![]() As simplistic as this narrative may be there is complexity to it in the form of political commentary on small town America and how the people that live there are struggling. As these events unfold however they are still impactful and meaningful because Wendy does not see them coming. There is little surprise and in fact the narrative is quite predictable with most events foreshadowed. There however are events that will unfold that prevent this from happening. Wendy is stuck in a small town in Oregon on her way to Alaska and wants to get on her way as fast as possible before her money runs out. As the film unfolds the narrative is quite simplistic. Of course a great performance would be wasted without a narrative for Wendy. Most actresses her age with her resume would scoff at the idea of playing such a simple and expressionless character who hasn't showered for days and wears cut off brown pants and an unflattering blue sweatshirt but she breathes life into Wendy and adds an extra dimension to her. Wendy is a simple girl with a simple purpose but Michelle Williams gives her the grace and kindness that makes her seem real and is all the more gut wrenching when things start crashing down around her. We have seen this character before and we know her. ![]() Before she even utters a word with her body movement and her facial features we get a sense of who Wendy is. When discussing this film however one must praise Michelle Williams. Wendy and Lucy is a perfect example of this. Sometimes the simplest stories are the most effecting and the simplest characters are the most endearing. ![]()
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