Review of The Wicker Man (1973) by Tanya K — 13 Apr 2009
One is hard pressed to think of another movie quite like this '73 cult favorite - to say it's bizarre is an understatement. Underneath the weirdness, however, lies a premise which questions the idea of a single correct religion or belief.
The small pagan community of Summerisle is perfectly content and seems to adhere to a systematic set of ancient beliefs showing no animosity towards one another, but rather achieving a very strong sense of community and togetherness.
Sgt. Howie is a devout Christian and just as dogmatic in his beliefs, yet he judges the islanders without ever trying to understand them, therefore harboring a complete lack of tolerance. Filled with contradictions, however, Howie's clean nature and strong will are precisely the kind of pure soul and fighting spirit for which the islanders have been waiting.
Both Howie and the islanders show the same devoutness to their faiths; they hold on to their beliefs right until the bitter end showing that faith truly is only as strong as its believer.
This review of The Wicker Man (1973) was written by Tanya K on 13 Apr 2009.
The Wicker Man has generally received mixed reviews.
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