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1973 · 93 min · R

The Wicker Man

Directed by Robin Hardy · Horror

The Wicker Man (1973) is a Horror film, directed by Robin Hardy set in Scotland during the 1970s, in spring. It runs 93 minutes and is rated R.

A neo noir, with a bleak and tense tone. Themes of faith / religion, power & corruption, and identity run throughout.

Composer
Paul Giovanni
Cinematography
Harry Waxman
Cast
Edward WoodwardChristopher LeeBritt EklandDiane CilentoIngrid PittRoy BoydLesley MackieWalter Carr

The world of this film

Setting

Where
Scotland
When
Season

Premise & themes

Premise
Themes
Faith / ReligionPower & CorruptionIdentity
Tone
BleakTense

Shape

Protagonist
Solo Lead
Pacing
Measured
Dialogue
Balanced
Based on
Pure Fiction