The first movie's wonder is replaced by a darkest atmosphere as the children are more mature and bearable. We have many fights showing us a more violent side of Narnia which is no longer the peaceful world the children were used to when it was under their reign. The new characters are a good addition to this battle-oriented story and Ben Barnes is okay as Caspian.
The beginning of the film is dragged through as in the book, but the scenes of the battles were very well made and exceeded my expectations for the book.
It really felt like a mediocre medieval war movie adding Narnian characters for effect.
Quite a fantastic adapation. They've managed to make easily the second worst book in the series (or third - still not sure how much I don't like The Final Battle) into a very enjoyable film.
I felt like even with the books, the Magicians Nephew and The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe are the best. The stories lose their steam after that.
The villains after the White witch have nothing on her. While this movie isn’t bad, it’s quite forgettable next to the first movie.
Best part of this movie is the moments where Anna Popplewell did the "Jennifer Lawrence as Katniss Everdeen" look (bow and arrow, reasonable protective clothing, girl-in-charge) four years before the first Hunger Games film.
The battle scenes are cool too, I guess. Just wish there was something more to the story and character growth. It's a bit telling that this had the most VFX shots (1600) of Walden's whole Narnia trilogy. There was a definite focus on spectacle, perhaps at the expense of runtime that could have been used to better flesh out the characters, but I know that's partly a matter of preference.
It was great to see everyone again but this lacked a story that would make me want to watch it again
Director Andrew Adamson delivers another brilliant adaptation of C.S. Lewis’ beloved Narnia series in The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian. Presenting a darker and edgier Narnia this time, the film’s able to keep the series fresh and exciting; Peter, Edward, Susan, and Lucy return to Narnia in its darkest hour as the Telmarines plan to exterminate all of the Narnians from the land. This installment is less about the magic and enchantment of Narnia, and more about the danger and adventure. Once again the CGI is used spectacularly; creating a vivid and imaginative world, and amazing battle sequences. The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian is a wonderful and epic fantasy tale that’s full of exciting action and high adventure.
A definitive downgrade on the first film, but this sequel still entertains to a good level.
'The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian' is a suitably entertaining production, if not an exceptional one; though it's not far off. I like the fresh new story and the fact that all four of the youngsters remain, but the change from dark, snowy settings to plain, summer-like conditions means the film does lose some spark. There's also much less intrigue with the villains.
Georgie Henley (Lucy), William Moseley (Peter), Anna Popplewell (Susan) and Skandar Keynes (Edmund) are again enjoyable in their roles. Liam Neeson, just barely, reprises his role of Aslan - his inclusion does feel forced, as great a character as he is.
Away from those four, you have a number of new faces. Ben Barnes (Caspian), Peter Dinklage (Trumpkin), Warwick Davis (Nikabrik) and Eddie Izzard (Reepicheep) are my standouts. Barnes is solid, I liked watching Caspian. Dinklage is great, while Davis and Izzard are welcomed newbies. Like the first film, the casting here is done astutely.
They definitely should've shortened this though, the ending does drag a fair bit. There's also a couple of different moments that feel like the end, yet evidently aren't - there's certainly more than a few pacing issues.
With all that said, I still had a more than decent time watching.
I swear that Prince Caspian's voice is that of Puss N Boots in Shrek.
I liked the first one but this one didn't do it for me.
The most dull Narnia story becomes a criminally dull film. At least Dawn Treader has a great ending.
A huge disappointment compared to the 1st "Narnia" movie which I liked very much! But with "Caspian" you realize how weak C.S. Lewis' books, on which the Narnia series is based, really are...
It is not as good as the book but it's still very entertaining and it has one of the best sword fights in any movie.
not as good as the book
Shout by Agent24VIP 6BlockedParentSpoilers2019-01-07T23:24:31Z
I like Prince Caspian (the movie) a lot and did so ever since I first saw it in cinemas. The best part is definitely the ending with Regina's Spektor's song "The Call". It gives so much more emotions and depth to the scene. I just love it.