The Burrowers
The Burrowers

The Burrowers

2008Movie96 minEnglish

It is 1879 in the Dakota Territories, a band of men who set out to find and recover a family of settlers that has mysteriously vanished from their home. Expecting the offenders to be a band of fierce natives, but they soon discover that the real enemy stalks them from below.

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IMDb6.0/10
Rotten Tomatoes64%
Google Users66%
Director: Jaron L. LampkinGenres: Horror, Western, Sci-Fi

Plot Summary

In the late 19th century, a group of settlers in a remote Dakota Territory town begins to disappear mysteriously. Fearful of Native American attacks, the town hires a seasoned tracker, Tom, to investigate. As Tom delves deeper, he uncovers a terrifying truth about subterranean creatures that are responsible for the disappearances, turning the settlers' fear of the unknown into a desperate fight for survival.

Critical Reception

The Burrowers received mixed to positive reviews, praised for its atmospheric tension, unique blend of genres, and effective creature design. Some critics found the pacing slow in parts, but overall, it was considered a well-crafted and unsettling horror film with a strong sense of place.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its inventive creature feature concept and solid acting, particularly from Clancy Brown.
  • Appreciated for its effective blend of Western, horror, and sci-fi elements, creating a unique atmosphere.
  • Some viewers found the plot occasionally predictable or the creature reveal less impactful than the build-up.

Google audience: Audiences generally found "The Burrowers" to be an atmospheric and suspenseful horror film with an interesting premise. Many enjoyed the Western setting combined with creature horror, and performances were often highlighted as a strong point. A common sentiment is that it's an underrated gem in the genre.

Fun Fact

The film was shot in Alberta, Canada, utilizing its distinctive prairie landscapes to evoke the isolated setting of the Dakota Territory.

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John Chard

John Chard

The Burrower Tribe in BurrowerVision. The Burrowers is written and directed by J.T. Petty. It stars William Mapother, Sean Patrick Thomas, Clancy Brown, Laura Leighton, Doug Hutchison, Karl Geary and Robert Richard. Music is by Joseph Lo...