Outback
Outback

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Outback

2020
Movie
86 min
English

A young American couple’s Australian holiday takes a terrifying turn when they get lost in the outback. With only one another to rely on, the two are driven to extremes in order to stay alive in the harsh and unforgiving wilderness.

Insights

IMDb4.4/10
Director: P.J. VoetenGenres: Action, Thriller

Plot Summary

A young couple's romantic getaway to the Australian Outback turns into a fight for survival when they become the targets of a deranged local serial killer known as 'The Bushman'. Lost and hunted in the vast, unforgiving wilderness, they must use their wits and courage to outsmart their pursuer and escape the deadly landscape.

Critical Reception

Outback received a generally negative reception from critics and audiences alike. It was largely criticized for its predictable plot, uninspired direction, and reliance on cheap scares and gore. While some acknowledged its attempt at a survival thriller, most found it to be a forgettable entry in the genre.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film offers a predictable cat-and-mouse chase through a desolate landscape.

  • Despite a promising premise, the execution is often clunky and unoriginal.

  • Lacks the suspense and character development needed to elevate it beyond a standard slasher flick.

Google audience: Audience reviews for 'Outback' are scarce, but the limited feedback available suggests a largely unimpressed viewership, with common complaints focusing on the film's lack of originality and poor pacing.

Fun Fact

The film was shot in and around Queensland, Australia, utilizing the distinct and often dangerous Australian landscape as a central element of its suspense.

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