"Boycott Da Vinci Code film" - Vatican

[I-Hate-Hulse]

Originally Posted by sadora

Most Film, apart from most of the average Hollywood Production, is an artform. It is actually the one artform that can successfully combine all the others to tell a story. And yes, movies are about entertainment, but that's not the only thing.

True, but that's why I'm saying critic's reviews are so bad for the average schmoe. A critic that liked "The Ice Storm" by Ang Lee for it's juxtaposition of teenage angst against sexuality likely won't appreciate a gonzo action sequence with zero artistic value. Think pure popcorn flick.

Not saying there are no critics that can wear both hats, but it's rare. Most seem to forget the average person just wants to be entertained and not be bored.

[Lombogirl]

[quote=I-Hate-Hulse]Having never read the book, I have to say the movie was quite entertaining. A little confusing as to who was what towards the end but still an entertaining movie.
quote]


I read the book, but it was probably over a year ago and I forget many of the details. Would you (or anyone else who has seen the movie) recommend someone like myself revisitng the book to straighten out the characters before watching the movie?