Da Vinci Code: Did you like the movie? Please tell me why or why not. Did you like the book? Why or why not?
490818
I bought for me and 4 friends. They bought the popcorn and soda. I was the only one who read the book first. It was so good I had to see the movie. I wasn't disappointed. Everyone loved the movie. \n\nThe movie was very close to the book, but the reading the book first is a good idea, because it's a complicated mystery and requires you to think a bit. \n\nI'd say the professional movie critics didn't like it because it was a cerebral, intellectual movie as opposed to a slam-bang, shoot 'em up, fireworks and explosions, SFX kind of movie. It isn't a WOW! LOOK AT THAT! kind of movie, but it is definitely a WOW! \n\nThe dialogue definitely stabs the Catholic Church right between the eyes and this is another reason why many people have a problem with it.\n\nEnjoy the mystery, the chase, the plot and the shocking surprises, one right after another. I would definitely pay to see it again, but only for the purpose of entertaining a friend who hasn't seen it.
912409
Ok the most easy way to get around such a question would be :The book is better than the movie".It actually counts for 98% of the adaptations.But The DaVinci code fits in the 2% of the cases where the movie is actually better than the book.\n \n       First of all Ron Howard (a beautiful mind) is a great director.The book itself did not appear so great to me having a rather bad character development (leading to the dissapointing revelation of the finale) and having the scientist explain it everything so that anybody can grasp the action is too much artifialism for me.For example Langdon dont need to explain the history of Paris to a french woman who herself is an Academic.This appears to a point in the movie but since the action is preety more spectacular it covers it uo.\n\nAlso the book has no fluidity.The chaptres last 2 1&#92;2 half pages maximum and the action is cut much to often.This leads to a confusion because you get to a point where the change of background-people leaves you with a strange sence.The movie is far better.The director not willing to follow all the cuts and changes of the author produces a more solid scenaro leaving the audience understand the changes.For example Langdon and the girl in the book seem (not ARE )the same in the beginning and the end which does not happen to the movie.\n    The standard motto is "go with the book".But this time I will choose the film instead
176603
It's a wonderful book, that teeters between reality, the unexplained and the WHAT IF.\n\nIn short it is about small clues left behind by the famous Artist Leonardo DaVince, it claims that certain paintings he made hold secret clues about Jesus.  It goes on to discuss the Priory of Sion, Secret Society the Dossier letters to be more clues, of Jesus being married to Mary Magdaline, and producing a female child, Sarah, who is the direct descendant of Jesus.\n\nYou should have watched the History Channel last night--Josh Bernstein, 'Diggin for the truth.'\n\nGood Luck and Prosper...;*!*;...
653096
Not all "Church people" dislike the movie.  Only the ignorant ones who do not think that people should have an imagination or think that people should not question or wonder about life in general. I, myself have no problem with the book or the movie.
152995
I am amazed that this question was asked. I thought the book too obscure to be noticed in this day and age. \n\nI loved it. A bit convoluted but brilliant. It has the potential to be a fantastic movie but it has to be done to match its brothers. Peter Jackson is a must here.
692556
Haven't seen the movie, yet. I liked the book as a work of fiction though. It really kept me entertained. I don't see why so many people are believeing it as fact, though. Its not like Dan Brown is a theologian. He's a novelist. People should read his other stuff, though... it gives a clearer idea of what kind of stuff the guy writes.
234661
i saw the movie and loved it!!\n\nmemories!!!
555632
I thought it was pretty good.  Yeah, the beginning was a bit off, but for people who have no idea of the situation in the UK at the time, it was a great way to explain the fear.  I still like the books better, fevered imaginings are usually a bit more detailed than any movie.\nIt will be interesting to see how the next movies go -- especially since there are Chronicles that are not in the same timeline.
1134367
the Da Vinci Code is pretty good, better if you've read the book. Definatley not a out-with-your-friends movie though. The Break Up was unexpectedly good, funny. Pretty predictable though.
705256
I didn't like the movie and it really isn't possible. Josh McDowell has written a really short book about it. Google his name and Da Vinci Code and you can find it.
183768
I read the Da Vinci Code religiously. It is probably my favorite book that i have ever read. The story line keeps you wondering what's going to happen next, and keeps your attention the whole way through. I really enjoy the illustrated version because you get to see they different paintings and building that they are actually talking about. What people have to remember is that it's a fictional story, not religious text. But i can't wait for them movie to come out. I'm so excited. If you have questions about it, you can e-mail me, i swear i have that book memorized.
1050517
well movies could be much better ..... or maybe i guess i expected a three and a half hour extended version of the movie (2 hrs is just too less to even skim thru )\nI did like the first two though coz they covered most of the book ...\n\nBut when it comes to books .... well ....\n\n~~~~ HARRY POTTER RULES ~~~~
973434
The book is better than the movie and neither are outstanding.  they are ok.  It would be hard to follow the movie and really understand what is happening without reading the book.  I think both book and movie have been highly over-rated.\n\nIn terms of getting to sit and watch a movie - maybe if you have a portable DVD player and you take it into the bathroom with you and lock the door and refuse to come out until it is finished!!  When y kids were little that was the only place I could read for a few minutes!  How about hubby taking care of the kids for a couple of hours so you can watch a movie undisturbed?  Otherwise, hire a baby-sitter for a few hours so you and hubby can go to a  movie.  I sympathize!!  Best of luck!  They do grow up and before you know it the house will be quiet!!
647443
I have read and enjoyed the book as exciting fiction although I thought "Angels and Demons" was better.\n\nI am Catholic and did not question my faith in the least.\n\nI was planning to see the movie but now it is getting bad reviews so I might change my mind.\n\nWith love in Christ.
675033
I really want to see the movie but with caution, the movie is never as good as the book, this has been proven over and over and over.\nDid you know that The Da Vinci Code is part of a trilogy, \nAngels and Demons and yet to be released third part?\n\nI saw the movie last night and I feel that they simplified the movie at little too much to fit the running time, they left out many interesting parts and ignored key parts of the book, but then again the movie is never as good as the book.
726760
I FOUND AND READ THE BOOK !!!\n\nBUT NEVER HEARD ABOUT \nTHE MOVIE !!!???!!!
1057966
the new one? *sigh* it is soo worth seeing. I thought it would be okay, kind of boring, now that I saw it, it's my second favorite movie. Everyone I know thought it would just be kind of okay, and then they can't stop watching it. the cast is one of the best I've seen, great scenery....really great movie. so yeah, it's worth seeing. :)