Parents Say
Based on 23 parent reviews
Parents say the movie significantly deviates from the books, incorporating darker themes and portraying teachers harshly, leading to disappointment in many viewers, especially those who loved the original stories. While some families found messages about accepting differences to be positive, others were concerned about the scary elements that left younger children frightened and anxious, suggesting the film is more appropriate for older kids who can handle such content.
- not like books
- dark themes
- mixed messages
- age appropriateness
- parental disappointment
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