The BFG (2016)

The BFG is a warm, whimsical family adventure about a lonely ten-year-old orphan, Sophie, who is swept from her London orphanage into the mysterious Giant Country by a gentle, twenty-four-foot “Big Friendly Giant.” The film balances wonder and danger: viewers will be delighted by the BFG’s childlike charm, inventive language and dream-catching work, while feeling genuine suspense when the human-eating giants (with names like Bloodbottler and Fleshlumpeater) threaten them. Visually lush and full of imaginative sequences—nighttime London, the BFG’s cozy cave, surreal dream landscapes—the movie mixes humor, tenderness and occasional scares suitable for older children and adults alike. As Sophie and the BFG form a touching bond, they embark on a bold plan that takes them back to London to enlist help and confront the menacing giants, delivering themes of friendship, bravery and the power of imagination. Overall, viewers can expect a heartfelt, family-friendly fairy tale with spectacular fantasy visuals, playful language, and enough thrills to keep audiences of all ages engaged.

Actors: Mark Rylance, Ruby Barnhill, Penelope Wilton

Director: Steven Spielberg

Runtime: 117 min

Genres: Adventure, Family, Fantasy

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