So I haven't read the Sword of Truth series, but I've heard a lot about it and noticed a TV series based upon it is starting soon, directed by Sam Raimi.

http://www.legendoftheseeker.com/

This show looks pretty good, I watched this clip they aired on crave
http://www.craveonline.com/articles/filmtv/04651990/exclusive_clip_legend_of_the_seeker.html

I really like the way its filmed, should be pretty good.