View Date: 10/10/09
This movie is in the classic “Freaky Friday” style, where two people who believe they have nothing in common, magically switch bodies and live each others' lives. In this case, it is about a boy and a girl who vehemently hate each other in school and while pretending to be on opposing sides of an ancient war. This time, there is actual magic involved in the switch from a book of magic.
OK, I realize that that explanation just doesn't do this movie justice. I have seen many movies with this type of premise, but this was one of the best of the genre. This was a foreign film that was overdubbed, and had a more whimsical quality than most American-made films. I also enjoyed the fact that the switch was between a boy and a girl rather than a parent and child. It added a different dynamic to the common storyline. It also provided some interesting wardrobe issues, and really delved into the aspects of life that are influenced by gender, or at least as much as a kid's movie can. It also looked at how kids are affected by the lack or abundance of attention from their parents.
My daughter and I loved this movie. I would definitely watch it again or recommend it to a friend. The magic aspect was cute, and it really showed how different people could learn to appreciate each other if given the chance.
10 words or less: An excellent representation of this movie genre.
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