‘Wildwood’ review: LAIKA weaves its extraordinary animation magic into a dark fairy tale
"Wildwood," directed by creative chief Travis Knight, sees LAIKA lean into the world of fantasy with extraordinary stop-motion animation.
The animated film "Wildwood" from LAIKA, directed by Travis Knight, is a dark and extraordinary fairy tale that explores the world of magic and fantasy. Set in the Impassable Wilds, a magical realm influenced by nature, the story follows Prue McKeel and Curtis Mehlberg as they embark on a journey to rescue Prue's kidnapped brother.
LAIKA's handcrafted animation, combined with painterly digital technology, creates an impressive and tactile visual experience. The film's emotional core is grounded in reality, as AI threatens creativity in the fictional world. With a talented ensemble cast, including Carey Mulligan, Peyton Elizabeth Lee, Jacob Tremblay, and Mahershala Ali, "Wildwood" delivers a thrilling and emotionally complex adventure through its meticulous worldbuilding and detailed animation.
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