Well I have read both the book and seen the movie. Both had their moments.

Lots of nice visuals in the movie, missed a few stunning scenes from the book, but that was to be expected. The movie also by passed on what could prove to be a major plot point, but that I think was so as not to confuse the views who hadn't read the book.

Things I liked. Many of the costumes, the great CGI work, the condensed story line.

Things I disliked. The bad red dye job on the villain-dude, some of the clunky speeches, and the pacing.

Major Spoiler..........................

However, unless there is a ton of back story I am missing.... there was one production sin that is unforgivable. The Elf maid has round ears. You heard me. Round. Now I do not demand high upswept points, but come on. She is an elf, I need something more here. Sigh....
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