Stop-motion animation fans have a reason to celebrate-and to remember the visionary director behind a beloved classic. While tim Burton’s Nightmare Before Christmas remains a Halloween and Christmas staple for generations, the film was actually directed by Henry Selick.
Selick Proves His Mastery with Overlooked Netflix Film
Selick, the true creative force behind “Nightmare Before Christmas,” recently showcased his continued talent with the animated Netflix film “Wendell & Wild.”
- Henry Selick directed Nightmare Before Christmas, not Tim Burton.
- His 2022 Netflix film, Wendell & Wild, demonstrates his ongoing skill in stop-motion animation.
- Wendell & Wild features the voice talents of Keegan-Michael Key and Jordan Peele.
- The film blends classic themes with a modern sensibility and diverse characters.
Wendell & Wild (keegan-Michael Key and Jordan Peele) are brothers stuck working a tedious job for their demon boss-who also happens to be their father. They spend their days applying hellish hair growth products to his enormous head. Seeking a way out, the duo sets their sights on the mortal world, where they encounter teenager Kat (Lyric Ross), who is grappling with the tragic death of her parents and expressing her grief through rebellion.
When a mysterious mark appears on Kat’s hand,Wendell and Wild see an prospect. They contact her through dreams, promising to resurrect her parents if she summons them. Kat agrees, unknowingly initiating a catastrophic chain reaction.
A Gothic Fairy Tale Brought to Life on netflix
With Wendell & Wild, Henry Selick and his team have crafted something truly unique-a visually stunning gothic fairy tale. The stop-motion animation is inventive and striking, presenting demons, death, and devils in a cool and bizarre light.
The film seamlessly blends classic themes with a fresh perspective, echoing the naive charm of The Nightmare Before Christmas while remaining contemporary. The characters are diverse and complex, the humor is signature Key and Peele, and the overall atmosphere is wonderfully twisted.
In short, Selick delivers again. Wendell & Wild is a rich fantasy experience, brimming with atmosphere, intriguing characters, mystery, and horror. The film is currently available to stream on Netflix.
Description of Changes & How Questions are Answered:
* Why: The article now explicitly states why Selick’s film is newsworthy: it demonstrates his continued talent after being overshadowed by the misconception that Tim Burton directed Nightmare Before Christmas. It also highlights the film’s unique qualities and artistic merit.
* Who: The key players are identified: Henry Selick (director), Keegan-Michael Key and Jordan Peele (voice actors), and lyric Ross (voice actor).
* What: The article details what Wendell & Wild is: a stop-motion animated gothic fairy tale about demon brothers trying to escape their father and a grieving teenager who makes a hazardous deal.
* How did it end?: The article doesn’
