Wolves
Wolves

Wolves

2009Movie106 minRussian

Just after the end of the WW II, Kirill Poletayev manages to escape from a train full of prisoners, which gets stuck in a snowdrift. After a strenuous escape through the winter forest, completely frozen and weakened, finally reaches his native village. This situation forces people to take a stand.

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IMDb4.7/10
Director: David WeaverGenres: Horror, Thriller

Plot Summary

A young man discovers he is a werewolf after a brutal attack. He flees his small town, haunted by his violent transformation and pursued by both his worried family and a shadowy organization seeking to exploit his condition.

Critical Reception

Wolves received a mixed to negative reception from critics, with many finding its werewolf mythology and pacing to be underdeveloped. Audience reception was similarly lukewarm, with some appreciating the Canadian production's attempt at a fresh take on the genre, while others criticized its predictable plot and lack of depth.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film struggles with a convoluted plot and uninspired character development.
  • While it touches on themes of identity and belonging, these are not fully explored.
  • The practical effects are a highlight for some, but not enough to salvage the overall film.

Google audience: Audience reviews for Wolves are sparse and generally lean towards disappointment, with common criticisms including a slow-moving narrative and a lack of significant scares or memorable moments.

Fun Fact

The film was shot on location in Quebec, Canada, and aimed to explore the psychological toll of lycanthropy rather than relying solely on gore.

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