Not the best movie of the year; but it's actually quite enjoyable. The film is good for the entire family; it plays like a fairy tale meets a "Who Done It?" Don't go in expecting too much and you'll leave very satisfied. Disney lost out on this deal. The professional critics are complaining about M. Night's extended cameo -- there's nothing wrong with acting in your own movies, especially if you can pull it off, and I thought he did -- and the lady I was with thought he was very easy on the eyes. There is a very humorous scene where the actor "breaks the plane" of suspension that the adults enjoyed immensely, and there is another good subplot of redemption. Take your family to the matinée and you will have a good time together.
Review of Lady in the Water
