Considering the less than stellar track
record of Stephen King adaptations (including the recently released monumental failure that is The Dark Tower), it's pleasant to report that director Andy Muschietti's (Mama) stab at one of the writer's most revered
works of art doesn't float like a lifeless corpse down in Pennywise's sewer lair, but instead propels forward with frightful momentum and probably the best character
work that could be done when bringing such a
lengthy and detailed story to the silver screen.
The Tate failed to seek permission... The Charity Commission's full recommendations and criticisms, laid out in a
lengthy document, also said the Tate failed to manage conflicts of interest... Failed to seek independent valuation of
works by artist - trustees... Had no defined policy relating to purchases from artist - trustees... Had insufficiently clear acquisition policies... Kept insufficient
records of trustee meetings.»