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Backwoods 2009

“A weekend retreat... where no one returns.”

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What is Backwoods?

Backwoods is a 2008 American horror television film directed by Marty Weiss and starring Ryan Merriman and Haylie Duff. The film falls into the horror, thriller, and television movie genres and has a runtime of one hour and twenty-five minutes.

Type
Film
Year
2009
Status
Released
Runtime
85 minutes
Release date
Jul 24, 2009
Original language
EN
Origin
United States of America
Studios
Larry Levinson Productions, RHI Entertainment, Grand Army Entertainment
Genres
Horror, Thriller, TV Movie
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76 /100 Solid Watch
⚡ Pacing & Momentum7.6/10
🧠 Narrative Depth6.9/10
🔄 Rewatch Potential7.7/10
🎬 Production Scale8.2/10
🎯 Feature Film #Horror #Thriller #TV Movie
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Backwoods is a 2008 American horror television film directed by Marty Weiss and starring Ryan Merriman and Haylie Duff. The film falls into the horror, thriller, and television movie genres and has a runtime of one hour and twenty-five minutes. The plot follows a group of friends who embark on a camping trip for a ten-year high school reunion. Their celebration soon turns into a battle for survival when they realize that the locals, who are not what they seem, are hunting them down. The movie features a promotional tagline describing it as a weekend retreat where no one returns. It premiered on June 8, 2008 on Spike TV. Additional release and database information lists a United States release date of January 3, 2008. The production is classified with an R rating.

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“A gripping exploration of horror and thriller that commands attention through bold storytelling and immersive performances.”

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  • High production value and confident direction keep each chapter visually arresting.
  • Rich thematic depth offers plenty of reward for attentive viewers.
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  • Deliberate pacing requires patient investment before the overarching mystery unravels.

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Is Backwoods worth watching?

Backwoods holds a community rating of 4.5/10 based on 52 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Horror, Thriller for fans of the genre.

How long is the movie Backwoods and when was it released?

Backwoods is a feature film with a runtime of 85 minutes. It was released in 2009. Release status: Released.

Who directed Backwoods?

Backwoods was directed by Martin Jay Weiss.

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