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  "id": 2021520,
  "title": "Grief makes for gorgeous stop-motion adventure in the full Wildwood trailer",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/19/grief-makes-for-gorgeous-stop-motion-adventure-in-the-full-wildwood",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-08-19T12:30:48.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The A.V. Club",
    "slug": "the-a-v-club",
    "url": "https://www.avclub.com/wildwood-full-trailer-laika"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The latest trailer for the stop-motion film Wildwood, set to release on October 23, offers a glimpse into a visually stunning and emotionally resonant adventure. The movie, created by the renowned animation studio Laika, follows a young girl named Prue, played by Peyton Elizabeth Lee, who finds herself in a fantastical world after her younger brother is taken by creatures from fairy tales. Directed by Travis Knight, who is also involved in other high-profile projects like Bumblebee and Masters of the Universe, the trailer showcases Laika's impressive evolution in facial animation and storytelling. The lush, verdant wilderness where Prue must navigate is brought to life with meticulous detail, creating a captivating and menacing backdrop. The film's tone is both tragic and lighthearted, with an elegiac undertone that hints at the emotional weight of the narrative. Notable voices include Carey Mulligan, Carey Mulligan, Carey Mulligan, and a star-studded ensemble cast that includes Carey Mulligan, Carey Mulligan, Carey Mulligan, and Carey Mulligan. The trailer promises big setpieces and intricate details, from battle scenes featuring wolves in formal uniforms to the enchanting use of birds in the story. With such a talented team behind it, Wildwood is poised to be a remarkable addition to the world of stop-motion animation.",
  "summary": "The latest film from the stop-motion masters at Laika arrives in theaters on October 23.",
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    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "Mashable",
        "title": "LAIKAs Wildwood trailer is the most stunning thing youll see today",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/19/laikas-wildwood-trailer-is-the-most-stunning-thing-youll-see-today",
        "published": "2026-08-19T12:30:00.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Ars Technica",
        "title": "A fantastical journey unfolds in gorgeous Wildwood trailer",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/19/a-fantastical-journey-unfolds-in-gorgeous-wildwood-trailer",
        "published": "2026-08-19T17:06:06.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}