Review of The BFG (2016) by Axet — 07 Jul 2016
I had no real intention of seeing this and read no reviews but happened to hear Michael Medved's 4 star review on the radio. He was ecstatic about it! This is coming from not only a typical worthless critic not to be trusted, but a former film critic pretending he still is one. He compared it to "E.T." (10 rating for me) and said, "You'll love it!" meaning I guess anyone. Well pretty much everyone did love "E.T." because it was a brilliant modern day sci-fi fairy tale told as a story that fit contemporary times. Though that movie has dated a bit, it's still a classic for all ages, eight to eighty. This one on the other hand is a true fairy tale (as Steven himself claims), and is closer to his all time career low point "Hook" (2 rating). It will only be entertaining for the very young I'd say. Not only did I not love it as promised by Mr. Medved but found it an incredible bore! This is despite the high production value effects and Spielberg's signature craft and visual artistry along with the usual wonderful John Williams score (though sorry to say it sounds like I've heard it a hundred times before) all of which were put to much better use in previous Spielberg efforts.
The Spielberg brand is better suited not adapting other brands. He's too gifted as an original artist.
This review of The BFG (2016) was written by Axet on 07 Jul 2016.
The BFG has generally received positive reviews.
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