Product ReviewsThe Golden Compass DVD Fantasy Adventure 2007 PG13 Dakota Blue Richards Free Shp

2.5--Golden Compass fails to strike Gold

I've been looking forward to this film for the past couple of weeks. And while there are a lot of very strong reviews for this film there were one or two which really slated it, so I expected an average forgettable film which might at least entertain me. And I do like fantasy stories.

This movie was an if for me at first, being that it just seemed like one of the many quickly thrown together fantasy novels/movies that have supposed huge followings. However, I found myself sitting in my living room, and to be honest, I was somewhat impressed at first, the effects were very good, and although you can still obviously tell CGI versus live action, very smooth. The actors did a great job with what they had, and what they had is what ruined the movie. The script was rough at best, with randomly thrown together scenes that were leading towards an Aha! moment that never came. The whole movie kept building, and the plot kept thickening. However, in the end we are left with a sub par battle and more questions than when the movie started.

Lyra (Dakota Blue Richards) is clearly the star of this adventure that explores the possibility of other, parallel worlds whose interaction with the world as we know it is controlled by various groups of good guys and bad guys, all seeking the source of secrecy contained in a Golden Compass that can only be read by a single girl - Lyra, a poor child living in the presence of scholars. Lyra's uncle, Lord Asriel (Daniel Craig) places the Golden Compass in Lyra's knowing hands and heads off to the far North to investigate the element that binds all life together - Dust. The tale is set in motion by the enigmatic Mrs. Coulter (Nicole Kidman) who gains Lyra's confidence and offers to take her to the great North. All manner of adventures occur on the journey - friends of Lyra's are threatened to be separated from their various daemons in the cruel hands of the bad guys, Lyra's encounter with a witch Serafina Pekkala (Eva Green), her assistance from a friendly astronaut (Sam Elliott) and an armored bear - and with all fantasies, good prevails - or does it?

It seems as if the sole purpose for this movie was to be the directors vehicle for a sequel, as the end comes at a point in the story which traditionally would be the arc of the plot, however we end up getting rolling credits in place of explanation. If there is one thing that I did actually enjoy in this movie, I will say once again, the Golden Compass was visually pleasant and well acted but lacked direction. In the end I saw a fantasy adventure which left me longing for more scenes of fighting polar bears. While my kids saw, a somewhat disjointed visual presentation of a well loved book series. Even though I've encountered the glitz and general awe over Nicole Kidman's wardrobe, the overall experience wasn't so delightful.Read full review...

A Film to Delight the Whole Family

As a reader of The Golden Compass for the past quarter of a century I had never seen the film version of the novel. Now I know what I missed for the past fourteen years. The DVD is wonderful. I am now much older than I was before, yet I found the visualization as delightful in its own way as the book. I recommend this title to the whole family, from grandchildren to grandparents. A+++++ Read full review...

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Review Of The Golden Compass Movie

I can't say enough about this movie. I happen to be a fan of Phillip Pullman's His Dark Materials trilogy of books which The Golden Compass is the first in the series. The movie was absolutely fantastic and can't wait for the next two movies to come out. Dakota Blue Richards plays Lyra exceptionally well and adequately portrays a strong character not afraid to follow the adventure she has embarked on. A movie like this couldn't have even been made fifteen years ago, as the special effects known at the time wouldn't have allowed it. We get to meet the daemons that belong to the humans, such as the ever changing Pan, who is Lyra's daemon who usually chooses to be a ferret, but can also be a bird, moth or butterfly.
All in all, I highly recommend this movie, though may be a bit intense with the battle scenes for very young children. So pop in that DVD, grab some popcorn and be entertained by this movie.Read full review...

Good acting and special effects. Poor storytelling

I have not read the book so I can't comment on how close the movie follows it. However, as a movie, it is so poorly edited to be barely comprehensible. The whole movie seems like every other scene has been cut out. Characters and situations are not explained, relationships are not developed, and the plot is left with gaping holes. Fans of the book will, no doubt, be able to fill in the details. For the rest of us, I would not bother. This is a shame because the acting is good and well-cast. The special effects are equally impressive. If the movie had lasted another hour, it probably would have been terrific. Hopefully, a director's cut will be released some day that redeems this travesty.Read full review...

2008 The Golden Compass DVD Exclisuve Beanie Baby Bear

2008 The Golden Compass DVD Exclisuve Beanie Baby Bear is not sold at Japan.
Then, I decided to buy it from Ebay.
It was found immediately here.

Rather than sale of only DVD, I felt that it was more charming to set original Beanie Babies.

For DVD, the concept can express in three dimensions and will bring about an effect like the work of art stored in the frame for a stuffed animal.

Of course, it is seen, it is pleasant, and even if it decorates the room with it, it is beautiful.
Moreover, I thought that it was gorgeous also as a present.Thank you.Read full review...

Entertaining fantasy tale.....

I like movies that "whisk you away " per se.
This is one of those movies.
Enjoyed it.

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Family movie, kinda far fetched, it would be great if our pets could really talk to us to express their emotions And watch our backs

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Interesting Family Movie....

The animation and effects in this movie were spectacular! The story was interesting, but it's easy to tell that there's a bit missing from what's in the books. However, still a great movie and really gets kids using their imaginations on this one!Read full review...

The Golden Compass is a wonderful movie

The Golden Compass is a wonderful movie: I highly recommend it. I do hope the sequel will be made.

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Great entertainment for the money!

I purchased The Golden Compass after viewing it as a rental. The classic good and evil theme is well depicted with the use of human and animation. The twists and turns kept the show interesting and entertaining and the acting was superb. The ending had a nice humorous touch too. I would categorize it with "The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe", and "Alice in Wonderland" with Johnny Depp. Great movie!Read full review...