Coming to a theater near you on Christmas Day (December 25, 2014) is the latest film from Disney, Into the Woods.
Into the Woods is a modern twist on several of the beloved Brothers Grimm fairy tales, intertwining the plots of a few choice stories and exploring the consequences of the characters’ wishes and quests. This humorous and heartfelt musical follows the classic tales of Cinderella (Anna Kendrick), Little Red Riding Hood (Lilla Crawford), Jack and the Beanstalk (Daniel Huttlestone), and Rapunzel (MacKenzie Mauzy)—all tied together by an original story involving a baker and his wife (James Corden & Emily Blunt), their wish to begin a family and their interaction with the witch (Meryl Streep) who has put a curse on them.
Rob Marshall, the acclaimed filmmaker behind the Academy Award®-winning musical Chicago and Disney’s Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides, directs the film, which is based on the Tony®-winning original musical by James Lapine, who also penned the screenplay, and legendary composer Stephen Sondheim, who provides the music and lyrics. Produced by Marshall, John DeLuca, “Wicked” producer Marc Platt and Callum McDougall, Into the Woods will be released in theaters Dec. 25, 2014.
Here are some fun facts about Into the Woods.
Into the Woods” premiered on Broadway on Nov. 5, 1987, at the Martin Beck Theatre. The production, which ran for 764 performances, won Tony® Awards for best score, best book and best actress in a musical. Among other awards, the musical received five Drama Desk awards, including best musical. “Into the Woods” has been produced around the world, including a 1988 U.S. tour, a 1990 West End production, Broadway and London revivals, in addition to a television production, DVD recording and a 10-year-anniversary concert.
Check out the trailer.
It looks good. It’s almost like a teaser trailer because it left me wanting to see more. I guess I just have to wait until Christmas Day to see more of the film.
You can keep up to date on the film by “liking” the official Facebook page. In addition you can follow @DisneyPictures on Twitter.
What do you think about the movie? Are you excited to see it? Feel free to share your thoughts.
Kimberly
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Tammy S says
Oh this sounds like it’s going to be really good. I like how they are taking several of the classics and mixing them together. I think this will be a great family movie to go see over the holiday’s.
Maralea says
Yes, I am excited to see this. I like that it combines some of the great classics into one movie.
Kate F. says
I’m very excited to see this movie! I love fairy tales.