“Backcountry” is a 2014 Canadian survival horror film written and directed by Adam MacDonald. The film stars Missy Peregrym and Jeff Roop as a couple who go camping in a remote wilderness area, only to find themselves in a life-or-death struggle with a ferocious black bear.
The film follows the couple as they navigate their way through the dense forest, facing increasingly dangerous obstacles and encountering the bear along the way. As they struggle to survive, tensions rise between them and they must confront their own vulnerabilities and the strength of their relationship.
“Backcountry” received positive reviews for its tense atmosphere, strong performances, and realistic portrayal of wilderness survival. The film won several awards, including:
- Best Canadian First Feature Film at the 2014 Toronto International Film Festival
- Best Picture at the 2015 Calgary Underground Film Festival
- Best Director at the 2015 Blood in the Snow Canadian Film Festival
- Best Screenplay and Best Actress at the 2015 Canadian Screen Awards
- Best Director at the 2015 Canadian Cinema Editors Awards
Overall, “Backcountry” is a gripping and intense survival thriller that showcases the beauty and danger of the Canadian wilderness.
| Directed by | Adam MacDonald |
|---|---|
| Produced by | Thomas Michael |
| Written by | Adam MacDonald |
| Starring | Missy Peregrym, Jeff Roop, Eric Balfour, Nicholas Campbell, |
| Music by | Frères Lumières |
| Cinematography | Christian Bielz |
| Edited by | Dev Singh |
| Distributed by | IFC Midnight |
| Release date | September 8, 2014 (TIFF) March 20, 2015 (United States) August 14, 2015 (Canada) |
| Running time | 92 minutes |
| Country | Canada |
| Language | English |
| Box office | $71,874 |