Wild
Wild

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Wild

2022
Movie
107 min
Russian

Aspiring model Alena dreams of conquering Moscow. Once at a party, she meets Yegor, who offers to fly on his plane to Nice. However, instead of a premium resort, they fly to Yakutsk. Egor does not remember the details of yesterday evening, but he remembers that he has an important meeting in Yakutsk. He promises Alena to send her home tomorrow, but for now he will show her the beauties of nature on the banks of the Lena, which you will not see in Nice. They go on a boat to wild places, where Egor jumps from a cliff into the water. And it doesn't float. Alena is left alone in the middle of a river in the Yakut taiga.

Insights

IMDb7.0/10
Rotten Tomatoes94%
Metacritic82/100
Google Users85%
Director: Joachim TrierGenres: Drama, Romance

Plot Summary

Julie, a young woman in Oslo, grapples with her future as she navigates relationships and career choices. Unsure of her path, she moves between different partners and professional pursuits, seeking meaning and connection. Her journey is one of self-discovery, exploring themes of love, freedom, and the complexities of modern life.

Critical Reception

The film was critically acclaimed for its nuanced portrayal of a woman's coming-of-age and its relatable exploration of existential themes. Critics praised its authentic depiction of relationships and its visual style, often highlighting the lead performance.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its authentic and often humorous depiction of millennial anxieties.

  • Lauded for Renate Reinsve's captivating and nuanced central performance.

  • Celebrated for its insightful exploration of love, identity, and career uncertainty.

Google audience: Audiences largely appreciated the film's relatable story and strong central performance, finding it a thoughtful and engaging look at a young woman's journey.

Awards & Accolades

Renate Reinsve won the Best Actress award at the Cannes Film Festival.

Fun Fact

The film was originally titled 'The Worst Person in the World' in its native Norway before being released internationally with different titles, including 'Wild'.

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