The Golden Compass
Summary
In a wondrous parallel world where witches soar the skies and Ice Bears rule the frozen North, one special girl is destined to hold the fate of the universe in her hands. When Lyra Belacqua becomes the keeper of the Golden Compass, she discovers that her world and all those beyond are threatened by... Full description
Summary: |
In a wondrous parallel world where witches soar the skies and Ice Bears rule the frozen North, one special girl is destined to hold the fate of the universe in her hands. When Lyra Belacqua becomes the keeper of the Golden Compass, she discovers that her world and all those beyond are threatened by the secret plans of Ms. Coulter. With the help of Lord Asriel and a group of unlikely allies ready to stand at her side, Lyra embarks on an extraordinary quest that celebrates friendship and courage against all odds. |
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Item Description: |
Based on the book "Northern lights" by Philip Pullman. Originally released as a motion picture in 2007. |
Physical Description: |
1 videodisc (ca. 113 min.) : sd., col. ; 4 3/4 in. |
Format: |
DVD, region 1, widescreen (2.35:1) presentation; DTS-ES 6.1 discrete surround, Dolby Digital 5.1 EX surround, Dolby Digital stereo. surround, DVD-9. |
Audience: |
MPAA rating: PG-13; sequences of fantasy violence. |
Awards: |
Academy award winner for achievement in visual effects, 2008. |
Production Credits: |
Director of photography, Henry Braham ; editors, Peter Honess, Anne V. Coates, Kevin Tent ; music by Alexandre Desplat ; costume designer, Ruth Myers ; production designer, Dennis Gassner ; visual effects producer, Susan MacLeod. |
ISBN: |
0780680162 9780780680166 |