Movie Review: Wish Upon (2017)
Synopsis: Roughly 12 years after witnessing her mother's suicide, 17-year-old Clare Shannon is a depressed, bullied high school student who is embarrassed by her dumpster-diving dad. When her dad brings her home a mysterious music box with ancient Chinese symbols on it, Clare discovers it can grant her seven wishes. However, she soon learns each wish is paid for with the life of someone close to her. Who's in it? The movie stars Joey King , Ryan Phillippe , Ki Hong Lee , Mitchell Slaggert and Shannon Purser. Review: I came across this movie a few weeks ago and added it to my library for a rainy day. It seemed like an OK choice for our family movie night last night, even though I was concerned it would be predictable and dull. Overall, I have to say the movie exceeded expectations. I think the thing I found I liked most about this film was Clare (King). At first, she seemed like a kind person who would want to do the right thing, such as not making a wish if she knew it woul...