About Tuck Everlasting

"Tuck Everlasting" is a fantasy romance film, released in 2002, based on the 1975 novel of the same name by Natalie Babbitt. The story revolves around a young woman named Winnie Foster who discovers a magical secret about the Tuck family. They have drank from a magical spring and gained immortality. She then falls in love with Jesse Tuck, but must decide whether or not to drink from the spring and become immortal, or live a natural human life.

Making/Production

The movie was produced by Walt Disney Pictures and directed by Jay Russell. The screenplay was written by Jeffrey Lieber and James V. Hart.

Actors

• Alexis Bledel played the role of Winnie Foster. She beautifully portrayed the character's curiosity and gained critical acclaim for her performance.
• Jonathan Jackson as Jesse Tuck, he brought life to the character's youthful charm and eternal optimism.
• William Hurt as Angus Tuck, and Sissi Spacek as Mae Tuck, both depicted the mature and wise aspect of the Tuck family.
• Ben Kingsley played the villain, the "Man in the Yellow Suit", bringing a depth of menace to the role.

Trivia/Interesting Facts

• The movie was extensively shot in Maryland and some parts of Pennsylvania.
• Jay Russell initially didn't want to cast Alexis Bledel, who was already famous because of the "Gilmore Girls" TV series, but was convinced after her audition.
• The part of Jesse Tuck was the first major film role for Jonathan Jackson.

Awards

Tuck Everlasting didn't win any major awards, but its cast and story line received positive reviews from critics and audiences alike.

Quotes

• "Don't be afraid of death, Winnie. Be afraid of the unlived life." - Angus Tuck
• "We can't have whatever we want. The natural order wouldn't permit it." - Jesse Tuck

Music and Soundtrack

• The film's music was composed by William Ross.
• The timeless and romantic tone of the film is perfectly matched by the score, which utilizes lush orchestrations and beautiful themes.