Steven Spielberg has confirmed that he is going to direct the imminent adaptation of Roald Dahl's The BFG, which is fantastic news... or is it?
Many may be overjoyed that a book, with such popularity among children (and adults alike), is in capable cinematic hands. This will be the classic book's second adaption; the first being an animated version in 1989, and, while some may be pleased about Spielberg's involvement, it actually seems almost as long since the director of E.T. had that special, golden touch. You are obviously entitled to argue that I am in no place to sit here and criticise an outstanding director such as Steven Spielberg. However, let's take a look at five of Spielberg's latest movies as a director.
Lincoln (2012). Maybe it's because I'm not American but the movie's grey tone and slow dialogue bored me to an early night.
War Horse (2011). An adaptation of Michael Morpurgo's book that should have made me cry but somehow Mr Spielberg failed to pull the emotional heartstrings.
The Adverntures of Tintin (2011). Great animation and a superb vocal cast failed to engage me with this adaption of Hergé's comics. Quite frankly, the plot baffled me; there were chases but I'm not entirely sure what they were chasing.
Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull (2008). A pointless addition to the Indiana Jones series that was extremely disappointing, especially when you consider that it took almost 20 years to conceptualise.
War of the Worlds (2005). A terrible adaptation of HG Wells' classic novel; a flawed script and disappointing aliens.
While this selection of Spielberg flicks may have been both commercially successful and picked up awards, they do not inspire huge confidence in me that his 2016 adaptation of The BFG will be anything other than a cash cow. The BFG deserves love and care and I hope that Mr Dahl's magical tale may prove to be the catalyst that inspires Mr Spielberg to return to the once untouchable director of ET or Jaws.
Thus, not wanting to appear utterly pessimistic, here's are The List Hero's Favourite Steven Spielberg Movies.
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