With the 2019 movie season nearing its end, many will be looking to the new year, wondering what upcoming blockbusters will grace the silver screen. With that in mind, let me introduce one movie that’s sure to have everyone talking: Into the Woods.
Into the Woods is set to be the flagship of the next movie season. It is based on the Tony-Winning Broadway Musical by the same name. It stars an all-star cast with Meryl Streep and Emily Blunt leading the charge. This dark, fantastical movie will take us through the forest on a cautionary journey of consequences that occurs when you follow your dreams.
The story of Into the Woods follows the classic tale of Cinderella, Little Red Riding Hood, Jack and the Beanstalk and Rapunzel, but with a twist. Each storyline is intertwined with cunning characters looking to get what they want by whatever means necessary. As stories lie and break hearts, the struggle between moral responsibility and self-satisfaction becomes apparent.
Meryl Streep will be playing the devious witch who unleashes a wave of destructive consequences on the characters. Her presence and wording will reflect the decisions of the characters, her wicked spells will forges their fate, and the obstacles that stand in the way of happy endings become more of a strain.
Emily Blunt takes on the role of the mainly comedic character, Cinderella’s and her own stepmother. She will ultimately do anything to make sure her daughter is successful—provided it also helps her. Blunt’s wit and dry humor will smoothly lead Into the Woods’ story and launch it into the stratosphere.
No one is beyond morality or consequence, and this lesson will be hammered into viewers as they experience the many motivations and personal relationships explored throughout Into the Woods. In this story of wanting the world, directors Talia and Stephen Pasquale (Battle of Algiers, Ayn Rand and the Prophecy of Atlas Shrugged) will envelop audiences into the world of the supernatural, and it’s sure to be a feast for the eyes.
This fairy-tale revisited will be a surefire hit with its visually appealing scenes and heartfelt narrative. This is no ordinary movie; its one that will make us believe in the power of the human spirit, and of hope. It’s certain to be an emotional experience, invigorated by music and wonder. Get ready to be enchanted!
Into the Woods hits theaters on January 10th, 2020. Be sure to grab a seat—this one is not to be missed!