Synopsis: Magic is everywhere in Disney's The Sorcerer's Apprentice-the fun family adventure from the creators of National Treasure. Balthazar Blake (Nicolas Cage) is a modern-day sorcerer with his hands full defending Manhattan against dark forces. When a seemingly average kid shows hidden potential, Balthazar takes his reluctant recruit on a crash course in the art and science of magic to become the ultimate sorcerer's apprentice. Experience more extraordinary thrills, heart-stopping action and spectacular special effects than you can imagine as these unlikely partners show us that the real world is far more magical than we ever knew!

Review: The Sorcerer's Apprentice is Disney's latest live-action effort and after the mixed reception of the Prince of Persia we were eager to check this one out.  We don't get to the theater that often, so our first viewing of Apprentice is on blu-ray high-definition.   This set comes with a blu-ray and DVD.

The film is largely a showcase for the special effects that Disney is capable of.  Its all eye-candy and its well worth it!   In the age of Harry Potter, the Sorcerer's Apprentice holds its own in effects and action, if not in plot.  The script is solid and the acting performances are great, with great turn-ins by Nick Cage, Alfred Molina and Monica Bellucci.

The film is basically a battle between two of Merlin's apprentices.  A young student that has inherited the powers of Merlin gets caught in the middle and a ton of action and adventure ensue.  Its a wonderful film and a great watch!  We highly recommend this one.

Interest Range: Disney, Fantasy