I was glued to this movie from start to finish. The main characters were believable and the acting was very good. The male character, Alex (Jeff Roop), had an uneasiness about him that kept me watching with nervous anticipation. The female character, Jenn (Missy Peregrym) was superbly realistic. I connected with her vulnerability and ultimate strength and perseverance.
*****WARNING: MAJOR SPOILERS AHEAD*****
I am a fan of the horror genre and feel that I have pretty much seen it all and that nothing fazes me anymore. Well....I have to say that the bear attack scene in this movie still haunts me today, weeks after having watched it. From the chillingly realistic cries of agony as Alex is being mauled - made more horrific since most of the gruesome details are left to the imagination - to Jenn's excruciating shock and helplessness....it's incredibly satisfying to watch because the realistic emotions touch close to home.
I have to mention Eric Balfour's character, Brad. I have read a lot of comments with regards to his scene being pointless or irrelevant to the movie. I actually think that including this scene in the movie was a brilliant red herring. After Brad left, I was left with an ominous feeling. Where was he lurking and when was he going to pop out again? I was totally caught off guard when it turns out that the real threat to the couple turned out not to be Brad. What an effective way to amplify the couple's real plight. This scene provides some foreshadowing, as well. Brad's appearance is menacing. Similar to the bear, he preys on Alex's weaknesses/insecurities. He builds up Jenn, who ultimately prevails.
Great movie. I would watch it again!
*****WARNING: MAJOR SPOILERS AHEAD*****
I am a fan of the horror genre and feel that I have pretty much seen it all and that nothing fazes me anymore. Well....I have to say that the bear attack scene in this movie still haunts me today, weeks after having watched it. From the chillingly realistic cries of agony as Alex is being mauled - made more horrific since most of the gruesome details are left to the imagination - to Jenn's excruciating shock and helplessness....it's incredibly satisfying to watch because the realistic emotions touch close to home.
I have to mention Eric Balfour's character, Brad. I have read a lot of comments with regards to his scene being pointless or irrelevant to the movie. I actually think that including this scene in the movie was a brilliant red herring. After Brad left, I was left with an ominous feeling. Where was he lurking and when was he going to pop out again? I was totally caught off guard when it turns out that the real threat to the couple turned out not to be Brad. What an effective way to amplify the couple's real plight. This scene provides some foreshadowing, as well. Brad's appearance is menacing. Similar to the bear, he preys on Alex's weaknesses/insecurities. He builds up Jenn, who ultimately prevails.
Great movie. I would watch it again!