Margaret Johansson

Highly recommended show. To be honest, my expectations for this show hung a little low, being that it was a Prime Video; as in, these films are literally not getting as much attention or preparation as let’s say, something ready to be streamed on Netflix. *Maybe Spoilers* But this was not the case for The Wilds. It’s evident that the production behind the show involved meticulous effort, which I’m beyond sure has paid off. From filming in the gorgeous New Zealand, every scene was thoughtfully cut (between present interrogation, past island experiences, and at-home storylines), and its transitions followed beautifully. Characters and their complexities, given by an incredible group of actors, left a myriad of emotions with me and alternate audiences. The only thing I have to critique is that the introduction of the “feminist protocol” was a little hard to pick up. The scenes surrounding it felt out of place; I mean, I’m all for last-minute unveilings, but I couldn’t point out the subject or reason of the dialogue, so it was confusing until the whole concept was explained. Overall, The Wilds was a very enjoyable and thought-provoking series. I feel emotionally tied to the girls, in particular Shelby and Toni’s relationship. I’m glad to know it’s been renewed for season two, I’m already hyped!

Truly one of the most though-provoking films I have seen. It is a must watch. My experience as part of an audience holds vast memories of particular pictures, but this movie differs completely. It’s beautiful. When I believed the story to be going somewhere (without knowing the actual biography), there was a turn, and yet another-and it was executed in such great acting. Never once did I question a cinematic decision in doubt, but rather, I contemplated it deeply. The plot and timeline advance in fascinating and timely scenes; everything was even in spacing, which left me very satisfied at its end. It was overtly intriguing, and the dialogue had me emotionally involved at some points. I absolutely applaud this film and anyone involved in its production. Amazing picture.