Lyle, Lyle, Crocodile: A Sad Alternative Ending to the Movie

In the final sequence of the film, the tension is palpable as Josh Primm steps onto the stage alone. The spotlight pans around the auditorium, exciting the audience members, but Lyle, the beloved crocodile, hangs back in the shadowy semi-darkness of the backstage, choosing not to join Josh on the stage despite the boy's pleading eyes. Josh clears his throat, attempting to sing alone in front of the expectant audience. But his voice quivers, his song not as soulful or enchanting without Lyle's accompaniment. Meanwhile, Lyle watches from the wings, his eyes wide and fearful. The overwhelming amount of people, the bright lights, and the intensifying music has him frozen in fear. He retreats further into the darkness, away from the intimidating stage. The audience's anticipation turns into confusion. Whispers fill the auditorium. Their sought-after star isn't there. The crowd becomes restless, the murmurs louder and louder -- their disappointment is palpable. Suddenly, the theatre’s doors open, allowing a bright light to seep in and silhouetting the figures of the authorities. They walk down the aisle, their figure looming over the confused audience, their eyes fixed on Lyle. The whispers become shouts as people start realizing what's happening. Lyle panics, his eyes darting between an overwhelmed Josh and the approaching authorities. As the authorities approach the stage and attempt to restrain Lyle, anguish floods Josh's face. He races towards Lyle intending to protect him, but the authorities push him aside. The audience watches helplessly - screams and protests escalating. Lyle, once the star of the night, is now being treated unfairly. Tears rolling down his face, Josh watches as Lyle is led away, crying out his friend's name. The room is silent except for sobs and whispers. The curtain falls, the lights dim, but there’s no applause to close the night. Without Lyle, Primm's family house feels cold, the music industry mourns the loss of a unique talent, and Josh, despite trying to put on a brave face, aches for his friend. Thus, the vibrant world once filled with cheer, laughter, and music, now echoes with tearful whisperings and heavy sadness.