Beasts of the
Southern Wild got a great deal of attention last year, from its Sundance
Festival premiere in January through its national release to talk of possible
Oscar nominations including Best Picture. I think a lot of it has to do with
the type of production it is and less to do with the whimsical fantasy elements
and completely adorable young actress who stars. It was written, produced and
directed outside the studio system with a cast comprised entirely of
non-professional actors. Plus the film is made to feel unlike any other film
you’re likely to have seen.
