Little (2019) -

Trapped in a child's body, Jordan must rely on her long-suffering and overworked assistant, (Issa Rae), to keep her company afloat while they search for a way to reverse the spell. The situation forces Jordan to re-enroll in middle school, where she is confronted with the very environment that originally caused her to harden her heart. Key Themes and Execution

: Marsai Martin , who also served as an executive producer at age 14, received widespread praise for her ability to channel Regina Hall's "mean boss" persona into a teenage body. Production and Reception Little (2019)

The story centers on (played by Regina Hall ), a ruthless, overbearing tech mogul who treats her employees and colleagues with disdain. After a particularly hostile encounter with a magic-loving child, Jordan is cursed and magically transforms into her 13-year-old self (played by Marsai Martin). Trapped in a child's body, Jordan must rely

: While Jordan is the central figure, critics noted that the character of April Williams undergoes the most significant growth, moving from a timid assistant to a confident professional. Production and Reception The story centers on (played

: The film posits that the cynicism and meanness of adults often stem from unresolved childhood pain. Jordan’s transformation allows her to rediscover her authentic self before "life beat it out of her".