Wolf Creek
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The thrill is in the hunt.
Based on true events.
It was supposed to be the vacation of a lifetime in the Australian Outback -- full of fun, sun and adventure. College-aged pals Liz (Cassandra Magrath), Kristy (Kestie Morassi) and Ben (Nathan Phillips) head out for a holiday hike in stunning Wolf Creek National Park to see its mysterious meteor crater. When they return, their car won't start. Trapped in the vast emptiness of the wilderness - all they can do is wait for rescue.
Luckily, as night falls, along comes colorful local bushman Mick (John Jarratt) and his massive truck, offering a tow to safety. But as the sun comes up the next morning, it becomes shockingly apparent that Mick has no intention of fixing their car or letting them leave the Outback... ever again.
Member Reviews
Not scary - brentb
The makers of this movie failed to capture the essence of scariness or originality. At many times in the movie I found myself saying "when is this going to get exciting or scary"? It was boring as hell and the pacing was laughable. For the first 45 minutes or so the movie went no where and nothing important or gripping was discussed or revealed. Also, many parts in the movie were cliche. Skip seeing this movie. It was incredibly boring.Good ol horror - BluesHound
Being a fan of horror movies myself it was quite refreshing to watch Wolf Creek. A good storyline and enough gore and fright to keep you on the edge of youre seat. The killer was as good a villain and played a great role. Even if you arent a horror fan give it a try and see what is in Wolf Creek .Scary Texas Chainsaw Ripoff - Sparky4
Don't let the fact that this is Texas Chainsaw Massacre rip-off #151 (but who's counting?) dissuade you from seeing this terrifying Australian indie.
But you're likely asking, what makes this film so darned special? Especially since it's just rehashing the old familiar slasher film formula: the most mechanic and rigid formulas of any film genre except for pornography. Here's why:
1) Director Greg McLean understands that it's best to draw out the suspense before he gets to the scary stuff.
2) The characters seem to exist as real human beings, rather than one-dimensional stock stereotypes (i.e. the scream-queen, her brainless himbo boyfriend etc.) even as they are going through the motions. The acting is suburb, and the dialogue reveals subtle revelations of character rather than just exposition.
3) The digital video camerawork adds to the story's realism. Hint to Michael Bay (producer of that god-awful Texas Chainsaw remake): It actually reduces the scares when you overdose on the crazy camerawork and special effects. In Wolf Creek a definite sense of time and space is established, thanks to some of the long takes depicting the most gorgeous cinematography I've seen of the outback.
All in all the best film I've seen so far by one of the so-called "Spat-Pack" crop of slasher filmmakers.
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Not scary - brentb
The makers of this movie failed to capture the essence of scariness or originality. At many times in the movie I found myself saying "when is this going to get exciting or scary"? It was boring as hell and the pacing was laughable. For the first 45 minutes ...Good ol horror - BluesHound
Being a fan of horror movies myself it was quite refreshing to watch Wolf Creek. A good storyline and enough gore and fright to keep you on the edge of youre seat. The killer was as good a villain and played a great role. Even if you arent a horror fan give ...Scary Texas Chainsaw Ripoff - Sparky4
Don't let the fact that this is Texas Chainsaw Massacre rip-off #151 (but who's counting?) dissuade you from seeing this terrifying Australian indie.
But you're likely asking, what makes this film so darned special? Especially since it's just rehashing ...