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Into the Woods, 1982

Into the Woods

English

USA

Rating:8.1
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Profile of Into the Woods

Into the Woods can be described as humorous, offbeat, and stylized. The plot revolves around curses, spells and rituals, imaginary themes, and couples relations. The main genres are fantasy, musical, and adventure. In terms of style, Into the Woods is fairytale-like. In approach, it is fantastical. It is set, at least in part, in a theater. Into the Woods is well suited for kids, a date night, and a family outing.

Summary of Into the Woods

This Tony Award-winning musical tells the story of a childless couple who embark on a fairy tale romp in search of relief from a curse which has kept the stork from visiting them. Starring Bernadette Peters and Joanna Gleason (both of whom have also been awarded the coveted "Best Actress" Tony,) Into the Woods is appealing to people of all ages and interests with its witty catchy music, and dramatic fairy tale narrative.

Details

Language: English
Country: USA
Release date: 20 March 1991
Runtime: 153 min

Cast and Crew

Bernadette Peters as The Witch in Into the Woods
Bernadette Peters

as The Witch

Joanna Gleason

as Baker's wife

Users Reviews

Here we go: Sondheim bores the &&& out of me. He has a musical ear, but I never thought that he could structure a play well. Songs seem out of place, dramatic arcs are choppy, and the narratives don't flow. And yet, this one I really like. The songs...
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