DAWN OF THE BEAST

Cinemavixion Review

Bruce Wemple's "Dawn of the Beast" plunges viewers into a chilling confrontation with primal forces, offering a dual dose of legendary cryptids. The film adeptly builds atmosphere as a group of college students ventures into the dense Northeastern wilderness, their Bigfoot hunt quickly devolving into a desperate struggle for survival. The narrative cleverly pits the iconic Bigfoot against the more malevolent Wendigo, creating a unique and terrifying dynamic. Wemple masterfully uses the isolated, foreboding woods as a character in itself, amplifying the sense of dread and entrapment. Adrián Burke, Ariella Mastroianni, and Grant Schumacher deliver compelling performances, grounding the supernatural horror in believable human reactions. This is a must-watch for fans of creature features and survival horror seeking a primal, blood-chilling experience.