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Percy Jackson & The Olympians: The Lightning Thief is finally on DVD. This movie really has a Harry Potter vibe to it, but that is probably related to the fact that director was also the director in the first Harry Potter movie. This movie was based off the book series by Rick Riordan, which could mean there may be future movies. This movie had a doable plot, enjoyable characters, and an adventure through history with a modern element. Don’t miss out on your copy today.

The plot involves a demigod named Percy and his best friend who happens to be a satyr. Accompanied by Athena’s daughter the three of them are hunting down Pearls than can transport a person anywhere, since Percy’s mother was kidnapped and taken to Hades. So you get a chance to find out if Percy’s mother gets rescued by the trio and who Percy’s paternal being really is.

The characters in the movie are enjoyable. Percy comes off as the average guy, the satyr is the kind of loyal friend everyone wants, and Athena’s daughter is cute girl with a sassy attitude to match. The three of them click well together and are ones that children can like and relate to. There’s also lots of mythological creatures, so children get a Greek mythology less along with it.

The adventure is not all action but it is like a big history lesson. You learn a lot about certain mythological creatures such as Medusa and Hades. Part of the way they figure out where the pearls from Persephone’s necklace are is by figuring out the myth. But instead of going back into history, they find the pearls in modern day locations in the United States.

If you are looking for a new series that is good for the children and the family don’t miss this one. This would be a 4 out of 5 for me. Good movie with a fun adventure, mixed with mythology.

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