The Wicker Man (2006) Review

A review of the 2006 horror remake The Wicker Man directed by Neil LaBute and starring Nicolas Cage. This type of review is something I've never done before and I would appreciate feedback on what you thought of the review so I can know whether or not to pursue projects like this in the future.

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[MockBlue]

You are totally right man! Did anyone ever tell you, you look a little like Jimmy Somerville? Run away turn away run away turn away run away........ (small town boy)?

[mwhite148]

@MockBlue Thank you, and no, I've never been told that. Funny you should say it though, as someone a few days ago told me I was a bit like Benedict Cumberbatch (he plays Sherlock Holmes in the new UK version), although I fail to see the resemblence.

[DoctuhD]

I don't really understand all of the biased hate this movie gets. There is some (unintentional?) comedy in it, but from a psychological standpoint, Nic Cage acted much like any other somewhat insane person fearing for the life of his possibly already dead daughter would. It tells a suspenseful and chilling tale of horror and is overall a great interwoven psychological conundrum to decipher.

Or you can be one of those people that are like: It's bad cuz someone else says it is. And Cage.

[mwhite148]

@DoctuhD Well, I cannot at all see where you're coming from, but to each his own I guess.

[2landscapes]

You have a stick up your arse. The movie is not meant to be taken that seriously. It's strange and campy. If you have seen any other movies or read anything by Neil LeBute, yes he is often sexist but whatever. His work is often perverse and off kilter. He wasn't trying to make a serious film as you state.

[mwhite148]

@2landscapes Watch this trailer for the film watch?v=KcRFaIRWON4. It was marketed as a serious thriller.

[mwhite148]

@Triperiokstas What you have just said is an act of war on the whole country of Scotland. Merry Christmas.

[supermariofreak47]

A good and funny review but please get a better microphone. Fuck the people who hate your accent, I dig it.

[paulod27]

Being a fellow scotman I support your reviews. You did a really good job on this video, but like others have suggested get a better mic.

[thatcanadaguy2]

You're forgetting about Cage in Lord of War

[shr00mzzzzzzzzzzzzzz]

I enjoyed it back in 2006 probably because I didn't see the original to compare it to, an I don't pay attention o silly details like the bees

[CrazyRhi123]

A perfect example of how not to do a remake. Great review.

[Kirstyb327]

I am studying the original in English and Edward Woodward is so much better. I agree with everything you are saying. And they forgot the biggest thing...everyone was Scottish in the original and now they are poncy American snobs. A waste of time and effort I say

[MockBlue]

@mwhite148 Yes, I'm sorry about that... was in a stupid mood! That aside, I think you have a great style and you are completely right. I was livid when I found out that they were remaking this film with Nicholas Cage.... Is nothing sacred to the Americans? The original was so quirky it was brilliant! Thanks, and sorry for the bad comparison. For what it's worth I resemble Ken Dodd!!!!

[HopelessRomantic999]

Also, in the case of the bee stinging part, where did they get the bees, anyway? I thought they left, isn't that why they're sacrificing him? And as for the director being sexist, when is it ever a good idea to put your opinions in a movie if it's one that will make people want to hunt him down and burn him. They are women, not the freaking Cenobites of Hellraiser. Speaking of which, if they remake that film and don't get Doug Bradley as Pinhead, there'll be hell to pay. Anyway, great review! =)

[rbgg2010]

You've convinced me to check out the original