Wild Grizzly
Wild Grizzly

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Wild Grizzly

2000
Movie
101 min
English

A grizzly bear escapes from a wildlife park and leaves a trail of destruction through the mountain village of Pine Lake. After sixteen-year-old Josh is accused of having released the bear, he goes after it.

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IMDb4.0/10
Director: James BestGenres: Action, Thriller, Nature

Plot Summary

A group of poachers is terrorizing a remote wilderness area, killing grizzly bears for their valuable parts. Park ranger Jack Tilson and his team are determined to stop them. However, the poachers are ruthless, and the bears themselves pose a significant threat as they defend their territory. The film culminates in a dangerous confrontation between the rangers, the poachers, and the enraged wildlife.

Critical Reception

Wild Grizzly was primarily released as a direct-to-video film and received generally poor reviews. Critics often cited its predictable plot, uninspired acting, and low production values. It is not widely considered a significant film in the action or nature thriller genres.

What Reviewers Say

  • Criticized for its unoriginal plot and predictable scares.

  • Noted for its weak character development and unconvincing special effects.

  • Generally dismissed as a low-budget B-movie with little lasting impact.

Google audience: Audience reception for 'Wild Grizzly' is largely absent due to its direct-to-video release and niche appeal. Those who have seen it often describe it as a forgettable thriller with dated effects.

Fun Fact

The film was directed by veteran actor James Best, known for his role as 'Rosco P. Coltrane' in The Dukes of Hazzard.

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