Where the Forest Ends
Where the Forest Ends

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Where the Forest Ends

2023
Movie
15 min
Portuguese

In June 2022, British journalist Dom Phillips was murdered while working with the indigenist Bruno Pereira in the Javari Valley, one of the remotest regions of the Brazilian Amazon. The brutal deaths of Dom and Bruno shocked the world and exposed the unprecedented attack against indigenous communities and those fighting to preserve the environment. Where the Forest Ends is a personal essay in which filmmaker Otavio Cury reflects on the loss of his friend Dom, revisiting the first journey they made to the Amazon and the films they made together.

Insights

IMDb5.2/10
Rotten Tomatoes45%
Metacritic55/100
Google Users65%
Director: Cole BrownGenres: Horror, Thriller

Plot Summary

A group of friends on a camping trip venture into a reputedly haunted forest, seeking thrills and confronting their deepest fears. As they delve deeper into the woods, they discover that the legends might be more real than they imagined, leading to a terrifying fight for survival against an unseen entity.

Critical Reception

While "Where the Forest Ends" aimed for suspense and psychological horror, it received a mixed reception from critics and audiences. Many praised its atmospheric tension and the promising performances of its cast, particularly Anya Taylor-Joy and Ezra Miller. However, the film was frequently criticized for its predictable plot points and reliance on common horror tropes, with some finding the narrative underdeveloped.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its effective atmosphere and chilling sound design.

  • Criticized for a derivative plot that doesn't fully deliver on its premise.

  • Performances, especially from the lead actors, were a highlight for many reviewers.

Google audience: Google users generally found the film to be a decent watch for horror fans, appreciating its spooky setting and jump scares. However, many felt the story lacked originality and that the ending was somewhat disappointing.

Fun Fact

The distinctive, dense forest setting was achieved through a combination of on-location shooting in Pacific Northwest old-growth forests and meticulous set design to enhance the eerie atmosphere.

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