Magic Tree Falls Short | Entertainment and Celebrity News

A nostalgic trip to a magical tree lands Fran, one of the Thompson kids, in a whimsical world full of fairy tales and oddball characters — just as her family’s life spirals after mom loses her job. Directed by Ben Gregor and penned by Simon Farnaby (Paddington 2), this adaptation of a 1930s classic leans on charming visuals and sweet kid performances, but falters when trying to weave in a timely message about tech and modern life. With Andrew Garfield and Claire Foy playing underused roles, the real magic lies with the young cast — though even they can’t quite save this forgettable, mildly amusing flick from slipping into the background.

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