Movie spotlight
Wildwood
The film is about a young woman on the run from her mother and a pair of hired killers who stumbles into a small town where she’s mistaken for a local girl who mysteriously vanished years earlier.
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Plot Summary
A young girl named Prue travels to the magical and dangerous forest of Wildwood to rescue her baby brother, who has been abducted by a flock of crows and taken to the land of the animals. Along the way, she is joined by a boy named Curtis and together they must face the dark magic of the forest and its inhabitants.
Critical Reception
Wildwood received mixed to positive reviews from critics, who praised its unique visual style and imaginative world-building, but some found the plot to be somewhat convoluted and slow-paced. Audience reception was generally positive, appreciating its whimsical nature and appeal to younger viewers.
What Reviewers Say
Visually stunning with a unique and imaginative fantasy world.
Praised for its ambition and creative character designs.
Some critics found the narrative pacing and complexity to be a weakness.
Google audience: Google users generally enjoyed the film's imaginative visuals and fantastical story, finding it to be a charming and whimsical adventure suitable for families. Some mentioned it was a bit slow at times but appreciated the creativity.
Fun Fact
The film is based on the New York Times bestselling children's fantasy novel of the same name by Colin Meloy, lead singer of the band The Decemberists, and illustrated by his wife, Carson Ellis.
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