You are going to read a film review.
First, read the text and fill in the blanks (A-E) with the words (F-K) from the list. One word is extra.
Then, read the text again and fill in the blanks (1-5) with the sentences (6-11) from the list. One sentence is extra.
Another exciting adventure in the magical land of Narnia awaits. The third instalment in the Narnia franchise, offers, like the previous films, an exciting and well-made film adventure. The digital effects are excellent, and the young actors put on excellent performances. Will Poulter, who portrays Eustace, gives a A portrayal of a boy who develops from a useless whiner to a brave and sympathetic warrior. (1) .
(2) . As in other films based on books, the screenwriters have had to B the story to the film medium. In this process, the story has become less dynamic. Unrelated themes are put next to each other without any natural connection between the scenes. (3) . This is likely due to the fact that a more character centred approach to the story would have come at the C of some of the action filled sequences. Surprisingly, at D , the use of 3D isn’t successful either. In some of the scenes depicting large crowds, the characters look like cardboard characters placed in different layers of depth. In other words, you won’t miss anything if you choose to watch the 2D version.
The message in the film is rich and meaningful. C.S. Lewis’ Christian message is quite obvious, even for children. Aslan is the saviour who is there for the children when they need him the most. (4) . At the same time, the film has a more secular message as well. In order to defeat the evil powers, Lucy, Edmund and Eustace first have to defeat the evil within themselves. (5) . Edmund shows glimpses of power hunger, and Lucy learns to appreciate herself as she is when her desire to be as pretty as Susan comes E for a short period of time.
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G credible
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H expense
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I far-fetched
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J times
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K true
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6. As well as this, the film balances action filled sequences, warm humour and interpersonal drama in a good way.
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7. In addition, the description of the different temptations the children are exposed to lacks some depth.
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8. The film has several weaknesses.
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9. The film is of outstanding quality.
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10. The green fog is a metaphor for the power of the Devil, and Aslan’s country is clearly Heaven.
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11. Throughout the film the children face several temptations.
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