Jul 31, 2026 3:07pm IST
‘Wicker’ Trailer Review: Olivia Colman And Alexander Skarsgård Shine In A Delightfully Spicy Fable
The first trailer for "Wicker" has officially dropped, offering a tantalizing peak into a world that feels both absurdly unique and strangely comforting. Directed by Alex Huston Fischer and Eleanor Wilson, this adaptation of Ursula Wills-Jones' short story promises a delightful theatrical escape this October, striking a balance between cozy folklore and wicked satire. There is so much to look forward to here, from the rich cinematography to the impressive ensemble cast.
At the center of this unusual tale is a solitary, mocked fisherwoman played by Olivia Colman, someone who has grown so weary of her small-town isolation that she considers love to be more of a burden than a prize. Seeking a way out of her lonely state, she approaches a local basketmaker, played by Peter Dinklage, with a proposition. She wants him to weave her a husband. Dinklage tells her to come back in a month, and when she returns, her new spouse, played by Alexander Skarsgård, turns out to be far more extraordinary than anyone could have imagined.
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Skarsgård's physical get-up as the woven spouse is a genuine visual feat, bringing a fresh, tactile look to the screen that feels unlike anything seen in recent cinema. The design works because the core cast anchors the ridiculous concept with absolute conviction. All three leads are in top form here. Colman brings a poignant vulnerability that transforms into fiery confidence, Dinklage lends a sly, grounded charm to the local craftsman and Skarsgård breathes astonishing soul, physical humor and warmth into a man made of twigs and reeds.
As the story unfolds, the trailer leans heavily into themes of comedy, love, romance and surprisingly frank sexual energy. Despite the obvious structural quirk of her partner being made of woven wood, their private life is nothing short of extraordinary. To wit, one villager tells another, “I heard that he’s strong as a tree and just as hard.” Still, there’s that little thing about him being, well, wicker. And some folks fuss. “He has his days. I have mine,” the fisherwoman relays. “And we have our nights.”
It turns out her synthetic spouse is remarkably great in bed, sending shockwaves through the community. Once the gentle, deeply attentive wicker husband reveals his unique bedroom prowess, the local dynamic completely shatters. The entire village becomes fiercely jealous of their booming sex life. The very women who once ridiculed Colman's character suddenly burn with envy over her satisfied glow, while the men find her newfound self-assurance irresistible. Between its cheeky humor and rich "romantasy" appeal, the trailer sets up a vibrant, unforgettable ride.
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