Into the Forest (2015)

After a massive power outage, two sisters learn to survive on their own in their isolated woodland home.

Director:

Patricia Rozema

Writers:

Patricia Rozema, Jean Hegland (based on the novel by)

Stars:

Ellen Page, Evan Rachel Wood, Max Minghella

2 wins & 3 nominations.

Cast

Complete credited cast:
Ellen Page	...	Nell
Evan Rachel Wood	...	Eva
Max Minghella	...	Eli
Callum Keith Rennie	...	Robert
Michael Eklund	...	Stan
Wendy Crewson	...	Mom
Ronin Cara	...	Baby
Owen Cara	...	Baby
Crystal Pite	...	Ruby
Lorne Cardinal	...	Jerry
Katherine Cowie	...	Catherine
Sandy Sidhu	...	Quiz Woman

Storyline

In a world that is increasingly dependent on electricity, a power outage seems like an awful predicament, as we can't imagine ourselves living in a world deprived of electricity. With this in mind, after a lingering power outage, a father and his two daughters will find themselves trapped in a completely different reality; one that will change their lives forever. But, is this outage regional, or does it affect the entire country? In the end--as these, and other, more crucial questions require an answer--no one can tell if the family has what it takes to survive; nonetheless, they will still have to put to the test their skills, their adaptability and endurance, but above all, find the courage to challenge the integrity of their familial bonds.

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Plot Keywords:

death of father | survival | post apocalypse | rape | power outage | 

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Taglines:

Hope is power

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Genres:

Drama | Thriller

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Motion Picture Rating (MPAA)

Rated R for a scene of violence involving rape, language and some sexuality/nudity

Did You Know?

Trivia

Ellen Page was inspired to make the film after coming across the book written by Jean Hegland while browsing through a small store in her native Halifax. It was suggested to her by the woman working there and after she read it, she decided to produce a movie-version of the story.

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Goofs

[All goofs for this title are spoilers.]

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Connections

Features Thirty Two Short Films About Glenn Gould (1993)

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Soundtracks

Play It Right
Performed by Sylvan Esso , with vocals by Amelia Meath
Written by Amelia Meath (SESAC), Molly Sarlé (SESAC), Alexandra Sauser-Monnig (as Alexandra Monnig) (SESAC), and Nicholas Sanborn
Published by LNF (SESAC), Molly Erin (SESAC), Night Paver Publishing (SESAC), administered by Domino US Publishing Company USA (SESAC) / Big Deal Music Publishing
Courtesy of Partisan Records

User Reviews

Interesting Concept, Terrible Execution. Someone lost their way.

We wanted to like this film. But we could not. It failed us. The premise is interesting and the acting starts off pretty solid and believable. The characters talk and act in ways that you can believe at the outset and you are drawn in by the mysterious direction of the plot. Then, something happens and the characters just keep plugging away as if nothing is wrong. There are so many outrageous inconsistencies and plot holes that you can't keep up. Without giving away the plot, I will just say that they go from one extreme to the other and the characters do not react as any person ever would. The story continues with more absurdity and tragedy. The characters continue to do mindless and illogical things. At this point, we lose interest in the story and follow along with half interest just to see where it ends. It can be said that there is some very good acting in this film. But the writing and direction drag this into two big thumbs down. Bizarre does not mean good. Sorry.

Details

Official Sites:

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Country:

Canada

Language:

English

Release Date:

29 July 2016 (USA)

Also Known As:

Into the Forest

Filming Locations:

Campbell River, British Columbia, Canada

Box Office

Opening Weekend USA:

$6,438, 31 July 2016

Gross USA:

$9,995

Cumulative Worldwide Gross:

$92,166

Company Credits

Production Co:

Rhombus Media, BRON Studios

Technical Specs

Runtime:

101 min

Color:

Color

Aspect Ratio:

1.85 : 1