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The story of two sisters who have been raised in isolation, subjected to the torment of their abusive, drug dealing father. When they finally decide to report him to the police, he kills the two officers and is put in jail. But things go from bad to worse when the girls must answer to their Uncle Costello, a psychotic drug kingpin, who shows up looking for his missing merchandise which is hidden in the woods.
Two young sisters living in isolation in the Chilean countryside with their mother are subjected to the dark influence of their grandfather, a violent and manipulative man. When a group of young travelers stumbles upon their secluded home, the sisters' repressed desires and the grandfather's cruelty erupt, leading to a brutal and tragic confrontation.
Hidden in the Woods garnered a mixed reception. Critics were divided on its graphic violence and exploitation elements, with some finding it gratuitously shocking while others appreciated its raw, unsettling atmosphere and exploration of disturbing themes. Audiences found it polarizing, with some appreciating its intensity and others disturbed by its content.
Praised for its visceral intensity and unnerving atmosphere.
Criticized for its extreme violence and exploitative nature.
The film's bleak portrayal of isolation and abuse left many viewers disturbed.
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The film is a remake of a 1997 Chilean film of the same name, also directed by Patricio Guzmán, which explored similar themes of isolation and abuse.
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Well first off you must enjoy foreign films before watching this since there are subtitles to follow and I understand some people can't watch movies with subtitles because they are too lazy to ready or whatnot. Anyways, this movie is pretty...