Into The Woods: Movie Analysis

Going to the movies is an experience that everyone can enjoy, and while most people have an idea of what genre of movie they are partial to, there are some movies that will appeal to almost any crowd. I recently took my two nieces, ages ten and thirteen, to see the 2014 musical Into the Woods, and in the audience there was a large group of teenagers, a couple families that had brought their preteen and teenage children, and even some adults that had gone to see it for their own enjoyment. There are numerous aspects of a movie that can catch a person’s attention, and the film producers of Into the Woods knew exactly how to draw in the desired crowd. In order to do this, the filmmakers used both ethos and pathos to appeal to their intended preteen, teenage, and adult audiences. The first of these tools, called “ethos,” is the method of using authority and credibility in order to persuade an audience. The makers of Into the Woods used

Anna Kendrick, who portrays the classic Cinderella, is an actress that is well-known for her stunning performance in the 2012 movie Pitch Perfect, a fun, sassy musical enjoyed by teenagers and adults alike. Her Prince Charming, Chris Pine, is also a popular actor among young adult crowds, both for his impeccable acting and his good looks. On the opposite end of the spectrum, there is the Academy Award winning Meryl Streep, who plays the witch and is known most notably for her performances in dramas, and who appeals to an older crowd. Johnny Depp, beloved for the fun, quirky roles he plays, continues to do so in this film, where he plays the “big, bad wolf” from Little Red Riding Hood. The story centers around a baker, played by James Corden, and his wife, Emily Blunt, both of whom are excellent as