the first one is vilont but this one is even more vilont!!! It has lots of battles throughout the movie instead of one big one at the end like the last one. Wow i think the third one is going to be rated PG-13!
The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian
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Common Sense says
Tween-friendly adaptation darker than the first.
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for Ages 10 and Up
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What Parents Need to Know
This review of The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian was written by S. Jhoanna Robledo
Parents need to know that this sequel to the enormously popular The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe has more dark moments than the first movie. It broods on the nature of deceit, greed, and hunger for power. It also has a brutal one-on-one swordfight (some of the shield slams may leave even adults cringing) and extensive battle scenes that are portrayed as bone-crunching, metal-clanging, sword-lancing riots. All of the main characters, except Lucy, are responsible for many enemy deaths. That said, it's all relatively blood-free: Though characters are pierced by arrows and swords and fall to the ground (many are injured, and some do die), little gore is shown besides the odd cut on the lip or cheek. Younger viewers may notice and be unsettled by the menacing tone throughout most of the movie -- including a scary appearance by the White Witch -- though it's relieved fairly frequently with funny asides from the characters. While not overt, the movie includes Christian imagery and allegorical storylines, and the characters learn clear moral lessons by the end.
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- Families can talk about whether this film is faithful to the book -- both in spirit and in plot. What was changed? Why do you think the filmmakers strayed from the original story? Which do you like better, and why? Families can also discuss why Aslan is seen at first only by Lucy. Are there religious/Biblical overtones to her belief in him? What does he mean when he says "Nothing happens the same way twice"? Also, how do Caspian and Peter handle sharing leadership duties? Are they successful? If not, how do they resolve the issue?
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What’s the Story?
THE CHRONICLES OF NARNIA: PRINCE CASPIAN starts with a bang -- or, rather, a wail -- and doesn't let up from there. When a baby son is born to Miraz (Sergio Castellitto), his nephew, Prince Caspian (Ben Barnes) must flee for his life: Miraz wants the throne, and now that he has an heir, he's out for blood. Caspian heads for the enchanted woods on horseback, Miraz's henchmen in hot pursuit -- in dire need of help, he blows an ancient, magical horn, summoning back the kings and queens of old (who, at the moment, are stuck in a London subway station). And so the Pevensie siblings -- Peter (William Moseley), Susan (Anna Popplewell), Lucy (Georgie Henley), and Edmund (Skandar Keynes) -- return to Narnia, hundreds of years after they left. Can they save Caspian and Narnia from Miraz and his Telmarines? And where is noble lion Aslan when you need him?
Is It Any Good?
PRINCE CASPIAN is lots of fun even if you're not a fan of C.S. Lewis' Narnia books. (In fact, it may be better not to be one in this case, as purists are likely to balk at some departures from the text.) Caspian doesn't offer as much whimsy as the first installment, dealing instead with darker matters -- notably that of Caspian's fight to keep his throne, which is wrenched from him by his scheming, power-mad uncle. The Narnians, under siege by the Telmarines, are rougher around the edges this time, too; they're more cynical and tired of persecution. To win their freedom, they must fight -- often, and sometimes to their death.
Still, thanks to well-paced moments of levity -- many of them instigated by swashbuckling mouse Reepicheep (voiced impeccably by Eddie Izzard) -- the long journey (the film clocks in at over two hours) doesn't lag too much. (Some jokes do jar, taking you out of the time period; the kids, for instance, refer to one of the dwarves as "DLF," for "dear little friend," which, although it's straight from the book, somehow sounds a little text message-y.) Director Andrew Adamson keeps the fight scenes taut and swift, though one less skirmish or two could have gone a long way toward preventing battle fatigue. But fine work from the cast (particularly Henley) helps make up for this, as does the breathtaking scenery. You'll be ready to book your own Narnia adventure by the time the credits roll.
Movie Details
Studio: Walt Disney Pictures, Director: Andrew Adamson
Run time: 147 minutes
Theatrical release: 5/16/2008, DVD release: 12/1/2008
MPAA Rating: PG for epic battle action and violence.
Run time: 147 minutes
Theatrical release: 5/16/2008, DVD release: 12/1/2008
MPAA Rating: PG for epic battle action and violence.
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I rate this title iffy for age 9 and give it
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- Excessive violence
okish PG rated film is vilont
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I rate this title iffy for age 10 and give it
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- Excessive violence
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- Good role models
Tweens and Up!
This movie is great! I reccommend the book first though! There is violence but not too extreme! Susan and Caspian kiss at the end but there is nothing in there that is too sexual or violent.
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I rate this title on for age 12 and give it
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- Excessive violence
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- Good role models
Everyone should see this!!!!!
It doesn't matter which age you are, or if you like thriller more than fantasy you'll like it. There a warmth in the story and a deep meaning of life, friendship, God..... You maybe think:"Oh, a talking lion - how stupid!", but believe me it's much more into it. It's a little darker and more violent than the first one, but not a lot.
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I rate this title on for age 6 and give it
Fine for Young Kids
Our kids loved it. Great fantasy element. Kid focused cast. Relatively simple story (though some of the grander themes were likely lost on them). Strong characters - boys and girls (which is hard to find). Very enjoyable. Violence not at all graphic. Well done
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I rate this title iffy for age 11 and give it
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- Excessive violence
no one should see this
This is the worst movie I have ever seen. There is no story to it. It's just battles the whole time. Waaaayyy too much fighting and a little scary for kids 9 and under.
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I rate this title iffy for age 7 and give it
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- Excessive violence
- Negative role models
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- Good role models
LOVE THIS MOVIE!!!!!!
THIS MOVIE IS THE BEST!!!!! I GO CRAZY FOR SKANDER KYANS!!!!!
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I rate this title on for age 11 and give it
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- Excessive violence
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- Good role models
great for most ages
I think prince caspian was a good movie with a mildly scary beginning and one other scary scene but it was a great family-friendly christian movie
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I rate this title on for age 10 and give it
Pretty Good
I liked this movie, but it was not as good as the first movie. I went to see it with my 4th-8th grade class,and I saw it with my mom, dad, and 8 year old brother. I was a little surprised at the first part especially with my brother watching it. It is a lot more violent than the last movie also. I would give it an A- and reccomend it to anyone 10 and up.
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I rate this title on for age 6 and give it
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- Excessive violence
Perfect Action/Adventure movie
I know lots of people think that this movie is too scary for kids, and it might be for some children, but my brother, whose almost 7, saw it when it came out last year. He loves the movie and so do I. It has a good plot, and great visual effects. And there is no inappropriate content.
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I rate this title on for age 9 and give it
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- Good role models
Awesome for kids who are not easily disturbed by violence
OMG, I LOVE this movie! A must see!
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I rate this title on for age 9 and give it
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- Good role models
great for tweens
i liked thiis movie to violent for younger ones though
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I rate this title on for age 9 and give it
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- Excessive violence
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I rate this title on for age 10 and give it
AWESOME!!!!!!
OMG I love this movie! Almost as good as LOTR!!!!
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I rate this title on for age 11 and give it
narnia rocks!!!!!!!!!!!!
really cool movie one of my favorite but i got to say the first is the best
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Lives in VirginiaI rate this title on for age 11 and give it- My concerns are:
- Excessive violence
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I rate this title on for age 10 and give it
Good Movie
While I have to admit the violence was there I don't think it was that excessive. I am a very strict parent when it comes to what movies we allow in our home but the moral lessons of this movie far outweight the violence.
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I rate this title on for age 14 and give it
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- Excessive violence
Your young princes deserve a better movie!
The battle scenes were excessively violent and did not add to the story. We understand the conflict and only one face-off is necessary. Very gratuitous and not much else.
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I rate this title on for age 10 and give it
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- Excessive violence
- Inappropriate sexual content
A good movie!!!
There was one kissing part in the movie and there was fighting. I like this movie because it is adventurous!! The big water man in the movie is God helping the travelers.
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I rate this title on for age 9 and give it
- My concerns are:
- Excessive violence
Great Movie
I really love this movie! It was so good. The only thing in this movie is that Susan kisses Prince Caspian at the end. It's even better than the first. Your children may be frightened by the violence in this movie. People are killed, and tons of swords are involved. This is a great movie.
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