The Wonder had its World Premiere this weekend at the Telluride Film Festival. Netflix will release in theatres in November and Streaming in December. But regardless of the qualities of the storytelling and the undoubted skills of the actors-Pugh shows colors and moods here that create a fine and varied character–the basic premise never stops feeling at least a tad artificial, concocted and overworked. Lelio and cinematographer Ari Wegner keep things interesting visually no matter how dark and bleak the story becomes at times. An explanation for how Anna has been able to survive so long eventually surfaces, but even this doesn’t put an end to the controversy and meaning of the entire story, which has implications on multiple levels. Naturally, everyone has their own views on the matter the shifting views on what should be done and the abiding priorities of the clergy, politicians, medical workers and scientist are all passably interesting, if also somewhat predictable and something short of riveting. Stern local churchmen have their own views on the matter, while a local newspaperman keen to report on the “miracle girl” also finds himself drawn to Lib he’s recently lost his spouse as well. She is such a master of weaving together compelling stories that ask tough questions and that you won’t be able to stop thinking about for days, even weeks, after you’ve finished reading them.

Tom Luddy, 'Irreplaceable' Mentor & 'Spirit Of The International Film Community,' Celebrated At NYC TributeĪ young widow, Lib seems sensible and capable from the get-go and shifts are organized to observe the pale but nonetheless alert eating hold-out. My Review: Emma Donoghue is fast becoming one of my all-time favorite authors.

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