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I Kill Giants
2017 106 min Belgium, United Kingdom, United States of America, Ireland PG-13 12+
★6.5
Fantasy, Drama
Director: Anders Walter
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Description
Sophia, a new high school student, tries to make friends with Barbara, who tells her that “she kills giants,” protecting this way her hometown and its inhabitants, who do not understand her strange behavior.
Budget:
$15.1M
Starring
Madison Wolfe
Actor
Zoe Saldana
Actor
Imogen Poots
Actor
Awards
4 wins & 2 nominations total
Key opinion
I Kill Giants is a somber drama that uses fantasy metaphors to explore childhood trauma and the inevitability of loss. While performances are widely praised, the film divides audiences who feel misled by marketing that promised a grand spectacle rather than a character-driven psychological study.
| Acting | Madison Wolfe’s performance as the complex and isolated Barbara serves as the film's vital anchor. | |
| Theme | The film is a heartfelt, emotionally resonant exploration of grief and the difficult transition from childhood to maturity. | |
| Accessibility | The promotional marketing created a deep disconnect for viewers expecting a high-fantasy adventure, leading to disappointment when confronted with a grounded domestic drama. | |
| Screenplay | Opinions are divided on the screenplay's narrative payoff; some find the metaphorical reveal moving and clever, while others argue it is predictable and lacks sufficient emotional impact. | |
| Production | The visual effects are criticized for being sparse and technically unconvincing, failing to meet the expectations set by the genre's typical blockbuster standards. |