This week we review Spielberg’s take on Roald Dahl’s heartwarming tale of a huge guy who abducts a small child and takes her back to his lair and doesn’t let her leave. It’s the BFG! Plus 3 magic-themed films compete for the Super Smackdown title. Also: The Hunting Ground, Odd Man Out, The Prestige, The Illusionist, Scoop.
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Silver Screen Snobs is a weekly film podcast with David Lees and Tom Roe covering new releases, movie news and more.
I was shocked by how badly this tanked at the box office. I figured Spielberg’s name would be enough to bring audiences in. I wish it had done better.