The Wake: A Beautiful Mess?

Hey there, movie mates! So, I just saw *The Wake*, and oh boy, was it a rollercoaster. Directed by that brilliant mind, Horace Prince—you know, the one who did *Midnight Paradox.* This flick stars the legendary Zoe Crawford and my personal fave, Tom Henderson. Talk about an A-list lineup, right?

Okay, let’s jump right into my jumbled thoughts. The film, set against this eerie coastal backdrop, had moments that shimmered like the Swedish archipelago on a summer day—pure magic. The way Zoe navigates grief and revelation is simply breathtaking. There was a scene where she’s just sitting silently at the edge of a pier and it hit me, like when you’re eight and your ice cream plops on the ground…raw and deeply relatable.

But honestly? At times, the plot was all over the shop. Like, where are we going with this? The narrative jumped around like a hyperactive squirrel, and I kept thinking, “att hålla sig i skinnet (keep it together).” But man, Tom Henderson’s charisma held my attention—his character’s hidden depths coming out slyly, like finding a 50-kronor note in an old jacket.

The sound design too, with its crashing waves and ghostly whispers, made my kabi (hair) stand on end. And maybe it was just me, but it felt like the film was caught between wanting to be an indie darling and a blockbuster.

I feel mixed, you know? Like how I felt after watching that strange play in Göteborg, not quite sure if I was enlightened or bewildered. *The Wake* is a bit like a complex smörgåsbord—some bits you’ll love, others might leave you puzzled.

On my way out of the cinema, an older gent said it was the best he’d seen since *Fanny & Alexander.* We had a good laugh about that. Maybe he’s right, maaaybe he’s not. But one thing’s for sure, I’m keen to hear what you lot think. Keep it real, my film-loving folks!

Check the trailer below