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Wildhood 2022

Status
Released
Runtime
107 minutes
Director
Bretten Hannam
Networks
Rebel Road Films, Younger Daughter Films, Flimshow
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What is Wildhood?

Wildhood is a 2021 Canadian coming-of-age romantic drama film written and directed by Bretten Hannam. The film stars Phillip Lewitski as Lincoln, also known as Link, alongside Joshua Odjick and Michael Greyeyes.

Type
Film
Year
2022
Status
Released
Runtime
107 minutes
Release date
Jun 17, 2022
Original language
EN
Origin
Canada
Studios
Rebel Road Films, Younger Daughter Films, Flimshow
Genres
Drama, Romance
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Rating
★ TMDB users: 6.6/10 from 52 votes
Episode runtime
~107 minutes
Status
Released
Networks
Rebel Road Films, Younger Daughter Films, Flimshow
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Wildhood is a 2021 Canadian coming-of-age romantic drama film written and directed by Bretten Hannam. The film stars Phillip Lewitski as Lincoln, also known as Link, alongside Joshua Odjick and Michael Greyeyes. In the film, Link and his brother flee their abusive father and embark on a journey. They set out to find their birth mother after their father had lied for years about her whereabouts, and to find a fresh start. Along the way, Link discovers his sexuality, and they reconnect with their indigenous heritage. They travel across Mi’kmaq territory in Nova Scotia, where Link meets Pasmay, a two-spirit lone-wolf who joins them on their journey. An expansion of Hannam's earlier short film Wildfire, the feature film was released in 2022 in the United States and has a runtime of one hour and forty-seven minutes.

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Should you watch it?

“Two brothers flee their abusive father on a transformative journey of self-discovery and heritage.”

Reasons to watch
  • Explores the intersection of personal identity and Mi'kmaw heritage.
  • Features a compelling narrative centered on the bond between two brothers.
  • Provides a heartfelt look at a protagonist navigating his sexuality.
Keep in mind
  • The film depicts themes of domestic abuse which may be difficult for some viewers.

Watch it if you appreciate character-driven stories about finding one's roots and identity.

This is a dramatic coming-of-age film with an emotional tone and a focused, character-centric pace.

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Where can I watch Wildhood?

The film is available to watch on platforms such as Prime Video.

Is Wildhood worth watching?

The film holds a 7.0/10 rating on IMDb and is categorized as a heartwarming drama.

What is the duration of the film?

Wildhood has a runtime of approximately one hour.

Is this a standalone film?

Yes, though it is an expansion of the director's previous short film titled Wildfire.

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