This movie is worth watching. The story could've gone a bit harder with the struggles of being a foster child. The main emotion here being used is anger. But when the child is alone, he doesn't seem upset in the least about his situation, only ever grumpy. It bothered me a little and the acting pulled me out of it a few times. I think the boy did a great job in the comedic and conversational parts, in fact the conversations seemed very real and you can see in some situations where Sam Neil wants to say more but looks like he doesn't know what to say. One thing I hate about amateur movies, I'm sorry if you don't see this as one but I do, is they put in scenes, take shots of things because they cost money and or put an actor in the spotlight, but they feel There are a few slightly lulling moments you might be bored by, but some real gems like the lord of the rings reference and some Rhys Darby moments you'll probably love. If you want an easy "running away from it all" movie, you'll be hard pressed to find one as good as this this year so far.
Review of Hunt for the Wilderpeople
