Someharsh realities of theNarniaseriesinclude outdated elements that posechallenges for Gerwig’sNarniamoviesconcerning how she may alter them for a modern adaptation.
In particular,Susan’s fate inThe Last Battlehas been contested for years.
Hopefully, she will handle this with a bit more nuance than Lewis.
Fancy your still thinking about all those funny games we used to play when we were children.'"
“Oh Susan!”
“She’s interested in nothing nowadays except nylons and lipstick and invitations.
She always was a jolly sight too keen on being grown-up.”
“Grown-up, indeed,” said the Lady Polly.
“I wish she would grow up.
Lewis most likely intended the storyline to be about a loss of faith, especially in the modern day.
Susan’s storyline stings when the book glosses over the tragedy that has just happened to her.
However, the three returning Pevensies never entirely become adults.
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Summary
The Chronicles of Narnia is a fantasy franchise based on the seven-book series written by C.S.
Lewis between 1950 and 1956.
The franchise is beloved for its rich allegorical storytelling, blending Christian themes with epic fantasy elements.
