The Ranger

A young punk rocker, Chelsea, seeks refuge from her past by joining her aunt as a park ranger in a remote forest. However, her escape is short-lived as she stumbles upon the park's dark secret: the ghost of a homicidal park ranger who ruthlessly murders anyone who trespasses. Chelsea and her friends must fight for survival against the spectral guardian of the woods.

The Ranger received a mixed to positive reception, with critics often highlighting its effective slasher elements and strong female lead, while some noted its adherence to genre conventions and occasionally uneven pacing.

• Praised for its stylish visuals and a satisfyingly grim tone.

• Appreciated for its fresh take on the slasher subgenre with a strong feminist undertone.

• Some found the narrative predictable, but effective in its execution of horror tropes.

Google audience: Audience reviews generally indicate a positive reception, with many appreciating the film's throwback slasher feel and its effective scares. Some viewers found it to be a fun, gory ride, while others felt it could have used more originality.

The film's director, Jenn Wexler, drew inspiration from classic 80s slasher films and wanted to create a contemporary horror story with a punk rock edge and a feminist perspective.