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Voodoo123Nov 28, 2017

This movie successfully combines a melancholic mixture of comedy and adventure together with a charming warmth delivered by a great cast. Excellent soundtrack and cinematography delivered with great pacing, cant really fault this movie!

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Rebecca31Sep 25, 2016

So there's been some good movies this year, some awful movies and some great movies. This is a great movie. That doesn't even do it justice, it's a spectacular film from start to finish that I absolutely loved. Sam Neill and Julian DennisonSo there's been some good movies this year, some awful movies and some great movies. This is a great movie. That doesn't even do it justice, it's a spectacular film from start to finish that I absolutely loved. Sam Neill and Julian Dennison have some of the best chemistry I've ever seen in a film. Quirky, hilarious and a brilliantly heart-warming story. Strongest recommendation of the year, seriously find a cinema showing this movie and go see it.… Expand

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smiyamotSep 28, 2016

An interesting movie with no characters to fall in love with. But that's the charm, as the movie progresses, the characters show more of themselves and we begin to like them. The bad guys are way overblown, which adds some humor to break upAn interesting movie with no characters to fall in love with. But that's the charm, as the movie progresses, the characters show more of themselves and we begin to like them. The bad guys are way overblown, which adds some humor to break up the movie, much like Arnold Schwarzenegger's movies. The movie could have used some editing, it gets a little long in some parts, but movies have to be a certain length these days.… Expand

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billingfoilJul 9, 2016

The thing I love best about Taika Waititi's work is his gentle affection for this characters and their situations, which are hilarious. It's like no matter how odd, dumb or insignificant you might seem objectively, you still deserve to be theThe thing I love best about Taika Waititi's work is his gentle affection for this characters and their situations, which are hilarious. It's like no matter how odd, dumb or insignificant you might seem objectively, you still deserve to be the main character in your own magic story.… Expand

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BiasNov 4, 2016

I'm listening to Strange Magic, right frickin now. That's probably of no consequence to you, but I'm enjoying it and can't help mentioning it. I also enjoyed this film last night quite a bit and I now want to say there is some 'strange magic'I'm listening to Strange Magic, right frickin now. That's probably of no consequence to you, but I'm enjoying it and can't help mentioning it. I also enjoyed this film last night quite a bit and I now want to say there is some 'strange magic' in this work, but I won't because that would seem as if I was planning this all along. I happened to come by the song in a youtube video is all.

Show the film to your kids, so they can learn about Tupac and about living in the bush in NZ. Story of a lost boy found by a family on a farm near the woods. I'm a fan of Waititi's since I laughed my lungs out with 'What We Do in the Shadows' and definitely suggest this film too for some lighthearted yet touching viewing. Touching viewing. See what I did there? Grammar Magic!… Expand

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Benkoko11Feb 23, 2017

With the heart and humor of Little Miss Sunshine and a Wes Anderson-like attention to detail, Hunt for the Wilderpeople is a wonderfully charming spoof of society's reach into a shrinking wilderness. It's the year's funniest - and mostWith the heart and humor of Little Miss Sunshine and a Wes Anderson-like attention to detail, Hunt for the Wilderpeople is a wonderfully charming spoof of society's reach into a shrinking wilderness. It's the year's funniest - and most majestical - film.… Expand

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HectorInTheMornJul 7, 2016

This is actually one of the best films of this year! the message was strong throughout, the acting was great, the cinematography is great, the story is great, the pacing is great, the characterization was great, and the directing wasThis is actually one of the best films of this year! the message was strong throughout, the acting was great, the cinematography is great, the story is great, the pacing is great, the characterization was great, and the directing was magnificent too. This movie will maybe gat academy award nominations!… Expand

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BHBarryAug 25, 2016

“Hunt for the Wilderpeople” is a New Zealand film directed by Taika Waittiti who also wrote the screenplay based on the novel by Barry Crump. The film stars Julian Dennison and Sam Neill and tells the story of an unwanted ward of the“Hunt for the Wilderpeople” is a New Zealand film directed by Taika Waittiti who also wrote the screenplay based on the novel by Barry Crump. The film stars Julian Dennison and Sam Neill and tells the story of an unwanted ward of the country’s foster care system who, as an unloved teenager, finds his way into the lives and hearts of one family. Enhanced by the beautiful scenery of the bush country and the tremendous acting of both young master Dennison and Mr. Neill, the film is an adventure, a comedy and a drama perhaps better suited for a movie of the week on television. That notwithstanding, I give the film an 8 because, when all is said and done, I look back and consider that, by viewing it, I had a satisfying theatrical experience.… Expand

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Brent_MarchantJul 20, 2016

Despite some occasionally uneven pacing, this novel twist on the buddy/road trip genre provides lots of rollicking laughs and heartfelt moments, all of which are very deservedly earned. The carefully crafted chemistry of leads Sam Neill andDespite some occasionally uneven pacing, this novel twist on the buddy/road trip genre provides lots of rollicking laughs and heartfelt moments, all of which are very deservedly earned. The carefully crafted chemistry of leads Sam Neill and Julian Dennison works from start to finish, thanks in large part to the film's skillful direction and deftly handled writing. Throw in some gorgeous cinematography and sprinklings of subtle but recognizable social commentary, and you've got a winning formula for one of the year's best independent comedies.… Expand

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stbombJul 1, 2016

A surprisingly charming and funny movie! One of the feel-goodiest movies I've seen in a long time. The young boy playing Ricky is superb! Plus, it's great for grownups and kids alike. Highly recommend taking the time to track it down and see it.

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GreatMartinJul 15, 2016

“Hunt for the Wilderpeople” is a sweet, sad, funny, drama and comedy small ‘art’ picture that takes the standard odd couple and fish out water stories and stands both on their heads. The odd couple is a 13 year old city foster child Ricky“Hunt for the Wilderpeople” is a sweet, sad, funny, drama and comedy small ‘art’ picture that takes the standard odd couple and fish out water stories and stands both on their heads. The odd couple is a 13 year old city foster child Ricky (played by Julian Dennison) and a sixtysomething old country geezer Hec (played by Sam Neill) who is married to Bella (Rima Te Wiata) a Mother Earth who you just know will forgive anything Ricky might or might not do. When he decides to run away and falls asleep not too far away Bella tells him to come in for breakfast before he continues on his journey.

The film starts off with social worker from Child Welfare Paula (Rachel House) accompanied by a not too swift policeman Andy (Oscar Kightly) dropping Ricky off at the home of Hec and Bella. I don’t want to give away anything as there is a lot of joy as we see/hear the interaction between the characters but one example of where drama and comedy intersect is when Bella shows sheer joy bringing a boar down and Ricky looking in horror. By the way there are a few close your eyes scenes as how people live off the land is shown.

Julian Dennison as Ricky, the fat—yes it is okay to say that—see the picture!—foster kid couldn’t have been cast by anyone better. I wish Rima Te Wiata had more to do and Sam Neill is perfect as the curmudgeon who has a soft spot in his heart for his wife. Aside from real to life performances of people in the area Rhys Darby as a believable ‘nut’ job with a aluminum hat and can be a tree is no stranger than anyone else in the film.

I did have a problem getting in sync with the New Zealand accent (sorry Mal, Steve and Karen), where the film was made, for the first half hour but the actors were so good following the story was easy.

Director Taika Waititi does a perfect balance between all the emotions without playing the audience. His chase scene near the end is unlike most you have seen. The photography by Lachlan Milne of the New Zealand bush is at times breathtaking including a falls scene that I would love to jump into and get to the lake at the bottom.

The people in this film are all delightful, even the villains, and not a minute of the 101 running minutes will let you down.… Expand

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moviemitch96Aug 27, 2016

A very humorous and lighthearted little kiwi of a film (pun intended since the film takes place in and was brought to us from New Zealand.) The film's humorous tone is unique and offbeat which kept it highly entertaining, as did Sam Neill andA very humorous and lighthearted little kiwi of a film (pun intended since the film takes place in and was brought to us from New Zealand.) The film's humorous tone is unique and offbeat which kept it highly entertaining, as did Sam Neill and Julian Dennison who both had great onscreen chemistry together from start to finish! Overall, this was a delightfully fun film whose odd yet quirky and lighthearted humorous nature put it in the same vein as some of Wes Anderson's films.… Expand

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LrblrbJun 30, 2016

Hunt for the Wilderpeople is a charming, quirky, fun movie that is also very touching. The story starts with a 13 year old foster child being dropped off to be with an older couple who live off the land. Things happen, and he and hisHunt for the Wilderpeople is a charming, quirky, fun movie that is also very touching. The story starts with a 13 year old foster child being dropped off to be with an older couple who live off the land. Things happen, and he and his reluctant foster father end up on the run from social services. Set in the New Zealand bush, it is beautifully filmed and definitely worth a trip to see it on the big screen. The movie has a very good soundtrack, well developed characters, and excellent acting. I laughed a lot, I cried a little - I gave it a nine.… Expand

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netflicAug 8, 2016

I am giving this movie a score of two. That is exactly how many times I laughed during it. Some comedy...
Complete waste of time and money. It is neither comedy nor drama.

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bobmeierJul 29, 2016

I went to see this because of the great reviews on Metacritic. I never heard of this movie..it wasn't mentioned in places like Film Comment, or anywhere else. What people raved about totally escaped me...while it was watchable, it was moreI went to see this because of the great reviews on Metacritic. I never heard of this movie..it wasn't mentioned in places like Film Comment, or anywhere else. What people raved about totally escaped me...while it was watchable, it was more like a Disney family film than great movie bait. Totally forgettable. If it was BAD it wouldn't be forgettable. This is a movie you see and forget instantly.… Expand

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Q8MarrongGlaceSep 24, 2016

I won't rate this a zero because I think the cast trying to do something but I'm not totally sure what is it , Once you're done watching this movie the next day you won't remember watching it at all , I feel sorry for them and I wishI won't rate this a zero because I think the cast trying to do something but I'm not totally sure what is it , Once you're done watching this movie the next day you won't remember watching it at all , I feel sorry for them and I wish they'll do a better one in future with a better plot story , script , cast and everything else ... What makes me watch it is that high rated and reviews some of you guys made up or maybe got paid to do that and other movies and mess with the rating and I wish all movie sites could do rating system according to gender and user age similar to the one in imdb which you can see where most voter comes from ,, for example : ( 2317 Males Aged 18-29 , 3830 Non-US users ) You'll know that rating according to whom and where exactly ? And won't be fooled over and over again ,, Yes I do waste my time watching this crab so don't you do the same and spare you're time for a better thing to do !… Expand

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skeptic303Sep 20, 2016

Hunt for the Wilderpeople is about a boy who is sent to a foster family in a rural New Zealand town. In the face of a tragic incident, the boy and the father of the family flee their home to avoid the officers, who want to the boy back inHunt for the Wilderpeople is about a boy who is sent to a foster family in a rural New Zealand town. In the face of a tragic incident, the boy and the father of the family flee their home to avoid the officers, who want to the boy back in their custody.
As far as 2016 is concerned, this is actually the first comedy that I enjoyed this year. It features great characters, great chemistry between the characters, a well-developed conflict, and actual humor. I enjoyed this movie and I think it should stand as an example on how comedy is done right. It's hilarious, well made, and should put Taika Waittiti on the map.
If I had to state the shortcoming of this wonderful film, it would be the ending, which seems out of touch with the rest of the movie. However, this won't prevent me from granting this film my seal of approval.… Expand

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BobFrankGusJan 19, 2017

Cute little flim, but nothing more. Itreally is not bad, but it's not exceptional nonetheless. It's quite a pity, because Sam Neill really is amazing in it. A huge missed opportunity there. Such a character and actor deserved a better movie.Cute little flim, but nothing more. Itreally is not bad, but it's not exceptional nonetheless. It's quite a pity, because Sam Neill really is amazing in it. A huge missed opportunity there. Such a character and actor deserved a better movie.
I think the director tries too hard to make this movie what it is not: a pure Sundance-style hipster film. As a result, it looks and sounds fake most of the time. The music for example is a total miss for me. Too loud and artificial when it should have reflected the feelings of the characters. And the balance between comedy and drama is a bit strange to say the least. Many times I wondered if I was supposed to laugh or cry. Overall, it's a completely forgetable movie. Maybe a different director would have made a much better flim (i.e. Wes Anderson!).… Expand

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TVJerrySep 24, 2016

Writer/director Taika Waititi's last film was "What We Do in the Shadows," a zany vampire satire. This one is more grounded in reality, but it still has a few flights of fancy. It centers around a troubled boy in foster care who's sent toWriter/director Taika Waititi's last film was "What We Do in the Shadows," a zany vampire satire. This one is more grounded in reality, but it still has a few flights of fancy. It centers around a troubled boy in foster care who's sent to live with a couple in the New Zealand countryside. When tragedy strikes, he and his crusty "uncle" (Sam Neill) set out on an extended adventure in the bush, which causes a massive manhunt. There's a quirky charm to the characters and a wacky edge to the story that makes is sweetly charming. Add in a fun soundtrack and some lovely scenery for the type of delightfully enjoyable little film that's hard to come by these days. NOTE: Look for the director in a cameo as the minister.… Expand