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kage_ar
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Have you purchased yet? We want to get ours on day one (seems there is some other movie coming out on DVD today, and I want Narnia to sweep the sales figures).
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Scott_Waddell
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My wife loves Narnia since a child and loved the movie as well. My only exposure was the movie and I enjoyed it (especially that they didn’t succumb to pc and allowed the old prof to be a pipe smoker 
). I gotta say though that as an adult getting the story for the first time I thought it was a little too over-the-top allegorical. Also, lots of people just adore that speech Aslam gives when he ressurects. I don’t care for it myself because when Jesus resurrected he didn’t get all didactic with people. Still a better movie than most of the junk out there.
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). I gotta say though that as an adult getting the story for the first time I thought it was a little too over-the-top allegorical. Also, lots of people just adore that speech Aslam gives when he ressurects. I don’t care for it myself because when Jesus resurrected he didn’t get all didactic with people. Still a better movie than most of the junk out there.Scott
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Isidore_AK
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Picked it up on the way to work… 
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Della
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Scott Waddell:
I had forgotten about it coming out today, kage_ar, so thanks for reminding us. We’ll probably pick up a copy at Walmart this evening–if they still have any copies, that is.
The books are better and richer. But, if you’re not into typology, mythology, and/or fantasy you may not care for them. They were written with children in mind, but many adults love them, too, including yours truly.My wife loves Narnia since a child and loved the movie as well. My only exposure was the movie and I enjoyed it (especially that they didn’t succumb to pc and allowed the old prof to be a pipe smoker
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I had forgotten about it coming out today, kage_ar, so thanks for reminding us. We’ll probably pick up a copy at Walmart this evening–if they still have any copies, that is.
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Scott_Waddell
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Actually, I like mythology and fantasy. I just found it somewhat artless mythology and fantasy. For instance, I prefer *Lord of the Rings * I think because the mythological creatures are integral whereas in Lewis, they make what seems like gratuitous cameo appearances. Granted I should read the books, but I have read lots of Lewis including the Space Trilogy and I think I can reasonably extrapolate what the Narnia series is like. But I will buy the DVD and probably watch it bunch and read the series to my children, so I guess that really reveals my opinion.The books are better and richer. But, if you’re not into typology, mythology, and/or fantasy you may not care for them. They were written with children in mind, but many adults love them, too, including yours truly.
I had forgotten about it coming out today, kage_ar, so thanks for reminding us. We’ll probably pick up a copy at Walmart this evening–if they still have any copies, that is.
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AquinaSavio
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I am definately going to buy it! I just don’t have enough money right now. 
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Della
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Scott Waddell:
I agree, actually. LOTR was much better than any of Lewis’ attempts, but then who really could live up to Tolkien in depth and imagination? I guess I like the Chronicles because I read them at a time in my life when I was in a spiritual crisis. They helped me find my way out of a repressive quasi-cult, so naturally I have a different perspective than you would have. I think the best of the Chronicles is “The Voyage of the Dawn Treader.” It is the richest in imagination and depth of spirituality, although it still can’t hold a candle to LOTR.Actually, I like mythology and fantasy. I just found it somewhat artless mythology and fantasy. For instance, I prefer *Lord of the Rings * I think because the mythological creatures are integral whereas in Lewis, they make what seems like gratuitous cameo appearances. Granted I should read the books, but I have read lots of Lewis including the Space Trilogy and I think I can reasonably extrapolate what the Narnia series is like. But I will buy the DVD and probably watch it bunch and read the series to my children, so I guess that really reveals my opinion.
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doggiemom2
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My husband bought a copy of it today for us. We saw it at the theater and loved the movie. Can’t wait to watch it, again.
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AquinaSavio
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jaz1976
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I bought the movie and watched it for the first time last night. I loved it, although liked the book a bit better. I wish the movie would have started with the “Magicians Nephew” and gave some of the background of Narnia, especially the creation account. With the special effects that are available now, this could have been awesome.
One concern that I did have before watching the movie was that Disney might play down some of the Christological themes. I was pleasantly surprised that they did not.
One reason I like Narnia better than Lord of the Rings is that Lewis does a much better job of introducing those Christological themes into his work. I just did not see any in Lord of the Rings. If I am wrong on this, please let me know.
One concern that I did have before watching the movie was that Disney might play down some of the Christological themes. I was pleasantly surprised that they did not.
One reason I like Narnia better than Lord of the Rings is that Lewis does a much better job of introducing those Christological themes into his work. I just did not see any in Lord of the Rings. If I am wrong on this, please let me know.
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axolotl
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Target is selling it for $14.99. The deluxe 2 disc collector’s edition is $34.99. I usually buy a DVD the day it comes out, because it’s on sale. The next week, it’s up to it’s regular retail price. Of course, I could wait till it’s in the bargain bin, but that usually takes a couple years!I am definately going to buy it! I just don’t have enough money right now.
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AquinaSavio
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Actually, I just bought it today!
I got the collector’s edition for $25 at Target! Can’t wait to watch it again!
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Della
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At least 3 characters in LOTR were christological types: Frodo, Aragorn, and Gandalf.
Frodo by the Via Dolorosa of his long march to Mordor and “death” and “ascension” when he went on the ship to the Everlasting Lands.
Aragorn in his self-sacrifice at the Gates of Mordor as he put himself in harms way and his kingship in jeopardy in order to give Frodo his chance to destroy the ring.
Gandalf’s fight with the Balrog in which he died and was brought back to life, as a more powerful representative of the Eldar, and the head of his order.
And those are just for starters. Tolkien’s spirituality may be more hidden, but it is also deeper and richer than Lewis’, although I do appreciate very much what Lewis accomplished by writing the Chronicles.
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Liberalsaved
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As long as you’re being all political about movies, I’ll think I’ll buy Brokeback Mountain for myself and anyone who wants it but can’t afford it just to spite the far-right fundamentalists.And get my library to order a copy…
Funny how I wouldn’t be tempted to do this in the least if this wasn’t being made into a crusade against gays.
Funny how I wouldn’t be tempted to do this in the least if this wasn’t being made into a crusade against gays.
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Flopfoot
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Sorry, I had my ‘extreme irrelevancy’ filter on. What did Liberalsaved say? (-:
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AquinaSavio
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Where did this come from? As I recall, we are talking about the Chronicles of Narnia.
Besides this, our rejection of that movie is not a crusade against gay people. We are fighting against immoral lifestyles as well as Hollywood’s agenda to make more movies like this.
Back to the subject, I agree with you Della! Great points about Frodo, Aragorn, and Gandalf!
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Troy7
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Finally seen Narnia and was blown away! Astounding moviemaking! Watched it twice in 2 days and choked up more than a few times…
As for whos more spiritual, I’ll take C.S over J.R.R anyday
As for Brokeback…I was surprised how good it was. I didnt get any propaganda at all. Just a well written, acted and directed movie about the human condition…warts, sins and all. It didnt make me feel sorry for unrequitted gay love, but instead sorry for the human condition and all its flaws period. Nobody came away unchanged or damaged in this movie or glorified in my opinion…I highly reccomend it only for those who can see past the surface of a gay affair and flawed marriages. If stuff like Bridges of Madison County offends then stay far away from BM.
As for whos more spiritual, I’ll take C.S over J.R.R anyday
As for Brokeback…I was surprised how good it was. I didnt get any propaganda at all. Just a well written, acted and directed movie about the human condition…warts, sins and all. It didnt make me feel sorry for unrequitted gay love, but instead sorry for the human condition and all its flaws period. Nobody came away unchanged or damaged in this movie or glorified in my opinion…I highly reccomend it only for those who can see past the surface of a gay affair and flawed marriages. If stuff like Bridges of Madison County offends then stay far away from BM.
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Liberalsaved
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As relevent as I want to buy Nanria to help push sales figures against Brokeback. That being the point. If the OP can do it, so can i!
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Della
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More obviously spiritual, perhaps, but not necessarily better. (I just couldn’t resist!
) Of course, what speaks to one person doesn’t always speak to another, does it? Well, for me, all such unrequited, forbidden love stories make me queasy. I don’t see the need to air that sort of thing nor make anything of it. I think such situations ought to call for shame on the part of those doing them, be it marital unfaithfulness or homosexual sex. It’s just not my cup of tea and never has been.
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To prove I can ignore the political bull and stay on topic:
I saw Narnia twice. It held together until the last fight, which was a nap aid. I have the collected book and will wait for the DVD set as I am waiting for the Potter DVD set.
I saw Narnia twice. It held together until the last fight, which was a nap aid. I have the collected book and will wait for the DVD set as I am waiting for the Potter DVD set.
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