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Bookworm

  • 2024
  • 1h 43m
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6.0/10
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Elijah Wood and Nell Fisher in Bookworm (2024)
11-year-old Mildred's world is turned upside down when her estranged father, the washed-up magician Strawn Wise, comes to look after her and agrees to take her camping to find a mythological beast known as the Canterbury Panther.
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11-year-old Mildred's world is turned upside down when her estranged father, the washed-up magician Strawn Wise, comes to look after her and agrees to take her camping to find a mythological... Read all11-year-old Mildred's world is turned upside down when her estranged father, the washed-up magician Strawn Wise, comes to look after her and agrees to take her camping to find a mythological beast known as the Canterbury Panther.11-year-old Mildred's world is turned upside down when her estranged father, the washed-up magician Strawn Wise, comes to look after her and agrees to take her camping to find a mythological beast known as the Canterbury Panther.

  • Director
    • Ant Timpson
  • Writers
    • Toby Harvard
    • Ant Timpson
  • Stars
    • Nell Fisher
    • Morgana O'Reilly
    • Millen Baird
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    • Director
      • Ant Timpson
    • Writers
      • Toby Harvard
      • Ant Timpson
    • Stars
      • Nell Fisher
      • Morgana O'Reilly
      • Millen Baird
    • 21User reviews
    • 45Critic reviews
    • 64Metascore
  • See production info at IMDbPro
    • Awards
      • 1 win & 4 nominations total

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    Nell Fisher
    Nell Fisher
    • Mildred
    Morgana O'Reilly
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    Millen Baird
    • Doctor
    Elijah Wood
    Elijah Wood
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    Nikki Si'ulepa
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    • Reginald
    Michael Smiley
    Michael Smiley
    • Arnold
    Vanessa Stacey
    • Angelina
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      • Ant Timpson
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      • Ant Timpson
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    5harmonysez

    Pretty messy to be honest

    I was really looking forward to this one. When i saw the trailer i thought it would be a really fun and funny movie to watch. They had advance screenings playing at Hoyts cinemas so iwent along. Unfortunately in terms of humour, most of the funny spots were in the trailer which meant the movie paced along like a humourless adventure movie with a lack of adventure. The actors did a good enough job with what they had to work with. The biggest problem was the movie didnt know what it wanted to be. The sub plot with the random couple tramping was stupid n took the movie way off track. And the behaviour of the couple in the tent (with one really dodgy line) followed by the video of them, i thought totally derailed the movie.

    This had the potential to be a fun movie along the lines of The Hunt for the Wilderpeople but instead falls way flat. It definitely needed a Taika Waititi touch to it.
    4iturk

    A failed attempt

    I really wanted to like this, but nothing in this movie fits quite right. The child actress tries so hard, but her acting feels forced. The quirkiness of the whole premise doesn't resonate with the audience, unfortunately.

    If they had incorporated more elements related to the title-like her being an actual bookworm-it might have created some meaningful connections and depth. Sadly, there's nothing here to tie the title to the story in any real way.

    I'm not sure what the budget was, but it seems like most of it went into the panther CGI. Elijah is, well, Elijah-but even his performance doesn't add much value to the production. None of the characters are particularly likable or funny enough to carry the film. Overall, it's a disappointing watch.
    6toonarly

    And now for a strange

    Very unusual movie with Elijah Wood (Hobbit) as a very bad magician father hoping to redeem himself to his estranged daughter while her mother is recovering in the hospital from an electrical shock accident. Nell Fisher (Mildred) is obsessed with proving a unique panther is roaming around the jungles and hopes to win 50000 dollars for proof of its existence. So the two of them, father and daughter go out on a journey to get a video of the elusive creature. The dialog is a bit strange, and Strawn Wise the father (Wood) is not to good at anything especially bravery. So it's kind of an offbeat redemption story of sorts. Nothing questionable, no nudity or violence, some rather stupid parts , but all in all it's an "ok" story and film. More for younger kids so don't expect much for adults. Enjoy.
    7quinnsanitygotgame

    Alright. Elijah Wood carried.

    I love wilderness adventure films, but I hadn't gotten too much of an idea of the plot before I watched it. The child actor was fine but came off as annoying. I'm glad the dad character gave her some comeuppance. The strange couple and illusionist side of the story intrigued me whereas the father-daughter relationship failed to engage me. And I gotta say, whys everyone dissing on the couple? I genuinely thought they were quite funny. The directors did a good job at capturing typical married west coast-ers. Sometimes I felt like this movie was borderline copying Hunt for the Wilderpeople. Oh, and the panther, forgot about that. Yeah, that was more of a subplot in the movie. In the end, though, it was pretty heartfelt and some fine family entertainment.
    7rannynm

    An interesting take on a classic adventure filled with humor and twists and turns

    Bookworm is an interesting take on a classic adventure. Full of humor, and surprising twists and turns, Bookworm is a quest with a magical touch that kept me on the edge of my seat.

    Mildred (Nell Fisher) is an 11-year-old girl who has devoted her childhood to proving that the elusive Canterbury Panther exists in the mountains of New Zealand. When a household accident renders her mother (Morgana O'Rielly) incapable of going camping in search of the cat, she is pretty disappointed. However, when her illusionist father Strawn Wise (Elijah Wood) shows up for the first time in her life, she decides to head out anyway. What happens next? An expedition that not only has a classic adventure feel, but also shows that relationships can heal over time.

    What I like best about this film is not the scenes, characters, or music; it is how the story is told. The way the action develops is different from most movies; it is broken up into chapters with each one adding depth to the plot. And, the plot isn't the best. It starts off fine, but changes midway during their adventure. While the twists and turns kept me wondering what would happen next, they also undermine the main idea of the quest, which is to find the panther. Humor plays a crucial role in the film. With Mildred being a rather to-the-point kid who doesn't have time for nonsense, her dad, Strawn, is the exact opposite. Trying to practice his magic tricks while Mildred is working hard to set up camp is one example. This movie originated from outside of the U. S. and does some very untypically Hollywood things such as when we are observing the conversations between the characters and suddenly the camera zooms out and focuses on a mushroom. It's an odd transition but it does help in rounding out the unusual take of a jungle adventure.

    The film's message is that there is always a way to solve a problem. An example of this is how Mildred shows that she is always ready to put her bookworm brain to the test to achieve her goal. Be forewarned that there is some profanity in this film and a bit of blood, but nothing gruesome or gory.

    I give Bookworm 3.5 out of 5 stars and recommend it for ages 12 to 18. Bookworm swings into theaters on Oct 18, 2024. By Braedyn M., KIDS FIRST!

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    • Trivia
      The film title was inspired by fellow Kiwi Lee Tamahori's film The Edge which originally titled after the script by David Mamet called Bookworm.
    • Goofs
      Arnold mentions going to the place where Liam Neeson played a lion. Establishing that they are going to the real location of Castle Hill and not a made-up place. When they arrive, they get lost and start to fight and hallucinate to an extent. In reality, Castle Hill is quite populated and very close to a road so there'd always be someone else around to help.
    • Quotes

      Mildred: So, what does the average working day for an illusionist look like?

      Strawn: Well, I do appearances. Parties. Actually, last week, I just did a major celebrity's birthday party.

      Mildred: [sarcastic] Wow.

      Strawn: [scoffs] You know, you could try being a little bit more respectful.

      Mildred: Oh, sure I could. I just can't promise I will.

    • Soundtracks
      I'm a Drifter
      Written by Travis Edmonson

      Published by Haymarket Music Co.

      Administered by Universal Music Publishing Pty Ltd

      Performed by Vince Martin & Fred Neil

      Licensed courtesy of Warner Music New Zealand Ltd.

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    • Release date
      • August 29, 2024 (Australia)
    • Countries of origin
      • New Zealand
      • United States
    • Official site
      • Apple TV Store (MENA)
    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • Книжковий хробак
    • Production companies
      • Firefly Films
      • Mister Smith Entertainment
      • New Zealand Film Commission
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    • Gross US & Canada
      • $9,446
    • Gross worldwide
      • $553,053
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    • Runtime
      1 hour 43 minutes
    • Color
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