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Into the Woods

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Director: James Lapine

Actors: Bernadette Peters, Joanna Gleason, Chip Zien

Plot

A baker and his wife wish to have a child but learn that they are cursed by a witch due to the baker's father's past actions. To break the curse, they must gather specific items: a cow as white as milk, a cape as red as blood, hair as yellow as corn, and a slipper as pure as gold. Their quest leads them into the woods, where they encounter Cinderella, who wishes to attend the King's festival; Jack, who wants his cow to give milk and ends up with magic beans; Little Red Riding Hood, who is off to visit her grandmother; and Rapunzel, who is trapped in a tower by the witch. Each character's desire intertwines, setting off a chain of events that lead to unintended consequences.

As the characters pursue their individual goals, their stories intersect and reveal deeper themes of ambition, consequence, and moral complexity. The protagonists face various challenges and dilemmas, requiring them to confront their values and desires. With each magical encounter and obstacle, they gain new perspectives about life and the cost of getting what they want. Thus, their journeys force them to reckon with not just their wishes but also with the realities and responsibilities that accompany achieving them.

Writers: James Lapine

Release Date: 15 Mar 1991

Runtime: 151 min

Rating: Unrated

Country: United States

Language: English

Physical Media Reviews

  • While 'Into the Woods' shines in content as a Blu-ray release, it suffers from lackluster video, audio, and special features, making the DVD a more practical choice.

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