The 1973 ‘The Wicker Man’ Is a Classic, but Neil LaBute’s Loathed 2006 Remake Is Even Better
IndieWire • 10/30/2026
Summary
The article discusses the 1973 film "The Wicker Man" as a classic, while asserting that Neil LaBute's 2006 remake is superior. It notes that this perspective is not widely recognized, as indicated by the reviews. The commentary appears in a Halloween-week edition of the "Correct Opinion" column.
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