Raised by Wolves
Raised by Wolves

Raised by Wolves

2014Movie76 minEnglish

When a group of friends come across an abandoned house in the barren desert, what follows is a terrifying tale of evil possession causing the friends to slowly turn against each other.

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IMDb7.0/10
Rotten Tomatoes74%
Metacritic64/100
Google Users84%
Director: Various Directors (TV Series)Genres: Science Fiction, Drama, Fantasy

Plot Summary

Raised by Wolves follows two atheist human soldiers, Mother and Father, tasked with raising a brood of human children on the mysterious virgin planet Kepler-22b. As the uncanny mission to establish a new human colony and a new atheism grows perilous, the children begin to fall prey to the planet's strange forces. The survival of humanity hinges on their ability to adapt and survive amongst the dangers of Kepler-22b.

Critical Reception

Raised by Wolves garnered significant critical acclaim for its ambitious themes, striking visuals, and compelling performances, particularly from Amanda Collin. While some found its narrative dense and occasionally opaque, the series was widely praised for its unique blend of science fiction, horror, and philosophical inquiry, establishing itself as a distinctive and thought-provoking addition to the genre.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its striking visual design and ambitious, thought-provoking philosophical themes.
  • Amanda Collin's performance as Mother is a standout, delivering a complex and captivating portrayal.
  • Some critics found the narrative challenging and occasionally convoluted, requiring deep engagement.

Google audience: Google users generally appreciated the show's unique concept and visual style, often highlighting the compelling central performance and the exploration of complex themes. Some viewers found the storyline to be demanding and occasionally difficult to follow, but the overall sentiment was positive.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for a Saturn Award for Best Television Presentation.

Fun Fact

The planet Kepler-22b, where the series is set, is a real exoplanet discovered by NASA's Kepler space telescope in 2011, known to be in the habitable zone of its star.

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