
04/04/2025
Into the Woods (2014) is a musical fantasy film directed by Rob Marshall, based on the Broadway musical by Stephen Sondheim. The story intertwines several well-known fairy tales, including Cinderella, Little Red Riding Hood, Jack and the Beanstalk, and Rapunzel, and explores their interconnectedness. At the center of the plot is a baker and his wife who embark on a quest to break a curse placed on them by a wicked witch, which has prevented them from having children. As they journey through the woods, they encounter familiar characters from the fairy tales, each of whom has their own desires and struggles. The film explores themes of wish fulfillment, consequences, and the complexities of life beyond the fairy tale endings.