![]() Her onscreen chemistry with Tanner Buchanan is there, though the characters feel mildly forced into being a pair. Understated, Mikelle carries a lot of the film’s humour and relatability, with much of the other cast being relatable, if exaggerated until the latter halves revelations. Whether this is from our tainted self-worth thanks to social media, bullish trolling attitudes behind a keyboard or an addiction – Max Winslow and the House of Secrets readily tackles contemporary issues.įor Sydne Mikelle, taking on the lead is daunting enough, but the drive Mikelle brings to the closing moments of Max’s character as she confronts her father, berating her sense of karmic retribution has an edge. Wild breaks down these blemishes, heightening them as to impact Haven’s twisted protocol to ‘heal’. Almost to the film’s initial downfall, characters are, if anything, aggravating, but there’s intention behind Sean Olson’s direction. Subverting those past concerns of kids films obsessions with chocolates, cartoons and material greed, Wild’s script gradually builds on the glaring character flaws which make their presence known early. And even though the film does confine itself to a few key tropes, Wild’s script has the nerve to push just enough to open up the dimensions of a few characters beyond expectations. As puzzle evolve and stakes raise, the film offers viewers an opportunity to flex their brains as well as their concerns for the characters.Īnd in a world where young adults and kids weigh their self-worth more so than ever before, Haven’s torture is not only poignantly destructive but transcends the film from being a light-weight family film into a profoundly multi-faceted adventure. ![]() As the five (un)lucky kids work there way around Virtue’s mansion, they come to realise that the welcoming computer programme Haven is a touch less homely as they first thought. Now, this does ring true of noted classic Willy Wonka, but Max Winslow & The House of Secrets holds more in common with the eighties & nighties sci-fi classics which blended a darker drama with family-friendly creativity and light-hearted adventure. When Atticus Virtue, the world-changing genius offers the opportunity for one of five lucky kids to win his mansion, the inner workings and much much more, Max sees the opportunity to escape and support her family. A hacking and coding marvel, Maxine has tremendous potential but finds difficulty in forging relationships after her father leaves a lasting effect when he abandons the family. Though, one particular house may offer the opportunity to drastically alter everything in her life. To familiarise each nook and cranny, and know the inside of the door frames from the brickwork outside.įor Max Winslow however, life is a little duller, and she finds authentic beauty in lines of code rather than lines of literature. Throughout 2020, being indoors has offered us the opportunity to explore the places we call home.
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