Hunter Hunter

I don't normally bother to comment on a film that already has loads of reviews but am prompted to do so for this one. A really gripping watch.

A family struggle to survive as trappers in remote woodland, but after discovering traces of a predator they become the prey ...

Movies about isolation can be a real drag, but this is well paced and produced. The cinematography and editing relieve the monotony of endless pine trees, and the music and eerie forest sounds keep up the tension.

Performances are good, with a tense family dynamic revolving around a taciturn Rugged Individual of a father, but that's not what the story explores. Instead it ends up a brutal reflection on solitude, when people are left to their own devices without the support of others, from scraping by in an increasingly pointless tradition to indulging humanity's sickest urges.

The climax involves merciless punishment - to the point of pornographic voyeurism. At best, this is a bleak picture of how bad it gets when depravity is offered no resistance; at worst, no better than a snuff movie.

Overall: Well made survivalist tale, but whichever way you take it the implications are unpleasant.

Hadn't heard of this movie until tonight but so glad I watched it. I'd like to argue some of the negatives posted by others but I won't spoil the plot. All I will say is the title is your answer - the two male protaganists had history which explains all the "why didn't he..." criticisms. I hope that is cryptic enough to not mean I need enable a spoiler alert. This starts slow but stick with it, it is atmospheric, the music - especially the drumming - is wonderful. The acting is perfect, the scenery gorgeous and even the sounds accompanying the end credits keep the whole feel going. I love films that are "out there" and just keep surprising you. This movie is brilliant, one of the best I have seen this year.

The story line sounded great and I thought I would give it a chance. It had me guessing the entire time of WTH is going on. I have seen a LOT of movies and the ending... just WOW , I never expected that and it was great!!!!!!!!!

It's not a high action or a texas chainsaw it's more of that deliverance feel to it, it keeps you interested and entertained enough and WOW what a great ending!! Lead actress steals the movie but everyone was excellent and it's a great film. Will definitely watch again!!