Movie Review: The Chronicles Of Narnia Prince Caspian

Just why our youthful heroes are taken away from civilization to a land centuries earlier relates to a family feud. Handsome Prince Caspian is a leader in waiting. Unfortunately this hunk has a rather mean-spirited uncle who wants the throne all to himself. Cloak and dagger nefarious situations arise with our king in waiting forced into exile and those pesky Pevensie kids summoned to save the day.

Terrific flare and flavour attach to this 140 minute romp that, despite a few slow early patches, kicks into overdrive when the fights for survival begin. All the Pevensie children get into the act as they come face to face with a new ancient threat. Thrills aplenty ensue with action sequences and battle spectaculars that harken back to the tradition of the Lord of the Rings trilogy. Mystery and fantasy collide with some great new comic creations. Watch out for some pesky talking animals that steal the show when we’re not beholden to tons of sword play and engaging battles that will have you cheering for the good guys/gals all the way.

Back for more mischief and merriment are William Moseley as Peter Pevensie and Goergie Henley as sister Lucie. No doubt girls will be smitten by newcomer Ben Barnes (Stardust) whose fully engaging as Prince Caspian with diminutive Peter Dinklage (Underdog) soaring to new heights as Trumpkin, a dwarf with attitude.

Beautiful scenes shot in forests spark the action which proceeds to castles, moats and some interludes with ingenious new creatures straight out of Greek mythology. Nice pacing and lots of close calls make The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian full value for families, adults and children of all ages.

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