Into the Woods (movie) facts for kids
Into the Woods is a 2014 musical fantasy movie. It brings together characters from different fairy tales. The movie mixes their stories in a fun way. Famous actors like Meryl Streep play The Witch. Anna Kendrick plays Cinderella. Johnny Depp plays The Wolf. Christine Baranski plays Cinderella's Stepmother.
The movie was released on December 25, 2014.
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About the Movie
Into the Woods is based on a popular Broadway musical. The film takes well-known fairy tale characters. It shows what happens after "happily ever after." The story explores the wishes and choices of these characters.
Who is in the Cast?
Many talented actors bring these fairy tale characters to life.
- Meryl Streep plays The Witch.
- Anna Kendrick plays Cinderella.
- Johnny Depp plays The Wolf.
- Christine Baranski plays Cinderella's Stepmother.
- Other stars include James Corden as The Baker.
- Emily Blunt plays The Baker's Wife.
- Lilla Crawford is Little Red Riding Hood.
- Daniel Huttlestone plays Jack.
Behind the Scenes
The movie was directed by Rob Marshall. He is known for directing other musicals. The original musical was created by Stephen Sondheim and James Lapine. They also helped with the movie version. Some changes were made for the film. These changes were approved by Sondheim and Lapine.
Filming Locations
The movie used real places to create its magical world.
- Rapunzel's tower was built at Waverley Abbey in Farnham, Surrey.
- Dover Castle in Kent was used for the outside of the Prince's castle.
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Stephen Sondheim, who approved changes for the film.
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Rapunzel's tower being built at Waverley Abbey.
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Dover Castle, used as the Prince's castle.
See also
- In Spanish: Into the Woods (película) para niños
