The Chronicles of Narnia: The Voyage of the Dawn Treader: Carrying the fairy tale to the end

Jaeden 2022-03-23 09:01:47

I remember that when I watched "The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe", I felt a lot of regret and felt that a story that was originally good enough and legendary was utterly poorly interpreted. It is only because of the naive fairy tale-like narrative style of the film, the family-style fighting scenes, and the ubiquitous pure innocence. None of this seems to be acceptable to a sane, sharp-minded adult. What we are more eager to see is the bloody battlefield of gold and iron horses, intriguing court battles, and hormonal love entanglements. However, such an angle of view is extremely unfair and out of context for the " Chronicles of Narnia" series. In fact, the original book itself is tailor-made for children, looking at a whole new world with children's eyes, and writing alternative legends with children's outlook on life and values. Let us take off the tinted glasses that adults disdain, and restore the most authentic and detached kingdom of Narnia.

Back then, J•R•R•Tolkien and C•S Lewis, who were also professors, deeply felt that the works of the magic series were extremely scarce, and most of them were too rigid and dogmatic, and there was no smart fantasy at all. A "magic competition" between the two wizards. As a result, the former built the kingdom of The Lord of the Rings, and the latter created the legend of Narnia. One is to show the haze, domineering and heroic Middle-earth world, and the other is to present an exotic country with novel and versatile elements, warmth and wisdom. Obviously, it is extremely inappropriate to measure the artistic value of the two original works solely by box office or word of mouth. Although the first two parts of "The Chronicles of Narnia" were both unfavorable and mediocre, I personally think that the film has made every effort to montage most of the content contained in the original. To label it childish and uninteresting for no reason is really a sham. Now that you have chosen Narnia, you might as well lower your posture, bring a childlike innocence, and travel with the little P children to travel far away from the hustle and bustle of Narnia, where there is no worldly distraction.

Among C•S•Lewis's seven Narnia series, most fans have always agreed that The Voyage of the Dawn Treader is the most legendary and representative. For such a statement, I have not read the original work, and naturally have no right to speak. But in terms of the overall story, it is indeed more interesting than the first two films, at least the whole film can be simply deconstructed into a "sea road film". In this way, the nature of adventure is more impactful and explosive, both visually and psychologically. Lucy's cousin, Eustace, is one of the biggest highlights of the film's comedy. In all kinds of films in Hollywood, it has always been keen to set up gags and chatter characters. Similar to the donkey in the Shrek series, the Digger in Guardian Saga is a rare spice. Further, the film seems to be narrated and guided by Eustace, describing a stubborn but cowardly child of a realist who grows into an inspirational story of courage and faith. From this point of view, this is indeed suitable for children to watch, although there are ferocious monsters, but this time, it is they themselves who dominate the fate and turn the tide.

As the first 3D blockbuster introduced in 2011, in terms of the effect of the picture, it is really not flattering. The picture quality is dull and lacking in vividness, and the 3D effect is barely noticeable. Except for the occasional water droplets from the waves, reminding the audience that this product is 3D, most of the rest of the scenes must be able to take off the heavy 3D glasses. It seems that there are still successors to pseudo-mistresses like "Battle of the Gods". The soundtrack of the film is much appreciated. The majestic momentum, distant and grand, is enough to make people forget the mind-filled play. When the gorgeous and sophisticated CG effects appear, the music can suddenly become ethereal and long like water. In fact, the soundtracks of most excellent Hollywood films are carefully crafted, which can not only match the film's bridges with charm, and facilitate emotional integration, but also provide a space for the audience to fly their thoughts. In this regard, domestic films need considerable development and progress.

The story setting of "The Chronicles of Narnia" series is very different from that of "The Lord of the Rings" series. The "Lord of the Rings" series of trilogy are natural and integrated; while the "Chronicles of Narnia" series of seven series seems to be a brand new adventure on the surface, and the potential dark line will be The whole legend is linked together. This is also the consideration of C•S•Lewis based on children's thinking. It not only increases the interest and visibility, but also does not appear complicated, but also expands the imagination space of magical elements. The story of The Chronicles of Narnia: The Voyage of the Dawn Treader is simple and straightforward, and children's literature should always have such potential. If you go straight to the point of analyzing the clear-cut plot, it is obviously a thankless thing. Its significance lies in allowing the audience to recall the past childhood involuntarily and experience the innocence and innocence of childhood again. All the so-called truth, goodness and beauty, in front of children, are simple, clear and distinct. As an adult, in the face of these, they tend to sway from side to side and unsure. "Flowers have a re-opening day, and people will never be young again." Now those childhood days that are gone forever, but still unforgettable, can be found in the world of light and shadow, why should we wear colored glasses to look at them? . So, let's go on like this, the Chronicles of Narnia series, four, five, six, seven, carry the naive fairy tale to the end.

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  • [a bird lands beside Eustace and caws]

    Eustace Clarence Scrubb: [about Reepicheep] In England, we have mouse traps for that sort of thing. Speaking of food, you don't know where I could get any, do you?

    Tavros: Uh, why are you talking to that bird?

    Eustace Clarence Scrubb: Uh, I just naturally assumed that you can...

    Tavros: [busts out laughing] He's talking to birds!

    Telmarine Sailor: He's mad as a loon, that one!

    Tavros: Yeah!

  • Eustace Clarence Scrubb: Oh, you're a boat in a magical land. Can't you row yourself?