I faced my fears, and I watched The NeverEnding Story for the first time in nearly 32 years. But by the time I was done, I couldn’t help but wonder: Was this film trying to traumatize children? Was that kinda the point?
“We don’t even care whether or not we care” - that was the headspinner for me growing up. I havent seen this movie in years and that line still pops in my head once a month or so.
Also, “Artex, you stupid horse” hurts deep. The music, the narration. 10/10 death scene.
"Head spinner" is a good term here because I think that's exactly what was happening to my 5-year-old brain. So much stuff I didn't comprehend, and yet so much that I *could* comprehend because it was terrifying!
I'm glad you mentioned that one! I didn't see The Black Cauldron until I was somewhere around 11 or 12 actually. I think my sister recommended that to me *because* of its notorious reputation for scaring children, and that's why I ended up watching it. 😂 Cool movie, though! The story's a bit forgettable but it's beautifully animated.
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“We don’t even care whether or not we care” - that was the headspinner for me growing up. I havent seen this movie in years and that line still pops in my head once a month or so.
Also, “Artex, you stupid horse” hurts deep. The music, the narration. 10/10 death scene.
"Head spinner" is a good term here because I think that's exactly what was happening to my 5-year-old brain. So much stuff I didn't comprehend, and yet so much that I *could* comprehend because it was terrifying!
I was similarly traumatized by my childhood watch of The Black Cauldron lol. Might have to give it a rewatch!
I'm glad you mentioned that one! I didn't see The Black Cauldron until I was somewhere around 11 or 12 actually. I think my sister recommended that to me *because* of its notorious reputation for scaring children, and that's why I ended up watching it. 😂 Cool movie, though! The story's a bit forgettable but it's beautifully animated.
That ISU jab was unnecessary, hurtful, and 100% accurate.
It has to hurt if it’s to heal, Nate.