A Werewolf in the Amazon
A Werewolf in the Amazon

A Werewolf in the Amazon

2005Movie77 minPortuguese

In search of a powerful hallucinogenic, five friends embark on a dangerous journey deep into the Amazon. But a bad trip isn't the only threat as they discover when they stumble across the hidden camp of the crazed Dr. Moreau and his murderous animal-human hybrid creations.

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IMDb3.8/10
Director: A.D. CalvoGenres: Horror, Action, Thriller

Plot Summary

A team of archaeologists ventures deep into the Amazon rainforest in search of a lost Incan city. They soon discover that the jungle holds more than just ancient ruins; it's also home to a terrifying werewolf legend that proves to be all too real. As the creature hunts them one by one, the survivors must find a way to escape the creature's grasp and the perilous environment.

Critical Reception

A low-budget horror film, 'A Werewolf in the Amazon' received largely negative reviews from critics, who cited its predictable plot, poor special effects, and underdeveloped characters. Audiences found it to be a forgettable entry in the werewolf subgenre, offering little innovation or genuine scares.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film suffers from unconvincing creature effects and a generic storyline.
  • Performances are weak, failing to elevate the material.
  • The Amazonian setting offers little visual distinction or creative use within the horror narrative.

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Fun Fact

Despite its title, the film was primarily shot in Argentina rather than the Amazon rainforest itself.

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