The BFG

The BFG

Year: 2016

Runtime: 117 min

Language: English

Director: Steven Spielberg

Budget: $140M

AdventureFantasyFamily

A young girl named Sophie befriends the Big Friendly Giant, a gentle giant who takes her to his magical realm, Giant Country. There, she learns about the power of dreams and discovers the secrets of this enchanted world. As Sophie grows fond of the BFG, they face danger from other giants who are less friendly. Together, they embark on a thrilling adventure to seek help from the Queen and protect humanity.

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1

Sophie gazes at the night

In the stillness of the night, an adventurous eight-year-old orphan named Sophie finds it hard to sleep. As she looks out from her window, she observes a barren landscape that surrounds her, feeling a sense of loneliness.

Sophie’s room
2

Encounter with the BFG

Suddenly, Sophie spots a colossal figure outside her window—the Big Friendly Giant, or BFG. Their eyes lock, and despite initial fear, she is swiftly lifted from her window by his long, slender arms, taken into a vast underground space.

Outside Sophie’s window
3

Sophie’s fears

Fearing she might become the BFG's next meal, Sophie pleads for her life. However, the giant reassures her he has no such intentions and explains his role in capturing and delivering dreams to children while eliminating nightmares.

BFG's underground home
4

The BFG's unique gift

The BFG reveals the contents of his suitcase, filled with dreams, showing Sophie that he is a kind-hearted giant. He shares details of his life, including the snozzcumber, which is his sole food despite being foul-smelling.

BFG's underground home
5

Bloodbottler's intrusion

Just as Sophie and the BFG start to enjoy their time together, the menacing giant Bloodbottler arrives uninvited. Quick-thinking Sophie hides in the folds of the snozzcumber, while the BFG cleverly tricks Bloodbottler into eating it instead.

BFG's underground home
6

Sophie’s narrow escape

In an unexpected turn of events, Sophie finds herself accidentally enveloped in the giant's mouth. Moments later, she is spat out unscathed, realizing the absurdity of her situation and the BFG's sense of humor.

BFG's underground home
7

Exploring Dream Country

As Sophie grows comfortable with the BFG, they set off for Dream Country, where Sophie witnesses the BFG's breathtaking ability to catch dreams. Their adventures lead them to encounter a collection of other giants, including the formidable Fleshlumpeater.

Dream Country
8

Nightmare unleashed

When confronted by Fleshlumpeater, the BFG uses his power to summon a nightmare featuring a hero named Jack. The result is chaos among the giants, who thrash about in their sleep, giving Sophie and the BFG an opportunity to escape.

Dream Country
9

Request to the Queen

Encouraged by Sophie's bravery, the BFG decides to seek help from Her Majesty the Queen of England. He transports Sophie directly into the Queen's chamber, where he shares a nightmare that reveals the threats posed by the other giants.

Buckingham Palace
10

The Queen's aid

Upon awakening, the Queen is convinced of the BFG's mission and agrees to assist him. She organizes a task force to capture the menacing giants, ensuring the safety of children everywhere.

Buckingham Palace
11

The giants captured

Leading a fleet of helicopters, the BFG and Sophie guide the team to the giants' lair. They successfully capture eight giants, but Fleshlumpeater awakens, forcing Sophie and the BFG to think quickly to ensure their escape.

Giants' lair
12

Transporting giants

Sophie and the BFG collect the dreams as trophies while the helicopters transport the captured giants back to England. They ensure Fleshlumpeater is secured, successfully preventing any harm to themselves or others.

Aerial route to England
13

Recognition and gifts

After the giants are captured, countries worldwide express their gratitude toward Sophie and the BFG. They receive gifts and are awarded a lavish residence in Windsor Great Park, which quickly becomes a tourist attraction.

Windsor Great Park
14

Intrusion in Windsor

One fateful night, three drunken revelers breach the secure area around their residence. This unexpected intrusion brings about unforeseen consequences and adds a humorous twist to their new life.

Windsor Great Park
15

BFG becomes Royal Dream-Blower

Honored for his contributions, the BFG is crowned the Royal Dream-Blower, continuing to spread delightful dreams among children. He also embraces his new skills by penning a novel, sharing his extraordinary experiences.

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