The Golden Compass: Extended Preview

I’m going to die happy; a new trailer for The Golden Compass movie was released at Comic-Con. It’s stunning, breathtaking, spectacular, and other such synonyms.

If you didn’t know, my favorite book series ever is Philip Pullman’s His Dark Materials. The Golden Compass is the first book of the trilogy, and the movie for the book will make its debut on December 7, 2007 (a date which will live in infamy).

This trailer is awesome because it relieves some of my fears about the movie. First and foremost, the trailer clearly states that the antagonist of the movie will still be the Magisterium (church), enabling the movie to stay true to its roots.

The Magisterium seeks to control every world, and every universe. Nothing will stop them from trying to take over. Nothing but you.

Next, we’ve finally been given a glimpse at Dakota Blue Richards in character. If I had a test for who is fit to play Lyra, the book’s protagonist, she would pass it. I don’t ask for much, just someone who I won’t hate. The entire movie just seems wonderful, and I really can’t wait until December.

I’m looking for a group of people to take to see the movie, so if you’re interested, let me know. You might think it’s absurd to plan so far in advance. You’re right. Something this awesome calls for absurdity.

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5 Responses to “The Golden Compass: Extended Preview”


  1. 1 Christine

    This sounds pretty cool. If I’m home and it’s still in theatres I’m definately in for an outing… I say this with certainty in spite of December being five months away.

  2. 2 Ricky

    I think I’m going to go see this movie at least more than once. Super-fan.

  3. 3 Maia

    Woo I love Phil! My first comment, how wonderful and new, never realized that I actually had to create a name myself. Silly summer-minded me.

  4. 4 Ricky

    Maia, you’re joining my convoy to see the film. No questions. :P

  5. 5 Maia

    Ill do what I want bitch!

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