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Why were there only 5 total orphans?


In the stage show, there are 6. In the 1982 movie, there are the main 6, plus others. So why have only 5 in this movie?

Why name one Pepper but another is Isabella--one character name from the original show but also one new name for an orphan.

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Foster kids.

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Because this is an updated version and remake. Things are always different in remakes. There are no longer orphanages in the USA. The USA has the foster care system which places children in need in homes of volunteers. They are called foster homes. Foster homes have a limit to how many children can be placed at one time. The limit is often based on the number of care givers, experience and room in the home.

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Because actors cost money and they blew their wad on the title and Foxx

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