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Germany’s VFX-Heavy “Momo” Adaptation Criticized for Weak Script

8/11/2026

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Germany released an adaptation of Michael Ende’s novel *Momo*, directed by Christian Ditter and starring Alexa Goodall, Martin Freeman and Claes Bang.
The film uses heavy visual effects that make it look cartoon-like despite being live-action.
Grey beings inhale vape-like gadgets and force people to bank time with smartwatch-style bracelets.
Critics say the script lacks jokes and ends with a deus ex machina using flowers and a fake tortoise puppet.

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Story summary

Germany released an adaptation of Michael Ende’s novel *Momo*, directed by Christian Ditter and starring Alexa Goodall, Martin Freeman and Claes Bang.
The film uses heavy visual effects that make it look cartoon-like despite being live-action.
Grey beings inhale vape-like gadgets and force people to bank time with smartwatch-style bracelets.
Critics say the script lacks jokes and ends with a deus ex machina using flowers and a fake tortoise puppet.