Dying Breed
Dying Breed

Dying Breed

2008Movie92 minEnglish

An extinct species, the Tasmanian tiger. A long-forgotten legend, “The Pieman” aka Alexander Pearce, who was hanged for cannibalism in 1824. Both had a desperate need to survive; both could have living descendants within the Tasmanian bush. Four hikers venture deep into isolated territory to find one of these legends, but which one will they come upon first?

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IMDb5.0/10
Director: Jocelyn MoorhouseGenres: Horror, Mystery, Thriller

Plot Summary

A zoologist, Nina, travels to Tasmania to study the extinct thylacine, believed by some to still exist in the remote wilderness. She joins a team of hunters who claim to have found evidence of the creature. As they venture deeper into the rugged terrain, Nina begins to suspect that the hunters' motives are not entirely aligned with scientific discovery, and that a darker secret lurks in the isolated wilderness.

Critical Reception

Dying Breed received mixed reviews from critics. While some praised its atmospheric tension and the performances, particularly from Rachel Griffiths, many found the plot predictable and the horror elements derivative. The film struggled to distinguish itself within the crowded thriller and horror genres, leading to a generally lukewarm reception.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its atmospheric setting in Tasmania.
  • Some critics noted strong performances from the lead cast.
  • Criticized for its predictable plot and lack of originality in the horror genre.

Google audience: Audience reception for Dying Breed is not widely documented through aggregated Google user reviews, making it difficult to ascertain specific likes or dislikes.

Fun Fact

The film was shot on location in Tasmania, Australia, utilizing its rugged and remote landscapes to enhance the thriller atmosphere.

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molleigh

molleigh

it's not that bad but also not that good either, kinda boring and drags BUT leigh whannell is very cute so it makes up for it