Family matters
Another important element of Gremlins comes from the family bonds shared by the characters—and how their love for one another extends onto Gizmo. “What’s really important in the stories is the family, the dynamic, the love and the connection,” Wen said.
Wong agreed, “It’s an added bonus to something that’s delightful and entertaining and intergenerational and culturally resonant and has representation that is positive,” he explained. “Aside from that, this sense of family, the relationships as a family, are very sweet and very warm and positive examples for families everywhere, of all colors and all the different nationalities and backgrounds.”
