Review – Wilderness

This is one of the most interesting werewolf movies I’ve ever seen (and believe me, I’ve seen a few). For openers, the werewolf in question is a woman, and when she changes she becomes a genuine wolf, a wild animal with no lust for human flesh. Most of the action is psychological, centering on the protagonist’s struggle between her human and animal sides. And as one might suspect, it turns into an exploration of the dialectic between humanity’s tame, civilized side and our baser natures. There’s virtually no killing, and though there’s a good deal of nudity it isn’t especially sexual (though someone with a greater affection than I have for bare British butts might disagree). Needless to say, it’s not your average werewolf flick, but it is a fascinating exploration of some of the less sensational aspects of lycanthropy. Especially for a “Fangoria Presents” (which is usually more of a “Fangoria Inflicts” situation), this turned out to be a pleasant surprise. Worth seeing