This is a film adaptation of a great book. I wish people would realize that flilms will never be as good as the books. Get over it. Enjoy the film, and it should be enjoyed. Enjoyed for the scenery, for the costumes, for the great characters. It is possible to enjoy the film as well as the book. The only thing that detracted from my enjoyment were the damn commercials every 10 minutes. I can't wait until it comes out on video.