The BFG (“Big Friendly Giant”) 2016 Review

The BFG (2016) Review

Genre: Adventure, Family, Fantasy
Director: Steven Spielberg
Writers: Melissa Mathison
Casts:  Mark Rylance, Ruby Barnhill, Penelope Wilton, Jemaine Clement, Rebecca Hall, Rafe Spall, Bill Hader, Michael David Adamthwaite, Daniel Bacon, Chris Gibbs, & Adam Godley.

 

The Plot, what happens?                                                                                                                                              10-Year-old Sophie is in for the adventure of a lifetime when

she meets the Big Friendly Giant. Naturally scared at first, the young girl soon realizes that the 24-foot behemoth is actually quite gentle and charming. As their friendship grows, Sophie’s presence attracts the unwanted attention of Bloodbottler, Fleshlumpeater and other giants. After travelling to London, Sophie and the BFG must convince Queen Elizabeth to help them get rid of all the bad giants once and for all.

 

Did you find the plot interesting?

Yea it’s the same as the original, from the Roald Dahl book.

 

Did you like the film?

Yes I did. There are some comparisons with the original and this remake. The main difference being live action with cgi special effects, as opposed to an animation.

 

What was your favourite bit & why?

Everything in the film.

 

What are the Main Characters and Why?

The BFG and Sophie (the 10 year old orphan taken by the BFG)

 

Would you recommend this film to a friend?

Yes I would.

 

Rating: 4 out of 5 stars – Flixster/Rotten Tomatoes

 

Ryan Balkwill:

Resident film reviewer,

Level Best Art Cafe.