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Another concern is the loss of authenticity in adapting stories written by authors like C.S. Lewis or J.R.R. Tolkien. Gerwig’s Narnia is expected to focus predominantly on The Magician’s Nephew, a choice that radically alters the traditional narrative flow and religious symbolism. Critics argue that such reinterpretations risk stripping away what made the originals meaningful, especially when they are rooted in Christian allegory.
The market for genuine, thoughtfully crafted adaptations seems to be shrinking, as studios prefer to inject modern, often feminist-themed agendas into these classics, sometimes to the dismay of fans and literary purists alike.