The book isn't the most original piece of literature ever, but it is a fun and compelling read and I can't wait for book 3. The film, IMHO, looks pretty good, though they did the dragon in the worst way possible. I'm seeing it Thrusday night at a press screening, and I'll post my review in this thread. I would disclose the link where my reviews are posted, but I don't want to give my real name out on a forum. A bit paronoid, I know, but you can never be sure.

Most of the casting on the movie is good, and I can't think of anyone better than Jeromy Irons to play Brom. Ed Speelers as Eragon....we'll have to see. The trailer doesn't make me all that hopeful. I've also heard the movie strays far from the book at some times, which is never a good thing. I'm hopeful, but hope doesn't make a great film, sadly. If it did, we'd all be singing the praises of the prequels.