Wildwood “Review”

Well, Awkwafina was an interesting choice for this masterpiece of a movie… Let’s discuss!

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Non-Spoiler “Review”

Let’s keep this to the point and without stumbling onto any type of spoiler. Prue McKeel voiced by Peyton Elizabeth Lee has her Labyrinth moment while looking after her little brother. Along for the ride is Curtis Mehlberg voiced by the awesome Jacob Tremblay, as they go on an epic journey to get Prue’s brother back from the Wildwood.

9/10 awesome movie. Totally being nominated for Best Animated Picture. I loved this experience and will be pitting Toy Story 5 against Wildwood as my top 2. 3rd goes to Forgotten Island. The score in Wildwood was truly stunning, and the team behind making this feature will hopefully continue to get the backing and support for keeping this art of stop motion alive and thriving, given how incredible this movie turned out. Maybe my fave movie from Laika yet.

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Potential Spoilers “Review”

Absolutely incredible! A masterpiece is truly not enough to state the case for this feature. All the parts that went into creating and building this world were so beautifully done that a glaring voice just stands out a little too much. Awkwafina. The character isn’t bad but the voice is so well known it does put you off a smidge while being immersed in this world. Not enough to fully take you out of the experience, but you’ll know instantly the character that she plays.

I mentioned the score before, but honestly, mash up Labyrinth with Lord of the Rings, and Wildwood could be their baby. It’s honestly a dark movie. From the get-go, you’re seeing a fully naked child at their lowest point before coming to their end. This movie isn’t going to be for little kids. Be prepared to chat with them afterward if you do end up taking them. Many thought Forgotten Island was scary. This isn’t necessarily scary. But very grown-up, with dark/mature material.

The last act has an incredible finale that pays off the buildup the movie built with its 2-hour, 11-minute runtime.

I hope this gets the support that Forgotten Island never quite rallied. They’re thinking $8 million opening weekend. I’d love a freaking 40-million opener! If Coraline could get $16 million, I believe Wildwood could get at least into the 20s! Love to hear your thoughts in the comments below.

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Appreciate you all coming by Popped for your movie “Reviews”. It’s been a long time coming for Wildwood, and we’re finally here. I’ll be watching it again for sure alongside Toy Story 5 – What comes out as my best animated feature of 2026. I’m thinking it’ll be Wildwood, honestly.

No post-credit scene, but stick around for a behind-the-scenes making-of prior to the crawl. – Be sure to come back tomorrow night / Friday evening for Clay face “Review” 😀 let us know what you thought of Wildwood in the comments.

Until next time, fellow movie-goers, happy movie-going!