I saw Bridge to Terabithia yesterday. I had read this book in like 6th grade, and even saw the old movie on it in class. I totally forgot about what happened. Probably because it was too dramatic for my child mind to handle. Seeing it again last night, I suddenly remembered it all, and it hit me really hard. Not to spoil it for anyone, but what happens is a tragedy. I still feel bad right now as I write this. Needless to say, SPOILER ALERT.

“Discover a place that will never leave you,
and a friendship that will change you forever.”

I am so sad that Leslie dies. She obviously brought so much happiness to Jesse. I was extremely jealous too. They were real friends, who loved each other as friends should. They weren’t afraid to let their imaginations run wild, and they had no problems confiding in one another. Their bond was truly something to behold. Then to abruptly take all that away? I was choking up bad. Jesse eventually learns to cope with his loss, and he should be commended for it. I couldn’t imagine the pain that he felt… but I sure did feel like I did lose something close to me.

My friend pointed out that Pan’s Labyrinth was just as heartbreaking. Yeah, the the end was sad as well, but I really felt Terabithia was more personal. Leslie really shows the viewers how to be happy and brings joy to Jess life. Then she is suddenly taken away with nothing to fill that void. Ofelia’s death in Pan’s Labyrinth was also tragic, but I really didn’t feel the connection with her was as deep as the one with Leslie. Her death is still terrible, don’t get me wrong; it’s just not as heart felt as Leslie’s. Both movies are still very good and I would recommend watching them. I’d go on a little bit more on Pan’s Labyrinth and my interpretations of the ending, but I’ll save that for another time.

And there you go: a post coming straight from the heart. This blogger ain’t just all about the boobs, violence, and just plain tomfoolery. I got feelings, too, ya know. Okay enough of that… I can’t wait for 300 now. Mmmm… that one looks like fun.