ENTERTAINMENT
Movie Reviews From A Christian Perspective
Seeker, The: The Dark is Rising
Dove Family-Approved
Recommended for ages 12 and over
Synopsis:
Based on author Susan Cooper's "The Dark is Rising" series. Will
Stanton's life is turned upside down when he learns that he is the last of a
group of immortal warriors who have dedicated their lives to fighting the forces
of the dark. As he uncovers mysterious clues, Stanton discovers that with the
dark once again rising, the future of the world rests in his hands.
Dove Worldview:
"The Seeker" is a film adaptation of the second in a series of
books written by Susan Cooper. While many of the details have been loosely
adapted from the book, the central theme of Dark vs. Light has been maintained.
This is certainly an action-packed movie that will keep its audience on the edge
of their seats throughout.
The special effects are top notch but not overdone as sometimes
can be the case, and the script moves along swiftly. Parents should be aware
that the action scenes are nearly non-stop and do involve impending peril for
our heroes (after all, The Dark is Rising...). This is the main reason we have
recommended this film for a slightly older audience. However, the action and
violence are well within Dove's acceptable guidelines which allows us to award
"The Seeker" our Dove "Family-Approved" Seal.
"The Seeker: The Dark is Rising" is a non-stop thrill ride that
will leave you breathless.
Sex: None
Language: OMG-1; Thank God-1
Violence: Several very intense scenes of battle between
the forces of light and dark-however, none are graphic. The use of weapons
in battle such as swords, shields, cross-bow etc; brother pushes brother;
brother fights brother.
Drugs: Wine with dinner by adults; a flagon of beer used as a wager
in a bet.
Nudity: None
Other: Birds and Snakes attack the forces of light. Boy moves objects
by thought. Man transforms into many birds.

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