An interesting move in Disney’s full-on remake assault on its archives, 1977’s quaint animation/live-action hybrid Pete’s Dragon isn’t exactly the sacred grounds of Beauty and the Beast or The Jungle Book.
Pete’s Dragon hits UK cinemas 12 August.
Big-budgeted family adventures may seem an intimidating step for Lowery, but it looks like Disney’s faith in his vision may pay out handsomely.
The film also stars Oona Laurence, Wes Bentley, and Karl Urban.