I see criticism that the child actor playing the lead couldn't act. I found him charming and I think his style fit what was needed for the character. I liked the plot - did a see a couple of holes - yep but they really didn't matter. My husband and I went on a Saturday afternoon. I listened to others in theatre. They enjoyed it enough that there was clapping at the end. I think the sets were great they certainly invoked a mood and and time period. The chair and the griffin are priceless. Had a good amount of suspense and tension. After this I am planning to read the book. Oh and the performances of Jack Black and Cate Blanchett were good as well. I keep finding that the roles that Mr Black chooses are underrated. he deserves more attention.
