Review of Into the Woods (2014) by Lisa T — 04 Aug 2017

Good cast, costumes, etc. but it definitely confirmed that I loathe musicals...

This review of Into the Woods (2014) was written by Lisa T on 04 Aug 2017.

Into the Woods has generally received mixed reviews.

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By Tim W (1,375) on 07 Feb 2018

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By Lisa Jensen (117) for Good Times Santa Cruz (117) on 11 Sep 2017

Into the Woods is a savvy piece of moviemaking that delivers Sondheim's witty lyrics and intricate harmonies with style and clarity, while…

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By Jordan D (393) on 18 Jan 2018

Pretty much everything I have to say about this movie is the same thing I say about every musical…

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By Steven R (399) on 21 Mar 2018

Magic that uh.. defies description…

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By Duncan P (110) on 07 Oct 2017

Has some decent moments and songs, but the whole thing just runs out of steam when the second act starts, and gets a little too long and drawn…

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By Arth J (756) on 21 Mar 2018

Magic that uh.. defies description…

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By James Z (387) on 08 Apr 2018

How did I not know about this movie?!?! I loved it…

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