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Mary Norton·1997·Director: Peter Hewitt
70%
Faithfulness
4.0
Book Rating
3.0
Movie Rating
Platform: DVD
John Goodman, Jim Broadbent, Mark Williams
The Book
The Borrowers is a children's fantasy novel by the English author Mary Norton, published by Dent in 1952. It is the first of five books in The Borrowers series.
The Film
A secret family of four-inch people living inside the walls of a house must save their home from an evil real estate developer. They face many challenges while trying to remain hidden and protect their tiny world.
Key Differences
The film adds a more prominent villain character not present in the book. The Borrowers' family structure is simplified for the movie. The setting is updated to a more modern time compared to the original book's period.
Our Verdict
Enjoy both!The film captures the spirit of the book while making changes to appeal to a wider audience and modern viewers. Both reading the book and watching the film provide a fuller understanding and enjoyment of the story.
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