A very enjoyable film that I’d happily watch again and feel comfortable suggesting to others. Be advised: there's a sad scene involving a dog. Julian Dennison ("Deadpool 2") and Sam Neill ("Jurassic Park") both deliver remarkable performances as an ill-tempered, disagreeable duo who find themselves intentionally stranded in the woods. Despite relying on the familiar "foster child" storyline, this movie manag…

_Hunt for the Wilderpeople_ is another wonderful example of the unique films New Zealand has produced. Taika Waititi wrote and directed this 2016 film, which features Sam Neill and Julian Dennison. It was quite successful upon release; with a budget of $2.5 million, it earned $23.2 million and proved to be enjoyable for audiences worldwide. The story centers on Ricky, a troubled young boy from the city who ends up…

This marks the fourth feature film from Taika Waititi, and it’s a welcome return to form following what I didn't care for—even though it was a popular title embraced by many around the world. To me, this feels like a strong recovery after his vampire mockumentary. I had high hopes that it would be New Zealand's submission for the Oscars, but I was disappointed when it wasn’t on the Academy’s initial list. Honestly, i…