The film is based on the short story The Wicker Husband by Ursula Wills-Jones.
After its premiere at Sundance film festival earlier this year, The Guardian awarded it, external two stars, praising the “eye-catching premise” but cautioning that there was “too much wood but not enough fire”.
But The Hollywood Reporter, external was more positive, calling it “a warming, sometimes poignant pleasure”.
Away from the social media buzz, the film’s stars say it also taps into deeper themes, from gender roles to breaking societal rules.
“It’s very funny and strange and wonderful, but I find it very moving. And it’s a good one to discover beyond the Ikea memes,” said Debicki.
“It touches on a lot of stuff. Hierarchy, social structure,” said Skarsgård. “But it’s done with such a light touch.”
“It’s about love, and it is funny, but it’s also a romance, and it very gently laughs at the sort of traditions we have in marriage and community,” said Colman.
“I think it’s something that you will come out and discuss a lot.”
Wicker is released in UK cinemas on October 30.
