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Critic William Thomas
rated 6

...a comfortably amusing yarn.

Read full review at Empire
Critic Frederik Asschenfeldt Vandrup
rated 5

...årets Narnia for de allermindste.

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Cast & Crew

John Stephenson
Director
John Stephenson
Director
Georgio Serafini
As Mr. Bialli
Kenneth Branagh
As Uncle Albert
John Sessions
As Peasemarsh

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When their father goes off to fight in World War I, five children are sent to live with their eccentric uncle by the sea. There, they discover a magical sand fairy called It who can grant them wishes. However, their wishes often result in chaos and unexpected consequences, teaching them valuable lessons. The children use their wishes to try to make their lives easier, but things don't always go according to plan. In the end, they learn the importance of family and the power of love, and they must work together to save their father from danger. This description captures the essence of the movie's plot, highlighting the unique aspects of the story such as the magical sand fairy and the children's wishes, while also emphasizing the themes of family and love that are woven throughout the film.

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