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The Magic Faraway Tree

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Oreo Thu 09-Apr-26 08:58:23

I thought the books were lovely and read them to my DD’s when they were young, who hung on every word.

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Basgetti Wed 08-Apr-26 23:56:18

It really is a film for all ages, isn’t it BlueBelle? Just, lovely. Though I couldn’t help feeling that dad ought to have been played by Matthew Baynton (Horrible Histories and Ghosts).

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BlueBelle Wed 08-Apr-26 23:48:47

Oh Bagsati I loved Enid Blyton books and the magic Faraway tree was by far my favourite set of books
I don’t think I d have ever been the book lover I was as a child if I hadn’t cut my teeth on Enid Blyton
But back to the film, my friend and I went last week and loved it The only bit for me was Silky was nothing like she was in the book, nor saucepan man so I found them a bit unbelievable. But yes we both loved the film.

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Basgetti Wed 08-Apr-26 23:34:42

What a wonderful film!
Went over Easter weekend, under (quiet) sufferance. Read (very soon reluctantly, because they were awful) the books to our kids years ago.
The adaptation by the brilliant Simon Farnaby (Paddington films) is funny, captivating, and beautifully filmed.
I’ve recommended it to several child-free friends because it’s one of those rare films that appeals to all ages. Really, watch it. You’ll be glad that you did
(No, I have no personal/professional interest in the film 😁)

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