Truly Dreadful Film

A movie that not only functions as a solid scarefest but a razor-sharp satire.

All of these films share one commonality, that being a kind of emotional center that humanizes a cast of monsters.

It is a whirlwind of delight --- attractive actors, stunning couture, spectacular sets and outrageous parties. It's a feast for the eyes. But what really makes this dramedy work is the acting.

A decent, competent attempt at adding to the werewolf genre, considering this is a very low-budget flick with no "name" actors. Just relax and go with the flow! Much of the movie is in almost darkness, so be prepared. I had some problems with the audio track from time to time, watched this on DVD, so could use subtitles as needed. Interesting scenery, clean cinematography. 5/10.

This is what B movies are at their best. You love this film from the start. It's just so much fun. And the buildup of suspense is nearly perfect. By the time you realise what trouble they are in, and anticipate the roller-coaster that's on the way, you'll be on the edge of your seat. And by the time the werewolf siege starts, you'll be glad you didn't give this film a miss. The film has a worthy ending, very much in a B movie style. It delivers what it promises. Now, there are certain problems with it, which detract from the experience: 1. It is too long. There was no need to make this film as long as it is. 2. The subplot goes nowhere and just irritates the audience. 3. There are certain plot holes that were unnecessary. 4. The film indulges too much in gore and action, losing focus and rhythm at times. 5. The low budget shows at times, and I think they showed the werewolves a bit too much. 6. The design of the werewolves is fine, but I would have preferred something more in the style of The Howling.Other than that, the performances are great, the actors are having tons of fun, and the final result is a genuinely fun and entertaining film.

Violent, suspenseful & fuelled with adrenaline, Neil Marshall's directional debut is a viciously crafted, fiercely told & feverishly paced cinema that blends non-stop action & unrelenting horror into one tense, taut & thrilling extravaganza and packs just about enough barbarity & bloodshed to appease the bloodthirsty fans of its genre.Set in the Scottish highlands, the story of Dog Soldiers follows a squad of British soldiers who are dropped into the wilderness as part of a training exercise but their mission soon turns into a battle for survival when they find themselves up against an enemy of sharp fangs, razor-edged claws & night-long howling, and take refuge in an empty house to survive the nightmare.Written & directed by Neil Marshall (best known for The Descent), it is a confidently directed start to his filmmaking career and expertly showcases his firm grip on elements of both horror & action. The story begins with two brief but relevant segments before its main plot surfaces, and once the hunting begins, it turns into a nail-biting thriller that doesn't settle down until the very end.The first half of the film shares some similarity with Predator, for the soldiers aren't exactly sure of what's hunting them just like it was the case in that movie while the next half turns into an all-out war between two species that's highly reminiscent of James Cameron's Aliens. There are references to other horror classics as well and the director throws in a bit of humour too to make the ride a little amusing.Whether one takes into consideration its isolated environment, dynamic camera-work, point-of-view angles, colour tones, tight editing, breakneck pace, terrific score or its commendable practical effects & make-up, the technical aspects work in harmony to provide a thoroughly gripping experience to all its viewers. And the cast does an apt job in their given roles, with Liam Cunningham, Sean Pertwee & Kevin McKidd standing out.On an overall scale, Dog Soldiers is wild, untamed & unabashedly savage at few places but for the most part, it is a worthy addition to its horror subgenre and works as a relentless action feature as well. A sensational debut for Neil Marshall who followed it up with one of the scariest films of 21st century a few years later, Dog Soldiers is much more compelling than your average horror flick and comes highly recommended to all the horror fanatics out there. Don't miss it.

This 2002 horror film stars Sean Pertwee, Kevin McKidd, Ian Cunningham, Emma Cleasby, Darren Morfitt and Chris Robson. This takes place in Scotland where a squad of army soldiers on a training exercise become attacked by werewolves in the wilderness. Pertwee (Gotham) plays Sergeant, Wells, McKidd plays Private, Cooper aka "Coop," Cunningham (Game of Thrones) plays Captain, Ryan, Cleasby plays Zoologist, Megan, Morfitt plays Private, Witherspoon aka "Spooner," and Robson plays Private, Joe. This is pretty good, the cast is decent and there's good make-up effects. If you enjoy werewolf/horror flicks, I recommend checking this one out.