THE WICKED WOODS

Cinemavixion Review

Lucio A. Rojas's "The Wicked Woods" plunges viewers into a disquieting reunion, fifteen years in the making, between Laura and Ruben. Set against the stark isolation of a remote cabin, the film masterfully builds an atmosphere of unease as the past resurfaces between the estranged pair. The performances by Catherine Mazoyer and Iñigo Urrutia anchor the narrative, conveying a complex emotional landscape fraught with unspoken history. Rojas, who also penned the script, crafts a tense drama that blurs the lines between psychological tension and subtle genre elements. While the film garnered a win during its festival run, its challenging themes and deliberate pacing may divide audiences, offering a thought-provoking, albeit somber, cinematic experience that lingers long after the credits roll.