Backwoods
Backwoods

Backwoods

2009Movie85 minEnglish

A group of friends embark on a camping trip for a ten-year high school reunion. Their celebration soon turns into a battle for survival when they realize that the locals, who are not what they seem, are hunting them down.

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IMDb4.5/10
Director: Tomm MooreGenres: Horror, Mystery, Thriller

Plot Summary

A group of friends on a camping trip venture into a remote area known for its dark legends. As they become lost, they encounter strange occurrences and menacing figures, suggesting that the local folklore might be terrifyingly real. Their survival depends on unraveling the mystery before they become the next victims of the woods.

Critical Reception

Backwoods received a generally negative reception from critics, with many pointing to its derivative plot and uninspired execution. Audience reactions were similarly lukewarm, with some finding it a passable, albeit forgettable, entry into the slasher subgenre.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film suffers from a predictable plot that borrows heavily from other horror tropes.
  • Performances are generally weak, failing to elevate the material.
  • The tension and scares are often lacking, leading to a less-than-thrilling experience.

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Fun Fact

The film was shot in the actual woods of North Carolina, adding to the intended atmosphere of isolation and dread.

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GenerationofSwine

GenerationofSwin...

It's another redneck killer movie by way of Wrong Turn, only it doesn't offer anything new to the table. It's not disturbing, it's not really frightening, and, honestly, it even fails to build moments of tension. In the end, it's just a ...