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Wonder stays close to the core of its source material by Palacio, producing a whole movie that supports people with physical disabilities.
Wonder stays close to the touching tale of Palacio's source material, producing an entire movie that celebrates people with physical disabilities. The drama about coming of age families explores the mistreatment of people who are deemed different with moving scenes when August, sometimes known as Auggie, is tormented by his peers due of Treacher Collins syndrome. Particularly unpleasant to Auggie, Julian, a character with his own spin-off, is the main cause of Auggie's problems.
Months before its expected follow-up comes out, the charming Wonder discovers fresh popularity on Netflix since it ranks among the top 10 movies on the US streamer list. Starring Julia Roberts, Owen Wilson, and Jacob Tremblay, the 2017 coming-of- age picture was an adaptation of the same-named 2012 novel by R.J. Palacio. Wonder made $315 million worldwide on a little $20 million budget, getting an 86% critical score and an 88% audience score on Rotten Tomatoes and had strong reviews and box office success. The popularity of the film now extends among one of the largest streamers.
Wonder ranks among the top 10 Netflix films available in the US. Released on Netflix on June 8, the feel-good drama is presently positioned at no. 7 in its first week on the list. The Glen Powell-led Hit Man sits at number one; The Super Mario Bros. Movie keeps its Top 10 run for the twenty-sixth week running.
Though Roberts is among the gifted cast of Wonder, much of its success could be attributed to its delicate subject matter; still, director Stephen Chbosky is most important. Mostly known for both authoring the original bestselling novel and writing and directing The Perks of Being a Wallflower is Chbosky. Having experienced crafting authentic adaptations, Chbosky was able to focus that same intensity into Wonder, faithfully copying Palacio's work for a new media.
Finally, Wonder's critical and financial success—which carries on with its ranking on Netflix—result from Palacio's arresting source material and Chbosky's elegant presentation of it. The popularity of the movie also resulted in the adaptation of Palacio's graphic novel White Bird, which both acts as a prequel and sequel and ought to be published in October this year. Although Chbosky won't be returning to direct, it is hoped that the follow-up to Wonder will be equally touching as the first.
The movie is based on R.J. Palacio's best-selling same-name book. Palacio's experience with a little child with a facial difference first motivated the book. The girl's tenacity and resiliency moved her, and she wanted to write about people who are thought unusual. In an interview, Palacio said she wanted to create a book explaining to children that everyone deserves to be treated with respect and care and that it's normal to be unique.
Audiences connected to Palacio's narrative, which became to be a favorite reading for young people. The book received multiple honors and was commended for its encouraging message. Netflix carries it for viewing.
Stephen Chbosky's 2017 Drama Wonder stars Owen Wilson, Jacob Tremblay, and Julia Roberts and The premise centers on the touching tale of a young child attending fifth grade in a public school who suffers from a facial defect.
The film was hailed for its touching narrative and encouraging message on inclusiveness and acceptance. Positive reviews and audience acceptance of the story's themes of embracing diversity, conquering hardship, and the value of friendship helped For families, the film has evolved into a modern classic whose subjects are still pertinent today.