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Movie / Film Review by Allison Rose | Oct 21, 2026 Wildwood Brings LAIKA's Stop-Motion Magic to Life Movie Review

Wildwood is another visual masterpiece for LAIKA and reminds us yet again how good they are at what they do, but it hits a couple of minor bumps along the way.

LAIKA returns with Wildwood , a visually stunning stop-motion fantasy adventure featuring an impressive voice cast, intricate animation, and a darker story than audiences might expect. When it comes to stop-motion animation, there is one name that stands out among the rest. That name is LAIKA. LAIKA, the studio that brought you Coraline , The Boxtrolls , Kubo and the Two Strings , etc., now offers its latest film, Wildwood , based on the novel…

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Allison Rose is a Senior Correspondent and Critic for FlickDirect, bringing years of experience in film coverage and broadcast media. A Hofstra University communications graduate, she previously held an FCC broadcast license and now shares her movie expertise weekly on KRMS News/Talk 97.5 FM, with additional appearances on television and at industry events. Recognized as a Tomatometer-Approved Critic, Allison is an active member of SEFCA, the Florida Film Critics Circle, and the Online Film Critics Society.

Goat

Feb 09, 2026

Bright animation and a likable cast can't overcome a predictable underdog story.

Full Review | Grade: C

Keeper

Feb 04, 2026

Osgood Perkins' Keeper delivers striking visuals and a strong lead performance, but an underdeveloped story and weak character work derail the film.

Full Review | Grade: D

Disneyland Handcrafted

Jan 29, 2026

An intimate and lovingly assembled documentary that brings Walt Disney's original dream to life.

Full Review | Grade: A

Shelter

Jan 28, 2026

A familiar but effective action thriller, Shelter lets Jason Statham lean into grit, restraint, and tightly choreographed combat.

Full Review | Grade: C

Dante's Peak

Jan 20, 2026

An uneven but watchable disaster film that leans more on spectacle than strong storytelling.

Full Review | Grade: C

One Battle After Another

Jan 20, 2026

A gripping, character-driven epic that proves Paul Thomas Anderson remains one of cinema's most uncompromising storytellers.

Full Review | Grade: A

Neil Diamond's Music Brings Heart and Humanity Song Sung Blue

Jan 16, 2026

Powered by Neil Diamond's timeless music and strong performances from Hugh Jackman and Kate Hudson, Song Sung Blue delivers a heartfelt, crowd-pleasing story inspired by true events.

Full Review | Grade: B