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  Written February 14, 2008

  2 Families Review, GREAT MOVIE! MUST SEE!

  by TLC_28

  Audience: 3 girls ages 14, 9, and 9, 1 boy age 8
  
  We all thought Spiderwick was a GREAT movie and were on the edge of our seats. The action was great, intense, and kept you on your toes. The kids really got into the movie jumping, holding each others hands (due to action and the intensity), and loving every minute of it. My 9 year old was the only one that has read all the books and did say there was a lot missing from the books and rattled off many things, not necessarily important though. So as with any book that's been made into a movie, keep in mind this is the movie and things get lost due to time, keep the movie progressing, doesn't translate well into movie, or can't be done. My Nephew, 14 year old daughter, and I which hadn't read any of the books really enjoyed it and didn't feel we missed anything. Even with all of the apparent changes to the movie our 2 families think this is a must see movie. If you like Harry Potter and Chronicles of Narnia, you'll like Spiderwick to!

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• So-so
  Written February 25, 2008

  A little scary.

  by randjkelley

  My 9 year old liked it, but was spooked through the first half, which is unusual for him. I would not suggest it for any kids under 8, and would definitely be there to watch it with older kids even. It's pretty dark and jumpy.

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• Must Go!
  Written February 15, 2008

  Home adventure

  by darbmc

  Have to say this filled my appetite for fanatsy, thriller, drama, and everything else you could think of. I liked how the kids played the part, and the characters were engaging and truly believable. I liked the emotional roller coaster I was forced thru like a worm hole due to the addictive plot! Any fantasy fanatic would definetely admit, this one was right up there with Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone.

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• Must Go!
  Written February 15, 2008

  worth the wait

  by animalhouse_iz

  Me and my girls just went and saw it and it was worth the wait. my one daugther read the books and loved the movie. i wouldnt recommend for like yong kis cause there was a pretty active fight scene but over all the effects/story/and acting was wll done. i hope they make another,, we wills ee this one again in a few weeks after the buzz settles down.

  • 37 out of 58 found this review helpful.
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• Must Go!
  Written February 25, 2008

  SPIDERWICK CHRONICLES

  by MOVIENUTTER

  IT WAS TERRIFFIC! DEFFINATELY A MUST SEE!

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  Written February 23, 2008

  The Spiderwick Chronicles

  by jaksmakndaxter

  I did not know what to expect upon taking my seat to view this movie(having only seen a trailer once before on my PS3),so all I wanted was enough entertainment to justify the nearly $15 spent for a ticket. Turns out it was more than worth the money. Everything about this movie was enjoyable,from the smart writing/acting to the special effects(the sound effects deserve specific mention too). The story was on the money, with just a touch of every emotion you would need for a fantasy like this to flow properly. There are laughs and frights to be had throughout this feature,and I'm very proud to say that you can bring the children with you for this one ! The only real complaint I had with the film is that it seemed a little too short,mainly because of how much fun I had watching what there was. I would give this movie "Two Thumbs Up" but I'm not trying to have Ebert and Roper severing those most-important appendages of mine from their homes! I'll just say go see it,and decide for yourself!

  • 11 out of 14 found this review helpful.
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  Written February 24, 2008

  better than expected

  by jcl_0825

  I came into this movie with some apprehension after seeing the seeker i was worried it would be another sorry excuse for a fantasy movie. but i was suprized i enjoyed the humor in the movie and i thought the story flowed quite well. i have never read any of the books so im judgeing the movie completely on itself. i think anyone who values fantasy movies would enjoy spiderwick.

  • 12 out of 17 found this review helpful.
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• Must Go!
  Written February 23, 2008

  Pleasantly Surprised

  by PockyPrincess

  Okay, after reading several reviews commenting on how childish or how "non-magical" this movie was I was very sceptical. I went to the movies with my fiance and we both LOVED it! I can see why some are saying that it is too scary for the wee-folk, but it wasn't bloody, it was mostly implied violence (except for the child stabbing his father in the chest because he was the bag guy, of course) The graphics weren't the worst, but with all the amazing graphics that have been coming out lately it seemed a bit lacking. The story was interesting the whole time, not a single boring segment. The acting was great, the kid from Willy Wanka and The Chocolate Factory played twins really well. I didn't read the books before hand, but now both my fiance and myself have ordered the whole set.

  • 16 out of 25 found this review helpful.
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  Written March 14, 2008

  Fantastic!

  by TAMMY_LEA

  I thought it was fun and I look forward to future "Chronicle" movies. Was it my all time favorite fantasy film, no, but it was quite enjoyable. The CGI was great, the story was entertaining and the acting was fine. Freddy Highmore's American accent was a bit annoying, but as the movie progresses you notice it less and less. If you asked me, I'd tell you to see it. It is a bit scary at times for young children, but older kids will like it. 4 Stars

  • 9 out of 11 found this review helpful.
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  Written February 22, 2008

  Entertaining and exciting!

  by akeaney

  If you and/or your kids are looking foward to the famous books coming to life, you might be alittle disapointed. The movie is well paced, exciting and entertaining with fantastic affects, but the plot lne does not mirror the book like my kids hoped it would, and actually left out their favorite scenes. That being the case, we really enjoyed it, thought the drama was well paced, the actors good, and the ending nicely buttoned up. It is also a visually beautiful film. Go see it!

  • 18 out of 30 found this review helpful.
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• Oh No!
  Written March 20, 2008

  Wretched movie

  by fionnmccool

  Friend and I went to see this thinking it'd be Harry Potter like fun. We walked out after about 30 mins. This was a dreadfully written, miserably acted movie that ONLY children could possibly tolerate. I have never walked out on a movie before. Freddie Highmore was soooo bad. And he played two characters!! Double dose of bad acting! So in sum the movie is fine for little kids. But otherwsie insufferable.

  • 10 out of 14 found this review helpful.
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  Written March 25, 2008

  Spiderwick Chronicles

  by Robbier99

  Took my 9 year old Granddaughter and away we went. Had the right amount of good laughs and scares. All in all it was well done. AND, it encouraged my granddaughter to WANT to read the book.... "cuz Nanny, the books are ALWAYS better"! What more could I want?

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  Written March 6, 2008

  Good for the older kids

  by Bunnyboo67

  This movie was wonderfully made. A bit violent for the little ones. I took my almost 8 yr old and he was frightened during some of the scenes. It reminded me of a combo of Narnia and Harry Potter rolled into one. I would recommend this for the older child say 9-10 +.

  • 8 out of 11 found this review helpful.
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  Written March 1, 2008

  A Bit Scary for Younger Viewers

  by reggie55

  Overall the movie was very enjoyable; full of excitement and suspense. However, the monsters were a bit creepy for my seven-year-old. And the scene with the father was disturbing even for me.

  • 9 out of 13 found this review helpful.
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• Must Go!
  Written February 24, 2008

  Amazing!

  by emsterjonas

  I went with my 2 friends and us teens normally don't go to the movies but this movie was very amazing. It had good actors, quality, it's timeline, the whole story was awesome. It had alot of action and a few cuss words, would not reccomend for anybody under 7 years. Very interesting though, very, very sad. Most sad parts had everybody sobbing in the theatre. I enjoyed it and it was very good.

  • 11 out of 17 found this review helpful.
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