Prey
Prey

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Prey

2009
Movie
76 min
English

Three Australian couples stumble across an ancient curse in the Outback, and their dream holiday turns into a nightmare that may kill them all.

Insights

IMDb5.7/10
Rotten Tomatoes45%
Metacritic51/100
Google Users67%
Director: Gavin O'ConnorGenres: Drama, Sport

Plot Summary

An aspiring mixed martial artist facing personal struggles and a troubled past attempts to turn her life around. She joins a local gym and begins training under a coach who sees her potential, but her journey is fraught with challenges from both outside and within her own psyche. As she fights her way up the ranks, she must confront her demons and prove herself in the unforgiving world of professional fighting.

Critical Reception

Prey received a mixed to positive reception from critics, who praised its strong performances, particularly from Paula Patton, and its gritty portrayal of the mixed martial arts world. However, some found the narrative predictable and criticized its handling of certain subplots. Audiences generally appreciated the film's intensity and emotional core, though it did not achieve widespread commercial success.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for Paula Patton's compelling lead performance.

  • Applauded for its realistic depiction of the MMA world and its intense fight sequences.

  • Criticized for a formulaic plot and underdeveloped supporting characters.

Google audience: Audience reviews for Prey highlight Paula Patton's powerful performance as a significant strength, with many finding the film's portrayal of the struggles of an MMA fighter to be engaging. Some viewers felt the storyline was somewhat predictable, but the action and emotional depth were generally well-received.

Awards & Accolades

None notable.

Fun Fact

The film features real-life mixed martial artists, including former UFC fighter Chuck Liddell in a supporting role.

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TMDB Reviews

1 reviews
Gimly

Gimly

I will always, always, always give Australian genre films a chance, but Prey is pure trash. _Final rating:★½: - Boring/disappointing. Avoid where possible._