Wicked Spring
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Movie Reviews of Wicked Spring
Movie Review: For Civil War Buffs Only
Summary: 5 Stars
The story line has been used in novels and films over and over again. The films saving grace is it's attention to Civil War soldier detail, and accuracy. If you could look in the past and see an actual Civil War battle, it may look alot like the scenes in this film. Some shots reminded me of war paintings from the period because everything was so damn correct. I have been a student of the Civil War since the 1960's and feel that this movie comes very close to the mark. I think the average movie watcher will find the film slow moving and "fluffy." Five stars for doing what no Hollywood picture has ever done: Portray a gritty realistic view of the American soldier from the 1860's. Also, It was great not having to see the overweight, middle aged re-enactors seen in Ted Turners celluloid pipe dreams. The average age of the real Civil war soldiers ranged from 18-26 years of age, according to Bruce Catton. These actors fit the bill.Movie Review: Realistic Representation of the Soldiering Life
Summary: 5 Stars
This movie is perhaps one of the most realistic depictions of the plain soldiering life of the foot soldier. There isn't any glamour and the men are just presented as plain men. The beginning was actually well done, and while there wasn't any talking at the very beginning; it was so well done that we didn't notice it. The music was pleasant all throughout. I thought the exchange between the yankee soldier and the Confederate soldier with the letters was especially touching. The ending is not the typical happy ending or romanticized ending that movies usually have, but rather it has a tragic and probably more realistic ending than most war movies. There is some swearing, but mostly the milder swear words and for the most part it is a pretty clean movie. I was pleasantly surprised as all the acting was well done. (Which isn't typical in indie films.) It is a movie that I would recommend to anyone.Movie Review: A reality check
Summary: 5 Stars
Very rarely can you find a film that honors silence and true pace. Movie-goers have been spoiled in recent years with films that spell it all out. "Wicked Spring" causes you to sit back and relish what time was really like during the Civil War era. Very unique to this film is the first ten minutes. These first ten minutes have caused a great deal of conversation. But what viewers do not realize is that without saying a word, Mr. Hershberger eases the viewer into the past...into an era that was slow and contemplative. The imagery is magnificent. The war is harsh and realistic.At the heart of Wicked Spring beats the issue of the human condition. Six men meet and transform because of war, because of circumstance, because of survival.
I believe this movie is a "must see". The soundtrack is beautiful as well. To the director...Congratulations on making a beautiful movie on your own terms.
Movie Review: A perfect and historically accurate little film
Summary: 5 Stars
This little independent film is just perfect. It is poetry for the eyes. The backdrop of this movie is the American Civil War's Battle of the Wilderness. Written, directed, and produced by Kevin Hershberger the film unfolds like a canvas before your eyes. Shot on location throughout Virginia it gives the viewer a perfect feel for the times in which the story takes place. Six soldiers, a terrible battle, friends, enemies, and waiting love are all in this story. The acting is great too. Brian Merrick as Confederate Harrison Bolding and DJ Perry as Yank John Sunderlin really play well off of one and other. A good part of the story takes place at night when color and affinities are blurred. There is a good lesson here about war and humanity. If you are a Civil War history lover, buff, or whatever buy this DVD.Movie Review: A FINE CIVIL WAR DRAMA!
Summary: 5 Stars
Director Kevin Hershberger has crafted an exciting and emotional Civil War drama set during the brutal 1864 battle of the Wilderness, where over 25,000 Confederate and Union troops were killed, wounded or captured. The battle scenes are brutal and real, and the acting is quite good. During the first ten minutes of the film, you see what each man is leaving behind as they go to war; one to fight to preserve the Union, the other to defend his home. Any Civil War historian, and fan of serious drama, will want to check out "Wicked Spring." Movie/DVD Grade: A-