“Bookworm” from Vertical is now available on demand. This action, comedy, and adventure film follows a girl named Mildred, played by Nell Fisher, who is trying to raise money to help her mom by capturing an elusive creature on film. But while her mom is in the hospital, her estranged, failed magician of a father, played by Elijah Wood, shows up to try and reconnect with Mildred, in what turns into a wild adventure.
A CHAT WITH NELL FISHER
With the release of “Bookworm” I spoke with Nell Fisher, about her lead role in the film. She tells us about Mildred and her sense of responsibility to help her mom. She also talks about working with Elijah Wood and their fun shooting outdoors in New Zealand. It was a great conversation that you can check out below!
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ABOUT “BOOKWORM”
Bookworm follows 11-year-old Mildred (Nell Fisher) whose life takes a wild turn when her estranged father, Strawn Wise (Elijah Wood), a washed-up Las Vegas illusionist, suddenly reappears. Years ago, after a magical encounter with the once-charming Strawn, Mildred’s mom moved back to New Zealand. Now, a comical mishap leaves Strawn caring for Mildred while her mom is hospitalized.
Their first adventure? Camping to hunt for the mythological Canterbury Panther. As this mismatched duo navigates the wilderness, magic tricks, and an extraordinary quest, hilarity ensues, and they might just find a way to piece their family back together.