Wildflower

What I loved about this film is the honesty and fearless attitude it portrayed. As a parent of a disabled person, it can feel like "can't, can't, can't" all the time, but that is a lie, and this film shows two very capable people who were lucky to have support that inspired them to "can." This film encourages while also educating others who might not know about the world of disability. The film isn't all about being disabled, but rather about every person's life challenges, and how each character relates to each other, ultimately using their shortcomings to create whole relationships and build each other up even more.

Honestly I was surprised to see the rating on here, my friends and I thought this was a really sweet and enjoyable film. The cast works well together and there is consistent humour throughout. This is a heartwarming story about family, and if you're in the mood for a feel-good film I would recommend the watch! It does contain some mature themes and language which means it's probably not best for young children, but I think the film handles these topics in a way that isn't gratuitous or inherently explicit. The film is not shying away from very real and human topics and I appreciate that they do not overly censor these issues, but at the same time it does not glorify them either. Wonderfully handled, tbh!

This was really good - just across the board good. And it's true - it's about a real family. It's very well done - we enjoyed it start to finish - but it does get better towards the end. Anyhow - excellent movie - amen. I hope more people review and bump up the ratings - because this is way better than it currently shows!!! It's sweet, it's fun, and again it's true - really enjoyed it. And that's about that. And now I'm rambling to hit my minimum character requirements - I really don't need to type 600 characters - to say whether or not I enjoyed a movie. But again - we really enjoyed this - lots of fun!

Didn't know what to expect of this movie. The title sounds good and watched in on a plane. I was so pleasantly surprised with how good it is. It's not the usual challenges a teenager will face and the cast makes everything so believable. Great acting, good script and wonderful balance of family drama, emotions, comedy and a touch of romance. There are a few times I nearly tested up. The movie is well- paced and the comedy is good too as it keeps it light hearted amidst the sadness and fry you feel for the female lead in her challenges. Highly recommend to watch and it's watchable together with your family too.

Wildflower is a bittersweet film of a young woman whose life is under siege. Bea, her preferred version of Bambi, the appellation given to her by her learning challenged mother, has far too much responsibility in her high-school life. She is a senior, filled with all the angst of high-school social senior complexities, looming college applications, a new, cancer-surviving boyfriend, and, most dominating, two parents with varying levels of learning disabilities that she must care for. She is, however, witty and intelligent beyond her years. Her story is being narrated us in part as she lies in a coma with her completely dysfunctional relatives arguing on all sides of her hospital bed. The other parts are filled in through interviews. And therein is the intrigue that is supposed to draw us as the audience in and keep us questioning what happened to her. This riddle, however, doesn't have the pull to move the needle from to good to great. It feels like an engine running on less cylinders than necessary, a fouled plug script. Kiernan Shipka, a seasoned young actress from Mad Men, and Chilling Adventures of Sabrina, overcomes the disjointed nature of the script. The supporting caste create marvelous characters. The sound track is superb. It is merely the script's attempt to drive the story in partial flash-backs from Bea, and from relatives being interviewed by a child services worker, that draws the film down a broken path. Had this aspect of the script been fine-tuned, the film would have had a much more powerful impact and message. It is still well worth watching.

This was another film I watched without knowing anything about it. The only star I knew from it was Jackie Weaver. It's a film about 2 people with learning disabilities who marry and have a baby, and the lives they all lead. Based on a true story. It speaks volumes about the way our society sees each other. About what normal is and should be, and that just because you're seen to have a disability, doesn't mean you can't live a better life with someone considered not to have one. There's a huge statement n here about people who wish to be what they consider to be normal and acceptable in society, and yet they seem to have the lives most flawed and unsatisfying. It's beautifully written and flawlessly directed and I absolutely loved it. Shipka who plays Bea absolutely rocks the role. I'll be looking for more from her. Dash Mihok and Samantha Hyde were way down the cast list and yet their performances were so strong throughout. Hyde was flawless. Don't miss this.

I cried 4 times, and I'm not ashamed to admit that I'll do it again in a heartbeat. I will absolutely be watching this movie again, but I probably won't need to anytime soon, because it's one of those that will stick with you for a while. This movie pulls on your heart strings, while giving you that warm fuzzy feeling with its heartfelt moments. The acting is great and the soundtrack is perfect. I found myself wanting to Shazam every other song. Don't be afraid to happy/sad/whatever you feel like cry because it will be worth it. To find out that this was based off a true story made it hit even harder! Do yourself a favor and watch it now :)

This was another film I watched without knowing anything about it. The only star I knew from it was Jackie Weaver. It's a film about 2 people with learning disabilities who marry and have a baby, and the lives they all lead. Based on a true story. It speaks volumes about the way our society sees each other. About what normal is and should be, and that just because you're seen to have a disability, doesn't mean you can't live a better life with someone considered not to have one. There's a huge statement n here about people who wish to be what they consider to be normal and acceptable in society, and yet they seem to have the lives most flawed and unsatisfying. It's beautifully written and flawlessly directed and I absolutely loved it. Shipka who plays Bea absolutely rocks the role. I'll be looking for more from her. Dash Mihok and Samantha Hyde were way down the cast list and yet their performances were so strong throughout. Hyde was flawless. Don't miss this.