In the world of both wealth and generation gaps as well as changes in values, it is not easy for a child to grow up and find his/her own way - there are so many obstacles and challenges, and kids with strong character and/or home support are able to overcome them more or less smoothly. The rest would wade into hobbies or imaginary world - as we see in Bridge to Terabithia where two loners/ soul-mates find their time and place to exit real problems and difficulties. Well, it is logical, but it appears as a recommendation for others suffering from bullying, abusive family etc. - which is definitely not the best way of encouragement. The plot is also not too smooth, the most interesting part is Leslie and Jesse together until the certain twist, the ending is a bit insipid, the introductory part has too many clichés; digital effects, however, are splendidly made. But the cast is nicely strong, both children and adults, particularly Josh Hutcherson, AnnaSophia Robb, Robert Patrick, Zooey Deschanel.
All in all, the movie in question is a above-average creation, with lots of realistic elements concerning most of families. One must still bear in mind that its undertone rather gloomy than positive, being not suitable for every child.
All in all, the movie in question is a above-average creation, with lots of realistic elements concerning most of families. One must still bear in mind that its undertone rather gloomy than positive, being not suitable for every child.