Rating of
3/4
We all die bye bye
BryanFury - wrote on 02/25/08
The Spiderwick's trailer was not as strong as the movie. At the first you might think it’s another one of those fantasy-ish types that would not even scratch your expectations. Because as of now you would say almost everything has been like been there done that sort of thing. But surprising as it is the Spiderwick Chronicles holds up to much of my expectations. If I would to compare it to other big names in this category, I would compare to a small scale LOTR. I know it’s a big shoe to fill, but believed me when I say that the comparison is uncanny. The fact that LOTR's budget exceeds the wick's chronicles by a humongous sum, it doesn't prevent it from telling a good story. Even the effects where mild and simple, but then sometimes you only need simplicity to see true beauty. There are also colorful characters that were introduced which are quite entertaining. In a world where Trolls, Goblins and Ogre exists limitless possibilities are bound to happen. Although there are a few details ignored or rather revealing mistakes made, it did not matter at all. What matters is the story was genuinely told, the characters shine and the ending was splendid. Overall I highly recommend it to all, specially those who are looking for a good time. Just sit back and watch everything unravel and believed me when I say you’ll be astonished.
