“Wrong Turn” (2003)
- movie club
- September 10, 2024
“Wrong Turn” (2003) is a horror film directed by Rob Schmidt and features a cast including Eliza Dushku, Desmond Harrington, and Jeremy Sisto. The film is renowned for its intense and suspenseful atmosphere, which aligns with the survival horror genre.
The story follows a group of friends on a road trip through the remote backwoods of West Virginia. Their adventure takes a dark turn when they become stranded after a car accident. As they search for help, they encounter a family of deformed, cannibalistic mountain dwellers who view the group as nothing more than prey. With their lives on the line, the friends must rely on their wits and resourcefulness to survive against the relentless and gruesome threats posed by these hostile inhabitants.
“Wrong Turn” is distinguished by its tension-filled sequences, graphic violence, and its portrayal of a hostile environment. The film has developed a cult following for its effective blend of horror and suspense, and it has spawned several sequels and a reboot, solidifying its status within the horror genre.