Savaged
When Marian Longosi goes into hiding to escape her abusive ex-boyfriend she takes a job house-sitting. This results in her acquiring a canine with some odd habits as roommate. The small town seems safe enough but first, but Maria soon learns there's a black bear on the loose and then the police find the body of slaughtered man. To top it all off Jeff, her ex, is doing everything he can to keep in touch. Has Maria really found the safety she's been seeking in this small town or will her new fierce protector prove to be more dangerous than anyone would dare to guess?
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Plot Summary
A young Native American woman named Coleen is brutally attacked and left for dead by a gang of white supremacists. Miraculously, she survives and is healed by a shaman who imbues her with the spirit of a vengeful warrior. Driven by a thirst for justice, Coleen, now possessing supernatural powers, embarks on a violent quest to exact revenge on her attackers.
Critical Reception
Savaged is a low-budget revenge horror film that garnered a cult following for its gore and brutal action sequences. While often criticized for its simplistic plot and uneven acting, it's appreciated by fans of the grindhouse and exploitation genres for its unflinching depiction of violence and its empowerment of a Native American protagonist.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its intense gore and effective revenge narrative.
- Noted for its supernatural elements and warrior spirit theme.
- Criticized for its low production values and occasional acting weaknesses.
Google audience: Audience reception is mixed, with some viewers appreciating the raw violence and straightforward revenge plot, while others find the film's execution lacking in polish and sophisticated storytelling.
Fun Fact
The film's director, Michael S. Ojeda, is of indigenous descent and aimed to incorporate Native American spiritual elements into a modern horror context.
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