Wilding
Wilding

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Wilding

1990
Movie
92 min
English

Two detectives are out to nail a gang of teenagers who have run wild through the city and brutally raped a woman.

Insights

IMDb5.9/10
Rotten Tomatoes56%
Director: Michael ScottGenres: Drama, Horror

Plot Summary

A group of students on a camping trip fall prey to a terrifying curse when they disturb an ancient burial ground. They soon discover that an evil entity is possessing them one by one, turning their friends into monstrous killers. As the body count rises, the remaining survivors must find a way to break the curse before they all succumb to its deadly power.

Critical Reception

Wilding, also known as "Night of the Living Dead" (1990 remake), received mixed to positive reviews. While some critics lauded its modernized approach and gore effects, others felt it lacked the impact and originality of the 1968 original. Audiences were divided, with many appreciating the update while purists lamented the changes.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its updated special effects and gruesome gore.

  • Criticized for straying too far from the spirit of the original film.

  • Seen as a competent, albeit unnecessary, remake.

Google audience: Audience reviews are varied, with some appreciating the increased gore and modern filmmaking techniques, while others felt it failed to capture the social commentary and atmosphere of Romero's original.

Fun Fact

This film is a remake of George A. Romero's 1968 horror classic of the same name, but it was retitled "Night of the Living Dead" for its release to avoid confusion.

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