Critic Reviews
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Liam Lacey, Globe and Mail
Choppy coming-of-age story.
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Kevin Thomas, Los Angeles Times
An across-the-board delight featuring a spot-on ensemble cast that treats the most awkward and embarrassing moments in the rites of passage with affectionate hilarity.
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Roger Ebert, Chicago Sun-Times
The growing-up stuff is kind of wonderful.
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Lisa Schwarzbaum, Entertainment Weekly
Famuyiwa has kicked up fertile new storytelling territory for black filmmakers.
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James Berardinelli, ReelViews
The Wood is a solid debut for director Famuyiwa.
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Cast
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Omar Eppsas Mike -
Sean Nelsonas Young Mike -
Taye Diggsas Roland
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Trent Cameronas Young Roland -
Richard T. Jonesas Slim -
Duane Finleyas Young Slim



