The Golden Compass

Synopsis

In a parallel universe, the young and brave girl Lyra Belacqua embarks on a dangerous journey to the Arctic, with her shape-shifting daemon Pantalaimon, to rescue kidnapped children and unveil a sinister plot. While facing formidable adversaries, including a powerful and deceitful woman named Mrs. Coulter, Lyra discovers shocking truths about her world and her destiny. Through a series of thrilling adventures and unexpected alliances, Lyra's unwavering determination and courage are put to the ultimate test, as she seeks to defy a nefarious authority and protect the innocence of the marginalized in a captivating tale of fantasy and defiance.

Cast

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  Nicole Kidman

  Marisa Coulter

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  Daniel Craig

  Lord Asriel

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  Dakota Blue Richards

  Lyra Belacqua

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  Ben Walker

  Roger Parslow

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  Freddie Highmore

  Pantalaimon (voice)

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  Ian McKellen

  Iorek Byrnison (voice)

Reviews

The Golden Compass received mixed reviews from critics. Rotten Tomatoes gave it a rating of 42%, indicating a divisive response. Some critics praised the film's visual effects and imaginative world-building, while others criticized its pacing and deviations from the source material. IMDb users rated the movie 6.1/10, with some viewers appreciating the performances of Nicole Kidman and young Dakota Blue Richards, yet expressing disappointment in the film's overall execution. Metacritic assigned a score of 51/100, suggesting a lukewarm critical reception. Despite its shortcomings, The Golden Compass remains a visually stunning and thematically rich adaptation that has its moments of brilliance.