Let’s start with the positives. The criteria was for a
mystery film involving children and this film absolutely fulfilled the
requirements. Then we get to the rest of the film. The plot is woefully
contrived, with elaborate set-pieces to move the story forwards, irrespective
of how lame and leftfield they are. The diary/log book seems to be quite clear
(and is in remarkably good condition given its age and treatment) about the
clues to follow and yet the mystery has been unfathomable for decades. The
acting is perfunctory at best and at no time was there ever any sign that the characters
felt anything for each other or that they were in true peril.
It’s Nancy Drew light, for an age that has left the girl
detective behind and moved onto ‘squads’ and ‘teams’ but at least having a
female lead is something to be applauded.
Adult score: 2/5
Child score: 4/5
First thing the child said when the film finished: Are there more?
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