Wonderstruck (2017)

6.2PG117 minDirector: Todd Haynes

2017 American film

Wonderstruck is a 2017 American mystery drama film directed by Todd Haynes, based on the 2011 novel Wonderstruck by Brian Selznick, who adapted the novel into the screenplay. The film stars Oakes Fegley, Julianne Moore, Michelle Williams, and Millicent Simmonds in her film debut.

Wonderstruck premiered at the 2017 Cannes Film Festival on May 18, 2017, and competed for the Palme d'Or. It was given a limited release in the United States by Amazon Studios and Roadside Attractions on October 20, 2017. The film received generally favorable reviews from critics.

Plot summary adapted from Wikipedia, licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0.

FAQ

What is Wonderstruck about?
Wonderstruck (2017) — The film interlaces two stories set fifty years apart, switching frequently between them. Each tells the story of a child's quest. In 1927, Rose runs away from her father's New Jersey home to find her mother/idol, the actress Lillian Mayhew. In 1977, recently orphaned Ben runs aw
Is Wonderstruck based on a true story?
See the production background and source material details on the official Wikipedia article.
Is Wonderstruck scary?
Content rating: PG. See the reviews tab for parental guidance and tone notes.