Tom Thumb

Audience emotional responses for Tom Thumb (2001) are primarily driven by the dramatic core of child abandonment and poverty, evoking strong **Sadness** and **Empathy** for the young protagonists. This is underscored by a pervasive sense of **Melancholy** and **Anxiety** as the children face the dangers of the forest. Despite these somber themes, the fantasy elements introduce moments of **Curiosity**, **Awe**, and **Surprise** through their 'fantastic encounters'. The children's resilience and cleverness, particularly Tom Thumb's, foster **Hope** and **Inspiration**, leading to eventual **Joy** and **Happiness** as they strive for a safe return.