In the climax of the film, Lyra Belacqua (played by Dakota Blue Richards) and her allies confront the evil Mrs. Coulter (played by Nicole Kidman) and the Magisterium in the Arctic to stop their plans to control Dust and manipulate humanity.
Throughout the movie, Lyra, accompanied by her daemon Pantalaimon, embarks on a quest to rescue her kidnapped friend Roger and uncover the truth behind the mysterious substance known as Dust. Along the way, she allies herself with various individuals, including the armored bear Iorek Byrnison (voiced by Ian McKellen) and the aeronaut Lee Scoresby (played by Sam Elliott).
In the final moments of the film, Lyra and her allies, including the witch Serafina Pekkala (played by Eva Green) and the Gyptians, engage in a battle against Mrs. Coulter’s forces and the Magisterium. With the help of the truth-telling device known as the alethiometer and the power of the armored bear army, they manage to disrupt the Magisterium’s plans and rescue the captured children, including Roger.
As the battle rages on, Lyra confronts Mrs. Coulter and learns the truth about her parentage and the prophecy surrounding her destiny. With the aid of her allies and the alethiometer, Lyra gains the upper hand and forces Mrs. Coulter to flee.
In the aftermath of the battle, Lyra decides to embark on a new journey to explore other worlds and uncover the secrets of Dust, while her allies continue their fight against the oppressive forces of the Magisterium. The film ends with Lyra and Pantalaimon setting off on a new adventure, ready to face whatever challenges lie ahead.
Overall, the ending of “The Golden Compass” sets the stage for further adventures and exploration in the rich and fantastical world created by Philip Pullman. Through its blend of fantasy, adventure, and social commentary, the film offers audiences a thrilling and thought-provoking journey into a world filled with magic, mystery, and danger.