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A Mixed Bag: 'Alice Through the Looking Glass' Falls Short

Lewis Carroll once quipped, 'it's a poor sort of memory that only works backwards.' Unfortunately for fans of his beloved Alice series, James Bobin's sequel to Tim Burton's blockbuster 'Alice in Wonderland,' 'Alice Through the Looking Glass,' takes a step backward rather than forward. While it's unlikely to match the massive commercial success of its predecessor, this live-action adaptation still has some redeeming qualities.

One area where 'Looking Glass' shines is in its production design and CGI work. The film's vibrant visuals are a treat for the eyes, with colorful characters and settings that bring Carroll's psychedelic world to life. However, these flashy elements can't make up for a lackluster plot that takes a drab approach to time travel and origin stories.

In fact, Bobin's attempt to inject some excitement into the story falls flat, leaving audiences feeling underwhelmed by the film's uninspired narrative. This is particularly disappointing given Disney's recent success with 'The Jungle Book,' a live-action remake that breathed new life into an old classic.

Carroll himself once wrote, 'The 'why?' cannot, and need not, be put into words.' Unfortunately for fans of the series, Bobin seems to have ignored this wisdom, resulting in a film that feels more like a mercenary cash-grab than a genuine attempt to honor Carroll's legacy. While 'Alice Through the Looking Glass' may still find success at the box office, it's hard not to feel like this sequel has missed the mark.

Overall, 'Looking Glass' is a mixed bag – while it offers some visually stunning moments and nods to Carroll's original work, its lackluster plot and uninspired storytelling make it a disappointing follow-up to Burton's beloved adaptation.

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