Review of Into the Woods (2014) by Bikerjames — 06 Jan 2015
The cast of Into The Woods is very enthusiastic, and that is what carries the film. All the actors carry off the singing with no problems but make no mistake, the star is Meryl Streep. The best part of the entire movie for me was Meryl's performance towards the beginning of the film when she sang to the couple indoors.
The word play was terrific. I also have always liked the song "Children Will Listen", especially the version Barbra Streisand does on one of her CDs. The rest of the songs, however, were not very catchy or memorable, and that is the one issue I had with the film.
Some of these songs might translate better live on a stage. Chris Pine was also a standout for me, and he has an excellent singing voice. I like Emily Blunt in everything she does. The few children that were in the theater were antsy and fidgety, although there were moments when they were quiet and paid attention, particularly when Meryl Streep was on the screen.
The film's look (sets, costumes and makeup) is stellar. If the songs were better I would rank it higher.
This review of Into the Woods (2014) was written by Bikerjames on 06 Jan 2015.
Into the Woods has generally received mixed reviews.
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