Product Description
These classic stories have enchanted millions around the world. Radio Theatre brings them to life in this dramatized audio production. Recorded in London with an all-star cast of England’s brightest talent from the stage and screen, an original orchestral score, and cinema-quality digital sound design, this innovative recording provides hours of entertainment for the entire family. All seven stories are available in a single, redesigned slipcase or available individ… More >>
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The Chronicles of Narnia: Never Has the Magic Been So Real
Fri, Mar 26, 2010
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March 26th, 2010 at 6:31 am
I’m a dedicated Narnia fan. Loved the books since I was a kid; read them enough so I’ve practically got them memorized.. I’ve read many other of Lewis’s books as well, both theology and fiction. I started listening with Magician’s Nephew, which used to be backstory but has been promoted to the first book in the series. One problem I noticed in translating a book into radio theatre is that the writers do away with as much descriptive narrative as possible by putting the description into their actor’s mouths instead. So you’ve got actors saying things that people wouldn’t ordinarily say. It seemed a little forced. I was glad I’d read the story previously so I knew what was going on. The child actor’s were okay, though sometimes I had a problem telling which was Digory and which Polly. Queen Jadis was awful. Did she have to speak so melodramatically? And Aslan — oh my gosh. He talks like a preacher. It was hideous. I bet the Focus on the Family folks didn’t notice that since they are all preachers there. They probably thought it sounded great. I couldn’t get through the story, however. I found myself laughing in derision and rolling my eyes. Finally I turned it off.
Rating: 1 / 5
March 26th, 2010 at 8:59 am
Very excited about the FOTF version of Narnia. Read a lot about it. Have only listened to the first book (Magician’s Nephew) and it is really, really, really good until … you get to Aslan’s voice! Augh! The actor is so stilted. There is no rhythm or meter to his reading. It’s almost painful to listen to.
It saddens me to write this review, and for $20 it’s still worth it, but this could have been PERFECT if Aslan’s voice had been done better by a more competent voice actor. I hope the rest of the books are better than the first!
Rating: 3 / 5
March 26th, 2010 at 11:47 am
This is such a great series and to have it produced by Focus on the Family – Radio Theatre group, makes it even better. If you enjoy the Chronicles and have enjoyed any of the other Radio Theatre productions or Adventures in Odessey, you will love this set!
Rating: 5 / 5
March 26th, 2010 at 12:10 pm
We bought this CD set for the kids for Christmas, and listened to the first three stories on the way home (driving from WI to FL). We were all–my husband, I, & the kids–completely entertained. The story is interesting enough to keep the adults engaged, while the character and sounds (and the stories) keep the kids focused. We loved it. As far as the cost, when you break it down the cost is pretty inexpensive considering how many hours of stories you get.
Rating: 5 / 5
March 26th, 2010 at 12:20 pm
This is a great set, it’s one of the best audio books I have ever heard. It has various actors playing each of the characters, music, and sounds that match the story perfectly. It’s a must for anyone who loves childrens’ books.
Rating: 5 / 5