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- Despite feeling overcrowded and at times unevenly paced, Wildflower is a warm coming-of-age tale that amplifies the stories of underrepresented groups in the media. In addition to highlighting the complications that come with growing up, it reminds you to appreciate the people who appreciate you back. Rating: B
collider.com › wildflower-movie-review‘Wildflower’ Review: Kiernan Shipka Shines in Coming-of-Age Tale
Mar 17, 2023 · A terrific cast can only do so much with superficial, maudlin material in the coming-of-age dramedy “Wildflower.” Kiernan Shipka deftly navigates the film’s sometimes clunky tonal shifts as Bea, a high school senior who’s the child of intellectually disabled parents, Derek ( Dash Mihok ) and Sharon (autistic actress Samantha Hyde ).
Mar 16, 2023 · A snarky teenager navigates her loving but complicated relationship with two intellectually disabled parents in the coming-of-age comedy “Wildflower.”
- Teo Bugbee
- Matt Smukler
Sep 12, 2022 · ‘Wildflower’ Review: Kiernan Shipka Plays the Daughter of Neurodivergent Parents in an Endearing Coming-of-Age Film. The actress stars alongside Jean Smart, Jacki Weaver, Alexandra Daddario and...
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Wildflower begins with the story of an intelligent and enterprising Rolake (Damilare Kuku), who gets a chance to work at a leading architectural firm as a personal assistant to CEO Gowon Williams (Deyemi Okanlawon). Rolake looks up to Mr Gowon to the point of worshipping him. She is overqualified for the job, considering her master’s degree in arch...
The movie Wildflower was realistic in exploring scenarios of the incessant domestic violence and rape issues. it is interesting to see how well it plays it out in the scenes. The story handles its themes as delicately as they are, without being too serious. It tells a tidy story, infused with little sarcasm that lightens up the serious moments. The...
Sometimes, telling too many stories in one story can take away the need to attain the necessary depths of a plot. Wildflower probably would have come out better if it focused only on Rolake to explore workplace power imbalances, sexual abuse and the culture of silence. The stories of other women affected the depth of Rolake’s story as the lead act....
Feb 14, 2024 · Wildflower is a personal and authentic film based on the real-life experiences of the director's niece and her neurodivergent parents. The film gained attention when it premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival and later became available on Hulu.
- Matt Smukler
- Kiernan Shipka
Mar 17, 2023 · Wildflower is a hilarious big-hearted celebration of family in all its variety. A coming-of-age film about growing up too fast and slowing down just enough to recognize one's good fortune.
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“Wildflower” is a touching and inspiring comedy drama that will leave audiences with a renewed appreciation for the power of love and family. Full Review | Original Score: 3.5/5 | May 1, 2023
