Eden Lake (V)

2250-poster
release date January 6 2009
studio Third Rail Releasing
director James Watkins
writer James Watkins
starring Kelly Reilly, Michael Fassbender, Thomas Turgoose, Bronson Webb, Finn Atkins, James Gandhi
trailer 1 Trailer #1

Synopsis

When nursery teacher Jenny escapes to the country for a relaxing weekend away with her boyfriend, she is unaware of a romantic surprise he has in store. The location is perfect. A lake enclosed by woodlands, seemingly deserted. The scene is set for a picturesque proposal. But before the happy couple can enjoy the retreat, their peace is shattered by a gang of violent youths. What begins is a shocking and unrelenting game of cat-and-mouse, as Jenny is forced to fight back against her aggressors.

Official Review

Horrordom loves a good “don’t go into the woods” thriller—some crazy cautionary tale about civilization encroaching on nature, or a just a simple reminder that tourists are annoying. EDEN LAKE is another in the lineage begat by STRAW DOGS and DELIVERANCE and reared by THE TEXAS CHAINSAW MASSACRE, THE HILLS HAVE EYES and WOLF CREEK. It’s a word of warning too happy loving couples everywhere to just stay at home! We don’t want your kind around here except for harassment, brutalization, sexual assault and in a few films…a nice snack. …Read More

Official Score: 4 / 5