Into the Woods Official Movie Thread — Page 155

jimmycurry01
the film may be great, but I would like to see a movie that is more accurate to the stage play.

And this soundtrack is amazing.

^ The Best Picture snub is disappointing and so is the fact that Daniel Huttlestone and Lilla Crawford were snubbed for Best Youth Actor/Actress.

I agree Cabaret should be remade - give us a film version that's close to the stage show. Yes, the movie that exists is great, but another film would not go amiss.

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The 'Last Midnight' instrumental at the end of the album is jaw-droppingly amazing. I assume it's in the credits.

Before i post this, Are you sure you wish more another spot? "Are you certain what you wish is what you want? If you know what you want, then make a wish! Ask LinManuelSondheim and you shall have your wish!"

Tv Spot with Children Will Listen
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GeTA7Q04JQk

Yay! Thanks! I've been waiting for that TV Spot to surface online. There's one more that I saw this weekend that hopefully will surface soon!


In other news...ITW is no longer in the running for Hair and Makeup at the Oscars
https://www.hitfix.com/in-contention/into-the-woods-misses-the-cut-as-academy-narrows-makeup-and-hairstyling-race-to-7

Review (8/10):

https://allihavetosayaboutthat.wordpress.com/tag/into-the-woods-movie-review/




I'm suspecting reviews to be around 7.5/10. Not because I won't like it (I probably will find the film perfect ), or even because theatre fans won't like it, because from what we heard, fans of the show should be VERY pleased.

I say this because the ratings includes everyones thoughts, and there are many people who will not like it because of the nature of the show itself:

-The music: Many people have accused the music of not being "hummable". This is my favorite musical so I love the music! But, alas! These songs aren't everyone's cup of tea.

-The length: Many have complained the third act "drags to it's conclusion", which has always been an issue with the show

-The fact that it is a musical--need I say more? Many people aren't a fan of musicals anyway (at least on film), and I can already hear some moans from the audience during the "spell is on our house", "a very nice prince", and any other short singing moments.

Updated On: 12/18/14 at 08:45 PM

It's still a DISNEY produced movie, I don't think anyone expected it to be a huge awards darling.

I think it's going to get good reviews but great reviews don't make awards. Chris Rock had one of the greatest reviewed films of the year but it's a comedy with a mostly black cast so it's been an uphill battle. Ida was one of the greatest films of the year, beautifully acted and produced but it's a foreign film. Uphill battle. Into the woods is a Sondheim fantasy musical from disney. uphill battle.

Sometimes, I wish Mary Poppins had gotten the Best Picture Oscar instead of My Fair Lady (which was well-deserved btw) only because I think Disney Studios deserves at least one. Of all the great films they have made, it's a shame that none had ever won the top Academy Award.

Saw a screening tonight. I won't go into any detail...I will let the better reviewers do that. Thought it was terrific. If tonight's screening is any indication, families are going to bring their small children thinking this is a kid's movie. The theatre was full of them, but bless them hardly a beep. I was pretty impressed with everyone. Thought it was very well cast. Lila, for her non experience, really stands out and does a great job. Johnny, for the nonlovers, is barely in it. Blink and he's gone. If I had to say anything negative it was Chris Pine. He sang and acted extremely well. His look, to me, was kind of odd. Billy comes off very handsome. Chris is handsome (in person) also, but his makeup looks like he has had too many hangovers. When others see this, tell me what you think?

Updated On: 12/15/14 at 10:59 PM

I don't see how the embargo is a bad idea. The word of mouth on this is very positive. No, it's not going to get raves, but it'll be liked enough. At the end of the day, this movie is counting on audience support more than critical support to ride the awards wave. I imagine if audiences love it the way they loved something like LES MIS, it'll pick up a few nominations. Remember the precursors only reflect things early in the game; there's almost a month before Oscar nominations are out, and in that month INTO THE WOODS will come out and probably be a big hit, so a lot can happen. Still, a Picture nod seems like a long shot at the moment.

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Loved it... There needs to be an alternate version comprised of nothing but Billy Magnussen getting on & off his horse for 2 hours