Wolf Creek- Greg McLean
So, my new woman is “forcing” me to watch a whole bunch of horror movies I haven’t seen yet. Needless to say, I’m getting a kick out of it. We watched Wolf Creek the other day. Now, it’s not the best movie I’ve ever seen, but it is definitely worth watching.
Wolf Creek is about three friends in Australia who go on a road trip. they end up getting stranded at Wolf Creek. They are “saved” by an old Aussie named Mick Taylor. Afer Mick tows them back to his garage, madness ensues a la Texas Chainsaw Massacre style. The three friends find themselves being tortured and brutalized by the sadistic Aussie.
As far as horror films go, I’ve seen more inventive storys. But, with that said, the real draw to Wolf Creek is it’s realism. The concept of the film is based on trying to decide what it would really be like to be in the middle of nowhere, in the hands of a psychopath. The script is gritty, and the acting superb. Definitely watch this one if you don’t have anything better to do.
I give this one a “Check your backseat at night, and don’t let strangers tow you anywhere….mate.” -Tony