Based on 448 votes and 198 reviews.
I found the film riveting but at times quite sad. Of course there were many light and happy moments and the two lead children were excellent.
The movie was enjoyable but a bit drawn out. The young actress was very impressive. I enjoyed the development of the relationship between the girl and her new parents and the man they were hiding who would eventually become her husband.
Pretty, pretty, pretty good!
I love the movie! Wasn't sure what to expect from the trailers, but what I saw at the cinema was amazing. Everything seemed to fall into place so well. I would recommend and watch this movie several time over.
"The Book Thief" is a film set in Nazi Germany and adapted from Markus Zusak's best-selling novel with the same name. The opening scene sets the tone of the film with Death as the fatigued narrator, commenting on how busy he is during WWII Germany, and how he is haunted by humans' ability to be responsible for such extreme tragedy and beauty at the same time. Superbly acted, and beautifully written, "The Book Thief" gives us a glimpse of the turmoil, fears and joys experienced by everyday Germans, and those persecuted, during this era.
A beatifully filmed, well acted adaptation. Geoffrey Rush and Emily Watson are terrific. As are the young actors. Go see this film! You won't be disappointed.
This movie was great, it really made me want to read the book.
I really love all the ups and downs. It progressed at a very good pace. I would totally recommend this movie to anyone.
what a great movie, but of course it has Geoffrey Rush.Movies like this help us understand the past, but nothing replaces the book.
Excellent movie in all ways. Although it is a story set in a very sad and painful part of History, the movie is very well done and the actors carrie it beautifully. Loved it. Cried, laughed, great movie.