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BrianSez's Review

Summary - Good 3.0

I loved the concept/story-line and the visual effects were stunning. Many people believe that this story helps youngsters better understand concepts of the soul, good vs. evil, etc. — but I found it a bit of an overwhelming whirlwind of special effects (they were great) and fantasy-laden characters. Nicole Kidman fits her part well — but a soul of a monkey? C’mon. The ending is a lame ‘to be continued’ style that leaves you feeling empty. Too bad, because they really could have done a much more fulfilling ending while leaving an opening for a sequel.

Acting - Barely OK 2.0

Male Stars - Barely OK 2.0

Female Stars - Good 3.0

Female Costars - Barely OK 2.0

Male Costars - Barely OK 2.0

Film - Great 4.0

Direction - Great 4.0

Dialogue - Great 4.0

Music - Great 4.0

Visuals - Great 4.0

Edge - Risqué 1.6

Sex Titillating 1.6

Violence Fierce 1.6

Rudeness Salty 1.6

Reality - Fantasy 4.5

Circumstantial - Fantasy 4.5

Biological - Fantasy 4.5

Physical - Fantasy 4.5

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