The Golden Compass

family friendly, family outing, girls' night, kids, pre-teens, teen fantasy, teens

orphan, female protagonist, journey, witch, heroes, kidnapping, coming of age, adventurer, quest, fantasy world, wizard, parallel world, alternate reality, parallel universe, imaginary, magical, child protagonist, sword and sorcery, literary, steampunk, chosen one, strong female character, polar bear, overheard conversation, dog sled