Key Takeaways:
– The Fantasia Film Festival in Montreal premiered Bookworm, starring Elijah Wood.
– Wood expressed enthusiasm about possibly returning to Middle Earth in Andy Serkis’s The Hunt for Gollum.
– Wood’s company, SpectreVision, is recognized for producing notable indie horror films.
– Writer Toby Harvard links Wood’s films Bookworm and The Greasy Strangler.
– Bookworm is scheduled for release by Vertical Entertainment in the coming months.
The Fantasia Film Festival in Montreal started on a high note with the worldwide premiere of the movie Bookworm, starring the talented Elijah Wood. Let’s get into some details about the movie and what the star had to share with us at this grand event.
The Story Behind Bookworm
In Bookworm, we see Elijah Wood, renowned for his role in The Lord of The Rings trilogy, portraying an illusionist. The plot thickens when he gets called to New Zealand to look after his estranged daughter, Mildred, played by the amazing Nell Fisher, after her mother gets into a coma. This journey takes a fascinating turn when Mildred convinces her father to join her in the New Zealand wilderness in search of a mythical panther. As the story unfolds, they encounter various threats and challenges.
Elijah Wood Talks Middle Earth and More
During the red carpet premiere, we had the opportunity to chat with Elijah Wood. When asked if he would consider reprising his role in Middle Earth for Andy Serkis’s upcoming film The Hunt for Gollum, Wood responded positively. He expressed that his return to New Zealand to work with the talents involved within the Middle Earth realm would be delightful, as it holds a special place in his heart.
Wood’s Heart for Genre Cinema and Horror
Elijah Wood has been a staunch supporter of genre cinema through his company, SpectreVision. They’re notably known for producing some of the coolest indie horror films recently, such as A Girl Walks Home Alone At Night and Mandy. When asked about The Greasy Strangler, a past film he’s associated with that continues to spook audiences, Wood confessed his love for it, drawing a connection to Bookworm through the common writer, Toby Harvard.
Expect a Charming Bookworm, Not a Grease-oozing Stranger!
The common writer aside, you’ll be relieved to know Bookworm doesn’t mirror The Greasy Strangler in terms of its disturbing vibes. Instead, it presents a rather enchanting narrative. Eager to watch it? Stay on the lookout for Vertical Entertainment’s release, scheduled for some time in the near future.
Stay tuned as we bring more updates on Elijah Wood’s projects and highlights from the Fantasia Film Festival. It seems there’s a lot in store for us from Middle Earth to the panther-hunting wilds of New Zealand! Let’s keep the movie magic alive!
