I remember being entertained by them, but reusing fantasy universes like this tends to debase the universe. Follow-ons are never as magical and eventually spend all of our nostalgia much like a tv series that's gone on too long.

All the spinoffs and remakes and prequels are a sign that the art industrial complex has lost its nerve, senses scarcity, and can't stomach risks.

I'm upset for the coming prequel to Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory. They've replaced an irreplaceable Gene Wilder who at best has the in vogue physiognomy and ketamine affect.