The Secret Garden

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Katyabatya K @LemonBum Dec 31 I’m not sure where the goal was here. It is in no way an improvement to the 1993 adaptation which far better adheres to the books premise. The gardens growth and magic is supposed to work in tandem with the characters. The main theme is transformation, which I see very little of here. It’s not supposed to be a mere observation of a secret world by some random kids. Mary is supposed to begin as sullen and almost seemingly dead in her soul, like the grey twigs and brown, rotten earth. The discovery of a beautiful world as well as the beautiful soul within both Mary and Colin is something meant to unfurl slowly and with tension. The film just didn’t hit that mark. The CGI is garish at best, and the walled garden is not believable. I still enjoy watching anything with outdoors and beautiful plant life as a focus, but it really doesn’t stretch beyond that. See more David Brian O Aug 24 Makes you wonder why they remade the 1993 film - and in doing so produced a film devoid of charm, without faith to the original story. Very disappointing. Avoid - instead find the 1993 film which is simply lovely See more Kayleigh v Apr 25 This film seemed really promising to me. But once I started watching, I found it long-winded, boring, and the storyline was strange and unclear. Honestly, I don’t have much positive to say, even though I usually love films like this. See more Hannah B 02/23/2024 Suffered from longevity. I am not sure whether or not the director has read the book. Visual design was fine, although not in keeping with the tone of the original story. See more Alec B @AlecMichaelB 06/04/2023 The Secret Garden is a visually stunning, modern adaptation of the timeless classic that captures the essence of the original story, though sometimes falls short in its execution. Director Marc Munden delivers a visually striking film, with lush cinematography and breathtaking landscapes that transport viewers into the magical world of Misselthwaite Manor. Young actress Dixie Egerickx impresses as Mary Lennox, exuding both vulnerability and strength in her performance. However, the film's pacing feels uneven, with some narrative choices detracting from the overall impact. While the contemporary elements introduced to the story make it more relatable to modern audiences, some changes feel unnecessary. Despite these flaws, The Secret Garden still offers moments of charm and wonder, making it a solid adaptation that may resonate with younger viewers discovering the story for the first time. See more Alex G 05/14/2023 I grew up on the 1993 classic, so I may be slightly blinded by nostalgia in my judgment. That said, while the movie obviously has access to more special effects than that version, which should also come as no surprise being from the producer of Harry Potter, I feel that much of the '93 version's charm lay in how the magic of the garden was more subtle and implied. See more Read all reviews

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