Director: Andrew Adamson
Actors: Tilda Swinton, Georgie Henley, William Moseley, Skandar Keynes, Anna Popplewell
Studio: Walt Disney Video
Category: DVD

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Format: AC-3, Box set, Colour, Dolby, Dubbed, DVD-Video, Subtitled, PAL
Languages: English (Original Language), German (Original Language), English (Subtitled), Spanish (Subtitled), French (Subtitled), French (Dubbed), Spanish (Dubbed)
Rating: Parental Guidance
Region: 2
Aspect Ratio: 2.35:1
Number Of Discs: 4
Running Time: 143 Minutes
Shipping Weight (lbs): 1
Dimensions (in): 10.4 x 8.6 x 7.1

MPN: 5317203
UPC: 786936721669
EAN: 0786936721669
ASIN: B000HC2LVW

Theatrical Release Date: December 9, 2005
Release Date: November 20, 2006
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Editorial Reviews:

Amazon.co.uk Review
C.S. Lewis's classic novel iThe Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe/i makes an ambitious and long-awaited leap to the screen in this modern adaptation. It's a CGI-created world laden with all the special effects and visual wizardry modern filmmaking technology can conjure, which is fine so long as the film stays true to the story that Lewis wrote. And while this film is not a literal translation--it really wants to be so much more than just a kids' movie--for the most part it is faithful enough to the story, and whatever faults it has are happily faults of overreaching, and not of holding back. iThe Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe/i tells the story of the four Pevensie children, Lucy, Peter, Edmund, and Susan, and their adventures in the mystical world of Narnia. Sent to the British countryside for their own safety during the blitz of World War II, they discover an entryway into a mystical world through an old wardrobe. Narnia is inhabited by mythical, anthropomorphic creatures suffering under the hundred-year rule of the cruel White Witch (Tilda Swinton, in a standout role). The arrival of the children gives the creatures of Narnia hope for liberation, and all are dragged into the inevitable conflict between evil (the Witch) and good (Aslan the Lion, the Messiah figure, regally voiced by Liam Neeson). p Director (and co-screenwriter) Andrew Adamson, a veteran of the iShrek/i franchise, knows his way around a fantasy-based adventure story, and he wisely keeps the story moving when it could easily become bogged down and tiresome. iNarnia/i is, of course, a Christian allegory and the symbology is definitely there (as it should be, otherwise it wouldn't be the story Lewis wrote), but audiences aren't knocked over the head with it, and in the hands of another director it could easily have become pedantic. The focus is squarely on the children and their adventures. The four young actors are respectable in their roles, especially considering the size of the project put on their shoulders, but it's the young Georgie Henley as the curious Lucy who stands out. This isn't a film that wildly succeeds, and in the long run it won't have the same impact as the iHarry Potter/i franchise, but it is well done, and kids will get swept up in the adventure. Note: iNarnia/i does contain battle scenes that some parents may consider too violent for younger children. --iDan Vancini/i

Customer Reviews:

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Confessions of a Narnia Fanatic May 15, 2006
Mark Baker (Santa Clarita, CA United States)
10 out of 10 found this review helpful

Ever since I first discovered Narnia in the third grade, I have loved this series of seven novels. While I have read through the series several times, this book remains my favorite and I have read it more then any other. br / br /Naturally, when I first heard about this movie, I was excited. I tried to keep a healthy skepticism about me since so very few movies live up to their books, but I couldn't help it. I was counting the days until I got to see this. And I was not disappointed in the least. br / br /Sticking fairly closely to the book, the story follows four siblings. Peter, Susan, Edmund, and Lucy are sent to the countryside to live with a professor while the Germans bomb London during World War II. While playing hide and seek one day, Lucy (Georgie Henley) hides in a wardrobe, only to find herself in a winter landscape. Exploring a little more, she meets a faun named Mr. Tumnus (James McAvoy). After serving her tea, he confesses his desire to turn her over to the evil White Witch (Tilda Swinton). The White Witch has turned his country of Narnia into a constant winter with no Christmas. br / br /Naturally, her siblings don't believe a word Lucy says when she returns. A second trip with Edmund in tow doesn't help things. But when all four of them wind up in Narnia, they find themselves caught in an epic battle between good and evil where they are prophesied to free Narnia from the White Witch's reign with the help of the great lion Aslan (voice of Liam Neeson). But even if they can survive treachery in their own ranks, can four children really free Narnia? br / br /The movie expertly captures the spirit of the book while making lots of changes. Those familiar with the original story will certainly notice a few changes already (hide and seek was the excuse the second time Lucy went, not the first), but these changes enhance the movie. This is especially true in the middle third. The trip from the Beaver's house to meet Aslan was much more harrowing in the movie and Edmund gets some extra scenes never dreamed of for the book. The changes were actually necessary to make the story work for the movie. Most of them help establish the changes the characters are going through, which is handled in the narration of the book. Obviously, that isn't an option for the movie. br / br /As I said, these changes didn't bother me in the least. I was so caught up in the story I didn't care. The kids do an absolutely amazing job with the acting, especially since they are doing lots of acting to effects that won't be there until much later. Georgie Henley, the youngest as Lucy, especially does a good job, which is important since Lucy has to carry so much of the early story by herself. I was also quite satisfied with Aslan's voice. Liam Neeson brings the right mix of majesty with reality to the role. And Tilda Swinton's White Witch is equal parts creepy and evil without being over the top. br / br /The effects were amazing as well. This movie could not have been made 5 years ago. While a few of the creatures might look a little fake to some, I want to know where they found the talking beasts. And the scenery, taken from locations all over the world but mostly New Zealand, was beautiful as well. br / br /Even though the movie is rated PG, parents will want to take the rating seriously. There are several intense moments, especially the opening of London being bombed and the final battle. In keeping with the PG rating, the final battle is (thankfully) blood free, but it might be too intense for kids. Only you can judge for your family. br / br /Every hope I had for this movie was met or exceeded. I hope they do all seven of the books. In the meantime, I can not wait to see this one again.

5 out of 5 stars

Narnia July 23, 2006
Miss. M
9 out of 9 found this review helpful

This is a great retelling of one of the great children's classics of the last century. The setting is in the middle of world war II, and the set pieces in the first few scenes of the film are very realistic as the four Pevensie children are sent away to the country. br / br /The four children are perfectly cast and Tilda Swinton is a stylishly wicked and ruthless Snow Queen. br / br /The CGI effects are flawless, especially on details like Aslan the Lion's fur and the magical creatures in the giant battle at the end. br / br /The dvd comes with an extra disc packed with special behind-the-scenes features and interviews with the cast, director and crew members. br / br /A superb retelling of one of the most beloved children's books.

5 out of 5 stars

An excellent fantasy for all ages April 4, 2006
8 out of 8 found this review helpful

If you haven't seen this film its well worth watching. An epic fantasy of gd versus evil that follows Lewis' story quite closely. There are a few changes so if you're a purist avoid reading the novel before watching, but for anyone who loved narnia as a child this film does your imagination justice.pThe only dissapointment I had with the dvd was the lack of deleted scenes. The blooper reel shows mistakes made in scenes not in the film but we never get to see them.pI would definatly recomend this film, book 4 prince caspian is already in pre-production so it looks like we'll see more of narnia, I just hope they go back and do the first and third books and number seven which is something the bbc didn't attempt

5 out of 5 stars

Peter Jackson watch out !!! April 16, 2006
Bic Biro (England)
4 out of 4 found this review helpful

Even as an adult watching this "family film" I was impressed by the story,acting and especially the special effects,which never failed to convince that these could be real animals (albeit the talking!). br /Thoroughly recommend to all

5 out of 5 stars

What Memories! September 5, 2006
A. Bealby (Nottingham,UK)
4 out of 4 found this review helpful

As a child l loved this story - I think l still have the original videos. This remake of an old classic has brought the story to life once again - With even more magical and enchanting moments (not to mention the amazing special effects) l have to say a great film

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