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The Golden Compass

The Golden Compass Review



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Amazing fantasy story about love and friendship.
5 star rating

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Pros

    Interesting characters, Cute talking animal, Good effects

Cons
    Not for young children, Sets up the sequel

DEC
22
2007
Before watching "The Golden Compass", I didn't know much about the story.  There was talk among myself, friends, and even journalists about the controversy surrounding the film.  It was meant to appeal to youngster like "The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe" did; but rather than being a story about Christianity, it was meant to be a story about Athiesm.  I was a little concerned, but curious.  As a Christian, I love God with all of my heart; but as a human being, I believe that everyone is entitled to their own opinions. 

When the movie began, I was impressed with the special effects and the adorable animals that were called "daemons".  I didn't like the name of that exactly.  The little actors/actresses were cute too.  I understand how this could be viewed as anti-Christian; however, children aren't as clever as adults.  If they were to watch this film, they would see it nothing more than a fantasy movie. 

Overall, the movie was wonderfully made and endearing.  I thought it was made for children aged 12 and over, depending upon maturity level, because there was a lot of violence involved in the film.  It was about friendship and love, so how could it be bad?

If you find your child is mature enough to watch battle scenes and violence, then an explanation of how there are no such thing as "daemons" will help the child understand that the movie is not real.  The movie can be used to explain the power of friendship and family.  People take things too seriously, and this movie is wonderful no matter what religion you are.

I_thumb_up The Golden Compass is recommended by ghostlysun


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