The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe [Blu-ray] | ![The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe [Blu-ray]](http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/61pxWtyY3uL._SL160_.jpg)
 enlarge | Director: Andrew Adamson
Actors: Jim Broadbent, Patrick Kake, Shane Rangi, Cassie Cook, Jaxin Hall
Studio: WALT DISNEY VIDEO
Category: DVD
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Avg. Customer Rating:  755 reviews
Sales Rank: 489
Format: Ac-3, Color, Dolby, Dubbed, Subtitled, Widescreen
Languages: English (Original Language), English (Unknown), English (Subtitled), Spanish (Subtitled), French (Subtitled), French (Dubbed), Spanish (Dubbed)
Rating: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested)
Media: Blu-ray
Number Of Items: 1
Running Time: 135
Aspect Ratio: 2.35:1
Shipping Weight (lbs): 1
Dimensions (in): 6.6 x 5.4 x 0.5
MPN: 05614900
UPC: 786936751963
EAN: 0786936751963
ASIN: B000YAFJXE
Theatrical Release Date: December 9, 2005
Release Date: May 13, 2008
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C.S. Lewis's classic novel The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe 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. The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe 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). Director (and co-screenwriter) Andrew Adamson, a veteran of the Shrek 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. Narnia 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 Harry Potter franchise, but it is well done, and kids will get swept up in the adventure. Note: Narnia does contain battle scenes that some parents may consider too violent for younger children. --Dan Vancini
Product Description
Prepare to enter another world when Walt Disney Pictures and Walden Media invite you to experience C.S. Lewis' timeless and beloved adventure as never before on Blu-ray Disc™. Join Lucy Edmund Susan and Peter four siblings who step through a magical wardrobe and find the land of Narnia. There they discover a charming once-peaceful kingdom that has been plunged into eternal winter by the evil White Witch Jadis. Aided by the magnificent lion Aslan the children lead Narnia into a tremendous climactic battle to be free of the Witch's glacial powers forever! And now the stunningly realistic special effects are even more breathtaking in the astounding clarity of high definition. Meet talking beasts dwarfs fauns centaurs giants and more! Meanwhile every sound -- from the roar of Aslan to the echo of battle trumpets and the gentle rustling of leaves -- comes alive with spectacularly enhanced audio quality. Live the adventure of a lifetime as if for the very first time with Disney Blu-ray -- Magic in High Definition.System Requirements:Running Time: 135 minutesFormat: BLU-RAY DISC Genre: CHILDREN/FAMILY Rating: PG UPC: 786936751963 Manufacturer No: 05614900
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 All I Really Need to Know About Murder I Learned in Narnia August 18, 2008
0 out of 2 found this review helpful
I have never read the Narnia books, so I only have this film to go on. Although mostly well-made, I don't see how something like this or its sequel can qualify as children's movies. The essential story of the Narnia films is one of glorifying a male-dominated system and hierarchy in which the most evil person involved is a woman. The films, like most American films, carry the message that some people are so bad they must be murdered--and murdered they are in climaxes that amount to bloodsport. The Christian symbology only confuses things further. The idea seems to be that "We're allied with the the righteous male power figure, so our killing is good killing." This sort of muddle-headed thinking should have died off with Cro-Magnon man, but instead appears on our screens as stories that Disney marks suitable for children.
Narnia August 11, 2008
I always enjoyed the 7 books of the series. This version of LW&W makes good use of computer graphics effects - some of the best I'd seenwhen I first saw the film at the cinema. This is worth buying if you enjoy fantasy-sci-fi type films. Looking forward to Prince Caspian on DVD, and hoping they make the remaining 5 in the book series.
 Incredible July 16, 2008
To tell you the truth I became a fan of this movie after interviewing Anna and William here in Mexico, this version of the movie I find more interesting than the regular one because there are so many more details that people that like looking close to details will completely enjoy.
Other than that the extra features are amazing for people who are either curious or like me that work or study in things to do with movies, its completely amazing.
I just dont know what else to say other that i loved it
 Christian entertainment July 8, 2008
0 out of 1 found this review helpful
As a biblical allegory, the movie works quite well, making it's points more entertainingly and artistically than a straightforward bible story would. If, however, one wants to know how it works as stand-alone entertainment for a non-Christian child, you would be well advised to look elsewhere.
The Christian references are too obvious to be anything else, and the characters are created to be representative of a religious lesson instead of just a children's story, and it shows. The children are in many ways unlikeable and two-dimensional and the dialogue self-righteous. Tilda Swinton is riveting as a witch creepy and vicious enough to scare adults, let alone children. An older child will find both humor and adventure lacking, while a younger child will probably find all the violence frightening.
a nice transfer, good blu-ray and an ok movie July 3, 2008
I didn't enjoy this movie as much as I did the first time I saw it. However the Blu-ray is a very nice transfer and if you're a fan of the film, it won't disappoint. It's a very nice upgrade from the dvd.
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