Bridge to Terabithia

The ads for the movie version of The Bridge to Terabithia by Katerine Patterson pushed me into "reading" the audiobook. The book was wonderful, satisfying and real. I am now convinced that the movie completely misses the main point which is the friendship and acceptance between two children who feel outside the norm. Katherine Patterson's characters are so thoughtfully drawn. The movie seems to be about the fantasy world they create -- an important part of the story but not one that is described in much detail in the book.

I am guessing the movie industry is reluctant to move too far from the Harry Potter fantasy formula. What a wasted opportunity to do something different.