Raw Encounters
Raw Encounters

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Raw Encounters

2017
Movie
Adult · 18+
137 min
English

Paul Canon and contractor Mike Stone make their way towards the bathroom to discuss potential alterations, but Paul would rather do a different kind of pipe cleaning. Ty Thomas doesn't usually cruise the parks for hookups, but when he sees Steve Rogers he decides to have a seat. Alex Chandler knocks on Roman Todd's door to confront him but his thoughts quickly turn from anger to enchantment. Connor Halsted eagerly invites Logan Cross back to his place and once there, he tells Logan he's gonna rock his world!

Insights

IMDb2.8/10
Director: John MurlowskiGenres: Horror, Thriller, Action

Plot Summary

When a group of friends decides to go camping in a remote forest, they stumble upon a dangerous secret. They soon find themselves in a desperate fight for survival against a ruthless group of poachers who will stop at nothing to protect their illicit activities. As the friends are hunted, they must use their wits and courage to escape the deadly encounter.

Critical Reception

Raw Encounters received a generally negative reception from critics, who often cited its predictable plot and uninspired direction. While some acknowledged its attempts at suspense, the overall consensus pointed to a derivative and unengaging horror experience that failed to leave a lasting impact.

What Reviewers Say

  • Critics found the film to be a generic and unoriginal entry into the survival horror genre.

  • The acting and dialogue were frequently criticized for being unconvincing and amateurish.

  • While aiming for tension, the film often fell flat due to a lack of compelling narrative or character development.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce for this film, with limited data available to summarize specific likes or dislikes. However, the low IMDb rating suggests a general dissatisfaction with the movie's quality, likely stemming from common criticisms of low-budget horror films such as poor production values and predictable storytelling.

Fun Fact

Despite its title suggesting a wilderness survival theme, 'Raw Encounters' was filmed entirely on sound stages and backlots, with only minimal exterior shots to simulate the forest setting.

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