fervent. She and all the other children played their parts beautifully. The coronation scene is all formality, pomp, and splendor - until the children being smiling and laughing when the Narnians cheer for them! I'm getting chills just thinking about this movie and its beautiful score. I only wish the series went beyond The Silver Chair! 10 out of 10, because this movie makes me believe in Narnia.