Wer

An American couple on vacation in the French Alps is attacked and killed in their cabin, with their young daughter Claire abducted. A local doctor, Klaus, investigates the mysterious deaths and discovers that the family was targeted by a werewolf. He and a film crew who were documenting werewolf legends attempt to track down the creature and rescue the girl before she can be turned.

Wer received mixed to negative reviews from critics, with some praising its attempt at a fresh take on werewolf lore and its found-footage elements, while others criticized its predictable plot, uneven pacing, and underdeveloped characters. Audience reception was similarly divided, with some appreciating the suspense and creature design, while others found it uninspired.

• Praised for its unique approach to werewolf mythology and the found-footage style.

• Criticized for a slow pace and a plot that doesn't fully deliver on its premise.

• Some found the creature effects and tension effective, while others deemed it derivative.

Google audience: Google users had a lukewarm reception to 'Wer', with many appreciating the suspenseful atmosphere and the fresh take on werewolf folklore. However, a significant portion of viewers found the film to be predictable and lacking in genuine scares, with some citing a slow build-up that didn't fully pay off.

The film was shot in Romania, utilizing its forests and older architecture to create the isolated and atmospheric European setting.