![]() ![]() A couple's worst nightmare (a weekend with an incompatible partner) turns into a camper's worst nightmare (being hunted by a bear). See, their lack of communication has landed them right in the middle of black bear country hungry black bears. Of course, it's only a matter of time until the couple is lost and we (and they) realize that's the least of their concerns. We are left to wonder if and when and how this creepy dude might again appear. After a canoe ride, the couple hikes to the camp site where they encounter their first brush with nature: a rugged Irish guide (Eric Balfour) who offers his catch of the day served with a heavy dose of machismo. That combined with Alex poking fun at Jenn's road flare, bear spray and cell phone usage provide the foreshadowing necessary for any viewers who appreciate being told where the story is headed. ![]() The Park Ranger (Nicholas Campbell) just shakes his head as Alex refuses his offer of a trail map a not so subtle jab at men for never asking directions. With the slow build of dread, we know the couple is headed for something unpleasant thanks to the preview, and the fact that a movie about a relaxing camping trip would be pretty boring. It doesn't take long for the cracks to start showing- both in the relationship and in Alex's outdoorsman skills. Alex can't wait to show his citified girl his favorite lake lookout the place he used to hike in his youth. Alex (Jeff Roop) has romantic visions as he and girlfriend Jenn (Missy Peregrym) head off into a Canadian Provincial Park for backpacking and camping. nature into a suspense-filled, gory, survivalist tale of a messy relationship. The first feature film from writer/director Adam MacDonald is based on a true story and somehow blends elements of horror and man vs. When the poster for a new movie compares itself to a genuine classic like JAWS, it immediately evokes skepticism and doubt.
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