Hunt for the Wilderpeople
Hunt for the Wilderpeople
Reclusive country folk Bella and Hector become foster parents to Ricky, a problem child from the city. After some adjustment, things go reasonably well. However, Bella's death means that Hector must now look after Ricky himself, and they haven't been getting along. Her death causes Child Services to decide to send Ricky back to the orphanage. Ricky refuses to go back and runs away, ultimately sparking a national manhunt for him and Hector.
Kevin Ward reviewedJuly 4, 2025
Hunt for the Wilderpeople is a heartwarming and hilarious adventure that showcases Taika Waititi's signature comedic sensibilities. The film follows the unlikely duo of a rebellious teenage boy and his grumpy foster uncle, played to perfection by Sam Neill.
Waititi, an expert at balancing humor and heart in his films, creates a poignant and meaningful story about family, belonging, and resilience. Neill’s performance is a standout, bringing depth and humanity to his gruff but lovable character.
It’s been on my watchlist for awhile, but finally crossed it off. The entire family really enjoyed it. Worth checking out.