The BFG

GPTKB entity

Statements (208)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:fictional_character
gptkb:book
gptkbp:abilities to blow dreams into children's heads
gptkbp:adaptation gptkb:live-action_film
gptkb:animated_film
gptkb:film
gptkb:stage_play
gptkbp:adaptation_year gptkb:2016
gptkbp:adapted_into gptkb:The_BFG_(film)_2016
gptkb:video_game
gptkb:film
gptkb:stage_play
gptkbp:appearance gptkb:true
gptkbp:appears_in The BFG (book)
gptkbp:author gptkb:Roald_Dahl
gptkbp:awards Children's Book Award
Children's Book Award.
Blue Peter Book Award.
Whitbread Children's Book Award.
gptkbp:captures gptkb:dreams
gptkbp:cast gptkb:Mark_Rylance
gptkb:Rebecca_Hall
gptkb:Jemaine_Clement
gptkb:Penelope_Wilton
gptkb:Ruby_Barnhill
gptkbp:character gptkb:Queen_of_the_United_Kingdom
gptkb:Fleshlumpeater
gptkb:Mr._Tibbs
gptkb:Sophie
gptkb:Bloodbottler
The BFG's friends
gptkbp:character_relationships BFG and Sophie
BFG and other giants
BFG and the Queen
gptkbp:character_traits kind-hearted
gentle
friendly
imaginative
kind
wise
gptkbp:conflict giants vs humans
humans vs giants
BFG vs other giants
gptkbp:country gptkb:United_Kingdom
gptkbp:created_by gptkb:Roald_Dahl
gptkbp:critical_reception well-received
gptkbp:cultural_impact gptkb:film_adaptation
gptkb:merchandise
gptkb:stage_adaptation
popular children's book
adapted into various media.
gptkbp:cultural_symbol gptkb:true
gptkbp:depicted_in gentle giant
gptkbp:director gptkb:Steven_Spielberg
gptkbp:features_villain gptkb:Fleshlumpeater
gptkbp:first_edition gptkb:1982
gptkbp:genre gptkb:children's_literature
gptkbp:has_a_dream_collection gptkb:true
gptkbp:has_a_unique_personality gptkb:true
gptkbp:has_a_unique_way_of_speaking gptkb:true
gptkbp:has_a_whimsical_nature gptkb:true
gptkbp:has_friend gptkb:Sophie
gptkb:children
gptkbp:has_inspired creativity
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label The BFG
gptkbp:illustrated_by tall and lanky
gptkbp:illustrator gptkb:Quentin_Blake
gptkbp:influence inspired animated adaptations.
inspired adaptations.
inspired other authors.
inspired theatrical productions.
gptkbp:influences children's literature.
gptkbp:inspiration Roald Dahl's childhood
The BFG's dreams
Dahl's childhood experiences
Dahl's experiences in boarding school.
Dahl's love for storytelling.
Dahl's own childhood.
Dahl's relationship with children.
gptkbp:is_a_beloved_figure_in children's storytelling
gptkbp:is_a_character_that_encourages dreaming big
gptkbp:is_a_character_that_promotes gptkb:friendship
gptkbp:is_a_children's_book gptkb:true
gptkbp:is_a_giant gptkb:true
gptkbp:is_a_symbol_of hope
gptkbp:is_associated_with imagination
gptkbp:is_celebrated_in literary events
gptkbp:is_character_in gptkb:children's_literature
gptkbp:is_characterized_by kindness
gptkbp:is_featured_in gptkb:film_adaptations
gptkb:merchandise
animated adaptations
gptkbp:is_known_for collecting dreams
his big ears
gptkbp:is_often_depicted_as a friendly smile
a gentle giant.
gptkbp:is_often_enjoyed_with gptkb:children
gptkbp:is_often_referenced_in gptkb:popular_culture
gptkbp:is_part_of Dahl's literary universe
gptkbp:is_popular_among young readers
gptkbp:is_portrayed_as a misunderstood character
gptkbp:is_taught_in the value of kindness
gptkbp:isbn 978-0-14-241038-7
gptkbp:language English
gptkbp:language_spoken with a unique language
gptkbp:lives_in Giant Country
gptkbp:main_character gptkb:Sophie
gptkb:BFG
gptkb:Big_Friendly_Giant
gptkbp:moral acceptance of differences
believe in yourself
importance of dreams
value of friendship
gptkbp:narrative_style first-person
third-person
gptkbp:notable_character gptkb:true
gptkbp:notable_quote “ Dreams is very mysterious things.”
“ I is the BFG.”
gptkbp:original_language English
gptkbp:p_hlevel gentle giant
is a symbol of hope
tells stories
is misunderstood
has a unique way of speaking
captures dreams
collects dreams
fights against evil giants
friend of children
has a special relationship with Sophie
has a special talent for dream-making
is a dream catcher
is a friend to the Queen
is a gentle giant who loves children
is a giant with a big heart
is a protector of children
is kind-hearted
is misunderstood by other giants
speaks in a unique language
gptkbp:page_count 208
gptkbp:plot BFG and Sophie confront giants
BFG and Sophie meet the Queen
BFG befriends Sophie
BFG captures dreams
BFG takes Sophie to Giant Country
A girl befriends a giant.
Sophie helps the BFG.
The BFG and Sophie become friends.
The BFG captures dreams.
The BFG is misunderstood.
The giant collects dreams.
The giant takes Sophie to the Queen.
They plan to stop the other giants.
gptkbp:plot_point BFG takes Sophie to Giant Country
BFG and Sophie plan to stop the giants
BFG and Sophie visit the Queen
Giants are captured
Sophie becomes a hero
Sophie meets the BFG
gptkbp:protagonist gptkb:The_BFG_(film)
gptkbp:publication_year gptkb:1982
gptkbp:published gptkb:1982
gptkbp:published_by gptkb:1982
gptkb:Jonathan_Cape
gptkbp:published_year gptkb:1982
gptkbp:publisher gptkb:Puffin_Books
gptkb:Jonathan_Cape
gptkbp:related_works gptkb:Charlie_and_the_Chocolate_Factory
gptkb:Matilda
gptkb:The_Witches
gptkb:James_and_the_Giant_Peach
gptkbp:release_year gptkb:2016
gptkbp:resolution friendship prevails
BFG and Sophie defeat the giants
gptkbp:sequel gptkb:The_BFG:_The_Musical
gptkbp:series gptkb:none
gptkbp:setting gptkb:London
Giant Country
gptkbp:sophie brave
curious
orphan
is adventurous
helps BFG
is brave and clever
is taken on an adventure
is taken to Giant Country
gptkbp:symbolism imagination and wonder
BFG symbolizes kindness
dreams symbolize hope
giants symbolize fear
giants represent fears
gptkbp:target_audience gptkb:children
gptkbp:theme gptkb:friendship
courage
imagination
gptkbp:themes gptkb:friendship
courage
imagination
overcoming fear
gptkbp:was_known_for gentle demeanor
adventures with Sophie
dream-catching abilities
friendship with Sophie
love of dreams
gptkbp:writer gptkb:Melissa_Mathison
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Steven_Spielberg
gptkb:Andrew_Jackson
gptkb:John_Williams
gptkbp:bfsLayer 3