Review of Into the Woods (2014) by Nick052299 — 28 Dec 2014
So far one of the best musical adaptations I've seen. Amazing performances, especially by Meryl Streep and Emily Blunt. Streep takes the role of the Witch and creates fireworks with it, performing Stay With Me and Last Midnight with her all.
Emily Blunt is the heart and soul of the film. The rest of the cast did a great job, one of the best ensembles of the year. Most of the numbers are cleverly sung and written, with some being emotional, such as "Agony", "Stay With Me" and "No One is Alone".
Sondheim is an acquired taste for people, as he doesn't compose tunes for strict enjoyment and not only for audiences' expectations but for meaningful messages as well. The film feels magical and the result is great.
One of the best of the year. My only issue was the sudden shift of tone in the film to the second act didn't feel as subtle.
This review of Into the Woods (2014) was written by Nick052299 on 28 Dec 2014.
Into the Woods has generally received mixed reviews.
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