Stardust

--PG-13-- I don't like Claire Danes, in fact I dislike her enough to skip out on most films that she does. This is a personal thing, much like my dislike of Jodie Foster. I can't explain it, I just do not like either of them. This dislike prevents me from watching movies that I have moderate interest in, however when a film comes out that intrigues me I will see it regardless of who is in it. Stardust is one of these films.

Stardust is a fun lighthearted fantasy romance about a young poor boy named Tristan trying to win the heart of a beautiful rich girl. A simple enough plot-line and truth be told nothing new. The story is much richer and filled with wonder, magic and awe. Rarely can someone be equally impressed with the acting, directing, cinematography, screenplay and special effects. Lord of the Rings is really the only other fantasy films that I was so equally impressed with all the above mentioned attributes.

Now, Stardust is not Lord of the Rings and won't come close to winning any Oscars, but for what it is, it is perfect. As always with most great films it isn't the plot that makes it so, it is the acting, directing and story. Stardust has all three in spades and is fun for all to see.

cah