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Laika's New Stop-Motion: A Magical Forest Awaits
19 Aug
Summary
- Laika releases trailer for new stop-motion film, Wildwood.
- Film is based on Colin Meloy's book series.
- Story follows a teen rescuing her brother from an enchanted forest.
Laika, renowned for its Oscar-nominated films, has released the full trailer for its upcoming stop-motion animated movie, Wildwood. This eagerly anticipated film is the studio's first since The Missing Link in 2019.
Directed by Travis Knight, Wildwood is an adaptation of Colin Meloy's book series. The narrative unfolds as a teenage girl, Prue McKeel, bravely ventures into a hidden, enchanted forest to save her baby brother, who has been taken by crows.
Joined by a classmate, Prue navigates a fantastical world populated by talking animals and intriguing characters. The adventure escalates as they become embroiled in a conflict that threatens the delicate balance of the forest itself.
The voice cast boasts a stellar lineup including Peyton Elizabeth Lee, Jacob Tremblay, Carey Mulligan, Richard E. Grant, Awkwafina, Amandla Stenberg, and Mahershala Ali. Wildwood is set to premiere in theaters on October 23.
