The Wildman of Shaggy Creek

I got to see a preview of this movie last week and LOVED it. The acting was incredible, the storyline, based on the book by R. H. Grimley, was suspenseful but very family friendly. There were some jump scares, but nothing too intense. The cinematography was vivid and realistic. Think Goosebumps, but a little less scary . It kept me guessing until the end.

This was all of the child actors first time on the big screen and you could not tell. Ayla Bullington as Hailey, was a standout to me, she is going to be a star!

Jesse Edwards is an upcoming producer that everyone should keep their eyes on.

Can't wait to see what comes next for this talented cast and crew!

"The Wildman of Shaggy Creek" is the best children's fantasy movie I've seen in a long time. From the incredible directing, cinematography, and scoring, to the talented cast of kids, young adults, and industry professionals, this movie is bound to keep you engaged and entertained. The standout performances from the all kids are a major highlight. They move the story of the film from start to finish and keep the audience hanging on their every word with suspense, emotion, and humor. The entire cast displays great chemistry that is captured through the screen. The film is not only great for children but also adults as parents Charlotte (Allee Sutton-Hethcoat) and Charlie (Josh Futcher) showcase their incredible chemistry and acting abilities as they capture all the ups and downs of parenting young teens with exceptional emotion displayed by both in tense scenes as well as perfect comedic timing that create light-hearted scenes. The film is fast paced and never gets boring as characters like Scott (Hudson Hensley), Hailey (Ayla Bullington), Zach (Brycen Patterson), and others entrance the audience in a world of suspense, intrigue, fear, and comedy. The climax of the film is the best shot, acted, and written scene in any children's movie I've seen. The scene keeps the audience looming in fear and suspense, but without being too scary for the younger ones. The film is excellently crafted from start to finish and definitely a must watch for anyone looking for a heartwarming, scary, and entertaining film fun for the whole family!

The Wildman of Shaggy Creek is one of the best family films I've seen! There is something for everyone. A heartwarming family dynamic of navigating balance between a parent's career and a child's coming of age with challenges of living in a new location and making new friends.

The cast were all amazing! From the bravery of a young boy, Scott, played by Hudson Hensley, and a kind and quick witted young girl, Hayley, played by Ayla Bullington, to the humerous bully, Zach, played by Brycen Patterson, with his mischievous ways, taunting, and his comedic performance that illustrates his fear of losing his alpha status by a new kid on the block!

This movie is full of laughter, love, a few jump scares and just enough fear to create suspense without being too frightening!

I would give this movie a 10 out of 10 and recommend it for the whole family to see of all ages!!

Phenomenal storyline and top notch acting. The story is brought to life by talented actors and great direction - a must watch for the whole family! Wildman offers excitement, laughter, and a great "moral of the story"! The musical score is great as well. It's refreshing to have a movie that everyone can enjoy together, which seems fewer and far between these days! The script was perfectly written and executed in the same way!

I can't say enough about Scott (Hudson) and Hailey (Ayla) - what a great breakout role for them both! They appear as if they are seasoned actors and I can't wait to see them in other films.

The storyline flowed smoothly and kept the whole family fully engaged from start to finish. The acting was terrific, especially from the predominantly young cast, who brought surprising depth to their roles. The film explored meaningful themes of family, friendship, and loyalty through a mix of thrilling adventures and genuinely funny moments that had everyone laughing. The musical score perfectly complemented each scene, enhancing the emotional impact throughout. The director skillfully built a strong connection between the characters and the audience early on in the film. I highly recommend this film as a heartfelt and exciting introduction to the thriller genre for all ages.