The Wonder

I've been eagerly awaiting to see this movie for months, as I am a HUGE fan of Florence Pugh. She is exceptional in period pieces and does not disappoint in this movie. I'm here to give my review, not my synopsis of the movie. So if that's what you're looking for, look elsewhere. The intro to the movie had me bewildered at first but as I continued to watch, I realized not only was it brilliant but speaks to the quality of the movie. The opening instantly pulls you into this enigma of what's to follow. Florence is brilliant and on par with the theme of science verses religion. The rest of the actors, from the offscreen tavern patron to the 11 year old girl, Anna, who is the focus of the film, brings this piece to life and helps to make it extraordinary. The One Thing that I beg of you, DO NOT SEARCH FOR INFO ON THIS MOVIE BEFORE YOU WATCH IT! Halfway Through The Movie, I searched to see if this was based on a true story. Do Not Make The Mistake I Did! Because of this, the ending did not hit as hard as it should have and was meant to, which left me loving the movie and pissed off at myself. For Those Who Like Info- the movie is loosely based on a true story. Now, let it go, watch the movie and you WILL enjoy!!

Beautifully written. Beautifully photographed. Amazingly acted. This movie is not SLOW. It's intelligent. There is a difference. Give yourself over to this movie - there are no special effects, no monsters, no big names. But there is a wonderful story here and it requires that you actually think about it. Breathe it in. Many awful things have been done in the name of religion. And to quote nurse Lib, "love requires some action". I loved this movie. I will watch it again and again and I know I will see many more things in it then. Give this movie a chance. If you're looking for a movie they does not look deeply at faith, find something with Kirk Cameron in it.

This film is beyond boring and marketed entirely wrong. This is a DRAMA. The whole story and idea was really great but poorly executed by tricking you into trying to figure out what other worldly force is keeping Anna alive. Instead, it's actually a great story about how strong beliefs can impact people's actions. There was no need to try fiddle with adding a layer of unworldly uncertainty to the whole thing. That element takes away from the drama of the story and connection you should feel towards Anna. Whilst the acting is all around great, you can't help but feel the film is trying to hard to just be something it isn't. Also, the opening telling you that your watching a film.. why was that even there? That immediately ruined the tone of the movie.